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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1900
Page
4
The legislative committee on manufactures reviews proposed gas rates for Boston. Counsel warn that five cents per thousand cubic feet would ruin local gas companies, but history shows earlier reductions did not end profits. If eighty cents is fair in Haverhill then five cents may be fair in Boston.
Admiral Dewey is celebrated in Chicago with receptions addresses and fireworks marking the Manila Bay anniversary. The events honor the hero while avoiding political entanglement and emphasize his status as a national figure over presidential candidacy.
Mr Herbert L Harding writes to the Transcript arguing the Boston Washington Street subway should serve public convenience, not Elevated Railway profits. He says if the Elevated Company will not lease the new subway, others will take the responsibility to provide transit. If the city proceeds, the subway will be built for people, not the Elevated Company.
Fragment discusses a proposition about how a corporation could dictate forms and halt actions, labeling the idea as preposterous. It appears in a formal discourse on corporate power and regulatory control.
Governor Allen of Porto Rico pardons all subjects connected with election frauds in the Guayama affair. The move comes as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on these cases, a decision that could affect U.S. control of Porto Rico. Pertinent political tension underscores imperial policy and court authority.
The United States Senate is criticized for refusing to consider resolutions expressing sympathy for the Boers in their fight for independence. The author argues public sentiment supports the Boers over British policy and praises Senators Hoar and others who voted to take the resolutions into consideration.
Citizens and merchants in Ottawa rally to aid Hull and Ottawa fire victims. Treasurers Kidder Peabody & Co report prompt donations, aiming to form a substantial nucleus for relief. Despatches from Ottawa officials detail widespread homelessness and loss for workers.
The column reminds townsfolk to care for pets when traveling, notes a decline in cruel practices, and covers assorted Gloucester topics. A comedian Dan Daly’s telephonic buzz and a York Beach railroad injury involving Charles H Emory are mentioned. Readers glimpse postal and publishing activity and local attitudes toward literary visitors.
A lyrical fragment reflects Irish and English life with images of hay work, longing for Ireland, blue skies, money and love, and a refrain about a low south wind. The piece mentions Moira ONeill as the poet.
A collage of stock lines and dialogue from various papers, including jokes about weather forecasts, a theft claim, a bulldog joke, a dentist notice, and reminiscences. The garbled OCR combines quotations and captions across multiple sources without a single cohesive story.
The text presents a breakfast and lunch item list including items like milk biscuit coffee wafers beef à la mock biscuit and creamy desserts. It appears as a dining schedule or meal plan with names fragmented by OCR.
John Hobbs, manager of a newspaper, misreads a social invitation and acceptance from Miss Davenport while mismanaging a rejection to Miss Whitney. A tangled web of letters leads him to realize true love with Mildred Cavert, whom he eventually asks to marry.
Short excerpts review diverse figures: Chief Justice Gordon of Washington plans Aug 1 retirement. Congressman Warner recalls David Davis recognizing Lincoln's genius. Professor Norton recalls Ruskin. Norton may travel to England. Sir George Wolseley to be lieutenant general after Indian service. President Steyn of the Orange Free State is a barrister in London and faces questions over his status while at war with Britain. Steyn reportedly has a large bank fortune in London.
Editors comment on Mr. Bryan not worrying about Grover Cleveland and on Secretary Long as a creditable vice presidential candidate. The U S Supreme Court reverses Michigan's decision that express tax on war stamps was optional, remanding to last resort courts.
Mr. and Mrs. EB A Aldrich of 6 Flint Street Somerville celebrated their golden wedding with an informal reception attended by several hundred friends and neighbors. The couple were married in Providence in 1850 and are connected with Perkins Street Church. Their four children and families joined the celebration along with relatives from several cities.
In the basement of Jordan Marsh Co. a collection of kitchen furnishings and pantry knick knacks is noted. The business shows monthly growth and patrons are encouraged to investigate the reasons behind the rise.
A cash sale lists nickel plated copper kettles at 69 cents, kitchen cabinets from 4 50, and stag handled carvers at 1 50 per pair. Universal Choppers, Bissell’s cleaners at 1 95, and an entire stock from A Peterson at 40 cents on the dollar. Water coolers 1 96 to 2 50, dish covers up to 4 00, handmade vegetable cutters, hot water tanks, and fancy ice cream moulds offered at reduced prices.
Advertises Electric Blue Flame Oil Stove at 9.50 regular price and 6 95 sale. Special Cute Gas Stove with oven and two burners at 5 75. Refrigerators over 3.50 to 125. Hardwood refrigerator with ice chamber features and low price 12.00. Holdy Ranney Wilke's Porcelain lines offered.
Trunks described include canvas covered steamer trunks with Excelsior locks and linen lining. Poopereeree canvas covered traveling trunks with iron bottoms and steel corner knees. grain leather traveling bags with English style hand stitched frames. sole leather dress cases with double steel frames and leather lining. Prices noted as 34 inch sizes and 50 cents extra for leather lining.
A Providence maker offers a vast assortment of sterling silver items at deep discounts. Sample lines list manicure pieces, pocket comics, stamp boxes, cream jars, bells, and more priced 10 to 39 cents, including scent bottles, whistles, and small frames.
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