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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1902
Page
18
The Boston Post presents its role as a leading Democratic paper in New England. It emphasizes editorial independence and coverage of regional politics, society, and events with a focus on civic discourse.
The piece condemns empty Republican campaign halls as a sign of public indifference while praising speakers Bates Guild Lodge. It argues enthusiasm is missing not from candidates but from voters, noting Democrats attract attention and urging not to waste votes on Socialist or Prohibition tickets.
The Boston relief push is selling coal at $12 per ton while Philadelphia prices range from 4.75 to 5.50 per ton for anthracite, with Lykens Valley at 5.75 for broken. The Reading company pledges caps on prices for city households at 6.75 delivered, urging dealers to stop extortion. Local Boston dealers are blamed for profiteering during the distress, and calls are made to restore normal rates promptly.
A campaign message urges voters to support candidates who will secure free coal iron and hides for Massachusetts industries and warns against backing Republican candidates. The call emphasizes economic relief and industrial support through civic choice.
Veterans of the Republican party joined Democrats at Faneuil Hall to back Democratic candidates. George Boutwell and Colonel William Gaston attended with Judge A. A. Putnam beside John A. Sullivan as the gathering urged independence for the Philippines and withdrawal of American sovereignty once a self‑governing state is formed. The resolutions framed the political stakes for forthcoming elections.
The text urges support for Democratic candidates by Republicans on grounds of patriotism. It frames the election as a contest between Republicans and Democrats and warns against wasting votes on third or fourth parties. The piece argues policy decisions differ in importance when comparing domestic policy to the republic versus empire.
The coal trust increases the price by 50 cents per ton citing higher production costs and strike damages. President Baer asserts Christian associates should be reimbursed by the public, noting mines cannot meet previous output. The move follows a five month labor dispute and a proposed 20 percent miner wage rise that would have added about 15 cents per ton.
The article weighs whether Massachusetts should push its interests in Washington or stay quiet. Colonel Gaston and the Democratic congressional candidates advocate assertive action, while Mr. Bates and Senator Lodge counsel cautious submission.
The piece argues for scrapping coal duties to ease prices and prevent future shortages. It cites Arthur Lyman on tariff impacts and contemplates sources, foreign supply, and the need for political change to end the coal duty.
A political clash centers on business interests and Republican tactics. The argument contends the party’s machine should not imperil New England industry for partisan gains. Industrial stakeholders weigh risks to regional commerce amid party power plays.
The column surveys lingering coal price concerns and enforcement questions about a soft coal ordinance when hard coal prices ease. It notes southwest wind spikes and a crowded Marshfield train home from the marshes with many gunners and fishermen, plus a social dinner where the judge criticizes strikers amid a tense mood.
A historical verse fragment by G. F. Baer from 1902 debates colonial loyalty, praising the king while critiquing agitators and supporting the laboring man through Christian guidance. The piece mocks opposition to royal authority and references Bobby's daily offering as a framing device.
A playful clump of oddities features a grand Pumpkin Pie fantasy with biblical flourishes and a mock sermon about a pie as large as three cubits. Intermixed are dated notices, a joke line about Sealskin Jacque and a winter yacht rental, and stray quips from a satirical column.
Flora M. Searles reports how Elinor Westgate and Ralph Armstrong wed by telephone after her father, Jonathan Westgate, barred the match. The exchange ceremony, conducted with mother and minister present, defied objections and vows were spoken, with divorce papers to follow. The father protested, but the couple declared the union legal and binding.
Step by step method to make a ham filling croustade using stale bread cut into shells two inches deep. Buttered walls form the box, bake until crisp, then fill with a ham and butter flour sauce heated with hot milk. Garnish with browned crumbs and parsley. Credit Alice E Whitaker.
Mrs Morris, regarded as the foremost woman preacher of the Saints of Christ, comes to Boston to evangelize the colored population. The movement, founded by William B Crowdy, already has societies in Chelsea and Boston. Her debut is today at Woodbury Hall, Woodbury Street, after reports of large crowds in Philadelphia and Newark.
A correspondent identifies as a Republican who intends to vote for Gaston in the current election. The letter criticizes Philippine policy and colonial management, advocates reciprocity with Canada and Cuba, and rejects hardline polar defense talk. The author urges electing Gaston this year and signs A Gaston Republican, dated October 17, 1902.
An alderman counters a Post editorial, stating Somerville's 64,000 residents enjoy over 450 modern lamps and 420 incandescent lights on public streets, costing more than 63 thousand dollars yearly. He notes shade trees create shadows but asserts Somerville is among the best lit cities in the country. Dated Oct 21, 1992.
Richard J Grary of Ward 9 urges Boston Common Council to create a municipal coal wharf or pocket for receiving and distributing coal to city departments. He argues it would aid the poor and others during strikes and suggests locations on South Hampton street or First street in South Boston.
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