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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1915
Page
12
The Boston Post Independent publishes its daily issue from the Post Publishing Co. at 259 Washington Street Boston Mass dated December 6 1915. The paper presents local news notices and civic briefs typical of early 20th century community reporting.
Rates listed for Daily and Sunday editions, Canada mail, and foreign copies. Payment terms require advance, checks or money orders to POST PUBLISHING CO. Include postage rules for Boston, and notice on discontinuation. Editor Edwin A. Grozier.
The Boston Post asserts it holds the largest daily morning circulation in the United States as of publication, signaling its leading position in newspaper reach and influence.
Ex Speaker Cannon declares politics must end at the water’s edge and that he will not criticize Wilson’s European policy though he did not vote for him in 1912. He urges Republicans, including Mann, to avoid partisan opposition to the administration’s preparedness policy.
The piece rebukes a so called Philips circular that claimed Citizens' candidates Attridge Collins Kenny and Storrow would cut Boston teachers pay and vacations and end day labor. It notes City Council lacks control over teacher pay and vacations while the Mayor can dismiss city workers, making the roorback an ineffective weapon that may boomerang.
The article argues the current boom spans foreign trade, railways, steel, copper, banks, and crops, traced to a large supply of cheap money after a transition from tight credit. It contrasts with past Republican administrations and cites monetary policy shifts and bank reforms as key factors behind record business activity.
During the last week in November more than 90 million dollars was subscribed by Germans to the third war loan, bringing total subscriptions to about 2.613 billion. Canada reports domestic war loan subscriptions exceeding 100 million, with bonds of 100 million planned. The article praises wartime generosity and warns of future pinch after peace.
The carnival display that closed the San Francisco Exposition on Saturday night is praised as a successful enterprise driven by skillful management and strong popular support under challenging conditions. Its artistic features surpassed prior expositions and it claims a unique financial record among international exhibitions.
The article notes a series begun in London in 1851 and a final accounting showing a smaller surplus, with San Francisco posting a stronger balance. Attendance surpassed 17 million, despite disturbances overseas, exceeding the Philadelphia Centennial record. It calls the event a great World's Fair.
The Salvation Fund for China drew global praise for patriotism yet faced repudiation as a June or later vote backed restoring monarchy. About 54 million was expected, five million paid, with many large contributors retracting pledges due to unmet expectations and political shifts.
Postmaster Murray urges early parcel post deposits to ensure gifts reach Denmark Sweden England France and Newfoundland in time. Delays risked if mailed near Christmas with deadlines noted for international connections and domestic deliveries.
The piece argues that advice costs nothing and is overabundant, with many people offering guidance they are ill-suited to give. It condemns unsolicited counsel from various figures while noting the paradox that the busiest adviser often has no business to run. The closing urges accepting advice only when asked.
A whimsical reflection contrasts famed figures with modest crops noting that many greats face steep paths while most potatoes yield small harvests. The verse evokes perseverance and humble outcomes without specific events or people.
The column celebrates life membership in a self described Society of the Helpers organized by Edwin Elliot Blake of Worcester Massachusetts. It recalls Mrs Eliza Fogg of Bangor and other New England figures while recounting vivid vignettes about educators, postmasters, hunting by auto, and ancient art lore from Macedon with references to Apelles and Alexander the Great.
A lively portrait contrasts a seasoned press corps with a young Murray who insists writers share insights. The piece then likens Murray’s pragmatism toNapoleon’s fame and praises his early seriousness. It recalls Alexander the Great at sixteen ruling as Philip’s proxy and studying Persian roads over intrigues.
A string of short gags shows men testing risks to prove outcomes. Tests include racing a train crossing, checking a gasoline tank, patting a bulldog, looking down a gun barrel, asking a woman to marry, and leaving an umbrella at home. Several tests end badly or reveal truth.
The Boston Post invites readers to donate to its Santa Claus fund, claiming a risk free investment yielding daily joy and a heartfelt dividend to "one of the least of these" waifs. It urges immediate action to brighten empty stockings and warm hearts this Christmas.
Muscotah Kans Dec 5 Frank Cortelyou supervises construction of the largest bridge in the world to span the Columbia River connecting Portland Oregon and Vancouver Washington The bridge will be 17200 feet long with 29 spans.
The Oldest Inhabitant notes record cold for December 6 in Boston with 9 degrees in 1901 and 10 degrees in 1908, and a high of 69 degrees in 1912. He recalls a string of stormy Dec 6 days in 1906 1910 and 1912 and a low of 22 degrees in 1910.
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