Fragmentary political note on extortion and campaign funds
The fragment mentions an official force of extortion linked to campaign funds and names a Wheeler with employees connected to the Republican city, noting departures from a ferry division and street. Details are unclear, but it indicates political pressure and financial manipulation within city operations.
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Fiscartoan
Heersons
the Post
the Republican City
Envision
English Character Tests and Coming Evidence
The text discusses a growing Yankee influence in English culture and the expectation that future generations will recognize it through personal experience and physical tests now being gathered as evidence.
Republican mayor Curtis record in one year
The Republican candidate Mayor Curtis seeks re nomination amid claims of failed reform and mismanagement. Critics say his administration turned city departments into a political machine, raised taxes, and packed offices with friends. He allegedly influenced the Legislature to extend his term to two years. Do voters want more of this?
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Ayor Curtis
Seeld
Curtis
Boston
Democratic Mayor Vision Calls for Active Citizen Involvement
Mr. Quincy's acceptance letter outlines a democratic conception of Boston's mayoral duties. He opposes extending the mayoral term without public input and urges active participation by individuals and organizations in municipal affairs. The mayor, as chief official servant, should stay in close contact with citizens and consult through groups.
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Quincy
Boston
Quingy
Eben D Jordan Honored by Boston People
Fragmentary OCR text notes Eben D Jordan as a public figure in Boston and mentions honoring him by the people. The passage also references aging, entrance, and virtues, but lacks clear events or dates to specify. The readable names imply a local tribute or public acknowledgment.
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Eben D. Jordan
People of
Boston
Observant Chelsea Dog Aids Bridge Draw Alarms. City Scene Broad
An attentive Chelsea bridge tender and his celebrated dog draw headlines as the new Boston city bridge links a lively waterfront. The dog signals approaching vessels, barking until a draw is needed. Amid urban change, Harvard man J Edward Mullen and Cora Locke plan a November Brighton wedding. Community note recounts a brave shopgirl defense with a policeman, while mass transit projects and street work across eastern Massachusetts promise employment for thousands. Also mentions former Secretary of State candidate Howard J Flynn’s bronchitis and plans to travel with Congressman Fitzgerald post campaign. Dr Galvin of Emergency Hospital outlines a wage-earnings program to boost the hospital’s role. A Cambridge streetcar ride recalls a six-year-old girl accompanying her mother on a shopping trip.
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Howard J. Flynn
Democratic Party
Eox
Fitzgerald
Washington
Common Park Troubles and Civic Notes
A reader recounts public park upheaval with torn grass and a toy railway, while a Post staffer helps summon emergency aid for a convulsing man. Mentions City Hall campaigns, Boston politicians, and Councillor Sullivan’s re election, all set against a chaotic, lively city scene.
Complaints About Dry Goods Stores Delayed by Papers
A reader from Newton complains about mistreatment of employees and patrons in Boston dry goods stores. He says letters to the Herald and Globe were ignored and asks for a public forum. The Post suggests remedies lie with the firms and cautions against petty complaints while inviting real injustices to be brought to light.
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Fin
Boston
The
Herald
Globe
Newton
Curtcona
A Revolver Narrates a Boston to Deadwood Tragedy
A pistol speaks of a young man, a jealous husband, and a murder born from a fateful gift. In Boston a wife, a child, and a ruinous marriage lead to tragedy. The gun’s tale then shifts to Deadwood where vengeance and fate converge, ending with a grim twist of shared misfortune. The ring of fate returns as the weapon reveals its buyer was the woman who later betrayed herself.
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Paul
Jack
Boston
Gense
Curae
Deadwood
Nickel Inn
Deadwood Hills
Maud
Home Breakfast Recipes From an Old Cookbook Page
A collection of dated kitchen instructions describes methods for baked apples with sugar and cream, buttered puddings with lemon sauce, boiled eggs cooked in water and salt, and a vegetable soup recipe. The text preserves era language and measurements while outlining steps, proportions, and serving ideas for cottage pudding and lemon sauce.
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Tnd
Lemon Pie and Puff Pastry Cakes from Somerville Cookery
Instructions describe stirring in butter with hot mixture, adding lemon zest juice and sugar beaten together, baking forty minutes in a deep plate like squash pies, then cutting puff pastry into small cakes. Garnish when cool. Mentions M. Grover of 49 Beacon Street Somerville Mass.
