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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1908
Page
6
The Boston Merchants Association, formed with fanfare early this year, must tackle pressing local problems to prove its relevance. The piece questions whether its leadership can focus beyond distant markets such as the Philippines to address Boston and Massachusetts concerns.
The omission of the annual rush between the entering class and second year men at the Institute of Technology is praised as sensible. The piece argues such street crowds lack sport and risk disaster, contrasting with regulated athletic contests at universities.
The city should not approve a 10 year market lease for the waterfront property as proposed. The term is too long and would deprive Boston of revenue realistic under private ownership. City finances require a businesslike rental approach when conditions permit.
Bankers at the Denver convention rejected Mr. Bryan's plan for guaranteed bank deposits. They deem the proposition weak for the Democratic platform and harmful, arguing it would tax sound banks to cover mismanagement and encourage reckless banking. National deposits should be protected.
A discussion supports tighter supervision and a more extensive examination system to prevent irregularities rather than only exposing them after a crisis. The argument stresses proactive measures to maintain integrity and avoid irremediable situations.
In a Republican bid for the second spot on the state ticket the final heat runs at Symphony Hall today. Speaker Cole and Mr Luce push Australian ballots while the machine backs Frothingham against secrecy. Delegates may still choose voting methods and even draw lots for the nomination.
Taft declares he is assured of election and has real touch with the people. He praises his stump presence and amiable nature and believes Roosevelt’s campaign glare may overshadow him unless his own personality shines through. He remains optimistic about gaining support in states visited by Bryan and contends Roosevelt’s performances set a high standard.
A mocked speech attributes to Taft opposing secrecy in campaign contributions and supporting pre election publicity. The piece criticizes Roosevelt’s plea for disclosure as weak and insincere and suggests Taft missed a chance to differentiate himself.
The writer argues that idleness is the hardest work, claiming true ease is found in useful labor not leisure. He contrasts the misery of idle retirees with the contentment earned through ongoing effort, urging readers to back up and stay employed.
George L. Perin urges Boston readers to raise 100000 by Jan 1 1909 to pay off main debt of Franklin Square House. The home has housed 3208 working and student girls in six years and is worth about 300000. Subscriptions total 60000 with two large gifts tied to the full goal.
A Roxbury reader argues against ministers offering free or charity marriages to couples unable to pay the fee. He asserts such ceremonies attract “desertions and divorces” and claims couples must prove at least ten dollars weekly income. He warns ministers by extending such aid worsen social ills.
A reader from Fitchburg Mass urges Newt to write more adventures like Deep Sea Fishing. The letter praises that piece and asks for more mirthful items, while the post replies with humorous self critique about not pleasing everyone or always being joyous. The exchange ends noting that All Sorts copy can be bum and handed to the printer.
In Houston on October 2 Margaret Mosely a 10 year old laundry helper shook out a pillow slip and diamonds valued at 3000 dollars spilled out. Earlier Mrs Bert Dodge had hidden eleven diamonds in a handkerchief and placed them in a pillow. the slip was sent to the wash revealing the same stones.
Mr and Mrs Edwin A Shuman return this week from Marblehead Neck summer home and establish residence on Beacon street for the winter.
The Post continues its Journeys to Interesting Places series with a twelfth week spent among the Thousand Islands in the St. Lawrence. Early fall offers a delightful season at this inland resort shared by America and Canada, with daily prints of beautiful views planned.
The text describes Alexandria Bay as the hub of the Thousand Islands region with many large hotels and a yacht club. It notes Brockville nearby, a 1813 raid on Ogdensburg, Chimney Island fortifications, and Chippewa Bay races for the Gold Challenge Cup. Racy summer splendor and illuminated cottages at night are highlighted.
The Observant Citizen reports Blanche Gordon visiting Eleanor Gordon in Boston. A Phillips Chapel fair in South Boston draws crowds with music and sketches by Misses Speth Gallacher Kamerer Sharp. A Chieftain yacht heads to winter quarters, and a long list of local society updates follows including a college recital for the New England Co operative Union, a cat in a moving car incident, postmaster Mansfield’s services, a milk station name joke, moose hunting chatter, and planned lectures on religion and health at Huntington Chambers Hall.
A young man declares he would give five years of life for 1,000,000 and is confronted by a mysterious stranger. The Rev. Dr. Alexander Mann faces a possible move to the Washington bishopric, with doubt about acceptance. Emmanuel movement sermons begin at Mt. Vernon Church as Boston Baptist Union meetings announce leaders and a memorial for Rev. Upham.
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