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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1904
Page
6
The notice lists varying subscription prices including 83.00 PAL and 76c per month for three months and outlines renewal steps. It states THE SUNDAY POST offers 2.50 for six months and 1.25 for three months with 65c monthly. Readers are asked to provide current and future addresses for paper delivery.
The American ambassador at the Raisuli court testifies that the person praised is a perfect gentleman, lending strong backing to the individual in question.
Public outcry presses for answers after the General Slocum fire and drowning tragedy. Secretary Cortelyou vows a thorough federal probe into vessel inspection, equipment, crew training, and construction to determine fault and assign blame.
Experienced observers say Bunker Hill Day was the noisiest anniversary in history and the Glorious Fourth may top that noise. The article argues patriotic fervor and loud celebrations are desirable, with firecrackers, bombs, and gunpowder scents distinguishing July Fourth from other holidays.
An article notes the Sultan of Morocco granting Mr Perdicaris control of a 600 square mile territory with four tribes. The brigand becomes governor, shifting from kidnapping for ransom to wealth extraction from the poor under a Moorish method of power. The piece likens this to Australia’s regime and urges Perdicaris’s commission.
A company of distinguished citizens leaves today for the World’s Fair in St Louis with a stop in Chicago to ratify Roosevelt’s nomination. The writer urges a shorter Chicago stay and more time in St Louis, arguing four days is a waste and the convention is unnecessary formalities.
The article reports a surge of hand wounds treated at hospitals after Bunker Hill Day due to blank cartridge toy pistols. It warns tetanus risks from such injuries and urges discouraging or prohibiting toy pistol use to prevent needless suffering among children.
General Fitzhugh Lee, after touring the North, says Grover Cleveland is the man who can win the Democrats this time. He believes Cleveland may accept the nomination if urged and would win by a large majority. Lee noted others wagering on Cleveland's nomination and victory.
Washington dispatch says Folk's name may be presented despite protests with Bourke Cochran of New York giving the nomination speech and William J. Bryan of Nebraska delivering the seconding speech, uniting major party wings.
Paris reports final closing of a 12.5 million dollar French loan to Morocco secured by customs receipts. This marks France’s first step in reorganizing Morocco’s finances and pressures the government to release RaisoulI’s prisoners, potentially stabilizing the regime and easing Parisian demands.
An Roxbury reader criticizes Mayor Collins for unveiling General Warren's statue with his hat on. The letter urges showing respect by removing hats at public celebrations and asks local paper to publish more opinions.
MAX HENR MAN of 24 Davis Street Boston writes that fire traps and early failure of safety devices risk catastrophe like the New York disaster. He urges testing and keeping equipment in order so it is ready when needed. June 1, 1904.
To the Editor the writer from Wellesley Hills asks whether the young man should plead for marriage or endure later rebuke for proposing lightly. The letter requests ongoing discussion on the social conduct of suitors toward young women.
Fragmentary verse from the Yiddreh of Morrie Rosenfeta laments a mother’s concern for her daughter’s fate. A somber, dreamlike scene portrays streets, dawn, and quiet towers as a wind asks where the girl wanders and hints at danger and hardship.
A cautious pre announcement says details are restricted but promises strong interest for women and married readers. It invites Misses and Dames to read the forthcoming statement on Monday, without revealing specifics.
Next Monday's post quotes a romantic verse about a haunted smile and a pierced face. The speaker wonders if the beloved will smile in dreams and whether the image will remain, citing the Sphinx as the source of commentary.
Observant Citizen reports a new roof garden at the Westminster Hotel Copley Square with iron railing shelter and colorful electric lights. It draws crowds already and may need more seating as popularity grows. Baroness Rose Posse and William T Strong announce a July 6 Emmanuel Church wedding with a later home at Charlesgate.
In New Bedford June 15 104 Newton Newkirk letters Boston Post describing a farmer's carded description of a poultry processing invention used to convey the idea to readers. The tale recounts how a printing partner printed the cards explaining the device for plucking chickens and the farmer later retrieved them.
A letter from H Purrington, designer of advertisements, asks how to spell a device name related to poultry and a hen. The column invites readers to provide brief, to the point answers, noting the mystery dwarfs other puzzles in difficulty.
The engineer of the steamer General Slocum died at his post to keep the engines running as the ship burned. His sacrifice was likened to Jim Bludso of the Prairie Belle, a hero celebrated in John Hay’s poetry.
A flotilla of vessels at Hoosac Tunnel docks Charlestown raised vibrant bunting. The Romanic of White Star, the Wabash, Alliance, Eagle, and tug Catawissa were festooned, with other ferries and wharf craft joining the colorful spread amid Easterly trade winds.
In court Judge How ard fined Kalman Gersinovitch and Samuel Tatleberg two Roxbury youths seven dollars each for placing explosive caps on elevated railroad car tracks.
Dusty Dugan faces criticism as he leaves a day job driving a beer wagon. Jaded Jones defends his work and rejects claims of disgrace.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a serious case where the defendant faces a resisting officer charge. The text hints at intoxication and attempted stopping for a drink, with the accused struggling during transport.
The talk centers on a local driver nicknamed Gunner and his son’s racing machine, described as a dominant number one vehicle. Eyeing the scene, residents note the strong family ties and competitive street presence as the car roars through town.
The tragedian as Footlights-Ranter dons a real ermine robe for the court scene. Backdrop shows he needs warmth to shield against the occasional frosts he endures.
George Cameroff and Cora resolve a rivalry over a party by tossing a coin. Cora brings a plane coin dated Feb 19 engraved with a C, recalling Coronado days. Cameron declares love and offers two invitations to the Gladstones reception, omitting Davidson’s invite.
Habeas corpus proceedings seek Valentine T. Sellers the Lawrence editor held in Salem jail for nine months on a criminal libel sentence after defaulting for trial. The full court of seven judges will decide if a misdemeanor defendant who pleads not guilty can be defaulted and sentenced without a jury.
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