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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1901
Page
8
Boston consumers complain of rising gas charges and deteriorating quality. Many say even the better gas at $1.50 per 1000 feet would be cheaper than the diluted gas they receive at 75 cents per 1000 feet, and charges are said to be higher than ever.
In Boston, hotel and business operators led by Brigham’s Hotel manager Mr Murray speak out on arbitrary gas billing and poor light. Complaints target meter changes without notice and bills for days with minimal use, urging city officials to curb price and improve quality through public hearings.
A newspaper recounts the first tramp to ride the new L line. The rider sneaks aboard at Sullivan and Dudley streets, describing the ease of boarding and a rough ride into the train shed. The account includes other riders, their demises, and a nervous narrator bragging of the theft after a night on the car.
Denver police battle to bar women from saloons as a suit seeks to halt arrests arguing equal rights for women. The injunction request concentrates on police boards enforcing saloon closures in a submerged district.
Mrs Josephine Curtis Woodbury sues founder Mary Baker Eddy for 150000 in a Boston libel case set to show the origins and beliefs of Christian Science. About eighty witnesses, including former church leaders, will testify as the six week trial unfolds beginning next week in the city.
The Norwegian bark Cambusdoon, Captain Saxegaard, after 101 days from Singapore, arrived in Boston Harbor with Oriental goods. It sighted an unnamed wooded island about 100 miles from Tribel Island, circled within a mile to avoid shoals, and reported the area before Manila voyage updates.
The schooner Gossip from Banks Harbor arrived with what is described as the largest fresh fish haul in history. Captain Agiene Courent of the Gossip is noted, with 204,435 pounds total and 151,000 pounds cod, raising hopes of a $400 split among twenty-one men.
Laborers' Union No. 15 held a meeting in Garfield Hall yesterday to denounce Mrs. Jack Gardner. They claim she planned to import tradesmen to work on a project and to pressure officials to grant permission for the work.
Moses T. Hale and Charles B. Smith, once city official, faced embezzlement charges in Colorado Springs. Bail set at 10,000 each, trial slated for September. Investigators link Smith to auditing failures, while a 30,000 deposit in a local bank may be used to cover shortages. District Attorney Black says no politics involved.
Tension rose as the Bonnie Burn Golf Club planned a Memorial Day tournament in Chelsea, provoking opposition from the local G A R. Colonel Barton of Massachusetts said the day should honor heroes and not be treated as a sporting holiday. He will give the Memorial Day address in Lexington next Thursday.
In New York on May 13, the thirteenth anniversary of the American Sabbath Union was marked by a Calvary Baptist Church service. Rev Dr George C Lorimer urged rest from the busy culture, condemning Sunday entertainment and urging reform for workers and stage actors while calling for a more restful, worshipful Sabbath. He warned against athe re S Sunday life dangers and pleaded for churches to uphold Sabbath sanctity.
May 2. The three day debate on revision of the creed and confession of faith resumes tomorrow morning. The key question is whether the majority report should be adopted as is. Supporters of a new creed and moderates clash over whether to adopt a brief summary or a broader reform.
At Minot Hall yesterday the Hebrew Industrial School of 17 Allen Avenue held its graduation and exhibition. Several hundred attendees watched sewing, dressmaking, millinery, and needlework displays while readings and music entertained. Mrs. H Hecht received flowers and was praised for her work. the school plans to have its own facility by June 9. Solomon Schindler, Max Michel, and Mr Cohen attended, with Miss Goldie Bamber leading the program.
The former governor John R. Tanner was buried in Springfield Cemetery with state and church rites. The ceremony reflected his long service and held a subdued, respectful tone honoring his public life and contributions to the state.
The Constitution leaves Newport to dry sails after Saturday downpour. At 11 a.m. it returns to anchorage after a broad reach to Prudence Island. Vice Commodore August Belmont and Joseph Harriman aboard, Nat Herreshoff visits, plans set for bay runs later in the week. Moorings at Brenton's are replaced with Goat Island mooring.
Police officers from Station 4 raided House 81 Harrison Avenue last night and arrested three individuals for gambling related offenses while confiscating gaming implements. One suspect was taken into custody for being on watch during the incident.
Fragments describe health concerns and weather changes with hints of spring warmth. Mentions of councils, winds, and seas appear amid garbled phrases suggesting a brief period of ill health and a shift toward sunnier days. The text is highly fragmentary and unclear.
Vermont overcame Burlington in a tight 11 to 5 score. The report notes a rare lead by the foe and an abrupt finish, highlighting the surprising result for local readers.
A speech titled Social Servant Types was delivered addressing the Social Service Temple Adath Torah on a theme week, outlining roles and duties within community service. The talk highlighted civic involvement and faith based service, inviting audience reflection and participation.
In West Florida the cottage of the D'Ormond Fuller opera company was the scene of a fatal tragedy last night. Miss Ines Leonard and Edgar Beaucligh, members of the company, were involved. Beaucligh allegedly shot Miss Leonard and then killed himself with a rifle found in the room. Manager D'Ormond reported no known quarrel prior to the incident.
Three year old Maria tern of 73 Sterling street Roxbury jumped from a two story window in her sleep during a dream and fractured her leg. She was found by a station 10 officer, taken to City Hospital where her condition was reported as comfortable the next day.
In Columbia South Carolina Senators McLaurin and Tillman plan a test for the long term with a tacit accord. Four candidates Latimer Henderson Johnston and Jones vie for the vacant unexpired McLaurin term as Tillman may seek re election. The Governor may appoint seven party officers amid pressure over propriety.
A Lowell, Lawrence & Hoa Street electric car struck a man and a child between Haverhill and Lawrence. The man suffered three broken ribs and possible internal injuries. the child was frightened but not seriously hurt. They were taken to General Hospital where the injured man remained unnamed.
May 26. In Francisco, Ro Hislop a 13 year old boy was murdered by burglars at his father’s residence. He was alone in bed when the attackers, fearing an outcry, repeatedly struck him on the head with a blunt instrument. They fled the hall and escaped with little of value.
A British agency reports that rumors of major losses by the Emperor, Germany, and royal families are unfounded. Investigators say the claims are baseless, with corroborating input from officials and financiers. the story labels the rumors as unauthorized speculation.
A fragmented report notes a memorial gathering in Paris with references to a Memorial Hall and attendees including a lawyer named Henry A and other unnamed participants. The text is garbled but indicates a formal remembrance event.
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