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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1904
Page
6
The Boston Post lists subscription prices: weekly or daily options at various rates. It notes that subscribers must provide current and future addresses, warns against sending cash, and asks for checks or money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company.
The Boston Post lists contact offices at Main 1004, Boston Main 428, 259 Washington Street Boston New York offices. The Post can be found at leading New York hotels. Subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued at expiration without notice. Notify us by mail if not obtainable from Buena dealers or newsboys. B A Grozier editor and publisher.
W A Grosier business manager of the Post Publishing Co sworn before Justice of the Peace that Boston Daily Post circulation in April 1904 was 218 157 copies with 562 more than April 1903. The average circulation and Sunday average are stated. signed by W Grozier and George B Kimball.
The piece lauds Japan's rapid rise in military prowess, noting the Japanese army's adaptation of European models and modern warfare tools. It contrasts Japan's swift progress with Russia's traditional approaches, asserting Japan's capability to push Russia from Manchuria and outpace its entrenched defense.
Western Union ends collection and distribution of horse race reports signaling its separation from outlawed poolrooms. The move, praised as a stand for law and public morality, follows threats of criminal action by New York officers and is hailed as a notable corporate moral triumph by District Attorney Jerome.
A legislative proposal to relieve the metropolitan district of Boston from coal smoke remains on track to begin next January. The plan promises gradual reform to spare smoke producers, with strong insistence that the nuisance created by last year's coal strike be abolished at once and forever. Public buildings and monuments already show defacement as winter air seals end and the season opens. The measure aims to provide enforcement authority and ensure the nuisance is abated.
A historic note indicates the bicycle railway company, once granted privileges, faced lapsing after failure. The discussion suggests no objection to continuing the privilege despite the lapse, signaling a potential reinstatement or renewal of the project.
The article notes Hon P Moody Boynton seeks an 18 month window to construct 20 miles of a bicycle railway, arguing rapid transit progress mirrors prior advances like electric cars in Boston and turbine engines on ships. It urges Senate approval after swift House passage, claiming public interest and potential epoch making impact.
The piece compares military budgets across Britain, Austria-Hungary, and the United States. It notes Britain’s people fret over navy costs, Austria-Hungary budgets $94.8 million for arms, while the United States plans $316 million for military and naval expenses. It argues the US burden is high relative to its smaller standing army and lower war risk.
A bill in the House would license barbers, fund three examiners with a per diem, and require a state issued card to practice. It imposes a $100 fine for uncertified shaving and declares mimicry of self service a misdemeanor, attracting strong opposition as excessive paternalism.
Representative Quinn of Boston moved to reconsider the vote on a bill about employment or intelligence offices. The bill would deny returning registration fees to male applicants for professional, executive, or technical roles, with labor groups opposing over broad terms. Several representatives argued pro and con, seeking attorney general opinion, postponement, and changes to the enacting clause.
John B. Fitzpatrick, a building inspector, was formally discharged following a May 7, 1904 hearing. Mayor Collings sustained Mulcahy’s charges and the commissioner's recommendation for discharge.
Richard Strauss, back in Berlin from a U S tour, calls Chicago second best and praises the music life there over New York, saying Boston pleases him most musically among American cities despite Chicago’s strong promise.
Chicago May 18 The Rev H M Turner senior bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church declared that God never made a white man and that in early wanderings all humans were black but many have bleached over time.
Washington May 18. When Secretary Moody returns to Washington the bureau of equipment will recommend to him that measures be taken by the federal government to secure control over wireless telegraph companies.
A dispatch from the wali of Bitlis in Asiatic Turkey reports that 17 villages in the Sassoun district have been destroyed by Armenian insurgents.
A mix of humorous verse and satire opens with a childlike tale of granpap tickling, then pivots to Uncle Silas deriding autos. The piece parodies fashion trends with jokes about canes, rubber handles, vests, collars, and neckties, closing with fashion advice and cautions about color contrasts.
The scene features Milford Millington abducting Paulina Pippington until Lawrence LeMasters intervenes. A hatpin stabbing ends the villain’s scheme as Paulina and LeMasters embrace. Umbrella fashion and parasol tips punctuate a column on women’s accessories and attire.
The Observant Citizen column notes Fernando Arbos, concertmaster of the Symphonic Orchestra, will not return next season and will resume his post as professor at the Royal College of Music in London. His successor not yet chosen. rumors of Franz Kneissel returning are unlikely due to his planned brief concert tour.
The FAIR Captain politely asks Mr Rooter to step back after he has swallowed three balls, leaving one last ball to finish the game. The moment captures a quirky onfield exchange amid a tense late stage.
A new teacher Miss Danforth proposes a garden project to beautify a bare school yard. Principal Mr. Herrick cautiously endorses the plan while colleagues warm to the idea, observing her tact and growing enthusiasm from students and staff alike. He increasingly participates, even arranging weekend drives for plants.
Eugene F Ware, long serving pension commissioner since 1902, is noted as an independent Republican. Born 1841, Civil War veteran, Kansas Senator, and pen name author Tranquill. Also mentions Czar and Czarina language use, Nansen temperance in expeditions, and other brief items.
F Clarkson, representing several New Zealand papers, tours the United States and visits Washington. He calls the city the most beautiful he has seen since arriving in the country and says he is studying municipal government to write on the topic for his home papers.
The Post Letter Box invites readers to argue whether a boy’s life is worth twice a girl’s. Judge Adams valued Evan Eastwood at 6000 and Ella Verpupp at 3000, citing earning differences. A 5 dollar prize awaits the most convincing submission from juries of parents.
A reader argues that women workers earn half what men do for similar work. The ordinary girl makes 5 to 7 dollars a week in shops or factories and spends most on fashion, leaving little to support her parents. The ordinary boy starts low at work and, after years, earns about 10 dollars weekly, enabling him to help his parents more. The writer concludes a boy is worth financially twice a girl. Address: 44A Hale Street.
The note presents a quotation by Edward H. Lloyd asserting boys are superior to girls in certain traits. It includes his address at 74 West Cottage Street, Roxbury, and comments on girls imitating boys but lacking curiosity and egotism in work.
Letters from readers argue whether a boy's life is worth more than a girl's. Mrs Murphy defends sons and supports widowed mothers, while Mrs Mallia and Mrs Howard challenge the notion, saying girls earn, children matter, and boys' worth is not fixed.
Boston jury of women selects W H Goodall of 35 McLean Street for best letter on the hat and divorce issue. His winning note argues a husband should concede small requests to avoid harming his wife, urging that a divorce be granted if her life is made miserable by taunts.
After a year ending with a vacancy, teachers urged Mr Herrick to influence the school committee for Miss Danforth. He hesitated and hinted of another position for her while Miss Hayes offered lighthearted encouragement. A town paper later ran a personal item about Miss Danforth.
The judge who heard the original case also believed the wife entitled to divorce, a detail the Post had previously omitted.
Danforth has refused the advanced position offered her in the Harrison school and has accepted the even more important post as Mr Herrick's personal assistant for life. Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes are extended by their many friends.
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