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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
6
Daily newspaper brief from the Boston Post dated April 2 1908 noting issue number and office address at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts published by Post Publishing Co. The item establishes a historical newspaper context and lists the publication details.
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The Republican National Committee reportedly backs a 12 to 0 majority against seating delegates elected by conventions that excluded African Americans. Most Taft delegates from the South came from such conventions, setting up a Taft versus anti Taft struggle within the committee as the party risks a color line in the South.
The article criticizes Vice-President Fairbanks for proposing a sudden tariff revision after the November election. It argues the plan is deceptive and unwise, claiming Congress should not convene in a special session to push changes before March and that three months are insufficient to complete any revisions.
The House advanced an anti smoke measure for Boston with hopes for favorable action. The plan aims to ease residential nuisance without drastic steps and seeks closer restrictions on soft coal within city limits. A letter cites damage from locomotives near Exeter Street and property losses from smoke.
An editorial questions Mayor Hibbard's selection of Harrison P. Eddy of Worcester for Boston’s superintendent of streets at 7500 dollars per year. The piece argues for or against hiring outside the city for public service and notes the unusual nature of the appointment.
The article argues public service should run on efficiency but condemns current practice. It lauds Mr. Eddy as a strong candidate with a solid Worcester track record and praise from the Finance Commission, while noting his non residence may affect aldermanic confirmation. The piece questions local non residence as a potential hurdle.
The Post reports a Boston straw ballot shows no overwhelming Bryan support and growing sentiment for Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota. It argues against state convention resolutions for Bryan and favors an untrammeled delegation to Denver if voters choose Johnson.
Washington notes report Congressman Peters, a non Catholic, gained influence for his role in reimbursing the Catholic church in the Philippines. O Connell filed a Boston immigration station bill report urging action. mentions Castle Island, Otis wharf, and docking issues. Lawrence presides often, sparking talk of possible successor to the Speaker.
A reader charges Dr. Henson with ignoring biblical instances of feeding the hungry. He cites Matthew and John passages, Elisha’s miracle with loaves, and argues that feeding the needy aligns with scripture.
A Boston citizen writes April 1 1998 criticizing last week for widespread flying dust. The writer argues watering streets would prevent damage to goods and protect health, calling the economy of skipping watering penny wise pound foolish.
A poetic meditation on the muse of no excuses that haunts writers beyond stars and shores. It notes poems printed in big magazines and critiques clever or trite rendering while a line from John Devine Inflater closes with a pun about humor.
A witty exchange between Newkirk of Millburn Mass and Newkirk’s Soup on labeling rights. Both sides refuse or demand heavy payment for using names on canned soup labels, arguing publicity versus notoriety and the value of reputation.
The snowshed over the Public Garden portal to the subway has been removed for the summer. The piece hints April 1 wit as Old Home Week may be absent this year and questions the timing of the act.
A memoir notes a man named Hercules Longfellow in Boston as a celebrated athlete with feats of running, wrestling, and pole vaulting. It recounts his grand boasts, then reveals a tender scene at home where he quietly serves his mother tea, showing true devotion behind the boasting persona.
A speaker recalls an early morning meeting with a modest colleen as wind blows and leaves fall. She extols her mountain home among the heather and Molly's sunshine. The speaker vows to travel far for welcome and love despite winter's chill and snow.
A fragment recalls meeting last summer in the Blank & Co office where the speaker found a trusted companion and shared confidences as they grew tired of writing. The fragment ends with an unfinished image of companionship.
A loving son recalls Longfellow training for a 100 yard race at the athletic club. He aims to run 100 yards in 9 seconds on Labor Day and perform other stunts, while a note of disbelief colors the conversation.
An article by Dr Woods Hutchinson argues most earache and deafness in children come from adenoids and that removing them via a simple operation restores health and mental vigor. A prominent educator backs the view, urging parents to read Mouth Breathing, available at newsstands or by mail from Curtis Publishing.
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