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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1911
Page
8
The notice lists daily and Sunday Post subscription prices for various terms in the Boston Post Publishing Company schedule. Includes rates for Canada delivery and payment instructions with caution about sending cash.
Notice from editor E A Grozier warns readers all subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued at expiration without further notice. Readers are asked to inform the paper if they cannot obtain the Post regularly from dealers or newsboys.
The Boston Post proclaims its newspaper plant to be the largest in New England and houses what is described as the world’s largest press, per Robert Hoe of R Hoe & Co. The quote highlights exceptional capacity and prestige for the newspaper.
President Taft refused to grant a pardon for Charles W. Morse based on his alleged poor health. Army and civilian surgeons report Morse is not in immediate danger, and Taft states he will not compel Morse to die in prison. Friends urge clemency, but the president emphasizes accountability for past actions.
The piece argues for William Loeb as a strong campaign organizer should Taft be renominated in June. It lauds Loeb’s service as collector of the port of New York, praising his courage and honesty and suggesting he is indispensable in his current post.
St Petersburg reports opposition to a tariff war with the United States over the 1832 treaty abrogation. The piece argues U S exports exceed Russia’s, and Russia would not benefit from prohibitive tariffs as they need American goods. It concludes a tariff war is unlikely before 1913 due to Russia’s cost and prudent diplomacy.
The commentary contends Mrs Upton Sinclair’s assertion of independence and intent to live with another despite divorce rumors is defiant. It argues free thought and love challenge proprieties yet predictably end in disgrace and repentance for the individual.
Foster Sanford, former player and current coach and expert, denounces the modern game as dull and uncertain and recalls the brave days of old. He urges revival of exciting play while avoiding dangerous mass formations and emphasizes eliminating the trend of scoring errors.
A Washington report argues that Japan and Russia, once foes, are drawing closer over China and eastern Asia. The Russo Japanese Society dinner signals high level cordiality as both powers seek territorial influence, while China teeters under internal strife and potential upheaval.
New York Appellate Court ruling clarifies baggage check liability. Robinson sought 550 dollars after a trunk valued at 700 was stolen in transit. lower court awarded 550 but railroad company paid 150 under printed contract. Supreme Court affirmed, setting a precedent that mere acceptance of a baggage check does not bind ticket buyers to a contract.
Governor Foss plans to push an amendment to end party enrolment in direct nominations while David J. Walsh supports the move. The issue drew voter distaste last fall as independents disliked forced party records and primaries drew smaller turnout. The piece argues for secret voting in primaries to preserve party relevance.
A report notes a managing partner questioned for allegedly carrying samples and racking up expenses while drawing a salary. The item centers on a traveling seller critiqued for questionable sales activity and business practices.
A brief exchange shows Little Harold asking about a grain hopper and Uncle Si answering. Harold then questions a rack used for grass, highlighting a farm setting and rustic terminology.
A husband frets over the milk bill at home and smokers 25 cent cigars at his office, venting frustration in a terse domestic dispute scene.
A male narrator recounts a humorous train ride to Sharon where a bold, clean shaven, gold rimmed spectacle wearing woman sits beside him carrying bundles and a go cart. He spins a misinformed tale about Sharon being the only town above sea level, promising more light verse to entertain his companion.
In spring a young man turns to hens and eggs while a shopper recalls sixty cents per dozen at a grocer. A misstep in the gutter spoils the eggs, and the narrator notes egg prices rising to around sixty cents, closing with a playful cartoonish quip.
An aphorism notes a paradox in advising restraint or composure to someone lacking basic warmth or resources. The line uses paradox to critique pretentious advice given to the impoverished.
Edward Dalzon of Nashua asks the Post to locate the unknown woman who fed and clothed him and his son on a Christmas Day years ago. The pair, once penniless, have since learned of a large inheritance and want to thank the good Samaritan who helped them near Lowell, Massachusetts, then Tewksbury.
The piece reflects on Samuel Pickwick's adventures in The Pickwick Papers and suggests Dickens crafted a humorous, episodic tale with enduring charm. It notes Pickwick's gallantry and questions how the immortal character would fare in modern life while predicting comforting scenes of old-fashioned inns and merriment.
Arthur P. Griffith a Milford Indiana resident aged 31, famed as the worlds greatest mental marvel and human adding machine, was found dead in his Nelson Hotel room in Springfield. Death came from strangulation linked to an epileptic fit just before a Bridgeport appearance.
At Patrick Fitzgerald home on 521 Ashmont Street Dorchester yesterday two wedding anniversaries were celebrated. Mr and Mrs Patrick Fitzgerald marked 382 years of marriage while Mr and Mrs Joseph S Fitzgerald of 565 Freeport Street marked one year. A family dinner followed with relatives including Edward Connor and J Francis Fitzgerald.
A Practical View features a villager asking for improvement suggestions and a stranger suggesting a costly option to resemble postcard pictures. The brief dialogue highlights concerns about budget and community aesthetics.
An aviator and his wife embark on a voyage in his airship. She fears they must descend after dropping a pearl button. He reassures her that the glistening object is Lake Windermere below as they drift toward the water.
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