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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
6
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The Independence League compares its two nominees for President and Vice President to the Prohibition party, arguing its platform is visionary and practical voters should seek reforms through influential groups. It notes third parties act as preachers who enlighten rather than direct political action.
The Huntington and Massachusetts avenue bridges over the Boston and Albany line suffer deterioration from locomotive gases. The city repaired them previously, but now a statute requests the railroad to share costs. The Railroad Commission is reviewing the issue, balancing corporate obligations with public needs.
A high pressure salt water system tested last evening shows nine simultaneous streams delivering 2800 gallons per minute and single jets reach 150 feet high and 200 feet horizontal. Fire experts say these mains could replace steam engines, aiding rapid action as city buildings rise. Extension to cover more area in Boston should be pursued promptly.
The Post argues engineers on the city ferryboats deserve vacations with pay, noting private and federal practices. It says time off refreshes workers, improves service, and is a sound investment, comparing municipal and private employment norms. The piece implies the strike over vacation pay was imprudent.
The text argues that regular breaks are essential for health and vigor even in constant work. It suggests the city can afford annual vacations and that public enterprises gain from such a policy. It notes abuse occurs but asserts rational, impartial granting is beneficial.
After Lenox conference with DOJ officials, Attorney General Bonaparte says he will seek reargument and modification of the Court of Appeals decision in the Standard Oil Indiana case. He urges no delay and notes Roosevelt’s strong public criticism. A retrial is proposed, with another pending rebater case to be pushed to conclusion.
The Temple Street Baptist Church adopts weekly summer Sunday school outings to nearby resorts for families. A recent outing was to Dorchester Park with games and refreshments. next may be Lexington Park. Other items note sermons by Rev W O Conrad, Dr A Z Conrad, and Dr George A Gordon. Lincoln Park Street Church in West Newton splits from immersion practice. cornerstone laying for Malden New Church. Somerville Universalists buy a parsonage on Grand View Avenue. Universalist gathering at Lake Anasagunticook in Canton. Church of St Leonard adds electric lights and a new chapel.
A Biddeford reader argues the Rev T C Martin should test his sermon’s claims by living as an unskilled worker and seeking real jobs. He mocks Roosevelt and Emma Goldman, offering $19 for any quote advocating violence, and invites readers to doubt the preacher’s assertions. He signs from Commercial House, 30 Bacon Street.
Frank Fay at 11 Lagrange street blames someone for signing his name to bogus letters about the lodging house question. He says he has not expressed an opinion and is too busy to engage in controversy. He warns of potential trouble from the prank.
A satirical piece critiques Fenway water safety gear as ineffective. It questions who is responsible for faulty life preservers and recalls jokes about refreshers and disasters, noting the devices’ age and linking them to Noah’s ark folklore.
Boston letters discuss bird movement, noting sparrows hop and pigeons walk. The dialogue jokes about birds, mentioning owls singing poorly and crows complain, with playful lines about roosters laying eggs and an ostrich as the giraffe of the bird kingdom.
Aile? Dear Newt replies that the small herring catch off the New England coast is due to less water smoke. Herring migrate to waters with more smoke when they sense the lack. The reader ends with a playful jab about the absurdity of smoking a fish before it is caught.
Mary A. O Keeffe active in social groups and Catholic societies. delegates to American Federation convention. Dorchester and Boston figures visit Cape Cod and Camp Arlington. K P parade preparations. local officials discuss a new Watertown bridge. various residents’ travels and assignments in New England.
A New Brunswick itinerary outlines a week spent exploring beauty spots in this Canadian province. The Post’s Little Journeys to Interesting Places series continues with views of popular resorts attracting thousands of New England visitors each year.
A vivid description explains the bore at the Petitcodiac River where tidewater surges through a narrow channel eight miles below Moncton. At spring tides a seven to ten foot wave rolls upriver, turning a muddy hollow into a broad silver gleam under moonlight as ships rely on the rising flood.
A reflective note explores whether the silent kiss or the noisy kiss leaves a larger mark in literature and science. It references Rees and others who warn publicity as a fear, while suggesting future generations may escalate inaudibly. Spirits unrestrained may emit sound and fury, questioning whether ears attest its reality.
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