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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1907
Page
6
Publication data showing Daily issue number 41 of 186th volume from February 16, 1907, issued by Post Publishing Co at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts.
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The Pittsburg Sun-Spot notes that the sole awe inspiring disturbance linked to Professor Brashear’s sun spot occurred in Pittsburg, with no trouble reported elsewhere, suggesting a local moral reckoning rather than a global event.
The Wharton resolution in Congress would require the President to approve court reports sent by mail. It notes Roosevelt is busy but could review the Thaw case print in newspapers to safeguard public morals.
Commander Peary declares he would not shun dog meat if supplies run low and work demands it. He notes Arctic meals depend on quantity, not quality, and suggests securing exclusive rights at the North Pole for about $100000 more in funding.
The article notes Thaw's life premium at 30 guineas per cent quoted by English Lloyds and compares it with prior rates on King Edward during his appendicitis. It suggests Lloyds bettors wager on life expectancy and hints insurers may bet on convicts like Patrick whose sentences appear to prolong life.
The Legislature disposed of the petition for women’s suffrage with a postponement or curt dismissal. Despite frequent rebuffs the suffragists persevere with devotion and intelligent argument, insisting they will prevail in time.
The article condemns General Kuropatkin and his war narrative as a harsh critique of Russia's Manchurian defeat. It blames poor leadership, weak patriotism, and logistics, noting police seizure of the manuscript and calls for peace through a Hague conference.
All sorts by Newton Newkire report a claim that John D. Rockefeller donated 32 million dollars to an Education Board. The column notes simultaneous rise in kerosene prices and jokes about Rockefeller's left hand knowing the right.
In a lighthearted note, The Sphinx suffers facial aneuralgia from a painful wisdom tooth. Despite our urging to pull it, the Sphinx resists, quipping that a tooth in the mouth is worth two in the air. He will not lose the tooth easily.
Chief Justice Aiken urged Massachusetts lawmakers to overhaul jury drawing to improve juries. He cited deaf and criminally listed individuals and non residents on rosters, calling for better qualification checks and removal of many exemptions including Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company members.
The Springfield Board of Trade hears Secretary Shaw defend free ports as a bonded industrial paradise. He argues for free raw materials and duty free production for export, but critics say the plan ignores US realities. They note leather imports and tariff protections bind the leather and shoe trades, challenging Shaw’s home market premise.
Poem explores a child’s upheaval after a birth and lost affection. A young narrator contemplates running away with keepsakes like a Sunday tie and velvet vest while awaiting a father’s recognition at the garden gate, the sky dark above. The voice blends nostalgia with longing for parental attention.
Anthony Comstock attacks Bernarr Macfadden's New Jersey physical culture plant describing followers who live on fruits and nuts. Reportedly they wear minimal clothing and engage in outdoor sports and sun baths in a glass house, raising moral concerns.
Mrs. Selma Rose sues John Martin for 3000 damages over a kiss taken with rent. Jury awards 800. The piece lampoons jurors with a mock kiss damages schedule including husbands wives babies dogs and various social pairings.
Boston merchants urge President Mellen to keep the Sound steamship lines under New York New Haven Hartford control. In a February 15 1907 letter Vice-President A Shuman asks for a hearing and warns against transferring ownership to Morse interests, citing anticipated Boston business growth.
Corporation Counsel Babson states that a person may kick an obstruction on a sidewalk or street into the street if possible and that city billboard placement decisions rest with department heads. The opinions will be read at the Board of Aldermen meeting on February 2.
Observant Citizen notes crowds at Board of Trade to view survivors of the ill fated schooner Knowlton. A stenographer recalls a rescuer saying he would rather go down with the ship than see women and children perish.
Richard Travers locates Helena after discovering the locket he gave her on her birthday. The pair recount their breakup, jealousy, and a business deal that made him rich. Helena admits still caring, and they realize their year apart ended with renewed affection on her birthday.
In a brief scene the initials spelled out seal a reunion between Helena and Richard. Richard breathes thanks for the chance to be with the beloved, kissing her as their bond is renewed.
A young man asks for dating advice after his girlfriend repeatedly cancels dates. Mildred Champagne counsels restraint and self control, noting the lesson in humility and advising the suitor not to pressure her into outings.
A wife asks how to handle her married partner who hugs and kisses women in public. The columnist urges patience if the husband is otherwise good, suggests a gentle talk to curb frolics in company, and advises saving affection for home to avoid upsetting others.
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