Boston Post Early 1914 Publication and Subscriptions
The Boston Post in August 1914 outlines daily and Sunday subscription rates for U S Canada and foreign editions. It notes vacation mail options with rates for two weeks and monthly charges and provides office address at 259 Washington Street Boston Mass.
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Post Publishing Co
Washington Street
Boston
Mass
U. S
Canada
Sunday Post
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POST
Daily Post
United States
Mase
Boston swimmer to attempt Channel crossing to England
The text notes Sam Richards plans an immediate Channel swim with his rowboat flying the American flag. It portrays his bravery and views the effort as a neutral despatch mission if successful, while stressing dangers posed by the Channel itself.
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Boston
Sam Richards
England
Channel
Richards
North Sea
Up-To-Date China Declares Indefinite Moratorium
The piece notes China’s new republic adopting a permanent moratorium on debt payments, surpassing European declarations by making the deferment indefinite. Bondholders are warned their claims may remain unpaid for a long time, with nonpayment attributed to evolving customs and manners.
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China
Amateurs Shine in European Diplomatic Posts
The article notes renewed praise for American diplomats in Europe once mocked as amateurs. It reports that these appointees have performed well for American citizens and earned broad press commendation from belligerent and neutral nations alike, suggesting more such conduct would be welcome.
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Europe
Roosevelt seeks venue change in Barnes libel suit
The despatch notes Colonel Roosevelt plans to ask for a change of venue in the Barnes libel case, citing Albany county’s strong Barnes ties as bias. It compares to his prior suit against a Michigan editor who did not seek outside the United States and questions the logic of Roosevelt’s plea.
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Roosevelt
William Barnes
Albany County
Barnes
Michigan
United States
Sun Power Plant Ignites Heat From Solar Mirrors
An English company constructs a sun power plant in Egypt near the equator to heat water and produce steam power, aiming to supply summer temperatures and energy to less fortunate regions. The concept traces to early American experiments using mirrors to focus solar rays. This development marks a bold step toward solar energy over coal and wood.
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Egypt
Equator
Possible leap toward terrestrial power hinted in steam engine progress
The text suggests a recognition of a breakthrough by comparing modern steam engine development to Watts and hints that the ultimate source of terrestrial power may be nearer than imagined. It frames evolving technology as a bridge from kettle steam to future energy, implying optimism about transformative progress.
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Watts
The Master Hand and Wilsons Neutrality Guiding Policy
An editorial praises President Wilson for maintaining strict neutrality during World War I. It argues free expression has limits under national law and urges newspapers to avoid bias while the public trusts Wilson to steer the country through the crisis. It lauds his leadership on Panama tolls, currency reform, and the Mexican issue.
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United States
Wilson
Washington
Woodrow Wilson
Ernest Fox Nichols
Dartmouth College
New Zealand
British Association For the Advancement of Science
Nichols
San Francisco
Public spirit shown by General Peabody razing fire menace
General Francis Peabody agreed to demolish his building declared a fire hazard due to its access through a narrow court. Mayor Curley noted the cost to Peabody, yet the act surprised few who know his character. The move may spur others to consider public good over private interests.
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Francis Peabody
Curley
Peabody
Freedom at Last King frees suffragettes amid political move
The King orders release of all suffragettes imprisoned for militant outrages. The announcement labels enforcement ineffective and notes the move could boost support for the suffrage cause. Pankhursts are cited as leaders who suffered personally, while the movement gains sympathy from violent demonstrators.
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England
Pankhursts
Shamrock IV Laid Up in Bermuda and Race Postponed
The Shamrock IV is laid up at Bermuda as a British sport champion. Officials project the America's Cup races postponed with possible extension to next year. The piece notes an international question and hints at potential future arrival of Sir Thomas and Shamrock.
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Bermuda
Great Britain
Royal Ulster Yacht Club
Thomas
All Sorts by Newton Newkirk
A reader questions if Newton Newkirk is related to Alexander Selkirk. The reply denies any family connection, ridicules Selkirk prestige claims, and defends the Newkirk lineage as exclusive. The letter-writer notes Simp initials and teases the correspondent’s name.
