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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1912
Page
8
The notice appears as a newspaper masthead item dated December 28 1912 from the Boston Post Publishing Co with office at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts. It serves as an archival header rather than a news story or event.
Rates list Natl One year six months three months and one month prices. Also Post Sunday Post rates to Canada and foreign per copy. Postage add-ons for Boston district. Notices caution sending money and payment methods.
Editorial room and staff listings for Sunday and sporting editors with notice about subscription payments and discontinuation. Publisher FE A Grozier requests notification if the Post cannot be obtained regularly.
Robert Hoe of R Hoe and Company proclaims the Boston Post now owns the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the largest press in the world. The boast highlights Boston Post’s advanced equipment and national standing in what is described as a premier printing operation.
A London Chronicle claim that suffragettes tampered with Great Northern railroad signals is dismissed as incredible by the writer. They argue window smashing glue in mailboxes false fire alarms and other acts are minor beside such a potential disaster and defend women's honor.
The article notes Taft's attendance at a dance hosted by President Porras in Panama and argues that such official events provoke little reaction as people prioritize public service over ceremonial rule. It questions the value of strict conduct forms in modern governance.
The writer urges Speaker Clark to end his feud with William J. Bryan, arguing the public dislikes the dispute and that stopping it would benefit the Democratic party, the incoming administration, and the country. It questions Clark’s gloomy posture after Baltimore and suggests he seize the chance to support Wilson.
The inaugural committee chair opposes a carnival during the celebration week saying it would undermine official ceremonials. The inaugural ball remains a fixed highlight and the Marine Band chief pledges ragtime and dances if asked, signaling a restraint on unofficial displays.
A suffragist commander plans a February start for a month long march from New York to Washington to attend the March inauguration. The arduous trek follows an unsuccessful Albany march and risks greater exhaustion for participants.
The passage hints that the most inclement period of the season will test the forces encountered in the march on Albany. It questions whether pushing ahead with the project is presumptuous given the anticipated harsher conditions.
The article argues that express companies denounce the parcels post to protect their market but cannot know its practical effects. It predicts a six month test period to determine if the new system offers better service or if further legislation will be needed, promising greater public control over monopolies.
A collection of aphorisms from ERJUICE presents playful proverbs. It uses familiar lines such as The early bird has a silver lining and It’s a long lane that is worth two in the bush to provoke concise reflections on honesty effort and consequences.
The piece argues Colonel Goethals is the best choice for Civil Governor of the Panama Canal Zone. It notes his proven leadership in the canal’s administration, the need for strong authority, and that compensation concerns can be adjusted. It emphasizes the U.S. President’s authority over the dependency and the heavy wartime responsibilities ahead.
Doubts arise whether former Venezuelan president Cipriano Castro can use the United States as refuge and base to regain control. The piece argues Castro fails admission rules for aliens due to diseases and deficiencies and notes criminal propensities. It emphasizes that wealth does not grant exemption from entry standards.
A man seeking astronomy misused a macaroni tube as a telescope from a makeshift observatory atop an empty apple barrel. The improvised sighting device slipped, badly injuring his right eye and likely ending his ability to view stars. The incident highlights a humorous yet unfortunate attempt to study the heavens.
A quirky note laments a minor mishap and suggests a simple remedy. The author mockingly offers timeless guidance that driving a nail through the macaroni can safely confine a hole, observed in a humorous world weariness.
No. 3 Thomas Jefferson, Third President, 1801 1809, author of the Declaration, painter Bull is shown with Adams Franklin Sherman Livingston and Hancock. Born April 18 1748 in Albemarle VA he loved books and law. He earned the presidency in 1801 and expanded Louisiana. He died July 4 1826 at Monticello after shaping the University of Virginia and private counsel to Madison and Monroe.
The column reports Mayor George L. Farrell of Malden, ill with grippe and fatigue, expected to return soon. It covers social events, including a Class of 1906 gathering at Hotel Thorndike with notable guests, Christmas celebrations, and charitable acts. It also mentions a blue uniform traffic officer, Whittier desk saving, a dandelion found buried in snow, and varied local happenings across Massachusetts.
The passage lauds the United States Revenue Cutter Service for aiding passengers of the stranded steamer Turrialba with the Seneca. It emphasizes a shift from chasing smugglers to ocean lifeboat heroism, praising loyalty, courage, and selfless action without pomp.
A St Louis invention by McDonald and Coates claims an aero-terrestrial car on a single track driven by a large airship style propeller could reach 720 mph and perhaps 800 mph at max. The comic piece notes rapid cross country travel from New York to San Francisco in about four hours and ten minutes, jokes about scenery blasting by, possible brake failure near Honolulu, and prefers walking to 7220 mph.
A supper companion flatters a lady with Gray verse about hands, then the lady responds with a playful retort about a naked living lyre, revealing a light, flirtatious exchange amid refined social banter.
The piece Dated 1912 by T A Daly speaks in urging tone about turning the calendar new. It encourages leaving sorrow behind and starting fresh with the New Year and a turned leaf.
President remits the unexecuted portion of the 1910 general court martial sentence against Colonel George F Cooke U S A retired. He faced neglect and carelessness in handling government funds and failing to repay money borrowed from enlisted men. The commuted sentence was forfeiture of half pay on the retired list. The full sentence is now remitted.
Ethel Blake loses her job after a hard dismissal but gains unexpected romance with Mr. Smith. He realizes too late that he loves her and seeks reconciliation. An amused manager Mr Blank watches the drama end with a wedding plan.
The piece advises women not tall and slender to avoid draped skirts and favors straight tailored lines. It notes black and white chiffon blouses with cerise velvet bows, and Paris styles show short Louis XV coats in bright velvet or richly hued brocade like emerald green or mulberry red. A y sh dancing frock features white satin with lace tunic and turquoise ribbon trims.
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