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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1901

Page

4

Saunders Will Lead Referendum Fight In Boston Subway Bill

In Boston, Saunders shifts to lead the referendum battle on the subway bill as amendments flow from lawmakers including Schofield and Carey. The debate centers on a 20 to 35 year term for street use and labor provisions, with votes expected after a long session.

Saunders Congress Boston Schofield of Malden Schofield Committee On Metropolitan Affaires House Nickerson Dedham J. W. Kimball Carey Haverhill McNary Tremont Street Albany Sein Bostor Elevated Company

Lord George Hamilton Praises American Locomotives and Bridges

London report shows Lord George Hamilton Indian secretary defends American engines and bridges in a letter to Sir Alfred Hickman. He argues American practices improve quality and price, cites fuel efficiency and load power, and urges British engineers to consider American methods despite past criticism.

London George Hamilton House of Commons Alfred Hickman British Iron Trades Association Aer Conan Tisos & Beeb Indalan Tall- Fong Anak Bri Cher Aa Fediway Wreeke Meérica Wratlavsle Emntra Celles Soconmatices Sncalaes Tnndla Temie George Samt Ton Concentrata Shoroua H Iit

General Martin Illness improves at home

Water Commissioner General A. P. Martin, long ill at home, was reported last night to be much improved. He remains convalescent, keeping to his house but not bedridden, with family and his physician hopeful for full recovery despite the summer heat.

A. P. Martin Martin

Senate Adjourns After Brief Prayer Session

The House and Senate held short sessions yesterday with about a dozen members present in the Senate. After a prayer, the Senate adjourned to meet Monday at 11 o'clock.

House Senate

Boston House Adopts Voting Machines and Wharf Bill

In a short session the House, with fewer than sixty members, passed the voting machine bill authorizing city funding and the South Bay Wharf and Terminal Company bill from the Senate. The drainage committee’s adverse report on Middleboro sewage disposal was accepted, and several committee reports on hospital care, street widening, and the Wolcott memorial exercises were received.

Myers Boston South Bay Wharf and Terminal Company Senate Charles EB. Grinnell Middleboro Thomas N. Hart Boston City Hospital Salem D. Charles Walter Street Arnold Arboretum Ways and Means Wolcott

Clergy feud flares over Christian Science letters

The Rev A C eathally Dixon challenged Far toa tie ou Sanyo chtuah near the 28 Cnnard Week for sux tomNe Tow. He said he would address Farlow's creed from his pulpit next week and would not discuss others' remarks about Christian Science.

A. C. Eathally Dixon Science Orn Ie Porcis Farlow Ares Buerer Sterday Divine Highland Avenue Dixon

Quips on stockings and devotion from two papers

The Chicago Record recounts Mrs. Reuben Necke recalling a failed shopping trip in rain and a jokey remark on stockings. The Baltimore American quotes a playful flirtation where a suitor pledges devotion and a clever woman nudges him toward a social chance with a magnate.

Reuben Necke Chicago

One Explanation in Baltimore Dining Scene

The shy damsel with the unsuspecting escort dines at a restaurant and orders nearly everything on the menu except bread and butter. She asks if her actions are a bet, while the poor man checks his dollar and thirty cents and laughs feebly asking if she is truly performing this for a wager.

Baltimore American

Plage Mayor Appoints Acting City Treasurer and Auditor

Mayor Hart names City Auditor Dodge acting treasurer and Deputy Auditor Mitchell acting auditor. Experts Chase and Stewart audit the books. City branches meet for resolutions on services. Flag at half mast for late treasurer. Possible successor names include J Adams Brown and Charles H Allen. Salary for treasurer 6000 with sinking fund 700. appointment may last six months and face confirmation hurdles. Funeral for the late treasurer set for 3 PM at J W Belches residence in Brookline.

Hart Dodge Mitchell Messrs. Chase Stewart Ore Turner J. Adams Brown Central National Bank Charles H. Allen Allen Boston Sinking Fund Commissioners J. W. Belches Winsor Road Brookline

Annual MIT Alumni Tech Reception Recalls Lessons

The MIT Association hosted its annual reception for graduating alumni. President Oy spoke on valuable lessons and offered guidance for those about to embark on their careers. Desmonditz Gerald shared humorous reminiscences of college life and notable film references.

M. I. T. Association Ee Ang Welco Oy Association Anitohett Mae Desmonditz Gerald Corporan

Martha Hichborn to wed James G. Blaine in June

Washington reports arrangements for the marriage of Miss Martha Hichborn daughter of Rear Admiral Hichborn to James G. Blaine. The ceremony will be at Admiral and Mrs Hichborns home on June 4 with Rev. Dr. Radcliffe officiating. Gifts include silver services and bric brac. The couple will honeymoon three months and sail from New York June 6.

New York Vivian Sartoris U. 8. Grant Archibald Balfour London England Kent Washington Martha Hichborn Hichborn James G. Blaine Hichbornesday Radcliffe New York Avenue Presbyterian Church Blainé

Watermelon Season Opens Amid Market Cheer

Yesterday the watermelon season was declared open with market sellers offering melons at about 1.75 a piece. Citizens gathered at the market to buy fruit and celebrate the start of the seasonal harvest amid a festive mood and strong interest from passersby.

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U. S. Grant Boston Elevated Railway Company Sartoris A. °.Rant Lord George Hamilton A.C. Dixon D. D Henry Turners G. H. Allen Branswick President Pritchett Blaine Abbey Abbey Ee Effervescent Salt Co Street Tod
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