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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1909
Page
6
The August 21 1909 Boston Post issue lists daily and Sunday subscription prices, half year and quarterly rates, single copies, and mail delivery options. It notes offices at 250 Washington St Boston Mass and provides contact lines and editor publisher details.
The Census reports 33,000,000 church members and 1.25 billion dollars invested in church property in the United States, suggesting strength for believers amid claims of secular decline.
Ex Captain Harry Dawson died yesterday and left a complex legacy. He led the underworld to fear his strong hand against crooks while many respected citizens recall his generous help in times of need.
The essay argues Mr Bryan travels abroad to study the Old World and Australia for three years. It warns against rushing such a project and suggests extending to five years to complete his literary labor without distraction from forthcoming campaigns. The Democratic national committee should advocate this timetable.
The text quotes Senator Bailey declaring he has cast bitterness away yet questions arise about the Democratic faction that trusted him. It accuses him of betrayal and aligning with corrupt capitalistic influences he had long opposed, fueling party distrust.
The Hon. John F. Fitzgerald, returning from Europe, denies reports he plans not to run for Mayor again. The piece condemns opponents for circulating falsehoods and warns that lies against candidates are bad politics and risk exposure costs. The article argues experienced politicians avoid such tactics.
A war game shows the cavalry branch must be expanded or reinforced. General Pew notes mounted units are essential to outpost screening while the Tenth U S Cavalry and a New York squadron aided the invaders by tracking Blues. Governor Draper should push rapid cavalry expansion or detachments to infantry regiments.
Chicago school board professor Alfred R Urion urges abolishing secret organizations in public schools citing dangers from youths forming social censor groups. He warns such cliques lead to disruptive imitation of Greek letter frater nities and erode scholastic purpose.
The excerpt argues for emphasizing social tolerance and broad sympathy during school days. It contends that student societies should organize around ability and contribution, not display of social superiority among girls and boys.
The Anti Imperialist League asks President Taft to oppose a new colonial department for affairs of Porto Rico and the Philippines. It urges a strengthened Insular Bureau to manage dependencies with efficient officials and minimal White House interference. The group cites Secretary Root’s plan and notes Taft’s apparent approval.
Newton Newkirk teases tomorrow's Sunday Post final Stealthy Steve episode and a Monday feature Confessions of the Author of In Brightest Africa. He notes the Sphinx returns Tuesday with a fall costume and Little Memoirs resumes, plus a new stenographer for the Businessman.
A Maine based letter to Major Higginson criticizes Harvard and its name in connection with Eliot's five feet of books. The author argues against the use of Harvard prestige for a money making edition, praising cheap classics for broad education and cultural access.
A teacher, Laurie C. Ingram, traveled steerage to afford a Europe trip and returned penniless yet well dressed. He was delayed a full day at Ellis Island and subjected to a humiliating medical exam despite his American citizenship, provoking criticism of dollars as the test of worthiness. The piece contrasts the treatment of a poor scholar with that of a first class traveler and questions immigrant policy.
A Opinion piece blasts New York State authorities for failing to curb gambling at Saratoga where a bettor reportedly won $20,000 on a long shot last week. The author contrasts New York with New England actions, urging sharper enforcement and impartial judges.
Twenty six members of the Worcester Polytechnic Institute junior class will start Monday under Professor Howard C. Ives to lay out a railroad through the wilderness from Chaffin's northward.
A comic tale follows Stealthy Steve a six eyed detective as he climbs a moving airship car in bare asbestos underwear. He eyes Stub the Sting and Shopslid Sue while pondering a disguise and a daring plan to obtain clothing. The cliffhanger ends with The Sunday Post tease.
A described voyage from Skien to Bandak Lake via the Loveid Canal includes seven rock carved locks and two dams, lifting the steamer 178 feet with the Vrang waterfall at 80 feet. The journey, starting in Skien, showcases the Telemarken lake district’s famed scenery and tourist appeal.
An urgent request urges readers to reserve tomorrow's Sun day Post from their local news dealer with immediate action. The notice emphasizes quick response and consistent daily delivery.
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