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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1904
Page
6
The article urges a full turnout at tomorrow's primaries to nominate the best men for city offices. Democrats and Republicans will name street commissioners aldermanic candidates ward council members and other regular nominees, with independents unlikely to win. Voters are urged to perform their duty at the polls.
The editorial argues Russia cannot join a second Hague peace conference while Japan war continues. It notes Czarist policy, Cassini’s vow to pursue victory to the end, and compares Britain and the U S in war. It cites arbitration treaties as a promising path toward preventing conflict.
Secretary Taft’s cable to Governor Wright in Manila demanded a campaign document for immediate use. It depicted a paradise of liberty and prosperity in our satrapy. Native Filipinos sent as commissioners certified the facts to Taft, who pigeonholed the statement and withheld it from publicity.
Governor Wright faces economic ruin. Filipino commissioners urge Taft to suspend a new tax law, saying revenues cannot bear more strain and accusing American rulers of Spanish style control. Recent fighting in Samar leaves 10 Americans dead, total 60 killed in skirmishes.
The Gas Commission plans hearings on Boston gas trust capitalization and Mayor Collins' 80 cent gas petition. The public demands immediate rate relief, as the commission itself faces scrutiny over serving the public versus corporate interests. The focus is on current gas prices, not future capitalization, with procedure deemed secondary to protecting consumers.
A rugged speaker, new to a proposition, describes a strenuous life and constant knocks. He takes pride in enduring abuse and rough treatment, feeling like a skunk when fouls fall, yet smiles at the boys chewing each other and the rough, persistent hustle. He claims resilience and a weary humor about the game’s harshness.
The Vermont Legislature debated capital punishment after Mrs. Rogers of Bennington county enticed and murdered her husband. A bill to abolish capital punishment was rejected by the House, while a special relief bill for Rogers prompted debate on gender and mercy.
Informal farewell for Miss Mary Sanders at New Century building Huntington avenue. Lexington D A R chapter plans meeting on November 29 in Miss Susan Muzzey's home. Cambridge vaudeville show at Aquinas Hall Thanksgiving weekend. Revere School wins diploma for exhibit work. Liberia mission drafts praised by Rev Camphor, and local reminiscences feature Daniel in the lions den joke. Police recounts of Custer battle tale. Bishop Moore discusses Seoul naval action. Donations aid Carney Hospital. Hoffmann Quartet concert highlights Miss Alice Cummings as pianist. Cummings to premiere Lekeu quartet. Lorimer consults over lions den scene for new play. Stoneham fire signal glitch causes alarms. Melrose GOP chair returns to activity after illness. Walking to Boston trend noted. Boston Terrier Club show anticipated with Tinkle and Jo Jo entries.
The Boston Legal Aid Society held its annual meeting noting four years of helpful work. It provides free legal aid to those unable to hire attorneys, helping 500+ people last year and recovering over 4200 dollars for clients among the city’s poor. The quiet, valuable work draws support without ads, and its results speak for itself.
Society note recalls Miss Mary Eustis of Mt. Vernon Street, once a leading debutante, who passed away from pneumonia after a winter season that included teas and a ball. Mentions travel plans to California with relatives, and a wide circle of Boston social figures and events.
A telegram sent to King Edward VII by the British Naval and Military Veterans' Association of Boston on his birthday received a reply through the British consul. The message reads that his Majesty extends sincere thanks for the congratulations, signed Lansdowne.
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