Labor unions in politics and the American way
The editorial argues against labor unions entering partisan politics in the United States. It cites Europe where unions have political roles, noting wages and conditions there often worsen, while England shows limited success. It contends American unions should keep to nonpartisan action, arguing the American system best serves workers and democracy.
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Mr. Hearst
United States Congress
Italy
Germany
Europe
United States
Chamber of Deputies
Australia
New Zealand
England
House of Commons
Autos in the Parks Accepting Cars in Public Parks
The park commissioners lift early restrictions on automobile use in the park system, deeming it a reasonable and salutary step. The change marks progress toward the dominance of the automobile, shifting from novelty to a common feature of the mechanical age.
Minority representation in Aldermen body debated
The article argues against partisan control of alderman seats, proposing a nonpartisan or proportionally balanced method. It notes the Republican machine’s historic aim to gain excess representation via a partisan Legislature, and introduces a bill in the Legislature addressing this issue.
New Plan Aims Six Republicans on City Board
The text notes a prior failure of a devised scheme to add Republicans to the Board of Aldermen, now proposing six Republicans in a thirteen member board. It questions viability in a heavily Democratic city and predicts the plan will fail as others have.
Boston Letter Says Hospitality Should Stop For Pinoys
Mayor Colling writes to Washington to curb Boston hospitality for Filipino excursionists visiting the city. The piece lauds General Collins for moral courage in setting a precedent, arguing Boston’s famed hospitality has become a ridicule and an easy mark, and that Collins draws the line at Filipinos.
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Boston
Colling
Bureau of Insular Affairs
Washington
Collins
Tragedy at Animal Rescue League over pet dog death
A report criticizes the Animal Rescue League officials for killing Dr. Laura Hughes's pet dog. An officious bystander allegedly took the dog from its doorstep to the society and the dog was killed there. The piece calls for admission of mistake and accountability to restore public trust.
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Animal Rescue League
Laura Hughes
Rescue League
Olneys candidacy growing in favor
New York May 11 Democratic politicians discuss seriously the possible nomination of Richard Olney of Massachusetts by the national convention. They say Olney would unite the party and typify a sane and dangerous Democracy. Republicans with Democratic sources report that after St Louis the Cleveland Parker German Bryan Gray and Hearst factions may unite on Olney. Democrats say they would invest strongly in Olneys chances.
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New York
Richard Olney
Massachusetts
Olney
St. Louis
Cleveland
Parker
Cockrell
Bryan
Hearst
Point of Order Blocks Wachusett Roadways Funding
In the House yesterday Representative Woodward Hubbardston raised a point of order against a 10000 dollar Wachusett Mountain State reservation roadway appropriation. Speaker ruled the bill had no standing as the House had accepted a similar harbor and public lands report, so no legislation is needed and the appropriation will not be made.
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Woodward
Hubbardston
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation
Committee On Harbors and Public Lands
Whist Party Aids Working Boys Home In Boston
A well attended whist and dancing party was held at the Catholic Union hall in aid of the Working Boys Home by South Boston ladies. Many guests wore elegant costumes. Maternals included Mrs. William J. Kelly and others. Dancing was helmed by Frank Stout with assistants including T. Frank Nicholson and John Thornton.
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Catholic Union
South Boston
Oine
William J. Kelly
C. James Connolly
L. Koff
O. E. Burdick
J. McMorrow
J. Coveney
William Dooley
M. Downey
E. Fitzgerald
J. Murray
Frank Stout
T. Frank Nicholson
John Thornton
Herbert Callahan
D. W. Creed
James Nicholson
John Tobin
Melrose Voters Call West Roxbury Pastor
The First Universalist parish of Melrose voted unanimously to call Rev. Harold Marshall of West Roxbury to be pastor, succeeding Rev. A. J. Torsleff who resigned months ago. Marshall recently returned from Porto Rico. Rev. O. Howard Perkins of New Bedford declined the offer.
