New York Malby Law Provokes Civil Rights Debate
The recently adjourned Legislature passed a Malby style law barring hotels restaurants theaters and public baths from denying accommodations to colored patrons and allowing up to 500 dollars in damages. Colored clubs test the law by seeking service while protesting its impact on business and equality. Massachusetts statute influence is noted as familiar and largely acceptable in tone.
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Massachusetts
Public Service Access Persists If Paid In Full
A viewpoint argues that equal access to public services hinges on willingness to pay, suggesting no intrusion or interference when fees are settled. The piece frames payment as the gatekeeper to fair treatment in public dealings.
The Strawberry Season Arrives with Native Berries
The article celebrates the peak of the native strawberry season as the finest fruit in markets and lunch counters. It contrasts Florida Georgia Delaware and New Jersey berries with the native that ripens under New England sun and notes its brief, glorious life. The piece warns a perpetual season would dull vigor.
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Georgia
Delaware
New Jersey
New England
Horticultural Hall
Terrible revelation on the state house unsafe for occupancy
The construction commissioners reveal the State House, long seen as solid, is unsafe for the official bar. They describe walls that are shells of brick, oozing foundations, and missing underpinning. The writ of ejectment targets the Governor and other officials occupying rooms in the so called Bulfinch front.
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Bulfinch Front
Kiel Canal fête blends warships with commerce gains
The Kiel celebration gathers world naval armaments to mark a great commercial project. Emperor William’s grand display shows a warm fraternal mood between France and Russia, yet the event aims at peaceful, commerce-centered interests and world peace.
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Russia
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William
Ten Per Cent Wage Increase for 7000 Illinois Steel Workers
The Illinois Steel Company announces a ten percent raise that benefits 7000 employees. Since March first, thousands of workers have gained this boost, widening the margin between distress and ease and lifting morale, self-respect, and drive across the community.
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Illinois Steel Company
The Gypsy Moth Threat to Dorchester
A Dorchester gypsy moth colony highlights the broader danger of the pest spreading from Malden. The piece urges complete extermination, noting current laws aim to hold ground rather than finish the job and calling for action by the next Legislature.
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Dorchester
Malden
Silver at Cleveland Straddles Free Silver Issue
The Cleveland Republican clubs Conference embraces the silver question as a major issue but opts to straddle it. The piece notes the party’s alignment with free silver through its platform, the silver purchase act, and lending for free coinage, arguing that a straddle is the only viable path to avoid erasing its record.
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Republican Party
Observant Citizen Highlights City News and Notables
A reader notes rough bicycle riders on Washington street and praises Colonel Cody's peace advocacy during a parade. The piece also covers a Longwood stone post inscription, West End open cars concerns, Franklin Park racecourse upgrades, local residents’ achievements, and police and civic figures including Captain Little and Lieutenant Ritchie.
Pears Soap Praised For Skin Cleansing Qualities
An advertisement-style claim extols Pears soap for cleansing the skin, dissolving the soluble layer and washing it away instantly. It is described as friendly to life and gentle to living tissue, avoiding harm until life yields.
A Cup of Tea and a Burglar in the Night
Susy narrates a burglars break in and a brave throw of composition tea that foils the intruder. Tom is knocked flat and the district telegraph brings police as the couple later discover the thief captured and a reward awaits.
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Bryce & Co
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Welcome to Christian Endeavor Convention Poem Contest
The Boston Post invites submissions of a welcome poem for the Christian Endeavor convention. Poems must be no more than thirty two lines and received before the convention opens. Prize is a double gold eagle for the best entry. Address the Christian Endeavor Editor at the Post in Boston.
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Liberty convention welcome in Boston July tribute
The poem praises a July Boston gathering celebrating Liberty and a religious convention. It invokes historic sites like Bunker Hill and Faneuil Hall and appeals to fifty thousand attendees to seek truth and right through Christ. Signed by Fred Goldsmith Walker of Salem, Massachusetts.
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Ring out for Boston's Noble Choice
A poetic call invoking bells and merry voices to welcome a noble choice in Boston. The verse urges all souls to praise and celebrate, bidding Father Time to lift up the order as ages roll. Signed by George M'Kenzie.
