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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1907
Page
6
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Speaker Cole warned the House that reaching prorogation by June 8 requires ending the postponement of measures under consideration. He delivered the sharp call from the floor, noting June 8 is not fixed and urgent public matters demand deliberation, not rushed action.
The Worcester meeting opens the season with Dartmouth atop the standings after preliminaries. Shaw of Dartmouth possibly sets a world record in high hurdles while Amherst and Brown both hold eleven wins, Williams nine, and Tech eight. Final outcomes awaited with interest.
The bill, approved by the ways and means committee, would impose a two cent tax on each share traded whether domestic or foreign. It argues the levy is not burdensome to business and will raise considerable state revenue, citing New York as an example. No industry or wage-earner would pay any amount.
The Finnish women deputies plan to push civil marriage equal wages for same work and equal rights for illegitimate children. They seek abolition of liquor sales and old rules such as teachers needing Czar permission to avoid gender constraints. Men pledge to back most aims though alcohol stance remains uncertain.
The Highway Commissioners face criticism for delaying promised public hearings on lower telephone rates and service. Critics accuse the commission of tolerating silence while alleging the telephone trust may revise rates as a sop. The statute requires hearings, and officials insist on open public discussion with the corporation holding valuable franchises.
A legislative report and draft bill propose easing Sunday restrictions, expanding after 2 pm recreation and local control. The measure steps toward a general liberal framework but remains a detailed, unstable catalog of permissible activities and hours, likely to require retinkering.
The Observant Citizen reports the The Theatrical Managers Association held its final season meeting with a dinner at Shirley Club Point Shirley. The article notes other city happenings including a Cambridge wheeler’s injury and police interactions.
On May 25 a curious footnote claims Kirby Smith’s late Civil War actions, including a Brazos Santiago clash and a Texas escape to Mexico. The piece recounts Union forces surprised, Smith’s retreat, and a late surrender followed by a moral about names split in two.
In this tale from LOOKING BACKWARD Captain Shedd Gore the retired pirate imagines reliving youth then opens a Bowdoin square saloon. Relentless Rube the Yellow Yegg exacts vengeance by poisoning free lunch soup with Gold Cure, turning patrons teetotal until they drink cold water and misery follows. The next installment promises pirate mate John.
Cynical Cynthia, a chiropodist, claims she prefers gloves cleaned with gardens. She quips that smells from the gloves announce her presence, as if she has been out automobile riding.
A humorous letter debates the mystery of why a hen crosses the road. It references Rev Dr William J Long, Roosevelt, and theories by Platonic and naturalist figures, inviting readers to weigh in on the roosters wife crossing question with a playful arbitration.
Dr D Ope returns to Harrison avenue Massachusetts after a week in the Hub with a bold forecast for Saturday May 25. The omen targets those who ignore their beans and those who skip a barber visit at night. A penny received in change today is deemed lucky for a future bluff at the collection box tomorrow.
Mrs. La Mance, famed gardening writer, admits no method keeps stray cats from flower beds. The piece humorously presents 18 rules, including crude remedies like pinning the cat and burying it deep, with a note to ensure the cat isn’t a neighbor’s pet.
London May 24 The third of a series of entertainments marking the Lincoln season was held at Dorchester House. Ian Ambassador and Mrs Reid entertained the Duke and Duchess of Connaught with Prince Arthur and Princess Patricia of Connaught attending the dinner.
Mme Grace Koenig of Brookline and Paris will wed Joseph Story Fay Jr of Commonwealth Avenue Boston. The ceremony takes place at the bride’s sister Mrs Edward C Ellis 69 Monmouth Street Longwood residence.
Mme. Koenig formerly Miss Grace Ely sister of F W Ely, a prominent musician in New York and Paris. The groom, well known in business and social circles, is her cousin. Both have prior marriages and one child each. Mme. Koenig was widowed about three years ago. The Rev. R H Howe will perform the ceremony at the Church of Our Saviour with only immediate relatives present.
War ren liner Michigan from Liverpool and Dalton Hall from Rotterdam were decorated with streamers at Warren Line docks in Charlestown to mark the birthday of the late Queen Victoria. Captain Fenton said the observance is a simple proper tribute by English ships with English crews. The two ships appeared handsome and attractive at their berths.
William Lamb of Sperkhawk street Brighton, long time Boston plumber, celebrated his 80th anniversary at home after 50 years in business. Born in Phuntersfield England on the same day and hour as Queen Victoria, he received friends and former associates throughout the day.
In a small town three women vie for a single library post. Miss Conway, the aging music teacher, wins with unexpected support from Mrs. Hartwell and Miss Talley steps aside. Conway then seeks lodging and pays well, securing a quiet room near the library for work.
The Gadfly quotes Mildred Champagne answering readers on whether love truly appears at first sight. She argues that only very young, beautiful women inspire instant romantic heat, while a intelligent man risks being mocked for speaking plainly and may seek a more sensible partner who values companionship over looks.
Elizabeth Clark granddaughter of Chelsea's late Mayor Frank B. Fay wed Frank Hamilton Davis in St. Bartholomew's Church New York. The groom is a noted New York businessman.
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