Boston Police Home Rule Debate Mirrors Shifting Power
The piece argues that Boston seeks control of its police through home rule, now urged after a Democratic governor win and a push from ex Republican leaders. It cites voter change, party risk for Republicans, and compares to New York's police oversight.
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Massachusetts
I. P. Hutchinson
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Legislative Committee On Metropolitan Affairs
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Hutchinson
Emmons
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Anabel Parker McCann
Portland
Ore
Metaphysical mileage in Congress and currency debate
The piece satirizes a so called constructive recess used to justify mileage expenses for lawmakers. It recalls 1896 tariff and currency battles, critiques the Walcott commission on silver, and notes Russia’s war stance while closing with a reader’s advice on jealousy and trust in marriage.
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Cleveland
Lodge
Senate
Great Britain
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St. Louis
McKinley
White House
Europe
Bank of England
National Treasury
Let Metaphysical Appointments Fade From Policy Comments
The excerpt argues against extending political speculation on presidential appointments and urges the President and Congress to focus on facts. It suggests beliefs about character are formed by thoughts and cautions against lengthy metaphysical debates, advocating practical consideration of real policy.
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Pacific Coast
Congress
Boston Exports Decline and Southern Ports Gain in 1904
Boston reports exports of 87.9 million in 1904, far below 1901 totals as Southern ports like New Orleans and Galveston dominate trade. Imports leave Boston second to New Orleans, while total foreign trade puts Boston behind. Rail discrimination blamed, urging diversification of sources rather than waiting for recovery.
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Boston
United States
South
New Orleans
Galveston
Notable Editorial on Boston Gas Consolidation
The Salem News reports a Boston Post editorial praising a gas consolidation plan as illuminating. It contrasts another paper’s silence and a third paper’s holier than thou stance, noting the Post exposes profit capitalization in the scheme.
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Boston Post
Boston Gas
Boston
Trust Counsel
Post
Meals in de pot pot roast remark
A local note captures a planned tasting as Martha prepares a meal described as a fine pot roast. The excerpt hints at welcoming guests to try the dish and enjoy the moment.
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Martha
Ignorance of Youth Frustrates Farmer Jones on Hemposts
A reader voices frustration at poor hemposts, joking that the creaky setup makes them seasick and calling for better guidance from Farmer Jones. The remark captures rural humor and a share of local chatter.
Thrifty Arlington Youths Sell Nest Moth Nests to Authorities
Observant Citizen notes Arlington youths collecting gypsy moth and brown tail moth nests to sell to town authorities, yielding noticeable profits. Ellen M. Stone after her mother's death joins the American Board of Foreign Missions and may return to Macedonia. Toboggan chute at Franklin Field closed for season with safe sport history. Public affairs and sidewalk conditions in Somerville receive attention from local leaders.
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Arlington
Lucy W. Stone
Ellen M. Stone
American Board of Foreign Missions
Macedonia
Franklin Field
Peoria Church Seeks a Crank and Mixer Pastor
The Christian Church trustees in Peoria Illinois set seven requirements for their new pastor not older than 85 married evangelist lodge member mixer crank and willing to bear parish burdens. Ashley J Elliott chairman notes it takes a crank and a mixer to move things.
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Peoria
Ill
The
Christian Church
Ashley J. Elliott
Illinois Car Service
Hidden Patient Waits in Ward as Visitor Discovers Gifted Voice
A hospital ward tale follows a recovering patient whose pure song, heard by a nurse and Mrs. Meridon, astonishes all. The visitor believes the woman is a gentlelady, yet her identity remains unknown as she regains strength and leaves the hospital with her benefactor.
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Mrs. Meridon
Mrs. Meriden
Reverend John L. Dube to speak on conversion at church
The Rev. John L. Dube a converted Zulu and nephew of the king will discuss his conversion and his industrial school in his homeland tonight at Harvard Street Baptist Church located at the corner of Harrison Avenue.
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Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Washington
Pennsylvania Avenue
Rough Riders
Trust Busters
San Juan Seth
Teddy
Roosey
Mike Donovan
Theodore
John D. Rockefeller
Roosevelt
Beef Trust
John L. Dube
Harvard Street Baptist Church
Harrison Avenue
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