Boston Post December 15 1812 subscription rates notice
The Boston Post announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, including Canada and foreign copies, with multi-month options and charges for postage. It lists office addresses in Boston and Horton, Massachusetts, and instructs readers on payment methods and notice procedures.
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National Forest Reservation Expands in Jackson Region
The National Forest Reservation Commission enlarges the public playground by acquiring over 3000 acres around Jackson New Hampshire in the White Mountain area. Critics say federal action replaced delayed state effort, but the aim is to protect navigable stream sources and keep the wilds free from commercial exploitation.
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Harvard selects A L Jackson class day orator
The seniors at Harvard chose A L Jackson as class day orator. Some sources note this as the first time a colored man was honored in this role at the college, while recalling Roscoe Conkling Bruce, a Mississippi negro student elected eleven years earlier, as a notable precedent. The article argues Harvard demonstrates merit over color and serves as a national example against racial stereotypes.
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Duke of Croy and Nancy Ushman Marriage Not Equal
A 1914 Almanach note claims the union of the Duke of Croy and American heiress Nancy Ushman is not a marriage of equal birth. It argues the duchess lacks Kaiser's court privileges, though it praises Leishnan’s birth as equal. It suggests the Yankee bride’s social rank is the only lacking factor, unless the husband proves a gentleman of faith.
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Obstrperous Claim Sparks Suffrage Debate in Washington
The piece reports on Mrs. Catt allegedly urging tearing up the Constitution to wake a new one. It notes obstacles to such a plan including the difficulty of replacing the old document and substituting a new one. It also cites Mr. Champ Clark urging gentleness toward those not as advancing on the issue.
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Historic Mint Bed Loss Stirs Washington Sentiment
The article laments the near century old mint bed planted or directed by Andrew Jackson at the White House. It argues the edict to remove it seems sacrilegious as the bed has stood inconspicuously and loyally. It symbolized the Union and flavored the julep once revered in the South.
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Mint sauce and memory in a spring lamb moment
A reflective note on culinary tradition and memory. The author argues mint sauce uniquely suits spring lamb, urging preservation of this tradition to protect its historical value and sentimental meaning.
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Senator Stone Warns Against Treasury to Wall Street Rot
Missouri Senator Stone criticizes the practice of ex Comptrollers and Treasury officials moving to high paid roles with major financial firms. He argues the Treasury has become a nurture house for bank influence and fears officials may be swayed by future private sector rewards. He calls for action to curb the temptation.
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Wild geese threaten turkey as holiday fare debate grows
Reports from stations along migration routes describe thousands of wild geese exhausted after long flights. Some hunters are fattening geese for Christmas, cooping them with domestic birds or feeding beside pigs. The piece notes the turkey’s dominance may be challenged by these migratory birds.
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Norwich Factory Whistles Banned as Noise Nuisance
Norwich Conn a manufacturing city ends the era of factory whistle blows for waking work and meals. A court decree makes the ban permanent allowing blows only to summon the fire department. Whistles once needed when timepieces were scarce are deemed a ridiculous relic no longer justified.
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One Graft Ended in New York Taxi Privilege War
A clipped editorial laments hotel customers bribing taxi firms to monopolize curb space, noting a city ordinance ended the practice locally and a Glynn bill now makes exclusive use of public highways a misdemeanor. The piece condemns private graft in public streets as improper in any state.
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Observant Citizen notes odd fall fruiting and civic updates
A reader column watches calendar quirks with early sunsets and late sunrises. It reports on stray muff thefts and polite refusals, Dorchester high track teams, a 1024th birthday tale, a lemon gifted fruitfully, Christmas charity plans, salmon at Lake Pleasant, and a Hanover jeweler planning a long vacation. It also covers a Greek student starting a Kastoria weaving mill, Roxbury’s Vine Street Church razing for a new city building, and local observations on off season fruiting and autumn blossoms.
Eggs as lavish Christmas gifts for the wealthy
A humorous guide suggests dozen strictly fresh eggs as extravagant gifts for rich couples. It describes egg ornaments worn in hair or on hats, jeweled cases, and safekeeping in plush displays, poking fun at wealth and taste during the holiday season.
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Boston Post Santa Claus At Your Service
A festive message urges readers to donate a drink or violet to brighten a ragged child’s Christmas. It frames gifts as the means to fill an empty stocking and calls Santa Claus to service in Poverty Al ley.
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Polite in This Presence Money Speaks Prompts Listening Hats Off
A concise reflection on how money shifts attention and respect, noting that financial influence quiets remark and compels deference in social or formal settings. Observes a culture of deference when wealth is involved, implying unequal treatment and power dynamics.
Flight Over Andes Aims From Foot of Mountains
Senor Figueroa, preparing for an Andes flight, travels to the mountain foot and plans to reach nearly 20 000 feet altitude to carry out his objective this week.
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Winners and the Boys Who Beat the Band
Uncle Walt extols the immortal winners who started as plain boys yet showed zest in play and work. He argues many faced hardship but pressed on, while today they’re honored with wealth and status, contrasting with those who insist they have no chance.
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Etiquette Advice on a Young Man's Courtesy
Dear Miss Champagne advises on approaching a man who ignores your greeting. After a bow, if he does not lift his hat, it signals a lack of courtesy. If you suspect mutual feeling, tactfully broach the topic to enlighten him and avoid humiliation.
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Revere Considers No Liquor Clause At Meeting
In Revere town hall Tuesday night a meeting will discuss the question no liquor in Revere. Petitions are circulating to ask the Legislature to add a clause to the March ballot bill ensuring no licenses for intoxicating drinks, regardless of annexation or city charter outcomes.
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Finland Leads in Female Suffrage Under Russian Rule
Finland, in 1906, became the first European area to grant women equal suffrage within the Russian empire, though under home rule. The Finnish Parliament has 21 women among 200, spanning all parties, with women generally equal in education and public life, though married women remain under guardianship and industrial protections are lacking.
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