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Newton Newkirk
Mr. Newkirk
Alexander Selkirk
Mr. Selkirk
Selkirks
Newkirks
I. M
Mansfield
Mass
Newkir&s
Selkirk
Juan Fernandez
Robinson Crusoe
Alex
Safety First Barber Shop Provokes Strong Reactions
A Vermont newspaper feature mocks a barber shop appeal to shave customers urging caution and humor about the risks of a barber's razor. A reader warns against patronage and jokes about avoiding a fatal end in the chair.
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Vermont
Dog Days Echo in Classified Fragments
Fragments from a miss labeled item mix dog days and exclamations about wd dogs in a box. The quirky OCR lines include phrases like BOW WOW WOW and terms such as humors and gloom, suggesting a stray, garbled snippet rather than a full story.
Wings of Sunshine Poem by Bentztown Bard
The verse paints a lyrical sunrise with flashing wings and pinions sweeping dawn. It evokes sea season winds, sails, and a majesty of snow, promising eternal beauty and mirth. The piece envisions voices, light, blossoming, and April forever across land and sea.
Limited Cable Service to England Announced
The cable department of the Western Union Telegraph Company announced it is accepting deferred cables and cable letters to England and Scotland. Cables are being accepted to Liverpool Birmingham Manchester Dundee Glasgow Newcastle upon Tyne Leeds and London.
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Western Union Telegraph Company
Hav
England
Scotland
Liverpool
Birmingham
Manchester
Dundee
Glasgow
Newcastle
Ryne
Leeds
London
Belgrade Lakes Region ranks as top Maine vacation lure
The Belgrade Lakes along with the Kennebec chain attract many tourists seeking offbeat escapes. Long Lake and Great Lake offer scenic shores and islands, while famed bass trout and salmon fisheries draw anglers from distant regions. Nearby upper Kennebec forests host hotels and camps with rugged wilderness appeal to lovers of silent solitude.
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Maine
Rangeley Lakes
Moosehead
Rangeleys
Belgrade Lakes
Kennebec
Long Lake
New England
Great Lake
Bermudas
Boston Items from 1915 Era Describe Gardens Flags and Notables
The column notes local scenes at Franklin Park Gardens and the Seaver Street border, describes the mayoral flag edict limiting displays to the Stars and Stripes, and mentions plans to extend Mr. Fisher’s garden with a rose trellis. It also covers travelers, a Tokyo silver cigarette case, a new telephone exchange, and civic figures in wartime service.
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Boston
Curley
Europe
Franklin Park
Mr. Fisher
Seaver Street
Judd Dewey
Japan
Massachusetts
Hills
Tokio
Mikado
Dewey
Imperial Silversmith
New Telephone Exchange
New England Telephone and Telegraph Company
Waverly Street
Roxbury
Albert von Schroeder
New York
Vaterland
France
Hamburg
Peter McNally
Barnum & Bailey’s
Mr. McNally
Glory and Goodness by Walt Mason
A reflective verse urging humility and charity over wealth and fame. The speaker cautions that pride and material Gains corrode the heart, while a kind, true life places one among the hosts of Aidena rather than worldly hall of fame.
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Aidena
Walt Mason
Adama
Dear Miss Champagne Love Advice From a Young Suitor
A 22 year old man asks how to tell a steady girl of his feelings and whether to engage. The columnist advises patience, suggests he continue dating for another year, and notes a strong conviction should naturally lead to an engagement.
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Miss Champagne
Lancaster Observes 150th Anniversary Celebration
Lancaster N H august 11 Lancaster, a picturesque town in the White Mountains, begins a three day celebration marking the 150th anniversary of its founding with ceremonies and community events.
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Lancaster
N. H
White Mountains
Fads and Fashions Highlight Full Silks and Yoke Skirts
Paragraphs describe a fashion season featuring fuller silhouettes, bold patterned silks with large flowers, cross stitched peacock towel ends, and lace over satin tunics. Fall yoke skirts gain favor with belts and sash-like long ends, suede and cloth boot tops remain in style, and khaki returns with flounces and straight lines for coats.
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