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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1903
Page
6
The notice lists daily and Sunday Post subscription rates, payment terms, and contact details. It notes advance payment, discontinuation on expiration, and instructions for changing delivery addresses. Billing, drafts, money orders payable to POST PUBLISHING COMPANY, editor B A Grolier.
The Hon. John C. Chase, Socialist nominee for Governor, argues a party must represent a class, while opponents insist no class politics can succeed in the commonwealth. They recall Know Nothing and slaveholding eras to warn against oligarchy and urge policies serving all people.
The piece debates whether local coal prices will rise on Thursday or be postponed to November due to cold weather. It notes abundant anthracite supplies, high mining output, and claims the Pennsylvania trust enforces artificial prices. Massachusetts urged federal action to regulate hard coal pricing.
The Observant Citizen reports a midsummer like Sunday electrical storm, amusing anecdotes of thunder fear in a Cambridge setter, and highlights Harold Bauer as first soloist for Symphony concerts after Mason Hamlin contract issues. It covers Octogenary Henry Faxon, rising Castle Square star Howell Hansel, London visitors’ decorations, fruit show thefts, and a Portland boat caper involving ex Representative Bradley.
At Camp All Sorts near Rattlesnake Island Maine the writer recalls buying butter eggs two live chickens bread biscuits and doughnuts. He rails against the indigestible Maine doughnut and tells a tall tale of a brook trout kept alive out of water by hard cider, a farmer’s keg mishap, and a mantelpiece cage. The piece ends with Newtown Newkirk’s note returning to camp with provender and plans to kill the chickens.
A historical note on Secretary Shaw bending law to deposit public funds with banks and accepting bank security without Congress approval. It cites Aldrich’s bill and Roosevelt’s push for extra sessions to secure currency measures. The piece analyzes executive power over finance and the looming currency crisis.
A commentary argues Congress cannot act effectively on reforms and questions the purpose of an extra session. It contends Mr. Shaw already crafts the law in similar cases, reducing the need for legislative action by Congress.
Churches across the New England Conference rapidly and generously responded to the Preachers Aid Society theft of about 75000 dollars. The treasurer Willard Allen vanished with the funds, but congregations pooled small contributions to cover most of the loss and aid beneficiaries, signaling broad community charity.
The New England conference of the Methodist church reports $21774 raised Sunday toward replacing the $75000 Preachers Aid Society fund, with $18000 pledged earlier. Twenty-three churches contributed, led by Harvard Street Church Cambridge with $3255. Additional pledges, bequests, and a large donation are noted as upcoming contributions.
The 56th anniversary of the Sunday school at Twelfth Baptist Church on Phillips Street in the West End closes this evening. The church is among the city's largest colored congregations, led by Pastor Rev. M. A. N. Shaw. Last night’s exercises featured notable activities and speaker remarks.
Photo by Beckford. Rev M A N Shaw pastor of the Twelfth Baptist Church on Phillips Street West End oversees the 56th anniversary of its Sunday school with an address on Sunday school work by Rev W A Creditt D D of Philadelphia and a musical program. Superintendent John Thornton presided.
The Republican convention of the first Norfolk senatorial district renominated Albert A. Brackett of Milton for Senator and selected H Clifford Gallagher of Milton as member of the State central committee.
The Republican platform for the upcoming convention is prepared. Ex-Governor Crane will submit it to the resolutions committee. The document is brief, not radical, and well received by leaders. Tariff revision and Canadian reciprocity are light on detail. Secretary Moody will attend and nominate Lieutenant-Governor Guild. Senator Hoar will place Governor Bates's name. A new method will pick convention vice presidents, with each state committee member naming one. A Middlesex Club dinner honors nominees with Governor Bates expected to speak. Brockton hosts a campaign rally October 9, while Socialists in Plymouth County prompt help from Brockton speakers. The Governor and council begin a three-day state trip inspecting western institutions starting Tuesday, with no speeches planned.
The Democratic leaders meet to pick the running mate for Gaston. Ex-Mayor Philip OConnell declines, ex-Senator Guy W. Currier of Methuen is willing if urged. Ticket rests with nominations Ezekiel for secretary of state Tetrault for auditor Thatcher for treasurer Mlaherty for attorney general. Hamlin to likely nominate Gaston.
After months of debate the Board of Aldermen approved a blanket loan order for 455000 to fund general street improvements. Aldermen Bolton Frothingham voted against. Bromberg was absent. The council also defeated a 10000 order for Ward 4 playground apparatus. Public improvements and school funding disputes continue to stall broader loan measures.
This ad touts a limited time deal on the New Twentieth Century Edition Britannica urging readers to purchase due to its vast scope in History Biography Mathematics Geography Mechanics Agriculture Science Art Literature and more. It claims the work is essential for any library and affordable via a small weekly payment.
Rising costs of materials and labor force an early price increase for the Encyclopedia Britannica. The publisher delays the rise until the current edition reaches readers, urging prompt action to secure the low price and easy payment terms, with a coupon offer and a special bookcase.
Quincy news notes Henry H. Faxon has turned 80 today. The famed temperance advocate remains active in funding organized campaigns against liquor. He says with full sight and youth he would energize the city’s political scene and teach local leaders a hard lesson.
Rear Admiral P. H. Cooper reports the death of Commander E. M. Hughes at Yokohama Hospital. He commanded the gunboat Annapolis on the Asiatic station since November and served since 1866, earning an additional grade for conspicuous service.
The Boston Board of Health held a hearing on a complaint that Benjamin Randall's poultry food and fertilizer plant on Chelsea Street East Boston is a nuisance. The board will decide after review of the testimony.
A short story recounts a kind newsboy named Little Kid who helps Lester Wentworth and Marion Heath. After saving Lester from armed danger, Kid dies from injuries but inspires a marble memorial and a life lesson about selfless sacrifice and lasting memory.
Ferdinand C. Baker, a former Chelsea Common Council member and alderman, was confirmed last night as Chelsea park commissioner by the Board of Aldermen. A prominent East Boston businessman, he runs a large painting establishment and is well known locally.
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