Boston Post Subscription Rates and Policies
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Boston Post Drops Claim to Largest Newspaper Plant
Robert Hoe and R Hoe and Co claim the Boston Post owns the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the largest press in the world, a boast highlighted by the ownership reveal.
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Boston Post
New England
Robert Hoe
R. Hoe & Co
Notice of potential price changes in household goods
The Portsmouth Chronicle notes shoe prices rise on April 1 and asks about any goods expected to drop. It mentions rumors that staples like myrobolans pulu and zaffer on the Payne Aldrich tariff free list may lead to lower prices for these common household items.
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Portsmouth Chronicle
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Roosevelt Call Sparks GOP Turmoil in Political Battle
The piece portrays a roiling effort by party insiders and newspaper magnates to shape public opinion. It describes a Roosevelt surge driven by a national committee and strategic moves by Taft delegates, with heavy rhetoric about manipulating the press and mobilizing the masses.
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History repeats in 1912 presidential term limits
A House resolution by Mr. Slayden of Texas urges adherence to the two term custom set by Washington and repeated in 1875 urging no third term. It recalls past votes by Frye Hoar and Wilson and notes how such precedent affected Gen Grant’s chances. The piece asks if history must repeat in 1912.
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Texas
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House
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Maine
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Massachusetts
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Iowa
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Romeo
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London
Portsmouth
The Ring in Their Noses Express Companies Face ICC Scrutiny
The Interstate Commerce Commission tightens control over express firms as Commissioner Lave vows prosecution for persistent overcharges. The piece condemns extortionate rates and poor service for small customers, signaling a shift toward public interest enforcement.
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Lave
Express companies blamed for overcharges and public backlash
The speaker argues against overcharging by express firms saying their greed has brought trouble. They claim only themselves to blame and warn that government intervention will curb their power. The passage frames the firms as currently serving a purpose but lacking public sympathy due to greed.
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United States
Taft tariff clash over cost of living spurs call for action
The piece argues Taft’s proposal to fund an international conference on living costs and warns Congress not to overlook the Payne Aldrich tariff. It urges Democratic House action to curb tax on necessities and improve labor relations while supporting federal study but warns against blocking reform.
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Congress
Federal Commission
Sketch of Home Rule for Ireland Outlined
The London Chronicle outlines a self government scheme for Ireland with imperial oversight on defense and taxes. It envisions an Irish Parliament with greater fiscal leeway but retains British control of military and key affairs, reducing Westminster representation accordingly.
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London Chronicle
United States
Westminster
Great Britain
Canada
Groundhog omen signals six more weeks of winter
The article notes a groundhog ventured out and saw its shadow predicting six weeks more of cold weather, a tradition tied to Candlemas. It observes wood piles and coal prices rising, hinting at ongoing winter conditions and fuel demand. It references the calendar rhyme about halves of wood and hay burned on Candlemas Day.
Letter proposes a personal immortals list by initials
A reader from Somerville urges Newton to join a self made immortals list. The note jokes about omitting his name from a 40 member roster and proposes a 13 member count matching the number of letters in Newtons name.
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Newt
Professor Bot
Leander T. Somerville
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Immortals list sparks a boastful protest and theater notes
A reflection on being left off the World's Forty Immortals provokes humor and pride as the author recounts bribery attempts, committee rebuffs, and a wry plan to top the list. The piece shifts to Dickensian sketches of Nicholas and Smike, Crummles's troupe, and a wry look at Doris Darrington’s later life and devotion.
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Temple of Fame
Leander
Man who shaves mustache may change his look forever
A witty maxim notes that removing a mustache can’t restore the face to its prior appearance. It suggests lasting impact of a facial change beyond its easy gain.
Doris Carrington a Portrait of a Returning Resolve
A character sketch traces Doris Carrington as she rejects dependence on men and wealth. She envisions an internal balance tipping between selfishness and hope and resolves to shape her life by her own actions rather than social approval.
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Httle
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Doris Carrington
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