Post Publishing Co Daily April 23 1906 Boston
Daily issue of the Post Publishing Company dated April 23 1906 from Boston Massachusetts. Includes subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions and notes on payment in advance. Editor and Publisher listed as R A Grozier with office addresses and telephone lines.
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Post Publishing Co
Office
Washington St
Boston
Mass
Mase
Post Publishing “Company
R. A. Grozier
Dynamite at Fires Shows Futility in San Francisco Blaze
The article notes dynamite attempted to halt the San Francisco fire proved futile, speeding destruction as water failed. It cites earlier Boston 1872 failures and warns that explosives offered no real restraint to the conflagration. A humorous Baseball fan slang list follows, offering playful insults for players amid a game.
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San Francisco
Boston
Rhode Island hotel liquor bill faces House vote
The editorial warns against an attempted House defeat of a bill extending hours for hotels to serve alcohol, noting broad support in both chambers and urging restraint. It argues opposing tactics could harm public confidence and the pro prohibitionist cause.
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Senate
San Francisco Rebuilds on Its Original Site
The city will rise again on the old foundation with fireproof and earthquake‑proof construction. Strong efforts urge systematic relief funding led by the Massachusetts Relief Committee for California, coordinated by Kidder Peabody & Co. with $25,000 sent within hours and totals reaching about $337,000 by Saturday night.
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San Francisco
Bay
San Pablo
Chicago
Galveston
San Francisco Call
Babel
Pacific Coast
Asia
South America
California
Boston
Massachusetts
Guild
Fitzgerald
Massachusetts Relief Committee For
Messrs. Kidder, Peabody & Co
New England
Hearing on forest reservation in the White Mountains
A congressional hearing in Washington on a bill to create a White Mountains forest reservation, backed by forestry authorities and commercial interests. The Massachusetts commission led by Theophilus Parsons presents Massachusetts views with representation from mills, textile industries, lumber, and Harvard scholars.
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Washington
Congressional Committee
White Mountains
Congress
New England
Governor Guild
Massachusetts
Theophilus Parsons
Lyman Mills
Harvey I
Shepard
Appalachian Club
D. Blakeley Hoar
O. G. Duhamel
Mills
J. Raynor Edmunds
Harvard
Alfred Akerman
Edwin A. Start
Massachusetts Forestry Association
The
Call for Immediate Action on Scenic Preservation Costs
The speech defends spending to conserve natural beauty and scenery, arguing it benefits industries across several states, regional fertility, and public health. It urges Congress to heed the Massachusetts commission’s representations and act promptly.
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Massachusetts Commission
Congress
The Artificial Life Poem from Newark News
A poem satirizes a man and his wife living an entirely artificial life from cradle to grave. The verse traces artificial comforts from crib to college, dinner to death, ending with an artificial tombstone and nodding daisies in Newark News.
Young Bride’s Father Wins Elopement Case
Burlington Vermont April 22 The elopement of Miss Hazel J Hobart and Alexander O Allard last October ended in annulment through the young bride’s father’s complaint. The girl was 17 at elopement and has since reached legal age. They lived together until October end when Mr Hobart persuaded her to return home.
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Burlington, Vt
Hazel J. Hobart
Alexander O. Allard
Costly diamonds hinder young men planning marriage in Brunswick
A letter laments rising diamond prices worsen the burden on frugal suitors, urging President Roosevelt to curb rents and living costs. The writer coins a fusty quip about alimony and muses on the social strain of marriage amid inflation, signing from Brunswick Maine.
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Roosevelt
New Style of Cent: Nickel or Aluminum in Change
After almost 50 years the bronze cent faces a design change. A congressional committee oversees experiments on a new metal to replace the copper cent adopted in 1864. The alternative metals under consideration are pure nickel or aluminum.
Clergyman John Ellis Quits Pulpit for Socialism
The Rev John Ellis a prominent clergyman socialist orator and telegrapher announces his retirement from church duties to pursue socialist work and political activities.
