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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1901
Page
6
The Boston Post presents itself as a leading Representative Democratic voice for New England. It emphasizes party alignment and regional editorial focus, framing its coverage around political discourse, local concerns, and national events.
The Democratic convention nominees for state offices are presented as capable and honorable, with Quincy praised for public service and others like Coughin, Stone, Dean, Chalifoux, and Putnam noted for qualifications. The piece argues party unity and duty, then attacks tariff-related tariffs as burdens on consumers, citing the Sugar and Steel Trusts and calling for action.
The Boston Post recognizes Colonel William A. Gaston for promoting rapid transit, free transfers, and a timely project completion. Though critical of his Washington street subway plan, the paper honors his public-spirited motives and retirement from active company leadership.
The Columbia defeats Shamrock II in a close three and a half minute margin under favorable conditions. The race confirms the American boat as superior in any sea and highlights Columbia as the better sea boat and the wiser choice over the Constitution. The series continues to the next trial to settle the outcome.
The Sugar Trust sets 31 2 cents per pound net to Missouri River points while this region sees 61 2 cents. The text accuses the trust of discriminating against New England consumers to crush beet sugar and protect its cane sugar monopoly, blaming beet sugar producers for interference.
The Massachusetts Democratic platform endorses state governance reforms, home rule, and public ownership of utilities. It seeks fewer commissions, greater legislative supervision, and a referendum on petitions, while backing independence for the Philippines and tariff reciprocity.
A lengthy platform denounces subsidies and trusts while calling for removal of tariff duties on articles produced by trusts. It urges speedy Congressional action or state takeover of Boston Harbor improvements, highlighting a bold, pointed stance by the party.
Observers report a Dudley Street station incident where gates were not opened after trains cleared platforms causing a long wait for inbound passengers. A guard’s smug refusal triggered exasperation among about a hundred riders as the car doors finally closed and the train departed.
A reflective verse fragment urges restraint in debt and risk. It contrasts a dark day with a brighter morrow and uses dialect to emphasize caution about borrowing and trouble.
In this Conditions Competition tale by Bessie E Griffin Jack, an eligible, merry neighbor, falls hopelessly in love with Dolly. Dolly ignores him, leaving Jack morose, pining and secretly observing her from obscure corners as he catalogs her beauty and manner.
In a comic family tale Jack idolizes Dolly by her clothes and looks but Nell's sly tease about Dolly’s wealth sparks a row. Jack storms off and later learns Dolly is only a model for a dye house, her nose shaved for the display. Nell gleefully unveils the ruse.
Banana fritters require peeling and flouring six to twelve bananas then frying in hot fat in batches. Cook until puffed and deep yellow, drain, and roll in sugar. Serve with lemon sauce or bake with cinnamon for a lighter option. ALICSS E WHITAKER
English Madras and Oxford pajamas on street floor offer exquisite colorings and comfort. This garment cannot be duplicated outside our store for less than 1.50 dollars, a price point highlighted for shoppers seeking value.
Readable text lists men’s Worsted Union Suits in extra fine quality medium weight with elastic durability and various sizes. Also offers 100 dozen shirts and drawers in natural wool and camel’s hair, double ee regular 75c quality, while they last, with prices around 39c and 1.25. Includes a special lot of Men’s Combed Egyptian Union Suits medium weight at 4c each.
A brief note describes a home gymnasium setup listed as a pair of items, including one balance or weight pair and related equipment.
Pilgrim shoes for men have stood the test of service and usefulness. They remain the men's pride and admiration for well shod feet with the same prices, growing more popular each day.
An ad lists boys drill clothing with navy duck fabric and heavy moleskin padding. Items include extra heavy moleskin with rattan thigh guard, sacks, and official match youths canvas and leather options. Prices shown: 40c, 75c, 1.00, and 125.
A dated advertisement touts European dress trimmings and pocket dictionaries, promoting a display that outshines rivals. It markets factory silverware and gold items, heated by non smoking Oif heaters for cozy evenings, urging visits to the Annex.
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