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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1898
Page
4
The nation stands united and Congress votes 50 million for national defence from the treasury. The action reflects a peaceful yet firm resolve, aiming to deter war while preparing for possible conflict with Spain amid the USS Maine crisis and court findings. The piece criticizes complex Boston alderman reforms, urging a simple general-ticket system.
The Post predicts rapid House approval for the telephone bill after a surge of support from subscribers. Backed by hundreds of letters and petitions, the measure aims to regulate telephone companies, facing a tougher, but doubtful, Senate hurdle.
The text discusses whether an impartial tribunal should be provided for appeals when necessary, weighing fairness against potential delays or complexities in the process. It highlights the central question of accessible review within an equitable framework.
Judge Dunbar retires from the Superior Court bench to enter private practice, citing insufficient pay for the time and energy required. The article notes that the judiciary nationwide is underpaid, with salaries from $500 to $7,500, and urges the Commonwealth to raise compensation to a more reasonable level.
An editorial argues replacing the gallows with the electric chair for the death penalty in Massachusetts as a more humane, painless, and civilized method. It contends hanging is barbarous and that the state should ensure a decent execution while laws allow the death penalty.
The Post's firemen's fund closed and $4023.25 was turned over to Kidder Peabody & Co. as treasurers for the general firemen's relief fund appointed at the public meeting at Faneuil Hall. The paper thanks readers for their generous response to the appeal.
The Observant Citizen surveys wartime patriotism, the Sons of the Revolution plan a tablet for General Joseph Warren's Hanover Street home. It notes a Castilian Club backing Spain, a governor's reception canceled after Mrs Olcott's mother’s death, and Maine political theatrics plus flag displays and changed conductors in street cars.
Notices report missing printed notices, a Legion of Honor Hall lecture hosted by Mrs Abba Goold Woolson, and ongoing Moral Education Association talks. Centennial milestones mark the Boston Public Library and the older Boston Library. Extra items praise Billy McMasters at a Boston University Law School minstrel show and note General Sam Leavitt as Eastport mayor with memories of 1866. Jack Drohan shows improvement after illness.
The letter argues it costs much to shoot a modern coast defense gun with near half ton projectiles. It notes Spain’s debt and refers to expenses of artillery versus amateur photography, concluding the high cost will outlast the war and leave Spain in debt, signed N. A. Jennings.
A summer or evening corsage features a white mull or Swiss chemisette under a slightly bloused silk bodice. Neck is square with the front open to reveal the chemisette, waist cinched by a ribbon belt and lace bow. Sleeves are mull with silk and lace caps and ruffled ends. Front decoration includes ribbon bows and small steel buckles.
Aunt Nancy hides a bundle and prize hens from widower Ike Morrel and a stubborn feud with Tom the hired boy. A deacon helps settle the dispute with a ten dollar repayment, paving the path for Aunt Nancy and Deacon Spicer to marry next week.
The former secretary of the United States legation at Rome, author of Sacrifice of a Throne, has been named commander of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazare by King Humbert. Italy will also stock government libraries with copies of his book.
A collage of brief jokes and quips from multiple papers including Detroit Free Press Philadelphia North American and Life. The snippets feature conversational lines about singing luck marriage and daily life with sharp wit and social satire.
Reader is invited to sell a few thousand COPPLE KING OF ARRIZONA shares at 60 cents a share less regular agent commission. Contact JOS at Hotel Mieusset, 886 Washington St., by phone or in person for details.
The House debated an order for a gas trust investigation interrupted by adjournment. Key speakers included Callender of Boston Hayes of Lowell and Bennett of Saugus opposing the probe while Myers Cambridge Reed Taunton Miller Boston Stone Springfield Russell Worcester supported it. A vote was expected today with Callender challenging Rule 40.
Mr. Hayes of Lowell criticizes a $400,000 to $600,000 pipeline bill, calling the Gas Commission to account and opposing a special committee. The debate cites past investigations, noting benefits like 1893 note cancellations and 1894 anti stock watering laws, with Gas Commissioner Barker mentioning Massachusetts law evasion.
Letters to the Post express support for a bill to place the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company under state commission. Signatories urge reform to grant cities highway control and oppose inequitable charges for different telephone sets and services.
Citizens in Boston denounce a proposed ten cent toll per call, arguing they already pay about eighty dollars annually for telephone service from H. Moulton & Co of East Cambridge.
The letter from Charles Drovel of 2307 Washington street commends the Post for its work toward legislative regulation of a grasping monopoly.
Sir-Being unfortunate enough to be doing business in a small block where there is not another private wire, we cannot get in on the 600 call limit. Our calls cost us over 20 cents a call. STOEHR BROS., 561 Tremont street.
Malden letter writer A Wheeler agrees to sign a telephone petition and pledges to walk ten miles to back it. He argues inventors should be fairly paid but not excessively, predicting the movement will succeed and spark more. He compares rising public feeling to Samson discovering his strength.
Peter S. O Brien of 14 Cambria Street complains that current telephone charges are exorbitant. He notes the rates hurt small businesses where profits are slim and competition is intense, while telephones remain a business necessity but not profitable.
Saltonstals signs a brief note from Reston on March 2 1898 replying to a circular about an act concerning charges and service of telephone companies in the Commonwealth. He praises current service and opposes immediate regulatory interference. The letter is dated Sears Building Reston and unsigned.
Wilson and Johnson of 7 Blackstone Street protest a $216 yearly long distance service charge calling it exorbitant while acknowledging its business value. They urge action to reduce the price, noting extra out of town charges and hope for a favorable resolution.
James Bay signs a petition asserting the state should supervise all quasi public corporations including the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company. He cites his belief in state oversight and encloses the petition at 188 Boylston Street.
Anderson and Johnson of 161 Richmond street urge the adoption of extended telephone service at a lower rate. They note their measured service contract expires in January 1898 and question why twelve months cannot be offered at the same 7 cent per call rate they paid for the remaining contract time.
A heated exchange over gas company capitalization and rates unfolds as lawmakers debate whether to investigate over capitalization and the Gas Commission. Supporters urge a thorough inquiry while opponents warn of harm to the state’s gas policy and public interests.
Dr William H M Owen of Newton Upper Falls and Frank Piper sign letters thanking the Post for chance to back reform. They argue telephone charges are high versus costs and profit, urging the paper to support measures reducing abuse and benefiting subscribers.
Charles F. Hill of 20 Pitts Street Boston urges stronger action on telephone reform. He argues the proposed bill, if enacted, would not lower charges and calls for a straightforward rate reduction rather than incremental steps.
A signed suggestion notes that lines 32 to 36 of House bill No. 60 appear just yet could be evaded by the telephone company by altering contracts to eliminate quarterly subscribers. R. G. Harmon treasurer of the American Steam Gauge Company signs from Chardon Street.
An expression of gratitude for a chance or opening is noted, highlighting positive sentiment toward seizing a forthcoming possibility. The brief remains general about the opportunity and the speaker’s readiness to pursue it.
The Liberty Oil Company of Chelsea states it will sign a petition for telephone reform and expresses surprise at the lack of action. The company condemns high charges and poor service, comparing the issue to monopolistic behavior and noting widespread customer complaints.
The Springfield Republican supports state oversight of telephone charges, not strike tactics. Representative Mead proposes amending the bill to let the Gas and Electric Light Commission regulate rates with procedures similar to the Railroad Commission, urging conservative action to avoid radical change.
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