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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1903
Page
6
The Ohio Republican convention agrees on a square resolution endorsing Theodore Roosevelts candidacy. States totaling about 450 votes have backed him, with Ohio to follow and a near 500 vote path to renomination. Backing could falter if pledged delegates differ next year, but current outlook favors Roosevelts secure renomination.
The Hawaii or insular decision is hailed as the most momentous of the insular cases, granting Congress power over customs while denying residents full constitutional protections. Justice Harlan dissents warning that such logic would nullify life and liberty guarantees for some subjects and forge despotism in justice and government.
The Board of Police issued orders aimed at drunken men on the street and steam cars. The move stems from Watertown residents' complaint that ease of transport after drinking fosters a drink culture, letting intoxicated citizens be taken home quickly after visiting saloons across the line.
The Board of Police calls for arrests of intoxicated persons trying to board streetcars to curb complaints. The piece argues this is impractical without a judicial definition of intoxication and blames the railway company for not clearly posting passenger conduct rules. It urges the company to enforce its own contract to prevent disorder.
Editorial warns against a new coal mine shutdown and urges use of conciliation and arbitration. It notes miners' representatives were accepted by the workers but rejected by operators citing a technical error, accusing the operators of obstructing the Gray commission system.
A quaint verse depicts a man pausing at a street crossing to watch a maid in the rain. The street is slick and a light comedy of vanity follows as both parties react to the wet day and social proprieties.
Washington June 3 Baron von Jernberg and the baroness with Miss Langham sister depart Friday for their summer home the Weirs N H
Governor Bates has not decided if he will send a special message to the Legislature on the original package issue. The attorney general has issued an official opinion that dealers may continue selling under the law.
At noon yesterday members of Company A First Battalion Second Regiment Boston school cadets gathered at the Boston Latin School hall and presented Lieutenant-Colonel Shanahan with a regulation sword.
Yesterday's All Sorts letters drew huge interest as the edition sold out by 9 a.m. Readers who missed out still have a chance to buy the second instalment at 1 cent. The letters present a satirical tale of wealth and romance seeking breach of promise damages.
In Orange Vermont on June 3, Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Tillotson, the region’s oldest couple, received handsome gifts from the Boston Post. He is 93 and she will be 94 on the 12th. they were married February 22, 1849, and praised the newspaper for its gesture while noting congratulations from friends.
A tattered derby once worn by a famous character travels from Boston to Richmond Cal after a near world voyage. The hat, owned by unknown parties, arrives in Boston in tatters and is packed with tags and humorous verses about Mrs O Rafferty and the hat’s storied past.
Lansing, charmed by Dolce, battles a binding spell on a cliffside stroll. He resists a dangerous plea to stay as Dolce enacts a final farewell kiss and urges a last walk to the edge of the cliff. The scene hints at a doomed romance amid an island tragedy.
Grover Cleveland writes the Independent urging fishermen to practice moderation. He argues against constant slaughter, noting many true anglers fish for the thrill and patience, not constant catches, and that bad luck days remind tempering restraint and enjoyment of the sport.
The Observant Citizen notes plans to install electric vehicle charging stations in East Boston Milton Dedham South Framingham Natick Winchester Grove Hall Somerville Watertown and Woburn on premises open 24 7. It also reports on public events including Trimount Encampment 2 at Lawrence Encampment Hall and recognitions for Walter J. Cusick and Captain Spencer W. Richardson along with celebratory honors for local baseball star Captain Collins.
Miss Mamie Harnish returns to vaudeville after health trip to Denver. friends host a complimentary dinner. Dorchester gathers for St. Leo's Church garden party on June Seventeenth at Grove Hall. Jerry Connors, Joe Conboy, and Billy Gleavey plan Wallingford vacation. Tom Lonergan heads to Grand Banks aboard Glorilana. Observations on women leaving streetcars, and reflections on the Channing memorial in the Public Garden.
Lieutenant Colonel W H Devine the medical director on Brigadier General Whitney’s staff in the Second Brigade M V M will retire from active militia service as his retirement application proceeds through military channels.
JOLIET Illinois June 3 Ten thousand people welcomed President Roosevelt as his train pulled into town Whistles from mills greeted the arrival and a parade followed through the main streets At Central School he spoke to more than five thousand about labor and the modern industrial system Veterans from the Spanish American War and other veterans were present and he thanked them for their service.
The regular Father Thayer Court gathering last night featured the initiation of 12 candidates. Rev. J. H. O Neill, high court chaplain of the M C O F, gave an address. Chief Ranger Hannah E Boyle presided and offered an Irish language recitation. Songs followed by Mrs Fay and Mrs Elizabeth Lambert. Major John J Boyle and D H C R John J Keley praised members for recruiting and court usefulness. Refreshments were served.
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