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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1908
Page
6
The Boston Post issue from August 28, 1908 lists daily and Sunday edition prices, with subscriptions for various terms and rates for Canada. notices payment methods and mailing details.
The Daily Post offers mail delivery nationwide at 25c per month with a Sunday Post also 25c monthly. Address changes available on request. Subscriptions must be prepaid and may be discontinued after expiration. If not available from a news dealer, notify by mail. FE. A. GQPROZIPR is editor and publisher.
Mayor Hibbard returns from Provincetown and says no appointment will be made to fill the Transit Board vacancy created by Thomas J. Gargan. He argues a three member board can complete the work, and the Legislature should reorganize to cut costs. Gargan’s service is acknowledged, but the board will be reduced to three.
The Democratic State committee established headquarters at 43 Tremont Street and issued the call for a statewide convention at Faneuil Hall on Thursday Oct 1. John F Meany chairman of the executive committee announces a campaign to unite all Democrats in rebuilding party prestige and supporting Bryan and Kern. He urges active support from every voter and pledges openness to all factions. A solid Massachusetts Democracy could influence national affairs in Washington.
Tony Pastor became a familiar name on two continents as the originator of the serio comic singing style. He combined pathetic and humorous songs to build a lasting cult, maintained wholesome mirth, and kept vulgarity from his many ventures while earning a niche in the dramatic Hall of Fame.
The Academy of Music wall collapse in Chelsea killed eight workers. Contractors face manslaughter charges but face a fortnight more before any defence. Inspector Weymouth halted five business-block projects for suspected sham construction, signaling broader risks.
The article questions whether permission for erecting five Chelsea buildings, now blocked by Inspector Weymouth, had Board of Control approval. It asks if the Legislature’s rehabilitation board bears responsibility for Chelsea’s peril and whether the rebuilding is a sham with ongoing inspections treated as a farce, urging enforcement of laws to protect residents and restore public confidence.
The Boston Merchants Association urges regulation of street parades to avoid blocking major thoroughfares and disrupting transit. They study feasible routes that balance public observation with minimal business impact, noting the significant losses in transportation and wages during parades, and argue for safeguards while preserving parade appeal.
The Boston area church life will rebound with renewed activity as ministers resume duties and denominational brotherhoods convene after vacations. Portmouth hosts the centennial Religious Journalism meeting. Mrs. Torrey dies in Akron. Floating Hospital reports a strong year. Unitarian Church in Boston to host Rev F S C Wicks. Y P Christian Union to meet in Worcester. Amazon schooner training cruiser at harbor under G M Heathcote. Manchester by the Sea Unitarian pulpit to be filled by Rev John H Holmes.
At a Mayo Building Association meeting in Roxbury the group debated building a Celtic memorial for the late Michael Davitt. President M. J. Mulroy proposed the plan, seconded by James H. Curry who has drafted the plans and arranged immediate start. The next meeting is set for September 3 at 42 Circuit street Roxbury.
A crowded outward bound Cambridge car at Lowell and Minot streets triggered a stampede when a fuse blew. Passenger Margaret Brassell, 28, of 3 Marney Street Cambridge, was injured and taken to the Relief Hospital.
Dear Newton I am the inventor of the Solar Screwdriver and seek advice on public introduction. The device uses two buttered wings that move in light and dark cycles to drive the screw, looping endlessly until it lands a point into the board. The piece suggests a amusement ride idea for a merry go round.
An amused exchange unfolds as ETHEL of Boston writes to Sir Newton confessing a dream of rescue by a knight in armor. Newton replies denying the tale and insisting the writer has mistaken him for another man in a humorous cross complaint about myths and misidentifications.
The Post’s seventh little Journey visits the famous White Mountain region called the Alps of America. During the week readers will see beautiful views of this splendid area and its finest scenic attractions in America.
The White Mountain region covers a vast area in New England with 1300 square miles of peaks and woods within New Hampshire. Maplewood near Bethlehem hosts famous annual coaching parades attracting visitors from across the mountains with lavish decorations and flower-lined lists.
The Observant Citizen reports Towle and Fitzgerald opening new offices, a Swansey visit to actor Denman Thompson, and crowds mistaking a garage gas issue for a bandit scare. The Short-Walk Club enjoys Osterville vacation. Geoffrey P. Rogers renews ties. Water Commissioner Burke tours England and Canada. Broadway shows, toastmasters, postcards, and birthdays dot the scene with local travel, politics, and theater news.
Tokyo officials say the government plans to delay the international exposition planned for 1912 by five years, shifting the event to 1917. The confidential decision stems from unspecified factors and affects international participation.
A 28 year old woman seeks Mildred Champagne's view on a long delayed engagement with a proud suitor who will not contribute to a future home. The advisor suggests the man has lost his commitment and urges ending the relationship to prevent a wasted life while encouraging the woman to act on reason over sentiment.
Paragraph Points surveys Vogue fabrics Crepe de chine tussore and white straw hats trimmed with ribbons. It notes a late buttoned oxford, colored stockings, white hat cleaning with egg white, limp leather kid waistcoats with braid, belt extended skirts, and shirt waist sleeve variations with tucks and detachable cuffs.
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