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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1904
Page
6
Boston residents are assured Mayor Collins will persistently urge the 80-cent gas petition before the Board of Gas Commissioners. The mayor represents all citizens, claiming 80-cent gas as a public welfare gain and crediting the action to his alert leadership in seeking relief from the Dingley tariff era.
The dynamite transport case in Boston Municipal Court was dismissed on a technicality, with a grand jury to review. The Melrose explosion raised questions on municipal enforcement and police vigilance. Meanwhile Governor-elect Douglas faces national attention as a potential 1908 Democratic presidential figure, with talk of him as a progressive reformer and unlikely shoemaker president.
Governor Bates proclaims Thursday November 24 as a day of thanksgiving and praise. The text lauds harvest abundance peace goodwill education law moral living labor opportunity and religious spirit, urging charity and kindness for those in need as the Commonwealth joins in gratitude.
The Independent Voter notes a high turnout for governors Folk Missouri Toole Montana Johnson Adams and Douglas amid Roosevelt victory. Local factors drive splits with Peabody’s Cripple Creek strike, Nordic ethnic preference in Minnesota, and anti ring reform in Missouri. Montana outcomes remain to be seen.
As Thanksgiving football excitement peaks Yale meets Princeton at Princeton Stadium with Harvard and Dartmouth implications in the broader rivalry. The outcome signals potential shifts in the Ivy League standings and builds suspense ahead of the New Haven showdown.
At the New England Association of School Superintendents meeting at the Latin School in Boston the age of admission to primary school was hotly debated. Providence Superintendent W. H. Small condemned placing nursery duties on teachers and argued against children as young as zero to 21 attending school in their town or city. The afternoon session elected officers and a 7-member executive committee: President B. B. Russell, vice president Payson Smith, secretary A. C. Thompson, auditor E. L. Silver, with H. W. Lull, A. D. Call, H. P. Lewis, and W. D. Parkinson on the committee.
Captain Joseph G. Eaton may be ordered to return the silver loving cup given by officers and crew of the Massachusetts when he relinquished command. A complaint has been filed regarding accepting a gift from subordinates and the Navy Department is investigating. The cup may be returned but could be given back after Eaton retires from active service due to age.
A reflective verse fragment recalls a woman’s tender good-night kisses and prayers for her beloved. The speaker laments late realization of the value of her care and guidance, wishing spiritual aid to avoid sin and ensure his prospering and blessing.
Chicago beer takes top prize at the St Louis exposition. Milwaukee mourns a bereavement as the city hears of the loss and gains broad sympathy.
Local notes describe a surge of mail at the post office, street repairs, an auto near miss with a dog, and mild winter forecasts. Citizens report travel to New York on business and good weather for fall work. A long comic tale on the highway features a boy and a deadpan town reporter, ending with Nero joking about a fire and insurance as a riotous fiddle plays.
A playful verse about Peter the pumpkin eater and his wife. The spoof highlights failed baking attempts and domestic mishaps in a humorous nursery rhyme style.
Tomorrow afternoon at 3 45 o clock the Stabat Mater by Rossini will be rendered by the Phillips Congregational Church choir. Soloists include Mrs Robert N Lister soprano from Piedmont Church Worcester Mrs Homer E Sawyer contralto from Commonwealth Avenue Baptist Bruce Hobbs tenor from Copley Square Second Unitarian and Charles Delmont basso from Columbus Avenue Universalist.
Observant notes cozy anecdotes about Mrs Johnsons fountain and horse travelers, forecasts a winter storm, and mentions rising European passengers at Christmas. It cites the McMurray fund reaching $8000, debates Gastons nomination and Douglass appeal, honors Jacob Morse, and records Brookline suffrage and Watertown KOC mock trial.
Want to escape plain coats and find variety in color and design for men and boys. Tourists single or double breasted overcoats priced from 12 to 30 dollars offer half belts and rain proof options. Shoes for boys priced 1.50 to 2.00 dollars claim to be the strongest for young wearers.
Society notes highlight the Boston Terrier Club show opening Wednesday in Mechanics Hall as the largest of its kind in the country. Club president Dr George P Morris and Mrs Morris are abroad on a bridal tour. officers Walter Stone and George B Doyle oversee arrangements. Attending exhibitors include Miss Alice Brownell Providence Dr F G Osgood and several Davises and Lawsons. High society residence moves are noted including the Robt Washington B Thomas family plans and a new West Manchester residence by Lester and Mrs Leland. Mrs R Frederick Taylor hosts a Worcester reception for Miss Helen Taylor this afternoon from four to seven, with hundreds of cards issued for the event.
A 23 year old girl asks Miss Champagne how to win a shy suitor whose sister is her friend. The adviser warns against hasty moves, suggests gentle friendship, and proposes telling the sister to gently relay feelings. She notes past rejection may require patient, subtle pursuit and a hopeful but calm approach.
A 22 year old man writes about love for an 18 year old woman who refused marriage despite strong feelings and his $20 weekly income. The adviser questions her motives, notes possible reluctance, and warns that persistence may push her to comply, reflecting dated gender assumptions.
A young city worker asks if a near-dinner-hour male friend who visits daily and invited a day outing truly cares for her. The writer seeks guidance on how to learn his feelings and whether going on the outing is wise, noting friends doubt his intent. The response suggests the man may seek to get better acquainted and reserve judgment.
The funeral of Jacob Morse senior partner of Leopold Morse & Co. drew a large Boston attendance from business and public life. Mayor Collins led city officials as Rabbi Samuel Schindler delivered the tribute, and a line of honored bearers included Lewis Hecht Jr., Joseph H. Herrman, Isaac Ratshesky, and Judge Brackett among others. The service took place at the home of his daughter in Brookline.
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