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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
6
The Boston Post announces subscription prices and delivery options as of August 1909. Rates shown include daily and Sunday issues with yearly, half yearly, and monthly plans. Details list mail delivery, address changes, and payment guidance for readers nationwide.
The piece argues Wellman's dash for the Pole by airship has sentimental value rather than practical impact. It asserts the true aviation milestone will be the first Atlantic crossing, and suggests future readers may witness both feats, regardless of Wellman's luck.
The National Fraternal Congress report from Boston shows 51 fraternal societies in the US hold over 8 billion dollars in force. Minimum rate laws aided survival, with some societies collapsing early while others endured to stabilize business. Most policyholders now enjoy solid security, and few states tolerate old assessment plans that rewarded early death for benefits.
The article anticipates ideal wind and water for international sonder class races off Marblehead. It emphasizes skill over weather and hopes for favorable conditions so Ellen and other Yankee boats can dominate the finish.
San Francisco politics shift as Republicans name an alternative to Francis Heney while Heney factors on the ticket via Democratic nomination. The graft-hunter’s track record against Ruef-Schmitz bribe givers is highlighted as key to cleaning up city government.
The Floating Hospital seeks 10000 to continue its work aiding sick babies. Contributions may be sent to treasurer George C. Lee Jr at 44 State Street Boston, with any amount welcomed and put to use for the cause.
Reports diverge on Mr. Harriman's health and readiness to work. Some say he is eager to resume duties, others claim his health trip abroad failed and he seeks recovery at home. Public remains steady as global markets move beyond any single financial leader after Rogers' death.
The text argues that a Rockefeller withdrawal would not unsettle real values or national prosperity. It compares his departure to Mr. Rogers and Mr. Harriman, suggesting health concerns of individuals do not affect the wheat, corn and cotton-based American economy while Nature rewards growers.
The 1915 Boston Exposition planned for Nov 1–27 in the Old Art Museum building will showcase numerous civic projects. Project organizers report strong backing from civic, philanthropic, educational, and business groups and intend to unite many proposals for Boston’s betterment under one roof.
Chairman Folsom and Mayor Hibbard discuss keeping the Boston tax rate at 16.50 while the Finance Commission questions the assessors notes. Reports allege misvaluations including a lawyer with 1000 dollars wealth and a man taxed on a 2 dollar poll later raised to 8000. A thorough overhaul by independent experts is urged.
The National Peace Society denounces war games as waste but argues militia maneuvers train troops for police duty and defend peace. The Chelsea fire response by militia is praised as worth the cost, and Boston’s capture defense is cited as proof of readiness.
Critics say contract graft is endangered by required publicity of bids and contracts. Taft era rules curb census payrolls and civil service extensions reduce patronage. Ward heelers may seek other work as competent enumerators replace political appointees.
The government printing office now staffs over 4000 employees, reflecting growing federal payroll. Observers note that today the receipts of the New York post office equal the nation’s total from thirty years earlier, illustrating shifting scales in federal services.
The tale follows detective Stealthy Steve clinging to an airship propeller shaft as flames engulf his clothing. He remains witty and unbowed, later noting he still wears asbestos underwear despite near total destruction of his outer garments.
A feature on Sweden and Norway titled Lions of the North praising picturesque scenery and Bergen Norway as a top tourist and trading city. Bergen’s climate, harbor, Hanseatic history, and fish market are highlighted with note of 53 000 population and 72 inch annual rainfall. Tomorrow’s view is Wrang Waterfall.
A lieutenant colonel in the Cadets was wounded in the North Plymouth fight during a war game. Boston legal figures are spotted in London. A Newton man’s cigars get stuck to fly paper after paying with a dollar. Bingville Club invites John Fitzgerald to a barn dance with a high profile judging panel. Beachmont youths taunt Fort Banks at Winthrop Head during the war game, prompting warnings after a stern talk.
Joyful note from the author as management confirms the final chapter of the long running serial will appear in next Sunday's Post. The author invites readers to share in the celebration and asks them to urge their news dealer for the upcoming issue.
Uncle Walt recalls Holmes in Baker Street rooms with Watson. Holmes uses deduction to note Watson's recent marriage and changes in appearance, delivering a playful lecture on observation and memory. The piece combines humor with a homage to the great detective from 1909.
Dr. Michael Walsh of City Relief Hospital is drafted Tuesday and sent to the conflict zone near Bridgewater. He continues hospital duties yet receives notice to report at the front or face court martial, and obeys the summons despite his workload.
A married mother asks how to regain her husband’s love while keeping the family intact. The columnist urges patience and kindness over anger, notes many men return home when given freedom and territory, and warns that preserving the home for the children may require silent endurance until the erring spouse seeks reconciliation.
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