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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1906
Page
6
The piece notes criticism of naming William Jennings Bryan for the 1908 presidency as premature yet argues his star power persists from two earlier campaigns. It emphasizes Bryan’s strong personality and a spontaneous, humorous response to the sudden spotlight, suggesting it may fuel a popular demonstration.
Speaker Cole's rules committee will publish its bribery investigation report today. Observers expect broad generalizations and a whitewash label unless individual members named in the affair are clearly cleared, and the committee should state definite conclusions about those involved.
The Board of Fire Underwriters approved a 15 percent rate rise in Boston, drawing strong opposition from business leaders. They argue the city’s strong fire protection, conservative building laws, and existing safety measures do not justify higher premiums, and previously a 10 percent increase was also met with protest.
Merchants in the Chamber of Commerce urge insurers to prove that higher fire premiums in Boston proper are used to protect policyholders. They argue the San Francisco fire loss is the cited motive, while fire protection in Boston is already strong. The resolution calls for accountability before any rate increase.
A catechism argues the Merger Bill would allow steam railroads to absorb trolley lines, killing competition that has delivered cheap transport and forced fare cuts. It condemns foreign corporations like the New York and New Haven road and calls for Massachusetts farmers artisans unions and the public to oppose the measure now.
Dorchester reader urges public fight against merger bill. He warns legislators who vote for it will face a reckoning at the next election and calls for clear roll-call voting to inform voters.
Newton Newkirk recounts a ill fated ride on a borrowed motorcycle. He describes frantic speed, misfired instructions, near collisions, a bug in the eye and a return to Boston by train after a disastrous outing that left him battered and grey.
The editor is urged to end locomotive and factory smoke in Boston. Louis D BranDel argues public service corporations should lose the right to foul the air under 1905 law Chapter 418, aligning with anti smoke statutes.
Colonel Mackenzie's column attacked rebels who fled into trees and were shot as bullets felled them from the branches. About 160 natives were slain before darkness ended operations. the rout of the rebels was regarded as practically complete.
Remus confirms the hen will finally set after doubters, with Will betting on the table that she will sit.
Dialogue fragments show Ella pressing for a final decision while Stella notes inconsistent ratings from Dan and Bradstreet. The exchange hints at unresolved investigation and contested judgments.
Dialog shows Dr. Crane noting a shopping bag helps pull a tooth for Hippo. He recalls nearly breaking his bill carrying tools last visit.
Mrs Duff accuses members during a Boston School Board meeting triggering heated exchanges and disruptions. The session adjourned briefly as officials sought order amid the dispute.
Residents along Monument avenue in Charlestown protest the June 18 parade route denying them view from their homes. Police promotions spark smiles as Lt Foley become captain and Sgt Powers to lieutenant while Patrolman Duke advances to sergeant. Rev Farrell greets parishioners at St Francis de Sales. Dean Ames lauds Boston YMCAs Evening Law School. Clifford Cameron vacationing across the state.
A fragmentary verse scene portrays an ideal dethroned as love abandons dreams. A figure proclaims devotion but rhetoric dissolves, ending with the ideal crumbling to atoms as passion fails. The speaker laments unfulfilled art and longing, while love proves elusive.
Miss Harriet Tucker, now alone in the old Marston farmhouse, recalls a 25 year old tragedy when Silas left her to marry money. He returns, seeks forgiveness, and she reveals she never ceased loving him as they plan a life together.
Reports from City Hospital say Councillor Michael J. Sullivan of South Boston known as Big Mike was resting comfortably after being stricken at City Hall on Monday. The hospital notes his condition is not notably changed but indicates he will remain hospitalized for several days.
The Boston Post editorial argues against authorizing steam railroads to buy street railways in Massachusetts. It urges enforcing existing laws over granting monopolies, warns that merger could destroy competition, raise risks to workers, and urges unanimous opposition by Massachusetts artisans to ceding street railways to outside managers.
The Boston Post argues that a bill allowing steam railroads to acquire trolley lines mainly affects rural areas not cities. It contends farmers benefit from trolley expansion through lower fares and better service, and fears absorption by steam roads would curb competition and hurt rural welfare.
Boston Post editorial argues that as street railways in Massachusetts are absorbed by steam railroad corporations through the merger bill before the Legislature, artisans face reduced conveniences and potential impacts on local mobility and economy.
The Boston Post Editorial warns that a merger bill allowing steam railroad firms to acquire street railways would surrender local travel privileges. It argues trolley and open car services created affordable access to recreation and regional links, and fears New York corporate control would limit these community benefits and curtail local travel freedoms.
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