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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1904
Page
6
Salem D Charles is renominated by a wide margin after a sharp Democratic primary contest. Analysts expect his re election next month as the party unites behind the incumbent. The item also notes a separate comic anecdote about a library burglar seeking cash from fines rather than books.
Senator Aldrich of Rhode Island argues with the President on tariffs after a recent election. He hints that a stand out approach has prevailed, warning that this high protectionist surge may provoke popular retribution and demand relief from tariff burdens amid Roosevelt's popularity.
A memorial service by the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Faneuil Hall honors late George F. Hoar. The Irish Catholic group notes his liberty minded, inclusive stance toward all races and nationalities. Hoar supported Ireland, the Philippines, and others seeking freedom, transcending religious and racial divides.
Governor Bates gains leverage as Attorney General Moody demands compliance on a $1.6 million Treasury draft to Massachusetts. The lobbyist may hand over the paper or face cancellation and a possible new warrant. If litigated, the Commonwealth could owe 160000 in fees, while Governor Bates gains time to collect funds. The episode prompts questions of contract faith and state self-respect.
A sharp critique of a burglar who preys on city and suburban libraries, noting his repeated breaks within a month in the metropolitan district. The piece accuses the thief of misdirected talent and suggests his crimes will not cover basic living costs.
A reader laments many old horses sold cheaply by curb brokers, critiquing amateur speculators. The column mentions President Pritchett's Cincinnati trip, Miss Cora Franker enjoying California strawberries, mail car vestibules, a Dorchester stone crusher site, a Cambridge dog show blue ribbon winner, and a Newton society engagement. Local entertainments and an organ fire at Williams College are also noted, plus public health and fire department tributes.
A humorous mock review riffs on Jim Corbett's upcoming play. It sketches a boxing ring setup on stage with padded props, a toying love triangle involving Mag, and a climactic rescue followed by a wedding. The lively piece ends predicting the play will be a hit.
Boston society notes report funeral plans for Oscar H. Sampson of Marlboro Street at King's Chapel, with prominent families paying respects. They also list upcoming hospitality events at the Somerset for Mrs. Julia Ward Howe, European-bound socialites, and a mixed set of winter travel plans and society arrivals in town. The piece mentions Alliance Francaise Lectures and a high society wedding reception for Mary Whalen Martin.
Letter writer Erving Winslow disputes claims about Douglas and the Philippines. He notes Douglas endorsed the Democratic platform plank on the Philippines and promised a Sunday Post article advocating Massachusetts Democratic unity against imperialist policy in the Philippines.
A reader questions rising turkey prices and short supply in the Post. The writer suggests choosing a juicy New England spring chicken instead of turkey for Thanksgiving, arguing that it would spare worry over distant imports.
To the Editor the writer asks if Thanksgiving is a legal holiday in all states and whether it has ever fallen on the Thursday before the last in November, noting that since 1863 the President has proclaimed Thanksgiving on the last Thursday for all states as a legal holiday.
A narrator declares a dramatic plan to die to discover which of five women loves him, then fakes death for a month. His friend Jack broadcasts the death notices, leading to a comic aftermath where engagements shift, debts mount, and a tangled web of affection unfolds in a flat with misadventures, betrayals, and a looming confrontation.
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