Omnibus debate postponed in Massachusetts Senate
The Massachusetts Senate postponed the omnibus lease and subway bill after a clash between Senator Bennett and Senator Tinkham. The Public Franchise League urged substitution with their bills, arguing they would advance public interests and avoid lengthy extensions, while preserving state control and avoiding increased dividends to West End stockholders.
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Public Franchise League
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Robert Winsor
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Louis D. Brandeis
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Omnibus bill dead as talks pivot to changes
Debate over the stalled omnibus bill continues as lawmakers consider substitute schemes. Governor Foss objects to a 50 year West End lease, while Senators Bennett and Tinkham clash over postponement and bill substitution amid public franchise concerns.
Moving Day at Old Court House
The Hub begins evacuating the famous old Court House as the city moves the election department first to the new temporary City Hall annex at Sumner and Devonshire streets. Old records are being relocated to a storage space before the department moves to the new building.
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Devonshire Streets
D«son
Railway not liable in dynamite case
The Massachusetts Supreme Court ruled that damages from the 1904 Melrose dynamite explosion cannot be collected from the Boston and Northern Street Railway Company. A street car struck a 50 pound dynamite box, causing many deaths and injuries. Thom as Bigwood and Charles I Butterworth had sued for damages in a seven year case.
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Boston & Northern Street Railway Company
Supreme Court
Thomas Bigwood
Charles I. Butterworth
Wife Missing in Worry Over Illness and Finances
A husband seeks help as his wife, Mrs. Southward aged about 40, disappeared after writing a note on May 29 promising not to return. He reports she prepared lunch at 3 pm and left after 5:30 pm with only a few dollars. The mother-in-law suspects a trip to Los Angeles due to failing health. Mrs. Southward is described as 5 ft 8 or 10 in, about 130 pounds, medium complexion, green suit with a light turban hat and tan shoes.
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J. R. Keene
Southward
Los Angeles
Charlestown Husband Seeks Missing Wife Last Seen May 29
George W. Southward of 4 Brighton Street Charlestown appeals to the Post for aid in locating his wife who was last seen on May 29 and whose mind he fears may be troubled.
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George W. Southward
Brighton Street
Charlestown
Battleships Leave Pensacola For Target Practice Maneuvers
The battleships Vermont Idaho and Mississippi sailed from Pensacola to spend the day at sea in maneuvers. Tomorrow Minnesota joins with Rear Admiral Ward aboard for a northern passage. Idaho’s 12 inch gun was damaged during recent target practice and will be repaired upon reaching the north.
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Homes Page Features for Next Sundays Post
The Post announces the homes page will include a illustrated guide to making homemade furniture for summer camp and an article titled House keeping in a Bungalow. The features promise practical tips and period home care advice.
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Next Sunday's Post
Fighting near Tijuana Escalates as Forces Clash
War report from Lower California dated June 22 notes fighting between Mexican troops commanded by Celso Vega and rebels led by General Jack Mosby near Tijuana five miles southeast of the city. Machine gun fire echoed from the area around the Tijuana Hot Springs as the clash began around 11 o'clock this morning.
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Lower California
Celso Vega
Jefe Politico
Miguel Mayol
Jack Mosby
Here
Tijuana Hot Springs
Congress Appropriations Total Over One Billion
Washington June 22 Congress appropriations in the third session of the Sixty first Congress totaled 1 026 682 882 dollars, down 1 218 747 from the prior session. Contracts approved call for future public works totaling 43 454 145 dollars.
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Opera Season Seat Applications Open at Boston House
Despite hot weather the Boston Opera House subscription department remains busy accepting seat applications for the season starting November 27. The office on the first floor is open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fred Pond and his staff assist with information and applications.
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Boston Opera House
Opera
Fred &. Pond
Stadt
Boston Store Promises Value in Boys Wearables Bonanza
A Boston retailer touts a large, all-cash boys wearables department aimed at mothers seeking quiet, comfortable shopping for kids clothes. The ad boasts aggressive low prices on suits, hats, shirts, and accessories, plus 341 all‑wool suits from a new shipment and a no‑nonsense, free‑market business stance.
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Boston
Lottery Draw Promises 341 Winners for $15 Entry
A teaser notes a sweepstakes offering a $15 entry to select 341 winners. Details on eligibility or drawing date are not provided in the fragment.
Blue Serge Suit Sold At Special Price
An advertised blue serge suit offered for 4.98 claiming value 7.50 with a money back guarantee by Vorenberg. The copy notes the item as a bargain likely to appeal to shoppers seeking value.
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Vorenberg
Wash Suits For Boys In Attractive Color Range
Ad promotes washable boys outfits in Hydegrade galatea with sail or military collars. Mothers choose pink blue brown among colors. Priced as value $2.50, now offered at reduced rate of $1.48 with emphasis on repeat washing durability.
Suit Price Cut for Government Khaki Norfolk Style
Advert shows a Norfolk suit in genuine government khaki with yoke back and front box pleats and white pearl buttons. Originally $5.00, now reduced to $3.98. Customer offered $1.48 in a promotional claim, promising Mother would be pleased with the price and suit.
Limited Run Sale Offers Premium Patterned Shirts
A brief sale advertises 450 high quality shirts in silk soisette percale and madras with patterns and French cuffs. Sizes 14 to 16 are emphasized plus a strong appeal to buy many rather than just enough. Regularly priced up to 3 dollars, now offered at 1.50.
Silk hose offer sparks a practical 35 cent deal
An advertisement touts silk hose once a luxury now a necessity. It promises comfort against a busy life, noting 16 new colors and sizes. The sale features three pairs for 1.00 and regular 50 cent hose at 35 cents.
English model suits at sensible American price
A brisk feature argues that affordable, stylish English model suits help the aspiring financially cautious man. It contrasts the plight of the poor with the young worker who can afford to dress well, noting fashionable soft roll coats in brown cassimere and gray worsteds at a fraction of tailor prices.
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Emerson
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