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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1907
Page
6
Municipal lighting study suggests Boston could save a substantial amount by taking over street lamp maintenance and supplying its own illumination materials instead of paying the $353 345 to a private contracting company.
The article argues that if Capital and Enterprise form a railroad style corporation to build an automobile highway between Boston and New York, the Legislature should permit it with proper restrictions. It suggests such a project could reduce road racing fatalities and be a public blessing.
The Interborough Association of Women Teachers in New York public schools seeks to raise women salaries to equal men in the same grades. The organization, with about 10 000 women members, promotes the motto The position must carry the salary and challenges opposition to equal pay.
The salvation of the Old State House is assured by the bill reported to the Legislature. It is probably secure for the present generation. A memorial tablet should note the building s triumph over modern commercialism and monarchy.
In the Santee Club preserves Grover Cleveland’s 70th anniversary is celebrated amid scarce ducks. Sportsmen offer sympathy while New York honors with flags and Cleveland square. Caldwell New Jersey sees a Cleveland memorial tablet unveiled at the Presbyterian parsonage, birthplace of the president.
A Richmond street factory boiler exploded Monday morning with only one hurt. The article urges that boiler inspection laws be mandatory and effectively enforced, condemning inspectors for lax adherence and urging revival of enforcement.
Lawmakers press to cancel the Boston and Albany lease to the New York Central, citing inadequate passenger and freight service and unmet obligations. State railroad officials flag legal action or demand improved service, warning Boston’s port status and freight routes are at risk as hearings resume next week.
Brownwood Texas March 14 1907 Newton Newkirk writes to The Boston Post story. Excerpts from a Dulci short order restaurant bill of fare reveal humorous yet serious notes on meals prices and service with proprietor G Sivells insisting customers pay for extras and wait their turn.
The death of Thomas Bailey Aldrich marks the end of a luminous era in New England poetry. His delicate verse and polished prose enriched literature, with notable influence as editor of the Atlantic Monthly shaping public taste and intellectual progress of his generation.
The article argues turning over the biennial election question to the next General Court is prudent. A flat rejection aligns with the recent referendum, but the revival would come with or without a referendum. It notes possible popular demand next year and urges no technical obstacle to a decisive test of the people's will.
The Boston Post leads a public battle against high telephone rates and alleged bribery linked to a major local monopoly. About 2700 users petition Massachusetts Highway Commissioners for a hearing the commissioners have refused to grant.
Illinois lawmakers create a State Beer Taster post drawing many applicants and political influence. Critics warn the role risks overwork and drinking dangers, noting similarities to a brewery receiver and fearing gradual decline into a tank if held long-term.
Agnes L. Roesler at the New York American Museum of Natural History answers questions from inquisitive children about exhibits. The playful list covers front ends of elephants, tails, giraffe throats, leopard spots, porcupine splinters, rhinoceros teeth, peacocks, camel backs, and sacred cows.
A 20 year old worker asks Mildred Champagne if he should marry a manager's daughter with family help. She counsels earning advancement, self support, and avoiding reliance on the father before marriage. She urges proving worth for a better position and pay.
A column recounts the Observant Citizen Post contest progress with 1200 answer sets and 60 top contenders. It notes close margins may force prize divisions, and observes more men than women solving certain problems. Nearby items mention Brookline police, fire chief, a Checker tournament at the American House, and local real estate travels to Canada, plus social scenes in Brookline Village and Boston.
In a reflective scene the narrator notes a perfect apartment, a lucky day with winnings through Fairfax, and Marie’s charm as she tends tea by an alcohol lamp. He worries over Jacques the dog and considers getting rid of him despite fond memories and Marie’s sympathetic reactions.
William B Handy recounts finding a bankbook with 9135 at the Automobile Show and returning it to its owners at the International Trust Company. He received two cigars as compensation, noting the reward for returning such property was only two dollars.
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