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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1911
Page
10
The Boston Post lists subscription rates and mailing terms for 1911. It covers prices for daily and Sunday editions, payment methods, and mailing costs to Canadian points. The note specifies second class matter, address details, and payment instructions to Post Publishing Company.
Publication office listings and subscription details appear in the issue. The editor A Grozier requests readers notify if postal delivery is unavailable and notes prepaid subscriptions will renew automatically.
The article urges all lawmakers to back Speaker Walker in the fight for a bill granting Governor Foss authority to investigate state departments. It argues the measure treats Foss fairly and unpartisanly, while criticizing White and Greenwood for complicating the issue and delaying justice.
The piece argues war should be bloodless and viewed as entertainment. It notes spectators watching from cars and planes, enjoying harmless firing as a bird’s eye show. It questions whether simulated combat is preferable to real killing and hopes technology will end bloodshed.
The recall followed enfranchised women voters, about 22 000 strong, criticizing social vice and police leadership. The mayor refused to dismiss the disliked chief, forcing resignation in a decisive, everyday life issue driven by female voters.
A fragment suggests Seattle may seek a new and more effective method through involvement of women. The line hints at social or civic reform efforts utilizing the other sex to amplify impact.
The Massachusetts House referred the reciprocity resolution to the committee on federal relations for public hearings, a move criticized as needless delay since hearings have long since occurred and Congress is ready to vote on the agreement. The text questions whether Republicans in the General Court fear taking a stand on reciprocity.
The commission report on factory inspection advocates a new board of industrial inspection with a chief commissioner and deputies. It would take over health and police duties to enforce sanitary standards and create unified responsibility, seen as vital for workers’ welfare and societal protection.
A man freed after 41 years from Charlestown State Prison encounters a modern Boston and marvels at cars trains air tunnels and tall buildings. His verdict on the new world is succinct and striking Everything moves nothing stands still and that phrase captures the era’s restless pace.
The Boston Post outlines Anthony Van Dyck's arrival in 1632 England, his royal patronage, lavish life, poverty battles, and prolific court portraits. It highlights his nine years in England, the popular Charles I family canvases, and the famous Children of Charles I in the Dresden gallery, noting his enduring influence and measured standing among great painters.
Simple Simon confronts a Flyman flying through the air in Neponset Massachusetts. The exchange ends with the Flyman falling and Simon's pies soaked in gasoline. The quirky scene features Bertram and a Sphinx reference.
The House supports a plan to provide suitable housing for U S ambassadors abroad with a proposed 5 million dollar appropriation in half million annual installments. The argument notes dignity, public convenience, and the need to counter the image that only millionaires serve abroad.
A culinary clipping explains soaking a fresh ham overnight in cold water then washing and trimming rusty parts. It details making a flour and water crust, folding edges, and baking in a wet warm oven for three to five hours while removing crust and skin hot, with safety notes and humorous cautions.
A new Glasgow bakery operates entirely by electricity, automating all steps from dough mixing to shaping and baking. The plant claims faster production and consistent quality, marking a shift in local food manufacturing.
A poet narrates a suicide attempt in a rambling 1911 piece, where Walt Mason recounts asking neighbor Mr Wax for his battle-axe to end his life. The neighbor ironically encourages death, then Wilder slips away, survived, with Mason's tale reflecting despair and bravado. Also notes fashion item Helen Pink praised for Mrs Taft and upcoming style concerns.
A national society note announces a new lipstick shade named Helen Pink in honor of Miss Helen Taft. It is said Miss Taft favors this particular tint as a fashionable choice for the season.
Fragmentary line shows a quote about brains and capability attributed to Sule Mes. No additional context or details available.
A Paris display highlights a peculiar sea named green blue, with ribbon trims dominating current styles. Evening gowns emphasize drapery and suppleness with empire lines and shortened waistlines. Satin and velvet border new trims in sapphire blue and a silk cotton dimity weave debuts. Nottingham tulle in white or tinted grounds offers floral organdie like patterns.
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