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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1906
Page
6
A daily issue from Post Publishing Co dated November 2 1906 No 20 Vol 188 lists the Boston office at 259 Washington Street.
The piece argues the Newfoundland fisheries dispute remains unsettled as the colonial government defies the modus vivendi by restricting Newfoundlanders from sailing on American vessels beyond three miles. London orders temper the actions while legal questions hinge on imperial authority, with 600 fishers displaced if the bait act is enforced.
A legislative committee hears testimony from assessors about evasion of taxes on personal property. Officials report large portions remain hidden, with estimates of up to 75 percent in some districts. The Post argues for applying the assessment at the point of transmission in Probate Court, via inheritance tax, as the only effective remedy.
The death of Congressman Hoar ends a month of confinement to his bed due to an obscure illness that resisted medical care. He came from a prominent Commonwealth family known for public service and intellectual achievement.
The text notes Hoar’s prominent place in judiciary and national leadership, describing the late United States Senator Hoar from Massachusetts and his son who served in the House while the father sat in the Senate. It urges voters to weigh this succession carefully in the upcoming district race.
Secretary of State Root spoke for President Roosevelt in Ithaca, denouncing Hearst as unfit for governor and urging honest labor and capital to back just laws. The unusually direct administration intervention signals anxiety about New York’s Tuesday election and ties to Tammany Hall influence.
New York on November 1. Estimates clash as parties project votes for Hearst and Hughes. Republican W L Ward predicts Hughes will win New York state by at least 175000, possibly over 260000. Democrat Charles F Murphy expects Hearst plurality in Greater New York between 0 and 100000, with New York and Kings counties leaning strongly for Hearst.
Chicago Nov 1 George Ade denied a report that he is engaged to actress Helen Hale calling the tale a wilful misrepresentation and likely started by someone seeking to damage her standing in the theater profession.
The Post will display advance pages of The Thinking Machine Sunday Magazine on its circulation bulletin board due to strong reader demand. The move allows curious readers to view installments before the regular publication date.
The poem contemplates a love that hides from common sight and worships a sacred inner image. It contrasts aloof, idealized affection with shared, life embracing love that endures even death when happiness remains.
Judge Weaver frees Helen Crosby from a $19,000 breach contract suit by Gossard Corset Co. over a concave corset design. He rules the shape of a corset must fit the wearer and declares the case a matter of form rather than fault, noting no woman should be forced to wear an ill fitting corset.
The column recounts light local gossips from Boston and suburbs including a sneezing incident on a crowded streetcar, Roosevelt's turkey hunt mention, civilian arrivals from England, naval promotions, and notes on milk pricing, quoit players, basketball plans, and Halloween gatherings across Dorchester, Newton, Melrose, and Watertown.
The article recalls George Bailey a Republican city committee secretary who quietly wed last Monday. It notes a prank on club members, the marriage, and plans for revenge on his return from the honeymoon. It also mentions Hebrew orator Joh Abraham Alpert’s popularity at a Revere House meeting.
A reader asks if eloping with a man she met at work is wise. Mildred Champagne counsels getting better acquainted first, noting that an honest suitor invites public celebration with friends and relatives rather than secrecy.
A reader describes heartbreak after a failed affair and asks for guidance. The adviser urges active distraction through new activities and social engagement to bury sad memories and avoid dwelling on misfortune, warning against brooding as deadly. The tone reflects a midcentury advice column urging practical action and resilience.
Beatrice urges Claude to consider the moral aspect of wealth amid danger as she fears sudden death and social disgrace from worldly riches in a tense exchange.
Mr Pig questions why the hill poet writes of Beautiful Roses while shunning cabbages and potato peelings. The exchange highlights a playful debate over what constitutes true beauty and taste.
Stanley Wales, obsessed by a magazine illustration of a girl, traces her to a dry goods store and pursues a romance with the neckwear clerk. He learns the girl is studying the life of an American shop girl for a book, and her kin says Dorothy Starling may return from Europe next week.
Fred J. Lewis of Washington formerly with Randliff é Motor Company stands trial in Superior Criminal Court on larceny charges for allegedly taking a $3000 automobile. He had sold a machine and was owed $80 commission when he borrowed a car to show a customer and did not return it.
The Hon. John O'Neil in his first jury trial acquits Cornelius Moriarty John Griffin and Charles McAdam charged with involvement in a Kingsman robbery on Warrenton Street September 22. O'Neil partnered with Michael Creed in the defense.
The filed will of Lucy Randal leaves the residue of her estate, estimated at about $8800, to the Burnham Home for Aged Women.
President Pritchett of MIT notes New York civil service exam results. Out of 65 successful college men, 14 were MIT graduates, the largest single-institution share. Many exam-takers came from practical experience. results reflect the quality of technical instruction and training across institutions.
In Superior Court Judge Bond hears a claim that six Italians are anarchists who would take up arms, yet US District Attorney Ham says no law can reach them. Names include Pasquale Di Sussa, Francesco Di Chicco, Luigi Gallano, Pasquale Sammato, Joseph Genare, John Rossa, Francesco Franchise. Sammato admits American citizenship but his stance challenges allegiance. Ham notes no law exists to prosecute them unless they openly boast of overthrowing the government.
Welcome arrivals include Mr and Mrs Joseph Clark Grew returning from Cairo and Liverpool aboard the Oceanic with Mrs Grew’s family ties noted. Mrs Josiah Bradlee arrives from Europe aboard the Caronla while Miss Elsie Bacon visits Mrs Edward Bowditch in Albany. Mr and Mrs Charles F Lyman return to Longwood after Dover season as do Mr and Mrs Benjamin H Dorr who plan to winter at Dover. Debutantes Miss Mary Fay and sister Mrs Frederick L Dabney are highlighted along with Mrs Dabney’s notable St Botolph portrait display. The piece notes the death of Mrs William C Houston and condolences to her daughter Mrs John Fairchild of Milton.
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