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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1904
Page
2
A historical discussion contrasts ancient and modern views on racial purity and blood. The piece explores debates on lineage and social status, weighing tradition against emerging scientific and moral arguments. It surveys key thinkers and the evolving language around purity and belonging.
An advertorial describing ancient authorities on beauty and skin care, praising Cutiura remedies as original, scientifically composed, and universally effective for purifying the skin scalp and hair while addressing age and disease related blemishes. It frames cosmetic treatment as a modern success story.
The Democratic State committee executive meeting set the date for the state convention and planned a vigorous fall campaign to win both national and state victories. Attendees included Crowley, Cunniff, Daly, Drinkwater, Flaherty, Hamlin, McNary, Quincey and Sullivan. absent members listed. William St. Douglas pledged support. The state convention was scheduled for October 7 at the Boston Theatre, same day as the Republican gathering.
Esopus New York July 29 Mayor George B McClellan spent an hour with Judge Parker on the yacht Sapphire. They discussed politics in general as Parker showed interest in Western states conditions and a Mormon question. Party plans included Parker and Davis clubs and Democratic outlook across multiple districts.
Chicago July 29 President George T Golden of the Teamsters Union was arrested inside his office after confronting a wagon owned by Terry and Co as it passed by. Golden ordered the wagon to turn back while police overheard and directed the driver to continue on.
Tomorrow morning at Wells Memorial Hall Boston Bakers' Unions 4 and 53 hold a mass meeting to hear Frank H Harxbecker national secretary treasurer address the union. He comes to Boston to plan continuation of the strike of local bakers with about 300 of 1600 members still on strike.
Thousands attended Wolf's My Clothier seventh band concert at the corner of Hanover and Portland streets last evening. The American Watch Company Band of Waltham performed with exceptional skill, drawing many encores and strong audience enthusiasm. The next concert is Friday evening Aug 5 by Stiles' Eighth Regiment Band of Lynn.
Captain John J. Flaherty, chairman of the Democratic executive committee, said after the meeting that he favored Colonel Gaston's nomination for Governor at the State convention and had heard no opposing indication.
Lenox July 29 John H Parsons eminent New York lawyer declares he will support Judge Parker for President and use influence to secure Parker’s election This marks a return of Parsons to Democratic national campaign efforts after a 12 year aloof period The note cites Judge Gray’s 1904 election as a precedent in New York State politics.
New York July 29 Chairman Taggart plans to leave Indianapolis tonight and return to open permanent headquarters for the campaign. August Belmont has declined to become treasurer of the national committee and J Edward Simmons, a prominent banker of New York, has been asked to take the post.
Washington July 29 Politics and finance and minor departmental matters dominated the cabinet meeting. The session ran longer than usual as the political situation was discussed informally. Cabinet members were noted to consider roles in the campaign with few concrete engagements. Shaw and Wilson have agreed to speak on a few occasions.
Catherine Dwyer 97, of Reservoir street on the Needham side, recalls seeing an electric car for the first time. She describes fear at a passing van and notes the speeding, horseless vehicle felt almost human. She came from Ireland at 25 and has lived in the area 72 years.
In Esopus New York on July 29 Chairman Thomas Taggart of the Democratic national committee met Judge Parker at Rosemount. They retired to a close conference after Taggart arrived at 9 PM to catch the 10 30 train north, meeting Parker's coachman at the station.
Michael J. Donnelly of the Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Butcher Workmen ordered a strike of all New York members employed by Schwarzschild & Sulsberger and United Dressed Beef Company after failed talks. The action, telegraphed tonight, takes effect Sunday as Saturday work is not performed in the Eastern plants.
Peter F. Larsen, international president of the Hodcarriers and Building Laborers Unions, is due in the city from New York next Wednesday. He has assisted in securing AFL charters for New York locals, adding about 10 000 members there. In this city two unions have voted to apply for charters, and Larsen will arrange AFL admittance for the Italian Laborers Union upon arrival.
The insurance department reports on fraternal insurance and urges a uniform law across states. Commissioner Frederick S Cutting argues for a broad uniform measure to regulate policies and prevent new faulty companies, aiding existing ones with a common code. He notes unresolved questions about state duties to curb corporate control over life insurance firms and safeguarding citizens.
Miss Marian Armstrong an 18 year old Boston model with a noted figure leaves her city for New York to join a company. Her mother at 1263 Washington street recalls urging caution but concedes Marian is determined and predicts success as a singer and dancer on stage.
Tomorrow's Sunday Post promises a major feature on the national encampment electrical floats and a guest appearance by the Archbishop of Canterbury. The Episcopal Church convention to be held in Boston in October will include the same distinguished guest. full illustrations and coverage are planned.
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