Boston Daily Post circulation figures April 1904 report
The Boston Daily Post reports an April 1904 average of 213157 copies, up 40562 from April 1903, with the Boston Summer Post at 1770 copies, up 25218. W A Grazier, Business Manager, swore to the figures before Justice George F B Kimball on April 30, 1904.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Suffolk
Boston
W. A. Grazier
The
Post Publishing Co
Dail Post
Boston Summer Post
W. A. Grozier
George FB. Kimball
75 Cent Gas Victory and Boston Gas Deal Fallout
Judge Barker rules Massachusetts Gas Companies must deliver cheaper gas, with promises of 75 cent per thousand and even 60 cent expectations as the Boston gas trust faces delays and legal setbacks. Promoters and opponents profited heavily, while the public awaits relief amid disputed fees and ongoing quarrels over the deal’s expensive rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Address at Faneuil Hall Argues for Canada Reciprocity
Mr. Frank K. Foster delivers a pointed talk at a large Faneuil Hall meeting on wage earners in Massachusetts and reciprocity with Canada. He notes laborers face higher food costs under tariffs, slower wage growth, and argues freer trade would lessen the tax on scant earnings. The speaker contends workers suffer more from stand out policy than manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank K. Foster
Faneuil Hall
Massachusetts
Canada
Washington
Foster
Pianos Burned Idea Provokes Charity Suggestion
Philadelphia reports piano men plan a bonfire of old square pianos at Atlantic City during a national convention. A better use proposed is to donate unwanted pianos to homes, schools, and charities to raise funds or provide resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Atlantic City
National Association of Piano Dealers and Piano Manufacturers
Alien Anarchy and Turner Exclusion Debate
The editorial condemns Turner the English Anarchist’s exclusion as lawful yet immoral. It argues immigration authorities acted within law by barring anarchists who threaten government, while defending domestic liberty and humanitarian duty. It warns against cranks from abroad and reiterates exclusion of those tainted by anarchist aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turner
Supreme Court
Canton
Smyrna
Landr
Rooseevelt
England Return Mentioned In Conflict Decision
The text states that he returned to England of his own accord and is not a sufferer of the decision, indicating voluntary action and lack of negative impact from the ruling or circumstance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Red Fox
Money in caucuses and public disclosure in nominations
The measure would require disclosure of caucus and nomination expenditures, extending the publicity rules now applied to elections. It aims to level the playing field by revealing how money influences caucus selection, aiding poorer candidates perceived as better for the public.
Bumble Bee Bristles In Old Time Verse And Jokes
A ragged collection features a humorous rhyme about a cantankerous bumble bee and its bite, followed by a newsy item about a Des Moines Iowa farmer swallowing his false teeth. The piece warns wearers to remove teeth at night and avoid loud laughter. It ends with a light quip about a depleted harem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Press
Lexingon Chapter D A R meeting to hear Mathews on The Citizen Soldier
The Lexington Chapter D A R will gather at Mrs Bordman Hall 73 Mountford street next Saturday evening May 21. General Thomas R Mathews will speak on The Citizen Soldier and a musical program will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Reasonable Care in Rain Delays Duck Hunt Plans
A wife asks if the husband will go to the office in the rain. He responds that he plans to duck hunt next week and worries catching rheumatism now could force him to give it up. The brief exchange captures a domestic moment and a practical excuse.
The Fatal Fender in Boston Tragedies
Three people died in Boston when electric cars struck them as they attempted crossings on Huntington Avenue. The article blames the elevated railway car fender as the killer, noting no criminal negligence by crews and calling the fender a dangerous device that entrapped victims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Lena MacLeod
Huntington Avenue
Alfred Woodward
Fred L. Dillon
Rock Breaker Stanley Buried in Surrey Village Churchyard
The remains of Sir Henry M. Stanley were buried at Pirbright Surrey after a Westminster Abbey funeral service attended by ambassadors and dignitaries. The coffin bore the inscription Bula Matari meaning the rock breaker, a nickname given by African natives. Among pallbearers were Arthur Mountenay Jepson, a Livingstone grandson, Stanley’s former lieutenant, and the Duke of Abercorn, with Lady Stanley leading mourners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Henry M. Stanley
Surrey
Pirbright
United States
Choate
Evans
Westminster Abbey
Stanley
Livingstone
Arthur Mountenay Jepson
Duke of Abercorn
Lady Stanley
GIVES TROUSERS TO GIRLS AND DOLLS TO HER BOYS
Chicago May 17 Mrs Frances Crane Lillie daughter of millionaire Richard T Crane who urged the Hull House Woman's Club last week that girls should be dressed like boys has put her theories to work at home. She built a high brick wall around her house to shield her children from curious eyes and says boys may want dolls and girls may climb trees. She adds that playing with dolls does not prove maternal instinct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Frances Crane Lillie
Richard T. Crane
Hull House Woman’s Club
Modern Solomon Quickly Solves A Poison Problem
