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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1904
Page
4
Joe Cone in the New York Sun quotes Buster performing a one leg stand, calling it the foolishest thing seen at home. The comment appears in a lighthearted column of miscellaneous items.
Local observances in Boston include a floral tribute with Fili Veteranorum marking G A R week. Somerville patrolman Ira Carlton gains notice for a poem in the latest issue, with plans to publish a book of his verses. British Veterans visit Fortland for The Fourth will host a Portland smokers event at Par Square on Aug 15.
The Fall River strike exposes a harsh wage reality in the cotton mills. Workers face an eighth wage cut amid rising living costs, sparking sympathy and a demand for at least a six dollar weekly wage. The article warns of an industrial and social crisis, urging support for workers resisting further pay reductions.
Secretary Cortelyou assigns 237 electoral votes to Roosevelt and 151 to Parker with 58 uncertain. He marks New York New Jersey and West Virginia as doubtful and hopes for a shift by adding Maryland Connecticut Delaware and either Indiana or Wisconsin to Parker to breach the solid South.
The piece warns against repeat of a two week old beef strike in Boston and notes that dealers avoid raising prices before a market squeeze by the beef trust. It suggests the possibility of a major raid on the country meat supply involving the beef trust and labor groups.
The text warns that unions will force higher costs for beef pork and mutton, pushing workers toward cereals. Local dealers may resist by keeping regular prices and avoiding opportunistic profits before any trust-imposed costs materialize.
The Democratic presidential candidate, Judge Parker, is chief judge of the New York Court of Appeals. Questions arise whether he should resign before running for president. The piece urges propriety and suggests Parker should retire, but only when appropriate, avoiding haste while honoring public obligation.
The school committee approved sufficient appropriations to fund vacation schools and cover court execution costs. Mayor Collins’ intervention prompted the final arrangement, liquidating Bowditch school debt and ensuring the schools’ continued operation. The measure is praised as advancing a desirable public service for children during summer.
Yokohama physician Dr Sogi Nansakasi travels 10000 miles seeking his wife Teesa Takaya who joined geisha performers for the St Louis exposition. He accuses former suitor Liao Yensi of prompting her departure and says he will find her and punish the man. She has begun returning home while he pursues.
The Archbishop of Canterbury will stay with Bishop Lawrence at Commonwealth Avenue during the general Episcopal convention arrival around September 1. He is styled Rt Hon and Most Rev Randall Thomas Davidson D D KCVO Archbishop of Canterbury and Primate of all England, ranking next to royal dukes.
The Cumberland training ship will be launched in the Charlestown navy yard on August 17 afternoon. The date follows the G A R parade and Senator Lodge hopes President Roosevelt will stay for the launching. If he attends, Miss Alice Roosevelt will christen the Cumberland.
Yesterday the column skipped the regular synopsis to test reader reaction. So far no letters or telegrams questioned the omission, prompting the author to consider the value of publishing a synopsis and whether to continue the practice.
The Duke receives a mysterious express package at his Newport hotel after a near death incident with Helen Travers. A bellboy tears open the wrappings to reveal the Ardleigh diamond ring Tiffany set for him, leading to plans for Dolly Dimples and a future engagement. The scene includes the Duke’s thrilled reaction and a reception with DollyDimples awaiting him.
Mrs Anna Pickering sues Dr M M Keep claiming he forced her to hand over a set of artificial teeth after she wore them months. She says the incident left her unable to chew or speak properly and seeks 2000 dollars in damages.
Ten bids opened by the Schoolhouse Commission for Dorchester Henry L Pierce district primary school. Lowest offers: J M Morrill Construction Co 58404, William Crane 62068, Conners Bros Construction 64300. Highest bid 72000 by D F O Connell.
A mass meeting is planned at Roxbury Crossing this evening at 8 under the Boston Single Tax Society. The assembly will address the nationwide strike question and discuss implications for labor and politics.
The Charles River Basin Commission plans to advertise bids by mid August or early September and aim to award contracts by October first. The awards cover the full dam structure and some preliminary work related to lateral conduits.
Polly and Jack wait beside a stalled auto in a snowbound wilderness. Polly teases Jack about his devotion as he kneels to repair the car. Rescued by luck, they drive away laughing with a kiss and a playful claim to a reward.
Battle Creek Michigan July 25 The bride of a leading local capitalist Mrs John Roberts aged 22 born in Italy and raised in Europe recounts a 1200 mile solo auto trip from Battle Creek to Minneapolis and back She studied in Boston and sang with the Castle Square opera company explaining she was never afraid and traveled to visit her mother while her husband stayed home
Miss Champagne in the Sunday Post era answers a letter from Beau, a 26 year old sporty youth in love with a town girl whose parents deem him unworthy. The reply urges self improvement, honesty, and meeting the girl openly to gain parental respect, suggesting he becomes worthy of her love and their approval.
Governor Edwin Warfield sparked debate by telling Wilminton Del graduates that 24 is the ideal age for girls to marry. He said, if asked, the age should be 24 to 26, noting his wife married at 24 and advising his daughters to wait until that age. He favors marriage in stable companionship but criticizes early, thoughtless marriages.
Marietta Ohio July 25 William J Broadhurst aged 76, described as wealthy, applied for a marriage license for his fifth marriage after four prior wives had died. He stated Laura Ann Sprague as his partner and claimed no relation and no divorces, insisting he is a “greenhorn” but not an old fogg.
Letter discusses surname pronunciation from Hough to Huff and argues How's Neck is current common usage. Claims historic maps show Huff's Neck and notes land area shifted to How's Neck, with protests against pinning pronunciation.
A letter from Melva asks if she should keep company with an 18 year old suitor while boarding with a restrictive woman. The advisor says if the pair are sincere and loved, the landlady is unjust to forbid one relationship and suggests demonstrating honesty and decorum to ease the objection.
A man writes asking if he should return to a former girlfriend or stay single. The adviser notes their past fondness may have become love and suggests returning if the woman still holds fond regard, emphasizing that love and respect from a good woman enriches life.
Dr Rudolph Amandus Philippi, eminent botanist and natural history authority, born Charlottenberg Prussia Sept. 14, 1808, died in Santiago de Chile. He arrived in Chile in 1851, became professor of botany and zoology and director of the Santiago museum, shaping its rise as South America’s leading natural history institution, retiring in 1874.
Miss Nicely remarks it is splendid to have a tall escort while choosing flowers, addressing Mr. Spindle in a playful exchange. The line reflects a light domestic moment in a social setting.
Washington July 25 Admiral Dewey and his men who fought the battle of Manila are to receive prize money for the capture of the Don Juan de Austria and other Spanish property. A District of Columbia Supreme Court order confirms the auditor's report. The final property value is $1,657,355, with half going to the captors and the rest to the navy pension fund.
The Boston postal district remains fourth among U S post offices behind New York Chicago and Philadelphia. From July 1903 to June 1904 receipts totaled 4 185 508 30 up 301 769 over the prior year. Central office receipts were 2 442 479 25 with Back Bay leading sub stations at 206 531 06. Essex Street and Station A follow.
Captain George F. Wilde, commanding the Boston Navy Yard, has orders to appear before the board of examiners in Washington on August 2 to take his promotion examination. He will become a rear admiral very soon after.
The Alexandra villa at Peterhoff hosts the court and royal family awaiting the heir to the throne. The Emperor has cancelled all engagements as Russians look to the expected birth or arrival.
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