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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1905
Page
6
Two weeks remain before the election as Massachusetts voters face a single clear issue. The choice hinges on whether to curb party control and press for immediate tariff relief and free raw materials, aligning with Democratic platform demands, or to await nationwide consensus under Republican leadership.
Despatches from Manila confirm insurgent activity in Mindanao where Mohammedan groups oppose the government. Officials warn of planned operations to capture friendly Moros while the Christianized area faces a cholera surge with 718 cases and 553 deaths in six weeks.
The dispute over Newfound land fisheries ends without crisis as the 1818 treaty guarantees US fishermen access to colonial waters. Ambassadors word settles main issue, but bans on buying Newfoundland catches and using Newfoundlanders on American ships persist. Massachusetts stands to lose trade if Newfoundland shifts to Canada.
The column reports on the All Sorts Insurance investigation with sample policies from Mutteyell and Ekwittable admitted in evidence. The policies parody life and gold bond contracts, highlighting profit loss and nonparticipation features. After closing arguments, the jury had not yet reached a verdict at press time.
Revelations of policyholder funds used to back partisan schemes stir nationwide concern. State and federal officials expect ex Governor Odell to testify as legislative investigators press deeper into insurance corruption. At Pittsburgh the Enterprise National Bank collapse edges toward greater gravity with an estimated 1.5 million root in political ruin.
President meets Mobile crowd as local officials welcome him with a parade up Main Street. Secret service fired shots in the air after mistaking a mosquito for trouble. Teddy praises unity of East and West and jokes about fame from a new cigar design.
The piece argues the Dingley tariff imposed a hides tax raising shoe costs. It condemns Massachusetts Republican Congress members for voting for the tax despite claimed opposition. Senator Lodge repeats calls to free hides, but the author states Republicans bear responsibility for the tariff.
The Storthing postponed debate on a motion to submit Norway's future government form to a plebiscite. The measure will be discussed with another motion the government plans to introduce later.
A column lists eight art simplicity entries from artists with names and places like John Johnson Boston and M. E. Newton. It notes entries such as a fly on a church steeple and an eclipse and invites more ideas while referencing a mayoral meeting and a feminist critique of tights in theatre.
A jury weighs an insurance surplus dispute and faces a verdict expected hourly. The case hinges on compensation terms and potential favorable rulings, with observers awaiting the final decision.
Fairfield Sturmand, a famed local hunter, reportedly shot a duck and a goose with a nail in the gun barrel after exhausting ammunition. A retriever brought ashore the birds, pinned together by the nail that caused their deaths.
South Boston event aims to surpass past affairs with a November 16 festival at Mechanics' Building. Local theatres supply acts while the Working Boys' Band provides music. dancing and dozens of side shows are planned with support from Boston area churches. General committee includes Thomas J. Crawford as chairman and James M. Connors as secretary and treasurer.
Observant Citizen reports on Mr. Thomas Riley returning to Boston and preparing to host Sunday evenings at 300 Beacon Street. Skat gains traction in Boston while Carnegie plans a December visit and Henry Grady memories surface at the Vendome. Public Sunday work near Boylston and Essex highlights subway era labor. Frosty Concord morning scenes, Patrolman Johnston’s Maine fishing tale, and Rev. O Brien’s health return are noted alongside garden produce boom in Vermont and Waklefield lake fishing season wrap.
Fernald recalls a Alaska gold rush tale linked to a group photo and a mysterious beauty. His brother Ned reveals the portrait was of Billy Mills, a lodge president in disguise, ending his romance hopes and changing Marjorie's view of secrets and past loves.
A poem excerpt from Wallace Irwin in the New York Globe tells of Henry, a talented quarterback wrecked by injuries. He suffers cartilage damage and broken bones while playing, yet remains praised for his talent and character as doctors attend him and coaches reflect on his delicate build.
A society update notes the engagement and forthcoming marriage of Miss Annie Louise Walley to Edward Dana Densmore at Central Congregational Church at 8 o clock with a reception at the Stanwood residence on Bay State Road. The item also lists society gatherings and movements including John Morse’s Pride's Crossing visit and other seasonal society events.
A 24 year old man writes about loving a girl separated by parental objections. He asks if he should send a letter declaring his feelings. The advice says parental obedience often masks lack of mutual love and suggests reconciliation with reality if not reciprocated.
A reader asks if she should stay with a fiancé who favors another woman. The columnist urges holding firm, asserting indecision is a feminine trait, and that the man should choose commitment or be left to think it over. The advice emphasizes not sharing a partner’s attentions and ending the relationship if he won’t commit.
The steamship Romanic from the Mediterranean and Azores passed Hull yesterday at four in the afternoon and anchored at President Roads. She is due to berth at the Hoosac Channel docks in Charlestown at seven o'clock this morning. The vessel carries 7% first cabin, 257 second cabin, and 1280 steerage passengers.
A reader signs as Lover of All Animals blasting those labeled female savages for torturing a dumb animal. The letter questions cruelty laws and condemns the practice, urging mercy and humane science.
To the Editor of the Post a reader voices relief at seeing A Man's remarks and pleads for stopping cruel vivisection. The letter condemns participants as heartless and calls for action to protect animals.
A Brighton letter to the editor urges adding a small portrait beside each candidate’s name on ballots to help voters identify choices quickly. The writer argues the plan would save time and reduce reading of long candidate lists.
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