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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1901
Page
6
Andrew Carnegie retires from business and donates 5 million in Carnegie Company securities. One million in annual income will sustain public libraries in the towns where the works stand, while four million provides relief, pensions, and support for workers and families harmed by service to the company.
The piece lauds six years of service by John F. Fitzgerald in Congress praising his persistent, zealous work for Boston and national policy. It notes speeches and letters at a banquet attesting to broad respect, his strong oratory, and his creditable House tenure.
In urging a liquor license for Sullivan Square Elevated station, critics argue public convenience is not served and traffic would be obstructed. They contrast with Terminal station where travellers’ meals justify alcohol access, stressing this local station serves daily commuters including school children and should be denied.
The House rejected a constitutional amendment to strike out the word male by 129 to 20 with 141 to 63 when including pairs. The Post notes a Massachusetts plebiscite might settle the issue but accepts the house vote as conclusive and urges suffragists to reconsider their stance.
The newspaper argues that women in the state have not shown a desire to vote and that men have prevailed in the House vote. It contends that women must express clear intent next year to obtain suffrage, noting that facts are now demanded.
A historical tribute outlines Benjamin Harrison as a jurist, publicist, and patriot whose impact went beyond his presidency. It notes his Civil War service, Senate term, and later work in law, academia, and arbitration, upholding American doctrines amid imperialism.
Observant Citizen notes Rev. Elijah Kellogg nearing death at his quiet Maine home. The piece recalls his Elm Island tales set in Casco Bay and characters like Lion Ben and Captain Rhines, placing him with Oliver Optic in the same literary vein. It also mentions J. T. Trowbridge, author of Cudjo's Cave, as hale in Arlington.
A romantic speaker pledges knightly deeds for Marian in a contrite ballad style. He muses on old tales and hopeful valor while admitting he may not be her knight. He vows to fight battles and be her lover true if she accepts.
A collection of curious items notes a sandwich named for the Earl of Sandwich, silk crops in China, a charity party in New York with prizes including Maltese kittens and a grand piano, and new nasturtium varieties at the University of Nebraska. It also mentions Echo Long Island postmaster Charles Squires abstaining from tobacco each February, Kent County Savings Bank adopting a profit sharing plan, Austernitz New York yielding undyed black wool, and G W Peterson’s black sheep wool project.
Breakfast items and lunch courses listed alongside a dinner plan. Includes recipes for French pilaff and orange cake with step details. Signed by Flinor M. Thiers at 17 Maywood Street Roxbury.
A former Onondaga crew member, G W Brennan of Cambridge, writes in defense of mutineers alleging mistreatment during seaman duty quarrels and disputes over rations. He cites decayed ham aboard New York patrol duties and claims thirty days shore leave lost as a caterer, offering his naval service record and discharges. Brennan notes others can vouch for the Newark ration affair.
An advertisement extols Cuticura as the cure for skin and scalp ailments in infants and children. It promotes Cuticura Soap and Ointment, detailing baths and applications, prices, and a full treatment set priced at $1.25, claiming universal use and effectiveness.
A newlywed wife confronts suspected infidelity after finding a note purportedly from her husband. The twist reveals the note belongs to the wife herself from a prior engagement, and reconciliation follows with a vow of trust.
A Chicago Post piece recounts sailors, soldiers, and a musician discussing a fierce gale. The sailor describes a bare mast snapped off by wind, the soldier notes a rifle ball deflected midair, and the musician recalls marching through high wind that ruined wind instruments until they adjusted angles.
A compilation of brief overheard lines from Philadelphia papers including jokes about old sea dogs, tea purchases, and engagement timing. The humorous snippets showcase playful exchanges and wordplay from early 20th century society.
A Philadelphia Press joke notes a diner’s complaint as a waiter allegedly mixed up an order. The cartoonish exchange ends with the diner receiving milk instead of the requested beef extract.
A quoted exchange from the Washington Star contrasts an artist described as a wonderful word painter with the idea that his work yields no notable pictures. The remark suggests the artist talks about art rather than creates memorable visual works.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes a writer planning a historical novel inspired by incidents from Mother Goose. The piece highlights the author’s clever approach and signals a fresh interpretation of familiar nursery themes.
A fragmentary Cleveland Plain Dealer piece questions why piano players often produce long harmonies. The quote suggests a view on melodic keyboard styles and orchestration in performances.
Society notes report Harvard freshman dinner in Vendome with Mr. BE Van Rensselaer Thayer Jr in charge. Winthrop Hall dancing parties in Dorchester and numerous Boston social events feature Mrs Fanny Boyce, Mrs Edwin Stone, and others hosting teas, lectures, and dinners.
The New BP England Order of Protection opened its fourteenth grand lodge session in Deacon Hall with 400 members. Judge James H. Flint presided as grand warden, reporting a prosperous condition. The society lists 12 337 social members across 10 lodges, 448 women, and benefit members totaling 11 889 with insured value 21 037 000 dollars, averaging 1849.44 per member. Officers elected included Guilford Newhall, Frederick T. Peabody, Eben Hinckley, Daniel Frasier, Mary Bagley, H. H. Chevigny, Margaret Young, and James Dowd.
The Malden Common Council of 1886 met at Young's Hotel with twelve members present. Officers elected included President James Pierce, clerk treasurer George A. Gardner, and executive committee W. H. James, W. B. Atwood, and George B. Stout.
Dr Prince examined a roomful of husky young men who sought police positions yesterday morning. They had applied to sit the physical examination under civil service rules.
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About sixty members of the New England Foundrymen's Association dined at the Hotel Essex with George B. Buckingham presiding. Thomas D. West of Sharpsville, Pennsylvania spoke on supremacy of modern methods of mixing and construction management. Officers elected were President George B. Buckingham vice president H. J. Carpenter and secretary Fred L. Stockwell.
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