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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1914
Page
20
The House decisively squelched bills permitting Sunday baseball in the Commonwealth. The piece argues there is no public demand for play on the Sabbath and urges the issue be allowed to retire.
The four gunmen who killed gambler Rosenthal deserve full punishment, Governor Glynn asserts. He rejects any commute, arguing public welfare and duty require the law to exact the maximum penalty. Secker’s case is unrelated to their punishment.
The Rockfeller Foundation pledges 750000 to Wellesley College's restoration fund, conditioned on raising the remaining balance of 2000000 for rehabilitation. The donation inspires effort to replace College Hall loss from the recent fire, with belief the endowment signals confidence in the college's future.
Austin Kingsley Jones, renowned for half a century as Harvard University’s bell ringer, died after retirement. A formal resolution honored his “honorable service to Harvard University” as the university marked the passing of a campus fixture who rang for matriculation under President Walker and throughout Eliot’s era.
The speech by Senator Lodge in support of the Panama canal tolls exemption repeal is praised as monumental and patriotic. It argues the United States should avoid asserting rights against a treaty, urges national honor over partisanship, and cautions against subservience to Britain while stressing the canal’s construction as a national duty.
A brief note suggests a forthcoming reward will help ensure a distinguished outcome. The statement implies faith in the process and a promise of recognition for achieving the expected standard.
A spirited letter debate unfolds about who authored the line on human suffering. Omar Kiyi critiques Newton Newkirk’s stance while Newkirk retorts with warnings and digressions about Burns Pope and Dryden, ending with a jab about a notable surname.
A historical sentiment frames racing strategy with a folksy warning to pace effort. The quote emphasizes patience, noting success comes at the end rather than the early burst. It reflects practical wisdom from classic local lore.
The untimely death of Eben S Draper at 56 ends a notable career as Lieutenant Governor and Governor of Massachusetts. He was admired for kindness generosity and quiet citizenship, with a clean businesslike administration that left a respected imprint on the Commonwealth and its public life.
The Senate favors submitting a constitutional amendment for biennial elections but warns the House may resist a two thirds vote. The editorial notes a shift away from long terms and toward recall by frequent elections, predicting no further tenure extensions for state officials in Massachusetts.
In Ulster on April 9 militants set fire to Orlands near Carrickfergus on Belfast Lough, burning the old mansion to the ground. Suffrage literature littered the grounds as the blaze attracted attention from Belfast reporters.
A brisk exhortation on work as life’s elixir. It urges readers to roll up sleeves and work with a glad heart, arguing drudgery preserves life zest and prevents decay. The piece warns idleness leads to emptiness and collapse while urging toil to reap happiness.
In a local sketch style, a wife’s Easter hat prompts tension at home as a family quarrel looms over attire. The piece wittily contrasts grand battlefield phrases with domestic concerns, hinting at underlying marital discord.
A reader worries his girlfriend shows undue friendliness to his friend. The adviser cautions against jealousy, urges trust, and suggests discussing limits if behavior continues to trouble him.
The article tours Greece from the rock above ancient Corinth to the Acropolis in Athens. It notes the Isthmus canal and its 12 million cost, ruins at Corinth including Apollo’s temple, and the revival of Old and New Corinth by excavations by the American School of Classical Studies at Athens.
A slice from a Boston era notes crocuses in sunny Boston suburbs, college fundraising aims at lofty sums, a bank vault find lists old dances, debates on cats versus birds, subway progress in Dorchester, a Hopkins Academy resignation, Waltham Watch Company layoff kindness, Kennebec River ice breakup, and a veteran wood carver’s legacy. It also records a probate court scene with Judge Grant, a romance box surprise for Louis DePass, and mining magnate Quincy Shaw in brief.
The article notes Tomorrow's Picture-Argos will build a large two story bungalow on 66 acres bought at East ham. The 90 by 650 foot house sits on a knoll overlooking Nauset harbor with the ocean beyond. Shaw currently in Bermuda will return soon to push plans. Mrs Thomas P Curtis of Nahant, a noted horsewoman, is to marshal a May 2 suffrage parade and is training a high bred horse at her Nahant estate. Massachusetts begins fireproofing state offices and records on Beacon Hill at a cost around 10 000 dollars after years of jurisdiction and authority issues among departments.
Pocket effects mount on wide hip skirts while Butterfly Bows appear on cloaks and gowns. Clouded amber gains favor over clear, Crepe and veil frouncings are in demand, striped wool skirts pair with serge coats. Fashion favors golden brown and black. rich linings enhance plain wraps. Black silk stockings bear Dresden flowers. metal Jacquard ribbons brighten trims. Net pleatings adorn baby caps.
A poem by Walt Mason from 1914 extols early marriage and wedding celebrations. It envisions youths marrying under moonlight, showering blessings, and traditional rites like rings, orange blossoms, and rice.
Moorfield Storey replies to a Boston Post editorial dated April 7 1914 asserting New Haven officials fully cooperated with Interstate Commerce Commission probes since the February 7 resolution. He notes books and papers were supplied and a treasurer offered direct testimony in Washington and that others received subpoenas for the April 10 hearing.
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