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Melrose
First Universalist
Harold Marshall
West Roxbury
A. J. Torsleff
Marshall
Porto Rico
O. Howard Perkins
New Bedford
Cantata Joan of Arc staged at Melrose Highlands Church
The cantata Joan of Arc the Maid of Orleans was performed before a large Melrose audience at Melrose Highlands Congregational Church under Professor Charles E. Wilson. Principal artists included Mrs John F. Rood, Albert P. Briggs, Robert Bruce, Miss Mabel McLean, Mrs Winthrop Messenger, Albert W. Snow, and Misses Bertha Segrid Swenson Mabel McNeil Blanche Brickett, with a chorus of over 100.
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Melrose
Joan of Arc
All Sorts by Newton Newkirk Maying Verse
A playful verse fragment shows two figures strolling through scented woodlands in May. Animal calls mingle with lighthearted dialogue as the speaker recalls strolling together and the cheer of spring.
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Newton Newkirk
Baseball Talks to Amateurs
A vivid look at the catcher’s hard life behind the plate, his gear, nerve, and the constant danger as he blocks and palms balls at high speed. The piece blends sport lore with a visual depiction of catcher’s stance and the toll of frequent impacts. It shifts to a comic aside on women and snakes, recounting Mrs. Harold Burnett’s divorce suit over her husband’s snake obsession and a judge’s ruling that real snakes do not constitute grounds for divorce.
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Harold Burnett
Coney Island
Mr. Burnett
D. T
Eve
Garden of Eden
Leroy-Beaulieu Lecture at Sanders Theatre on Socialism
M Anatole Leroy-Beaulieu delivered the eighth lecture in his series on Christianity and democracy at Sanders Theatre yesterday. The talk, titled Le Christianisme et le Socialisme, argued socialism and extreme democracy clash with Christianity because they rest on principles and spirit of war rather than peace and charity.
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M. Anatole Leroy-Beaulieu
Sanders Theatre
Observant Citizen notes city life and local feats
The column relays a collage of Boston area items. C H Paine travels aboard the Ivernia with world water bottles, Alderman Bresnahan rescues a woman during a Lincoln street fire, and Harvard track plans shift to Newton coach Garcelon for a Philadelphia meet.
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C. H. Paine
Ivernia
Mr. Paine
Harvard
John Graham
William F. Garcelon
Church Street
Newton
Philadelphia
Yale
Garcelon
Vermont National Guard to join Manassas maneuvers
Burlington Vermont May 11 The Vermont National Guard a regiment of infantry will participate in summer war maneuvers at Manassas Junction. Acceptance was sent to General Corbin today.
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Manassas
Burlington
Vermont National Guard
Manassas Junction
Corbin
Winter Specials In Our Section For Friday Only
The advertisement lists writing paper legal size envelopes pit game duck belts suit cases and light weight sanitary belts with prices many glove items in kid Milanese Lisle and Lisle gloves priced low for a one day sale reflecting a mid 20th century catalog style with bold bargains and limited availability.
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New England
High Roller Pleads for a Bird Dealer Wordplay
In a snappy exchange, a speaker jokes about pronunciation and finding a swear word while addressing a chorus of family members. Uncle Hi asks Aunt Mirandy about enjoying waves and suds, evoking memories of washing day and staying sane. Hoots offers sympathy to the elder man.
New York Stock Exchange Seat Sold For 60500
The seat of H. Archie Pell on the New York stock exchange has been sold for 60500, about 5500 below the last price for a stock exchange membership.
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N. Y. Stock Exchange
New York
H. Archie Pell
New York Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange
Lobster Salad Lunch Mention Causes Tense Exchange
Mr Johnsing confronts Mr Hoopah about a lobster salad rumor involving Miss Jackson. The exchange centers on a perceived insult and a claim of shared luncheon details. The moment captures a sharp confrontation in a formal setting.
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Mr. Johnsing
Uncle Hank and Snobly Farewell Exchange
A brief dialogue ends with a cordial yet quirky exchange as Uncle Hank says goodbye and Snobly counters with a witty blessing for luck if they do not meet again.
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Hank
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