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M. Grover
Beacon Street
Somerville
Mass
RULES FOR MENU COMPETITION SIDE OF PAPER
Fragmentary notes describe a menu competition with signs and meals for luncheon and dinner. It mentions a first letter contest, dates in November, a coast event, and rotating entries. Names and places are unclear but references to Pia and Ganzi appear alongside partial schedule details.
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Fenton
Follies and Foibles A Chicago Chansonette
A fragment reads as a poem about a bobby pursuing duty and folly. It includes stray lines about love's second look and a hotel bedroom gag from thieves, ending with a quip about previous existence and memory. The piece blends verse and banter with dated slang and playful rhythm.
Reader letter praises Sunday Post and declares political stance
James M. Lyons of Taunton writes to commend the Sunday Post for its Democratic principles and 3 cent price. He says he is a Republican but rejects factional stamps and notes his past as a Democrat until 1860. Lyons recalls converting after Fort Sumter and expresses preference for American immigration policy and more Sunday pictures.
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Post
Sunday Post
Boston
Indiana
Rebs
Fort Sumter
K. N. Times
America
Sucesse
The
James M. Lyons
Harrison Street
Taunton
West End urged to connect lines in Somerville
A letter to the Post from Highland Avenue residents asks the West End Street Railway Company to link the Highland Avenue electric line with the Somerville Avenue line via Medford Street. The writer argues it would shorten the route to Boston, benefit Highland Avenue riders, and cost only a small track addition while generating substantial revenue.
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West End Street Railway Company
Somerville
Highland Avenue
Somerville Avenue
Medford Street
Boston
West End Road
That Unique Type Book Advertisers Praise From Publisher
A Boston advertising agency executive thanks the Post publisher for a copy of the new display type book. He notes it will boost advertiser confidence by showing the unlimited supply of type available and expresses hope the Post receives deserved patronage.
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Post
U. K
Display book inquiry to the Publisher of the Post
A formal acknowledgment from J. W. Barber, General Manager of Dodds Advertising and Checking Agency, to the Publisher of the Post. He notes appreciation for a new display book and comments that some advertisers cannot be fitted by type and borders, placing them between the middle ages and the present date.
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J. W. Barber
Dodd
Acknowledgment of Display Type Book by Humphrey Co
A note from H B Humphrey President confirms receipt and praise for a new display type book. It states the volume is handsome and will add value to the company’s advertisements. The letter ends with thanks and regards.
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Post
H. B. Humphrey
Oldest Engineer Dead in Dedham Life of Sylvanus Ruggles Ends
Dedham Nov 18 Sylvanus Martin Ruggles one of the oldest engineers in the state died at his East Dedham home. Born Sept 4 1822 in Providence he lived in Dedham since 1868. He worked as a steamboat engineer in New York and on the St John’s River Fla later became engineer in chief at Barrows Woollen Mill East Canton then Chase Co Boston confectionery before serving as janitor and engineer of the Avery school Hast Dedham. He was a director of the Hast Dedham Baptist Church and leaves a wife and one son.
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Dedham
Sylvanus Martin Ruggles
East Dedham
Providence
R. I
New York
St. John's River
Florida
Barrows
Chase & Co
Boston
Avery
Hast Dedham
Atulip Sleeve Defective Fashion Commentary
A humorous Victorian style anecdote contrasts a Frenchman's misread of a woman's outfit with a man admiring a gown's details. The tale notes his error in confusing clothing features, clarifying that a white dress was worn. The playful piece explores mistaken impressions of fashion and perception.
Sleeves and gown details amuse fashion readers
A fashion item features a gown with bright tan silk sleeves. The sleeves are tight from elbow to wrist and pleated, but at the elbow the pleats flare into a scalloped shape resembling a tulip. The description notes the bold design and its effect on observers.
ACaS re 5 P.M. CLOSING REQUEST
A Boston saleswoman urges the Post to campaign for year round 6 pm closing of Boston’s large stores. She argues the change would save energy costs, reduce worker strain, and boost public interest in the newspaper. She signs as a Boston saleswoman.
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Acas
Walter
the Post
Yeader
Post
Boston
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