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George M'Kenzie
Endeavor Band Welcome in Boston Message
Welcome to Boston. The text praises Christian unity and the Endeavor band. It emphasizes loving neighbors, enduring spiritual warfare between good and evil, and marching with steadfast principle in all actions for Christ and the church.
Welcome to the 60 000 strong gathering at the Common
A public welcome to a large assembly of worshippers led by C. EB. and the father as shield. The message praises their unity and labor, asks the community to greet them warmly, and wishes success in their endeavors. The address notes Suite 6 at 15 Broadway Extension.
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Isador H. Coriat Dies. Roxbury Man Honored in Verse
A memorial poem venerates Isador H. Coriat of 231 Dudley Street Roxbury Massachusetts. It honors priests of Zion and soldiers who died for peace and the nation, hoping their work endures until war ends and olive peace prevails.
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Zion
Isaiah
Summer Jackets for the athletic girl in damp weather
A summer jacket proves useful in rainy weather and dreary days, essential for outdoor wear. Capes are unsuitable for knock-about activity as they won’t provide warmth or freedom from catching on branches during athletic pursuits.
Smiles in the News and Notable Sights Across Town
A parade of quirky items from international politics to local curiosities. Callahan hosts a bull fight sparking a public quarrel. Valkyrie Ill is labeled a feeler for the cup. Kiel ships brag of silver service and American rain shows. Marie Jansen rises on turf rivalries. Clinton strikers fish instead of marching. Yale crew training draws puzzled attention.
Western man for President in 1896 outlook
A letter urges nomination of Adlai Stevenson or other western leaders for the Democratic ticket in 1896 with a Western first strategy and notes strong Eastern names as possible running mates on a sound money platform. The writer cites prior Western nominees and argues for returning to the West.
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Iowa
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Christian Endeavor Hymn Delivered by Boston Workers
A Boston notice thanks workers for Jesus outreach praising the Christian Endeavor movement. The verse appeals to saints and sinners to join efforts, promising divine watch over labors and a heavenly reward. It closes with a dedication by Jennie M Jones of 1% O street South Boston.
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Welcome to the City of the Golden Dame
A poem invites a national throng to join in the capital’s scene with calls to welcome the faithful, students, and diverse settlers to a center of freedom, faith, and learning. The verse blends regional origins with praise for the city’s temples, halls, and communal spirit.
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Freedom
Malden Native Joins Peary Relief Expedition Crew
A Malden, Massachusetts native sails on Mrs. Peary's relief expedition to the North Pole to aid her husband. The Malden community and the state await the petition noted for tomorrow's Post, as Peary remains a focal interest.
Boston Public Schools Graduation Schedule Next Week
The Boston public schools hold graduation events from Monday June 24 to Tuesday June 25 with a full timetable. Each school listed shows its start time ranging from 9:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. across multiple campuses including Hugh OBrien Edward Everett Harvard Minot and many others.
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Bowditch School
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Governor Greenhalge Pressed to Attend Multiple Events
Governor Greenhalge faces heavy demands as invitations pour in from Governor W J Stone of Missouri to attend the St Louis fair and the military drill. Union College faculty also requests his presence at Schenectady for commencement exercises.
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Jules Lemaitre Elected to Academie in Paris
Paris June 20 Jules Lemaitre the poet and critic was elected to the Academie in succession to Jean Duray. Jules Delafosse received nine votes and Emile Zola one while four ballots failed for the seat of M De Lesseps and the election was deferred until September. Francis Charmer earned fifteen votes with Jean Ricardalx and M Zola one each.
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Emile Zola
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Francis Charmer
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British Rainbow lands marines at Asping Formosa amid stand
The Times dispatch says the Rainbow has landed 100 marines at Asping Formosa, bringing total ashore to over 200. The Black Flag general demands withdrawal. the British commander refuses and vows to resist any attack. No Japanese movements are reported.
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Summer Garden Rhythm and Barber Prose
A brief verse noting the season from June to September. Barbers, preachers, and their peers are reminded to keep things concise and not overly lengthy while enjoying the garden music and drinks. The lines carry a playful tone and reflect a period voice.
Buckley Case Noted for Animal Welfare Interest
Letter expresses support for Buckley known to aid horses with heavy loads and be kind to animals. Sender urges Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to take up the case.
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