In Belleville Illinois on May 17, John A Fletcher faced a poisoning accusation. A plate of beans and a cup of coffee said to be poisoned were offered to him in court. The judge ordered him to eat and drink. he did so and showed no ill effects. Justice Canaday then discharged the prisoner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belleville, Iil
John A. Fletcher
Justice Canaday
Mother-in-law Board Bill Recovered in Harrisburg Courts
In Harrisburg Pennsylvania on May 17 the Rev Ira A MacDonald of Washington borough recovered a court ruling for a board bill covering his mother in law and father in law The decision confirms payment for their wartime lodging or subsistence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Penn
Ira A. MacDonald
Washington Borough
What the Sphinx Says Confessions and Phrases
A scrambled dialogue exchanges lines from CONFIDENTIAL CHATS and characters like Esmeralda and Lycurgus. The piece ponders reactions to imagined romantic prompts in a stylized R-early 20th century tone. It presents flippant banter, mock flirtation, and a punchy closing question about restraint and desire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esmeralda
Lycurgus
Cupid
Bedelia
Mrs Hadleys Statement On Dog Case Letter to the Editor
Mrs Hadley writes to the Post defending actions in a dog case on May 17. She describes recovering a terrier found abandoned on a Brookline car route and taking it to the Animal Rescue League. She asserts the dog was not stolen and notes the dog had no license for three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brookline Huntington Avenue
Irvington Street
Garrison Street
Animal Rescue League
Rowe's Wharf
Boston
Mrs. Hadley
Modern minister must be an all around man says minister
Henry T Richardson at a Berkeley Temple reminiscence meeting urged the minister of today to be an all around man an athlete and worldly to reach the populace He contrasted the old time minister a man of ideals religious and nearly all one sided with the demand for a virile alert minister who understands humanity He left the question of progress open
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry T. Richardson
Berkeley Temple
Had Been Through Them
A terse domestic quip centers on a wife asking how she will pay the newspaper boy and a husband replying there is no change. She retorts that this is not news, noting she already knew the fact. The exchange reflects a wry, everyday humor of scarcity.
False Alarm Involving Policeman And Baby Incident
A terse police report notes a disturbance labeled as a false alarm. An officer questioned a man and a bystander about a suspected explosion, but the situation was resolved with no danger as the parties explained a kiss to a baby caused the confusion.
Fistic champ spotted in carriage amid uproar
A fragmentary report notes a loud exclamation about a boxing champion seen in a car, sparking curiosity and comic confusion among onlookers. No further details available from the readable text.
Beacon election selects BU business manager and aides
The Beacon Boston University student paper held its annual election in the college chapel. Charles H. Moore of Portland, Mo. was elected business manager with James T. Sleeper of Wellesley and Mollie F. Kingsberry of Randolph as assistant managers. Moore is a junior and active in the Beacon Set Club and Theta Delta Chi.
Conquest in Golf Ends with Florence Triumph
Fred Armstrong, hampered by nerves and breakfast ill fortune, battles Florence Weston in a tight eighteen hole match. After a late rally Fred’s final drive falters then Florence sinks the decisive put to win by conquest with the last stroke, leaving him stunned but praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence
Fces
Fred
Fred Armstrong
Coggswell
Williams
Frank Whitcomb
Freddie
City Institutions Open To All Medics Debate
Edward A. McLaughlin representing the Citizens Alliance told the joint committee at a hearing on Boston medical institutions that privileges should be open to students from all colleges chartered by the Commonwealth. Opponents from Tufts Harvard and smaller schools argued for preference for their students while Harvard and Tufts officials expressed concern about impact on standing. The committee reports later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward A. McLaughlin
Citizens’ Alliance
Boston
Joint Committee
Commonwealth
Alpheus Sanford
Horace D. Arnold
Tufts
Harvard
David W. Chever
Morton Prince
Demand for Fumed Oak and Spanish Leather Furniture
The text notes high demand for Fumed Oak and Spanish leather furniture leading to sales ahead of competitors. It introduces Keratol as a cost effective substitute for Cordovan leather, enabling an Arm Chair in Fumed Oak at a low price. The substitution aims to reduce costs and allow broader use in households.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Boston Post
Democratic Paper
New England
Newton Newkirk
the Bumble Bee
Allus
Johnny
Bae Hank Hoskins
S. S
David
Goliath
Tommie Tuff
Dave
Henry H. Dixey
School of English Speech and Expression
Potter Hall
Edwin Star Belknap
Felix Gallipeaux
Vaudeville Theatre
Paris
Harvey Worthington Loomis
Antonin Dvorak
Julia
Lisbon
Portugal
Everett
Blacksmit
F. W. Mathews
Newton Centre
California
Dorchester High School
Harvard Building Association
Dorchester
William J. Hennessey
Thomas J. Gill
Edward F. Blake
Frank v. Niles
Tech
South End
Morrissey
Washington Street
Dover Street
Dorchester Bay
Solomon
Sphinx
Fen
Monk
Boston University
Beacon
Jessie C. Bowman
Brackett Street
Brighton
Maes
Rathskeller
John T. Manning
Ei Inte
Ver
A. Stowell
Ling
Bromfield ST
Bosworth ST
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!