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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1911

Page

8

Woman Buys Clothes Supply for Boy’s Gift

A woman visits a local furnishing store and purchases three suits of clothes along with a full assortment of underwear hats shoes and all accessories as a gift for the boy.

Railroads plan through route Boston to New York via Springfield

The New York Central and the New Haven reach a covenant on controlling the Boston and Albany line. They agree to through train service via New York and Rotterdam Junction and to maintain the route as a distinct property under a Central Company manager.

Boston New York Springfield Boston & Albany New York Central New Haven Board of Railway Commissioners Rotterdam Junction Central Company Boston & Albany Railroad

Little Known Facts About Well Known Persons

Congressmen James T McDermott of Illinois is an expert telegrapher and was a Western Union employee. Herbert D Ward the novelist is a Massachusetts prison commissioner. his wife Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward died recently. Adolph J Sabath M D from Illinois born in Bohemia began as justice of the peace and later Chicago police court magistrate. George Westinghouse the capitalist is president of corporations with about 100000000 capital employing 6000 men. John Wingate Weeks M D from Massachusetts Naval Academy graduate. later Florida land commissioner.

James Thomas McDermott Illinois Western Union Company Herbert D. Ward Massachusetts Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward Adolph J. Sabath Bohemia Chicago George Westinghouse John Wingate Weeks Naval Academy Florida

Sewing Circle Opens Forum for Boston Homemakers

The Sewing Circle section invites New England homemakers to discuss home life problems health tips and simple remedies. Correspondents may use pen names and ask each other questions sharing advice on managing families and domestic tasks. Letters should be single sided and addressed to the Sewing Circle Editor in Boston Post.

Sewing Circle Boston Daily and Sunday Post New England Boston Post

Bridesmaid Gift Ideas For Practical Pretty Presents

A thoughtful bridesmaid gift should be pretty yet usable since she rarely wears jewelry. Consider a stylish scarf, personalized tote, or scented candle set paired with a heartfelt note. For the groom’s gift, a keepsake photo frame or engraved bottle opener can be appropriate. The best man could receive a quality wallet, a personalized flask, or a watch accessory to mark the occasion.

Nureae

First Wife's Picture Letters to Boston Post Readers

A reader writes from a bereaved first wife sharing a heartfelt plea about memory and loyalty after a separation. She describes a neighbor’s letter about a wife who died, urging husbands to honor the late spouse by keeping her memory and portrait cherished, while she herself promises care for the husband's children and a future return.

Boston Post

Helping Out Relatives

A young wife writes about the burdens of helping relatives and the obligation felt to relatives' children. She recalls the constant calls to care for nephews and nieces, comparing prior duty to her own fresh family life with three children. She argues for personal boundaries and gratitude-based help rather than expecting favors.

Sadie

Roslindale Baptist Church Plans Expansion Drive

The Roslindale Baptist Church in Boston intends to enlarge its building and raise 3750 dollars through 150 shares of 25 dollars each, due before April 1, 1912. Two thirds funds will clear property incumbrances on the Barton estate, one third funds the church extension. Almost all shares were sold last Sunday, with only 20 remaining.

Roslindale

Mellen Opposes Monopoly but Backs Rail Entry

President Mellen of the New Haven railroad told Governor Foss he favored entry of the Grand Trunk railway into Boston and also the Canadian Pacific, signaling openness to expanded rail connections amid talks in the governor's conference.

Mellen New Haven Railroad Foss Grand Trunk Railway Boston Canadian Pacific Railroad

Boston urged to host dual railroad terminals by city leaders

City officials argued that Boston would gain enormous commercial benefit if the two major railways, led by President Mellen and Vice-President Byrnes, established terminals in the city. The proposal emphasized economic growth and regional connectivity.

Ence Mellen Byrnes Boston

Joint Conference Considered Over Grand Trunk Terminus

Officials from the Grand Trunk Railway and Governor President Mellen Mayor Fitzgerald and local business leaders discuss a proposed conference to talk over making the city a Grand Trunk terminus. While New Haven road reactions are mixed, Mellen welcomes railroad entrance due to potential large advantages.

Grand Trunk Railway Company Mellen Fitzgerald Grand Trunk New Haven

Docks development discussed as Governor prepares state message

The article notes ongoing talks on docks development with President Mellen pledging cooperation with the State. The Governor plans to send a message to the Legislature on the subject, indicating imminent official action.

Mellen

Prohibition Needs Abstinence Backing Says Former Judge

Augusta April 27 Former Judge Oliver G Hall who served 21 years as Kennebec county Superior Court judge says Maine prohibitory law alone cannot curb liquor sales and must be supported by a total abstinence sentiment.

Augusta Maine Oliver G. Hall Kennebec County

Explosion in Rum Cargo Kills Fireman in Pointe-a-Pitre

At Pointe-a-Pitre Guadeloupe April 27 a French steamer named Maroni loading rum and sugar caught fire in the cargo. An explosion among rum barrels followed fire damage, killing one fireman and prompting efforts to control the blaze.

Pointe-A-Pitre Guadelou PR

Langtry sworn in as secretary of state

A. P. Langtry of Springfield was elected Secretary of State by the legislature on Wednesday afternoon. He took the oath at 3 o clock and assumed duties immediately. He resigned his seat as representative from the Springfield district yesterday morning.

A. P. Langtry Springfield

Little Girl's Party Dress and Letter Snippet

A column reveals dress ideas for a child party with a Hamburg or muslin lace dress and simple decorations. It also shares party food suggestions of cheese crackers cookies coffee or cocoa and notes several readers with brief messages to "Naewton" "Carmelita" "Lucy B" and "Querida" expressing appreciation and requests for more correspondence. The tone is playful and domestic with brief reflections on letters and a note from ABBIE MARIE.

Naewton Carmelita Lucy B Querida Abbie Marie

How She Used Cigar Ribbons

A reader describes using cigar bands by covering a half yard of black cloth with a bridge stitched near the edge. The piece explores a creative crafting approach with everyday materials and personal narration.

Daily Sunday Post

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