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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1909
Page
6
The Boston Post announces vacation mail options for daily and Sunday editions with pricing for U S addresses and foreign possessions. Subscriptions must be prepaid. Changes of address are allowed and notices exist for discontinuation on expiration.
Commander-in-chief Draper, over fifty one, leads in yesterday’s mock battle amid downpour, as blithely as the youngest recruit, challenging those who call age a line of defeat.
The U S recruiting office refused to permit the young man to enlist, a case continued in court to allow navy entry. The article emphasizes the navy as an honor, not a reform school, and stresses uniforms as a symbol of distinction.
The dispute between Secretary Bal linger and Gifford Pinchot raises public concern as Pinchot argues a water power buyout threatens public rights. The likelihood of Pinchot being removed from his role seems unlikely to quell public doubt.
The Finance Commission demands full disclosure of all city contracts. It argues publicizing every contract detail would curb graft, reduce opportunities for polit ical plunder, and ultimately benefit the public purse.
The article notes many Confederate monuments rising in the South and urges acceptance of a memorial design for Confederate women's contributions. It argues that both North and South should honor their women's sacrifices and contrasts it with censure of a prior dedication to a notorious Andersonville governor.
Examination shows the Lucania’s fire twisted plates on the promenade deck but bulk heads prevented spread, leaving hull and machinery intact. The report asserts modern safeguards have curbed deep-sea perils, making life aboard a great liner safer than rail travel, with further developments anticipated.
The article argues that wireless telegraphy fireproofing of all material and improved fog signaling should allow passengers on the 20th century steamship to sleep as serenely as guests in first-class hotels ashore.
The American Prison Congress advances paroling life prisoners based on impulse care, prior record, and reform incentive, but skepticism arises about replacing governor pardon powers. Massachusetts judges weigh extenuating factors, and Charlestown inmates expect fair pardon review. Modifying life sentences to allow parole after years could invite more second degree murder convictions.
A reader asks when the unfinished Newton Newkirk synopsis will end as Stealthy Steve clings to a turning shaft under an airborne airship. He endures searing heat and uses grease for relief, finally stabilizing grip and lighting a cigarette as the perilous scene continues.
President Taft as ex officio head urges raising National Red Cross membership from 20 000 to 100 000 and argues a larger pool will allow faster relief in war pestilence famine fire floods and other calamities. He says a million members would be better.
A Philadelphia publication searches for a true national anthem finding no clear fit for America. It notes America and The Star Spangled Banner fall short and praises Yankee Doodle as the air that stirs American crowds most. It suggests setting dignified words to that tune, as Mrs Howe did with John Brown’s Body.
The Hankow Railroad loan grew to 30 million dollars with American bankers receiving a quarter. The article notes American pressure secured participation and reflects strong U S influence in the Far East under Taft, while cautioning that future zeal needs solid justification.
The New York County Academy of Medicine plans exercises honoring Holmes the Physician. Though known as Autocrat, Holmes was 35 years a Harvard Medical School anatomy professor and long active in practice. The world credits him as an author, making the medical commemoration especially apt.
Gripsholm, a 14th century royal fortress on Lake Meelen near Nykopping, Sweden, hosts tragic and romantic lore. It sheltered Margaret queen of Denmark and Norway and Gustavus Vasa, shaping Sweden’s early history. Today it draws few royals but remains a famed historic landmark. Tomorrow a view of Wisby is promised.
A social scene centers on Miss Edna Bruns hosting birthday cakes from St. Louis at the Orpheum. Newton fights brown tail and gypsy moths, a girl asks about stopping crawling on her arm. Bishop Cheverus School in East Boston nears occupancy with 16 rooms. A sanitary paper towel invention debuts in Montpelier. Many travelers have already made the journey since the line opened.
A Boston writer details a return to duty by Lieutenant Michael O Neal after a Maine fishing vacation. He also notes social outings of postal clerks on Brewster Island and a Illinois visit by Senator Goodwin, plus plans for Malden Lodge entertainment and observations on New York police and a new elevated line to Sullivan Square.
A Walt Mason verse from 1909 humorously contrasts old time travel by horse and carriage with modern conveyances. A wary horseman, a wary motorist, and an airship pilot rail against rides, praising their own preferred peril and practicality amid a chorus of comic yelps.
In Brockton on August 17 Rebecca Rosansky and Joseph Hurwitz were married by Rabbi Fine at Jacob Ginsberg’s home. Both spouses are described as sixty years old and each has five children from previous marriages.
Part of the Huntington avenue bridge over the Boston and Albany railroad is closed to traffic for reconstruction. Contractors will work on one half at a time to avoid a total closure, preserving usual traffic flow.
Postmaster General Hitchcock will depart Washington for Toledo to attend the annual convention of first class postmasters scheduled August 19 to 21. He will participate in meetings and discussions marking the event.
Judge Samuel R. Cutler of the Chelsea Police Court dismissed the complaint against John A. Christopher who admitted riding a motorcycle with improper lights. He ruled the new automobile law has no penalty in force yet since general enforcement begins July 1 and penalties start January 1, 1910.
Charles H. Moore 26 of 17 Harwich street was held in 1200 on a grand jury charge of breaking and entering the home of William Jones at 101 Warren avenue. Moore was captured by Jones after being awakened by noises and locked in a room until police arrived.
A reader pens Patience, a 19 year old who fell for a mystery man. Mildred Champagne counsels love at sight is risky, urges friendship and shared tastes, and suggests the man should take the initiative while she remains patient and agreeable.
A 20 year old man asks if he should end his two year affair after a young lady says she only wants friendship yet writes affectionate letters. He has not pursued other women or complained about her dating others and seeks guidance on spending time and money on another girl.
The Boston Post offers 25 dollars in four prizes for best ideas for comic picture series. First prize ten dollars and three five dollar prizes. ideas for accepted comics may win even without prizes. Submit brief ideas, no sketches, to Editor Comic Cuts, The Post, Boston.
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