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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1901
Page
6
Boston Post editorial stance outlines two paths for reform. The piece argues for targeted measures to advance democracy while criticizing blanket restrictions on speech and press access. It frames the debate around accountability and public oversight in the democratic process.
The Ward 21 caucus fraud cases advance as two defendants who appealed withdraw their appeals and plead guilty to two counts before Judge Bell. The move aims to secure a full disclosure of the fraud scheme to restore public confidence and ensure accountability, with potential sentence mitigation from Judge Bolster.
The Lords ruled a Dakota divorce decrees no authority in Britain, while a bigamy conviction by Britain’s Lords does not negate a Dakota divorce here. Analysts see parity friction between Westminster and Bismarck courts, with social implications and potential future recognition of Earl Russell’s rehabilitation upon return.
Admiral Schley is lauded as the star witness of the inquiry into the Santiago battle. Dewey notes Schley occupies a distinct position and is best qualified to explain delays from Key West to Cienfuegos, while Schley’s testimony vividly recounts the destruction of Cervera’s fleet and the naval action.
Senator Hoar refuses to deliver a Worcester city eulogy for President McKinley citing his disapproval of the Philippines policy. He argues a eulogy should recount public life and service but he cannot praise without endorsing the policy. He notes the public might misread any favorable judgment.
The passage laments the mischief of a conquest policy and the cruel burden on industry. It says only a genuine eulogy recognizes faults and limitations, and regrets Senator Hoar's delicacy preventing such candor.
The piece argues that reports on the king’s health are largely conjecture and emphasize the inability to know the truth. It notes the public’s interest in his vitality for coronation timing and insurance and warns that political and economic life would continue regardless of the monarch’s condition.
The town columns report Leon H. Vincent speaking at the Massachusetts Club on Thursday at the Boston Public Library about better colloquial speech. Other items note Iver Johnson pistols linked to three assassinations, Chelsea church burns, a 50th anniversary dinner for George Otis Davis, and local retirements and moves including Henry Pevear resigning from the Lynn Public Library board to serve elsewhere.
A vintage prose and verse page blends a romantic lyric about walking together with a satirical allegory The Age of Specialties and other quips. The piece pokes at medical pretension and social mores through humorous vignettes and character sketches.
The Boston Post seeks amateur photographs of New England women reading the Post at breakfast. Prizes include 10 dollars and smaller awards for entries received by November 15, 1901. Submit with subject and photographer names if possible.
Five leading fire insurance agencies including John C. Paige & Co Field & Cowles Obrion & Russell Robert A. Bolt and George O Carpenter & Son agree on a working pact to reduce expenses and share credi t information while maintaining independent offices and management. The move grows from their marine brokerage expansion and aims to handle existing business more economically rather than seeking new volume.
A sample brass and iron bedstead measuring 4 feet 6 inches is offered with a price reduced from five dollars to twenty five dollars.
Belle Annis plans a wedding. Roger Black nurses sorrow as rumors swirl. A dress rehearsal reveals a cousin’s bridesmaid joke, easing his shattered hope while pent up longing meets sly inn gossip. The inn’s piazza crowd follows the unfolding romance with keen, wary eyes.
Elaborate arrangements set for the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York as fifteen battleships sail to meet the royal yacht Ophir. The royal party will travel by Victoria and Albert to London where 19,000 troops guard the procession to Marlborough House.
Ten of Mr Abbeys panels for the Loson Public Library are on display in the Guildhall Gallery. The works depict the Grail legend in smaller scale than previous pieces. Images include Sarrag city, Galahad receiving castle keys, the aged monk leaving his ride, healing the king, and peace among subjects.
The regular monthly meeting of the Oston Drugegists Association was held last evening at Young’s Hotel with about 25 members present. Dinner at 6:30 was presided by F. A. Hubbard. Several talks were given and three new members were elected.
Large carpet sale offers Wilton Velvets and Tapestry Brussels at deep discounts. Stock includes 9x12 and 8x12 sizes with durable patterns, jointless matting and 9x12 rugs. Prices drop from typical amounts to notably lower sale figures as stock clears.
Heavy plaid wool blankets with surcingles offered at 2.00 each and 3.00 for certain heavy wool varieties. Street blankets in 84 by 90 inches come in color lines with 3.50 regular price, now 3.00. Wool filled street blankets in fancy plaids priced at 6.00, down to 3.50 for plush robes in green and black, large size and warm.
The chamber furniture section presents over 125 styles of odd bureaus and related pieces. A golden oak bureau is listed at 50 dollars, with a 38 dollar option also highlighted.
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