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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1901
Page
6
An editorial contrasts C M Schwab's labor organized vs capital organized guidance, urges fair play and equity for both sides. It notes Bohemian and Berlin strategies against American industry, warns a European tariff league or united bloc cannot easily triumph without military force, and questions practical impact.
The provisional map for new congressional districts preserves county lines and keeps communities together. It yields two Democratic seats for Boston while carving a Republican district, a gerrymander viewed as neat and temporary, with Worcester and Knox margins adjusted.
The National Union of Musicians in Denver declares a campaign to suppress ragtime and promote wholesome music. It urges American Federation of Musicians members to champion works of recognized writers and composers, hoping to educate the public toward a more intellectual musical taste. The writer notes ragtime’s appeal persists and predicts its decline is not imminent.
On the Pacific coast the presidential tour encounters misfortune in Secretary Long’s family and the illness of Mrs. McKinley. The extended trip faces disruption as anxiety grows over the First Lady’s condition, with public sympathy awaiting news of her recovery.
The Cologne Gazette says Europe must curb the United States superior commercial position. It warns the U S is a dangerous competitor to Germany in iron and manufactures as the trade struggle intensifies.
The Boston Post reveals rapid growth with a planned installation of another large press after a recent quadruple press. It notes expansive cellar renovations, broader printing capacity, and higher daily circulation than all New England papers except the Boston Globe, signaling ongoing expansion.
The Observant Citizen says the annual legislative dinner is delayed with no stated reason and may occur near the session’s end. It notes a May 21 Vendome event for Speaker Myers, a bipartisan gathering with no political aims, and mentions baseball ties to the General Court.
Mrs. Mary Dow Peavey of South Boston turns 106 today with a clear mind and thrifty descendants ready to offer congratulations. A note on a Boston police retirement date, a Milton Paige tribute, amateur Clover Club performers, and naval hydrographic reports fill a compact column of late 19th century city life.
Alfred Farlow writes to the Post defending Christian Science after the death of Miss Adelaide Gale from cancer. He recalls her prolonged cancer and treatment, disputes medical examiner statements, and argues for individual rights and acceptance of Christian Science amid controversy. He notes other deaths under medical care and urges broader understanding of the science.
Provincetown Mass May 13 reports on Stub Carter who spent twenty one months in New Haven Jail for refusing to pay a $1 military tax in Ansonia Connecticut. The piece argues such passive resistance challenges war funding and cites the high cost to the town and the principle that governments rest on consent.
A dated household guide outlines meals for breakfast lunch and supper with recipes for hominy griddle cakes cabbage salad and a cold roast beef supper. Contains a home cook’s note attributed to Mrs George Hayes of Bailey Street Everett.
Katherine Grey, heir to fortune, frets over Hal’s jealousy and a new suitor Leonard Howe. When two robbers kidnap and waylay, Kate hides, then races for help atop a broken bicycle pedal. Hal arrives with the sheriff and captures the crooks, pledging lifelong protection.
A Washington Star exchange prompts a query about whether a man intends to write a flattering or coercive profile. The private secretary suggests a revisit to determine if it is delicate flattery or blackmail. The dialogue reflects political pressure and media influence in the capital.
A collage of brief quips and jokes from multiple newspapers. Jokes cover topics from agriculture and medicine to photography and women in architecture, reflecting daily comic style and light social commentary.
A digest lists that Ohio led in reported small pox cases with 1666, followed by Tennessee and Minnesota figures. It notes a Buffalo religious census showing Protestants at 143,616 and Roman Catholics at 108,992. Other items cover church preferences in Canal Street and Delaware Avenue districts, French artillery deployments, and Liverpool youth street traders licensed by city councils with age limits and parental consent requirements.
A golfer at the tee feeds his pleasure seeking mood as his caddies whisper and grin. The uncertain ball lands in a bunker while the men behind him share sly jokes and a wary, knowing glance at each other.
In Boston measures on voting machines and public works pay were debated. The Senate rejected a 5 cent fare bill for railroads and postponed wage and hours changes for public works. Reconsideration on a Gloucester debt limit exemption was denied amid opposition from local leaders.
In the House yesterday Mr Bemis of Foxboro moved for a roll call vote on engrossing the bill on cities and towns to establish bot plants for munic. A 41 to 62 vote refused reconsideration. Bills to be engrossed include a price per 100 feet for coat transfer checks on the Holyoke Panney Company and a charter change for Brockton First Church of Christ, plus incorporation for Mt Wachusett Street Railway Company.
Mr Gardner of Nantucket opposed the rejection of the bill to raise salaries for the county judge and probate registrar. Crosby Arlington Adame Melrose and Saunders Poston spoke against it. Nantucket with 8000 people argued for abolishing Nantucket and Dukes counties to join Barnstable. The bill failed 44 to 8 in rising vote. yeas and nays showed 71 to 8 against rejection.
Mr. Waters of Salem opposes a measure to tax street railways, arguing it is unjust and shifts burdens onto riders and workers amid legislative debate on municipal rail funding.
Reports discuss sharing street costs with utilities limited to a portion. Waters argues taxes on street railways unnecessary. Love defends. Odlin proposes eight hour day for public employees. amendment adopted. Bill to increase Metro Park funding for Nantasket support passes engrossed. Statehouse debate on gas and electric plant purchases tabled for Monday.
Under suspension of the rules a bill authorizes the metropolitan park commission to build bath houses on Nahant Beach from Nahant lands. It would approprate funds for erection of bath houses to be run by the commissioners or leased to others. Mr. Salter of Lynn introduced the measure.
The Senate judiciary committee held a hearing on the orofseky bill allowing Sunday work for Saturday Sabbath observers under certain conditions. Representative Borofsky testified for the bill, which has passed the House. Opponents included Hon. B. B. Johnson of Waltham and Eben Bumstead of Boston. The hearing closed with no committee action.
The Executive Council, advised by the attorney general, granted a further respite at Storti. The extension expires Saturday, May 25, with the council's unanimous vote backing the reprieve.
William P. Connery, the Alderman-elect, received a flood of greetings at Connery's corner, the Wheeler and Pleasant street nexus famed in Lynn politics. He spoke of a busy day and loyal supporters who helped him win, noting Tammany’s role and promising to act right while anticipating lively city council sessions.
A new comet first sighted at Queenstown Australia in April 34 was observed at Lick Observatory in Cal May. It remains fainter than at discovery and will require a telescope for viewing from the northern hemisphere.
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