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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1906
Page
7
The Boston Post announces its vacation timing and mail subscription options. It lists rates for the Daily and Sunday Post, mail delivery to United States and Canada, and notes on change of address and service discontinuation. Editorial staff include B. A. Grozier as editor and publisher.
A House rules committee report finds Representative Gethro urged bribery and recommends expulsion, while Swig is censured for contradictory statements. It notes no proven general bribery, criticizes secrecy, and transfers proceedings to Open House where accusers must face them.
The piece questions the constitutionality of a statute used by Speaker Cole’s bribery committee to compel testimony from House members and private citizens. It cites Massachusetts Bill of Rights prohibiting subjects from being forced to accuse or furnish evidence.
The text argues that forcing citizens to provide self incriminating evidence violates the constitution and questions the 1902 immunity statute cited by Speaker Cole. It suggests District Attorney Moran could pursue criminal cases instead of House actions at Beacon Hill if immunity is found unconstitutional.
The defeat of a merger bill leaves Massachusetts transport exposed to outside railways. One foreign company controls about one third of electric mileage while domestic lines are barred from competing. The piece calls for swift legislative and executive action to curb absorption and protect public interests.
A 1906 correspondence from John Rockefeller Jr. to his son details a playful critique of household staff. He recounts baccarat with a French count, notes about servants, and shares lumpish humor about domestic life and wealth. He praises his wife’s work and contrasts public with private service.
Society at Oyster Bay glows over the wedding set for noon. Bride Misa Marie Adele Montaut, noted for beauty and wealth, weds Harvard graduate Hunt ington Norton with many Boston friends expected to attend. Grant Forbes of Boston to serve as usher.
The jewelled G. A. R. badges will be presented to the oldest and youngest Civil War veterans in New England. Contest closes Sunday July 1. Any Civil War veteran in New England is eligible. photographs will be preserved and returned on request. Address G. A. R. Editor, The Boston Post.
Quote fragment notes a stance against meat-packers and a pledge to abolish meat. The terse line signals a reform sentiment tied to a group or movement advocating reduced or ended meat production. No clear location or named organizations are readable.
Thieves broke into the poet's New York residence in the night stealing valuables and reportedly taking what he described as the dream he was having. The incident highlights a bold daytime assault on a creative figure.
Jerome J. Pratt born Randolph Vermont June 28 1848 enlisted October 1863 in First Vermont Cavalry Company B mustered into service November 18 1868 discharged August 9 1865 served under Generals Custer Kilpatrick Sheridan in Sheridan raids Wilderness Richmond campaigns never wounded or hospitalized on General Veaseys staff helped organize four G A R posts member of Brookfest 13 G A R Northfield Vermont. Joseph W Stocker born Boston April 6 1824 lives 14 Chapman Street Beverly enlisted August 11 1862 in Fortieth Massachusetts Infantry served at Richmond Virginia past commander of John H Chipman Jr Post 89 G A R member.
The source states Mr. Baer is elected president of the Pennsylvania railroad and implies he will follow higher orders to end the rebate issue promptly.
A cable despatch notes Alice Longworth sitting close to the King at a recent function while duchesses dined elsewhere. The piece mocks when Alice will greet him publicly and jokes about timing and recognition on the street.
A chaotic message describes inviting the public to tour stock yards and inspect meat canning operations. Allegations accuse management of secrecy and past shipments. The note mockingly contrasts home work with yard control. A New York court case mentions a man fined for wife discipline, while affirming respect for wives' rights.
Obituary notes in Boston recall Mike Sullivan of the Governor's council and Dr. F. H. Brennan of San Francisco praising generosity. Comments on public order at the new Christian Science temple and ship dock crowds reflect city life after a major liner arrival.
Gloucester fishermen report a codfish found with a pair of spectacles embedded in its mouth cavity. The unusual catch drew attention as locals speculated how the glasses ended up inside the fish and what they revealed about its diet and habits.
A Massachusetts Foresters of America committee of about 50 from 30 courts met at the American House to arrange plans for an upcoming Boston convention. William Powers presided and Louis Da vin acted as secretary with delegates instructed to organize lavish entertainments for members.
A Washington despatch reports White House opposition to the Roosevelt Home Club scheme to buy the birth house at 28 East Twentieth Street New York. Projectors aim to present or dedicate it as a hospital once title is secured, but officials warn against any plan tied to government involvement.
The Dancing Masters Association held its annual convention at the Winthrop Yacht Club with a carnival cotillion last evening. Oscar Uryea was retiring president, Brashear and Robert Bates and others honored. The next gathering will be in Reading with delegates chosen.
In a light exchange a magazine staffer asks about a Poets Corner feature while an office boy notes a columnist who dislikes it. The snappy chat hints at internal magazine humor and staff banter about literary pages.
Miss Annie L. Marcet leads a carnival float in Charlestown with military and allied Irish demonstrations to follow. Mayor Fitzgerald to review the parade, which will march along principal streets, with parade officials and civic societies involved.
Charlestown DAR chapter plans patriotic services on Beaid 5 at 9 o'clock in the afternoon. Homer Sprague is slated to deliver an address.
A garbled OCR note mentions a service at an Episcopalian church tomorrow with a patriotic address honoring Revolutionary sires. It references a devt and a special program with music but specifics are unreadable.
A nurse tends a dying soldier in a comatose pneumonia, then at his final moments orchestral music and a distant flag salute stir him. He rises slightly to view Old Glory unfurled, declaring Our nation's flag forever, before passing.
John D. Rockefeller visits Compiegne France for La Fete-Dieu Corpus Christi celebration. He attends the principal Catholic church and observes the full service as children in their first communion costumes march the streets.
Dr Nathan P Thayer becomes resident physician at Albany House and Hospital on Long Island after Dr Simon S Cox resigns for a better private hospital post in Albany.
Annual reunion of St Mary's Elke Grave to be held at Central Grove on Wednesday July 2. Last evening’s gymnasium gathering drew a large crowd and marked a record in parish history. Names listed include Foley, John W. Dagey, Martin, Herman, and others.
A letter from William II asks about a 23 year old girlfriend and a 18 month relationship. The adviser warns that a large age gap can cause differing views and unhappiness in marriage unless tolerance exists.
A sale note offers patterned vests priced at 3.50 dollars each. The ad highlights variety beyond standard designs and invites buyers to compare styles and prices.
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