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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1907
Page
6
Daily rates list one year at none, six months at 1.50, three months at 0.75, and one month at 0.25. The Sunday Post costs one year 2.50, six months 1.25, and three months 0.65. Entered as second class matter at Boston, Mass.
The Daily Post offers mail delivery at 25 cents per month in the United States and possessions and 25 cents for the Sunday Post. Address changes allowed, payments in advance, no cash accepted, checks or money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company. Editorial and business offices listed with phone numbers.
The presiding officers of both houses forecast final adjournment a week after the coming Saturday. They seek quick action while noting that quality laws matter more than haste as five months should suffice to frame statutes for the seven months ahead.
The Senate and House are urged to concur in extending Moody Boynton's time to complete his bicycle railway charter. The bill would prolong the old charter for two years, during which 20 miles of track must be built, a deadline deemed reasonable and potentially worthwhile if the project delivers as claimed.
The anniversary of Mrs. Julia Ward Howe is publicly recognized as fitting for her long life of 88 years. She stands without equal in the nation, linking past and present and shaping higher ideals, humanity, and better conditions, while maintaining a respected leadership role.
An echo of jubilation over the Carnegie Institute's opening in Pittsburg follows H C Frick announcing a $10,000,000 Academy of Fine Arts to rise opposite the Carnegie buildings. The rivalry of two billionaires shapes the city as tariffs boost steel and rail profits.
The piece discusses Joseph Chamberlain's forecast of government collapse within two years. It notes the Dublin conference repudiation of the Irish Council bill complicating Birrell's position, and potential cabinet awkwardness for Asquith if the bill advances. Defection by Irish MPs could erode the Liberal majority and end a Bannerman objective.
A Cambridge Sanders Theatre gathering marks the birth centennial of Louis Agassiz. The university hosts a memorial highlighting his role in introducing modern natural history to American science and honoring his enduring influence on students and the field.
The tribute recalls a thinker who lived with Nature as his guiding nurse and who enriched science and public life. His gentle conduct and conscientious work earned him lasting honor in his adopted country and around the world.
The bill expands Sunday recreation and permits outdoor pastime after 2 pm if no compensation is paid, no fees charged, and no private rights are violated. It allows open bath houses, hire of mobility and sport vehicles, free libraries, and museums, aiming to improve health and public welfare.
Rev. C. F. Reisner of Denver told Temple Street Methodist Church that God honors the working class, citing Matthew 11 Come unto me all ye who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. He urged more gospel in church and less fault finding with public men.
Pere Marquette Council Knights of Columbus held a sacred concert in St. Augustine's School Hall South Boston to raise funds for the Columbus Day Nursery on West Fourth Street. William T. Haley directed the show. A June 3 dancing party in Wheelock Hall hosted by Mrs. Goodman and other South Boston Dorchester women is planned.
The Parthenia steam yacht owned by Colonel H. E. Converse has left Baltimore for the Hudson River voyage back north after visiting the Jamestown Exposition. Captain I A Bowman commands a 14 crew. Converse and his family of six accompany the yacht on the return trip and plan a Hudson River run for scenic viewing.
Somersworth N H May 26 The ninth annual meeting and banquet of the New Hampshire branch of the National Letter Carriers Association elected officers President Albert Kb Andrews Somersworth Vice President Thomas J Riley Nashua Secretary W W Kennedy Concord Treasurer I L Campbell Manchester Sergeant at Arms W E Sykes Dover The next annual meeting was set for Nashua June 28 1908
D. C. Johnson started a poultry farm in Iowa fourteen years ago but fell ill with asthma after two years. His wife took over management, built a thriving operation, and earned the title poultry queen of Iowa while Johnson remains too sick to work.
Retired Captain Shedd Gore plots one last pirates cruise with his old crew as Jaundiced John recalls rivalries for a dance with a love who chose wealth over romance. A digression shows John escaping captivity by gnawing through macaroni rope. The piece closes with musings on June brides, motherhood, and a birthday tribute to Julia Ward Howe.
Observations note Memorial Day sermons at Union Church and memorial tablet unveiling for Major Jones. Camden and Newton leaders are praised for public service, with routines in civic, police, theater, and social circles. Several obituaries, illnesses, and travels of prominent residents are mentioned.
A businessman returns to his store and notices defects in cleanliness display sign cards and staff. He learns that people may overlook flaws at home and in others because they tolerate their own faults. The insight shows self awareness as a path to improvement.
A 19 year old asks if he should continue visiting a girl with an 18th birthday three months away after her 80 year old brother forbids it. The adviser urges patience, proposing weekly calls at her home and a heart to heart with the brother to gain goodwill. If the girl confirms genuine feelings or not, the man should seek clarity and avoid creating family trouble.
The Rev. P. F. X. Mulrey delivered a lecture on The Earthquake in Jamaica at St Marys School hall Stillman Street North End last evening before a large audience. He described the calamity with vivid detail and recounted many poignant events from the stricken city. A fine musical program was given by the church choir under organist Miss Mary Bart.
A 22 year old man asks whether to persist in calling on a seaside acquaintance after she rejected marriage, saying only friendship. He asks for guidance from the advice column on how to proceed and maintain contact respectfully.
George A Foxcroft a well known G A R member died at his Winthrop home after heart failure on Saturday night He was born in Boston and was descended from Colonel Francis Foxcroft of King Philip's War He served in the Lynn Light Infantry part of the Eighth Massachusetts Regiment and belonged to several veteran and historical groups including E W Kinsley Post 113 and the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company He held Masonic memberships up to the 32nd degree.
The notice invites enrollments for business and shorthand studies at COMER'S COMMERCIAL SCHOOL located at 120 Boylston Street during the summer term. It highlights flexible scheduling and practical training for office work.
Ruth Bassett recounts a romance in which Jack woos Betty with grand speech at a dinner. He contrasts “delicate and deadly” wine and women with true love. Betty, silent until the moment, finally yields to his hunger and confesses love as the pair share a passionate, transformative kiss.
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