The Boston Post April 19 1999 Subscription Rates Notice
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Harvard Eight Shows Fine Form in Charles River Race
The Harvard varsity eight delivered a polished display on the short Charles River Basin course. Columbia’s weaknesses were clear, but Harvard demonstrated waterman ship, crew selection, and early season strength likely to reach championship form in future contests.
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Marathon Race Draws Elite Long-Distance Runners
Patriots Day feature brings top entrants from the United States and abroad to Ashland to Boston for the Boston Athletic Association Marathon. Clear weather and fair roads set the stage for a highly anticipated event with many entrants and strong public interest.
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America
Appointment of Mgr. Joseph G. Anderson as auxiliary bishop
The clergy applaud the appointment of Rt Rev Mgr Joseph G Anderson to auxiliary bishop of the Boston archdiocese. A Boston native, he has led Catholic charities reform and served at the State prison and as vicar general. He will likely remain pastor of St Pauls Dorchester, early forties in age and seen as offering long service.
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Patriotism Then and Now Echoed in New England Rally
A reflective piece recalls Paul Revere and the birth of a nation 134 years ago, contrasting historic patriotism with modern outdoor sports. It celebrates the 13th Marathon, various contests, and the return of spring while urging remembrance of early patriots who built the nation and posing what deeds will echo globally.
Water Conservation Plan For New York State
The article notes spring floods and August droughts halt mills in New York. It cites 1908 flood damage of 260 million dollars and calls for conserving billions of gallons across 12 watersheds. After two years the State Water Supply Commission releases a comprehensive report urging state action.
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Plan to Build Vast Reservoirs for Power and Flood Control
The proposal outlines constructing reservoirs at about 30 million dollars to produce roughly 2 million horsepower annually and generate 900 thousand dollars in revenue. It argues conserving energy by using river water to power mills, aid mills and farmers, and water management amid floods and droughts.
Insurance Against War Through Naval Policy Reform
Secretary Meyer argues for a larger fleet as insurance against war and cites costs of the Spanish War. He proposes a 10 year halt on new battleships by six major powers, promoting aviation and national education as cheaper security than steel mobilization. He suggests Taft enact a global naval pause to redirect funds to resources and culture.
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Tariff Debate Opens as Aldrich Prepares Speech
The article notes Senator Aldrich ready to open the tariff debate with President Taft’s push for action. It recalls the Payne bill’s House passage, Senate committee review, and hopes for a purposeful, though incomplete, reworking of the tariff. Washington signals business, with a possible near-term, definite end in sight.
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Youth Out of Work Causes Nashua Suicide
Charles A. Ashline, 21, shot himself at his Nashua New Hampshire home tonight. He had been unemployed for about a week and left no known motive. He was unmarried.
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Omitted Synopsis Prompts Readers Not to Recount
The author states the acute stage of the tale prevents a synopsis and skips it for today. The note explains the frenzied readers should not be burdened with a summary and signs off authoritatively.
Stealthy Steve’s Plan Fails as Admiral Sails Unseen
Steve discovers the Admiral left without him as his watch stops at 5 minutes to 8. He fears Colonel Roosevelt’s suspicions and the loss of papers, then buys water skates in Naples as a bold but uncertain remedy.
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Stealthy Steve Skates From Dock to Ocean Chase
Stealthy Steve propels himself on water skates from the dock toward a departing ship aided by the moonlight. He battles a norwester and a pursuing monster shark, then outpaces the creature and returns to Admiral Roosevelt’s ship to report his daring feat. The tale notes Steve’s world championship status in water skating.
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Genevieve
Colonel Roosevelt
Removal of Bible From Schools Sparks Rebuke at Anniversary
The Rev. William H. Van Allen and the Rev. O. P. Gifford condemned school Bible removals during addresses at Tremont Temple for the Florence Crittenden League of Compassion first anniversary. Rev. A. Z. Conrad reviewed the institution’s work as president.
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Boston Rail Rule Affects Funeral Processions
Observants report a motorman told by company rule he may not cross or disturb a funeral procession. Chelsea Yacht Club adds boats to fleet as season approaches and plans become one of the club’s best. People remark on Boston transit growth from North Station to Washington and State Streets. A Harvard professor amid estate work in Cambridge and Gridiron Club dinner in Washington are noted. A North Cambridge car sighting prompts laughter over a doll like baby in a woman’s arms. Spring life returns to Fenway paths and parks as people seek fresh air and frogs’ peeps. Patriots Day flags fly at banks citywide. A man recalls a crowded L train ride and a quarrel over a mother and child. A Great Blue Hill outing ends with a mounted park police speeding up the path. A suspected thief’s hair is used to conceal a stolen watch in a detention house.
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White House Cow Causes Taft Turmoil Allegedly
A 1909 verse humorously imagines Mrs. Taft owning a cow that disrupts daily life at the White House. It quips that President Taft’s routine and dignity suffer as the creature tramples flowers and stalls, with humorous forecasts about milk prices and domestic chores.
Fire destroys Whitney carriage paint shop in Leominster
Fire at the F. A. Whitney carriage making plant destroyed the paint shop in Leominster early today, causing an estimated loss of about 16 thousand dollars, with insurance partially covering the damage. Officials cite spontaneous combustion in the paint as the likely cause.
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