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John Ellis
Bemis Bachelors Highlight George Frisbee Grogan
One of Bemis townsmen who stands as an eligible bachelor, George Frisbee Grogan, is a noted athlete and leader in society. At about 80, he works for the Boston and Maine railroad and enjoys popularity among colleagues. He is a Knight of Columbus member and active in Catholic organizations, known for entertaining efforts.
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Bemis
George Frisbee Grogan
Grogan
Boston & Maine Railroad
Mr. Grogan
Knights of Columbus
Society Notes Preview European Sailings and Births
Mrs. J Homer Wright plans a June departure for Europe and Norway to regain strength after illness. News arrives of a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs Richard Thornton Wilson of New York, with Marion Mason and Dr and Mrs A Lawrence Mason among the rejoicing grandparents. Various Cambridge and Newton residents embark for Europe or return from extended travels, including the Davises at Greystone Farm and the Cabots in New York.
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J. Homer Wright
Mountfort Street
Europe
Norway
Marion Mason
Clarendon Street
William H. Howard
Commonwealth Avenue
Nathaniel Whiting
Mt. Auburn Chapel
Whiting
Howard
Frances
Soward
John K. Howard
Marlboro Street
New York
Albemarle
Nathaniel L. Francis
Zeeland
Antwerp
Frederick H. Tucker
Church Street
Newton
Celtic
The Indian Princess Reveals a Cowardly Reginald
Priscilla declares her love and exposes Reggy as a coward by confessing she posed as the Indian princess at Florence Woodbury’s party. He confesses his feelings and asks her to marry, while she reveals she has loved him for ages and forgives his past hesitation.
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Myles Standish
Reggy
Priscilla Prescott
Reginald Woodbury
Priscilla
Florence
Teeweeleema
Shim
Reginald
Mr. Woodbury
Notable 1778 raid and actor Joseph Jefferson’s death
April 23 marks Captain Paul Jones destroying shipping at Whitehaven England in 1778. A year ago today the renowned actor Joseph Jefferson died, noted in this observance.
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Paul Jones
White Haven
England
Advice on Love From Mildred Champagne in The Boston Post
A reader asks Mildred Champagne how to tell if a 20 year old loves her. The columnist replies that fault finding signals lack of interest and urges caution, noting that a young man of twenty is often too young to appreciate deep romance and may fault find out of irritation.
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Miss Champagne
Boston Post
Wright Lorimer closes Philadelphia engagement urges public taste lift
Noted actor Wright Lorimer ended a Philadelphia engagement with a speech urging higher public tastes in drama. Bertie Bancroft of MIT 07, star of Sally in Tech’s show, may pursue professional acting after studies, drawing praise from Eddie Foy. Also noted are church activities, park scenes with swan boats, new sand plots, early birds in Franklin Park, and the death of Mrs. Michael J. Daley of Readville.
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Wright Lorimer
Philadelphia
Bertie Bancroft
Sally
Tech ‘Theatricals
Eddie Foy
Bancroft
Doogue
The Right Kind of Girl for a Poor Man’s Wife
A reader asks if a woman’s dress matters in choosing a wife. The column replies that a suitable wife should look their best and be a credit to loved ones, even on a tight budget. It cautions against slovenliness and urges tasteful grooming within means.
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Miss Champagne
Ann Brackett Celebrates 96th Birthday at Park Home
Portsmouth report notes Mrs. Ann Brackett turned 96 yesterday and marked the milestone quietly at the home of her son in law George L. Park.
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Portsmouth
N. N
Ann Brackett
George L. Park
Gentlemen and Altitude Jokes Highlight Capitol Night
A collection of brief remarks and quips from Washington and Chicago pages. A D A R member is urged to be resilient at the White House while royalty reminders surface. A Capitol Hill singer outwits a thoughtless caller with a witty comeback about altitude and brains.
John Craigs Farewell at Castle Square Theatre
John Craig ends his run with the company after Romeo and Juliet at Castle Square Theatre. The house was packed and he received a silver loving cup as a parting gift. Craig praised the cheering audience and noted frequent farewells in his career.
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Castle Square Theatre
John Craig
Craig
Romeo
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