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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1903
Page
11
A dusty tale recounts Stealthy Steve the Six Eyed Sleuth rescuing a doomed railway train. He climbs the locomotive, aims an oil can at the freight, and oils the rails causing the front train to slide back to safety.
The Frost committee's hearings leave the truth doubtful as to Raymond's charges. The panel is criticized for a reluctant, surface-only approach, denying cross-examination and evidence, risking injustice and casting doubt on Senator Foster's innocence.
The Constitution suffers a string of misfortunes as it misses trial runs and faces damage. It was dismasted near Newport, damaged keel on a sunken barge, and, in tests, deemed less capable than the Columbia. Now it lies in City Island mud awaiting repairs.
The passage argues that disasters are due to essential weakness not luck and contends the Columbia class represents extreme practical development. It suggests the old boat may prove safer than the Reliance, having shown superiority over the Constitution.
The author denounces proposed pay increases distinguishing senators from representatives, arguing such discrimination undermines the office’s honor. They urge equal pay, noting legislators are magistrates, not hired hands, and insist the Representative should receive the same compensation as the Senator.
Opinion argues for the people of Massachusetts to decide any constitutional amendments via direct vote. It contends the proposal is harmless, requiring legislative concurrence and a majority at a state election, with ultimate effect via popular vote.
A prolonged dry spell causes alarm across the Central States and Eastern areas with dry baked ground in New York and New Jersey. Farmers fear ruined corn and hay shortages while forest fires rise in frequency. city dwellers hope for timely rains to ease rural distress.
The Boston School Regiment may miss the Hooker parade on June 25 as officers face entrance exams at M I T and Harvard. The high school committee and Lieutenant Governor Guild push a special exam covering topics to allow both Harvard and Tech tests.
General Bancroft has officially accepted the position of grand marshal for the Hooker parade on June 23. His letter to Major William A. Smith expresses gratitude for the committee's unanimous vote and a high honor in being asked to join veteran Civil War soldiers in the event.
Narrative describes Stealthy Steve using an oil can to save passengers when a train encounters darkness and an approaching storm near Pittsburg. The piece hints at continuing adventures and includes satirical comments about aviation and public figures.
Norwich Vermont May 19 Mr and Mrs Eber Clarke are the town s oldest couple. Clarke born August 15 1809 and Mrs Clarke born August 17 1812 married April 15 1880 they moved here sixty years ago and own the village house. He tended a garden last summer and she can do housework and some sewing. A photograph contest is inviting entries with a closing May 6 1903 and the newspaper will announce the oldest couple winner afterward.
The Observant Citizen reports on Eugene Cowles returning from a Pacific coast concert tour to Vermont farmland, plus local quirks from accidental insurance to Handel and Haydn Society elections, police transfers, and Charlestown navy yard moves. The column blends society chatter with civic notices and sports snatches.
In Lowell police court Judge Pickman ruled that the nine gallons of whiskey three gallons of brandy four gallons of gin and two gallons of wine seized from Jeremiah F Murphy and Sumner Williams at their Cabot street drug store were not forfeited to the State. He followed the Ramsdell decision that no definite amount is fixed by law for druggists. Judge Hadley had convicted the defendants previously for keeping liquor without a license and fined them $100.
Louise Hadley, fired from the Hotel English for refusing Booker T. Washington's bed, saw $1043.75 added to her bank as New Orleans citizens sent a $1000 contribution. Total gifts reach $2500 as she faces insults and seeks police protection amid ongoing harassment.
The Massachusetts Old Home Week Association has urged cities and towns statewide to organize for Old Home Week activities, aiming to promote communal celebrations and heritage.
New York May 20 E H Harriman was successfully operated upon today for appendicitis.
A tale of two waists in a wardrobe drama where the embroidered waist derides the Gibson, which stays in the corner with pride. The Gibson recalls a story of a man who found his heart and a woman who wore the Gibson, changing the fate of the mistress and the wardrobe.
The municipal fuel yards proposition failed in the House of Representatives by 111 votes to 64. The two-thirds requirement was not met. The result was met with applause as Mr. Schofield of Ipswich announced intent to move to reconsider tomorrow.
The ad touts Serge Suits from 10 to 18 dollars and Flannel Suits 10 to 22 dollars with extra trousers up to 5 dollars. It claims Adler's ready-to-wear equals tailor-made quality, produced on a large scale to keep prices low and invites comparison.
In Oak Hall Washington and Elm streets the Luce primary election bill drew strong opposition. Debates covered caucus access, poll hours, and the Boston Election Commission's role, with votes on amendments and roll calls before adjournment. Also discussed were the mountain laurel state emblem and park funding.
This afternoon the Boston grammar and primary schools close at 2 30 to allow teachers to attend a mass meeting at Symphony Hall at 3 o clock President Cush ing of the School Board ordered the early dismissal President Eliot will speak at the gathering in Symphony Hall
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