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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1912
Page
14
Brief notices and updates issued by Post Publishing Co from Boston Massachusetts dated April 11 1912. Partial items readable include local happenings and notices typical of a daily newspaper page.
A historical report condemns harsh discrimination against a man defined by his skin color, noting his only fault was not being born white and highlighting the prevailing intolerance and cruelty he faced.
The New York Public Service Commission bars transfers that give a bare majority to the Central without safeguarding minority holders. It requires the Central to take over minority stock on the same terms as offered to the New Haven, signaling tighter controls on rail road swaps and likely foiling the Rutland acquisition. This move ends era of minority oppression and big‑player stock swaps.
The article previews two leading expositions designed to attract visitors, detailing planned exhibits, attractions, and the expected impact on tourism in San Francisco and San Diego. It outlines organizers' goals and the scale of the events.
The notice lists daily and Sunday Post subscription prices for one year six months three months and shorter terms. It also states rates for Canada and foreign copies, postage surcharges in the Boston district, and payment guidance noting payees and risk warnings.
The notice lists editorial rooms and offices at Main, with subscription terms requiring advance payment. It warns that subscriptions will be discontinued on expiration and urges readers to notify if the Post is not received from a newsdealer or newsboy.
Quote from Robert Hoe announces the Boston Post now owns the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the largest press in the world, highlighting its prominence in the industry.
The Post endorses Chairman Riley of the Democratic State committee for abstaining from active campaigning for any presidential candidate until the Baltimore nomination. It says the head of a state party should not engage in personal fights before a national decision and that exiting the fray is honorable if needed.
Francis Bartlett donates property valued at 1.5 million dollars to the Boston Art Museum. Trustees hope the gift steadies income as public funds for the museum remain unavailable. The donation underscores private generosity preserving resources and prestige for the institution.
The Illinois primaries delivered a decisive defeat for Lorimer aligned factions. Lensmall lost to Deneen for governor, Cullom failed to win Senate renomination, and Taft was defeated by Roosevelt. Lorimer remains in the Senate but his political era in Illinois is over and his first term will end.
The piece mocks Secretary Whitlock of the American Bar Association for claiming Attorney General Wickersham coerced the executive committee with press statements. It argues the Lewis case against William H. Lewis hinges on race, asserting his skin color alone justifies expulsion from the Bar.
A legislative committee proposal for automobile registration shifts heavier costs onto small cars while treating motor trucks as leisure vehicles. The bill sets a five dollar minimum and 50 cents per horsepower for over ten HP, boosting small car owners by about 75 percent on average, while higher power cars face lesser increases. The plan also taxes business vehicles like passenger cars, a policy seen as poor public judgment.
The piece condemns Henry W. Page of New York for calling Representative Clayton crude names in a speech. It warns he must answer in court for his unfettered rhetoric and notes safer ways to attack Congress exist.
The House military affairs committee condemns Secretary of War Stimson for ousting Adjutant General Ainsworth and reminds him he is answerable to Congress. It warns heads of departments not to see Congress as meddling, urging reflection on the Hay report.
The 1846 capture of Santa Barbara by General Fremont marks a pivotal moment in California’s transition from Mexican to American rule. Detailed actions include Fremont’s march from Monterey to Santa Barbara, the Bear Flag era, Castros retreat, and Fremont’s eventual governorship before California’s statehood in 1850.
A local poem praises Revere Massachusetts police strength and safety at Crescent Beach. It lauds officers as bold defenders and mocks criminals, emphasizing community security and trust.
Maine Vermont and New York added quotas of interest to the Republican nominating contest. Roosevelt gains a slight edge after Vermont and New York chose Taft delegates at large, strengthening a fighting nucleus for Chicago. Taft camp now hedges expectations and acknowledges a real showdown ahead.
A dated, satirical note blames the Telephone Company for poor service and assigns fault to the telephone girls as organizers. It suggests better working conditions and asks for improved subscriber service, hoping for both changes and fair treatment.
Governor Woodrow Wilson attended the Syracuse Chamber of Commerce banquet as guest of honor. He arrived in Syracuse having had his belongings stolen in Chicago and sought to buy a ready-made dress suit locally. A humorous exchange in the clipping jokes about fitting Wilson and a social club’s ball in May.
A satirical poem argues against mass punishment via jail and favors reform over retribution. It contrasts the speaker's belief in peaceful education with neighbor Jonas Yawp who celebrates jailing criminals and the rich. The speaker questions the efficacy of prison and advocates guiding offenders back to the right path.
Town officials face pressure from residents demanding an automobile patrol. The town marshal and mayor spar over the idea with citizens joking about preferring arrest for a ride.
Paris April 10 Robert Bacon who resigned as United States ambassador to France will sail with Mrs Bacon for the United States on the liner La France on April 20. Arthur Bailly Blanchard first secretary at the embassy will also sail to Tokio on the same vessel. Myron T Herrick the new ambassador will sail from New York on La Provence tomorrow and reach Havre April 17.
Finley McRae national grand treasurer of the Fraternal Order of Eagles died in Helena Montana after an operation a telegram received here states.
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