Boston Post February 19 1914 subscription rates and notices
The Boston Post outlines subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, including US Canada and foreign pricing, plus postage, payment terms, and a note that subscriptions must be prepaid. Editor and Publisher B. A. Grozier directs readers to notify by mail if the paper is unavailable.
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Suffragette Protester Attacks Baron Weardale at Northampton
A suffragette assaulted 67-year-old Baron Weardale with a heavy dog whip at Northampton yesterday. The attack felled him, prompting debate over militant tactics and fitness for the ballot. The speaker cites Kipling on the dangers of militant female action.
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Charlestown Yard Wins Navy Supply Ship Contract
Secretary Daniels awards the contract for the new navy supply ship to Charlestown yard after lowest bid. The decision follows expected duty bound action amid rumors of bias. The project will employ about 1000 workers for a year and aims to make war vessel building a profitable habit for the department.
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Curley
Helpless Barge People Warn of Winter Dangers
A Providence Journal editorial comments on the four barges that broke away from their tug near Bartlett's Reef in Long Island Sound last Saturday. It urges banning winter passengers on Soundcraft barges, proposing that only cargo be carried to prevent loss of life in hazardous winter conditions.
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Providence Journal
Last Massachusetts Constitutional Convention Dates
A reader corrects The Post on the timing of Massachusetts constitutional history. The 1853 convention met May 4 with Nathaniel P. Banks as president and proposed a revised constitution rejected by voters. The piece notes the 32 year gap after amendment 9 and the shift to direct legislative submission.
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A Test of Courage in Aviation Duel
Jules Vedrines challenges Henry Roux to mortal combat over insult to the French Aerial League president. Vedrines refuses to fly Europe’s skies until Roux proves his equal courage. He declares he does not order death-defying flights and doubts accusations of cowardice.
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Lieutenant Murray Falls While Flying Over Pensacola Bay
Lieutenant Murray plunged to his death while flying over Pensacola Bay, the incident reported in a brief military aviation note. Local authorities and Navy records confirm the fatal crash occurred during a routine flight over the bay area. The man and unit are named in casualty listings.
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Canal Consistency Supports Panama Toll Repeal Effort
President Wilson gains Senate backing from Senator Lodge for repealing the coastwise toll exemption in the Panama Canal bill. Lodge argues U S policy must align with international obligations and prevent repeating past treaty violations as with the Welland Canal case. He pledges aid to the President in this effort.
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A Happy Incident in Snow Pastimes and Modern Weather
The recent snow revived memories of sleigh rides near Brighton and the mile ground while noting that cars with chained tires now predominate. Despite this, snow brings benefits as people shovel sidewalks for work, families exercise, and children enjoy sledding before the thaw ends.
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Illogical protest against smallpox publicity in Niagara Falls
A group of Niagara Falls businessmen attacked Dr. Biggs, New York Health Commissioner, for publicizing smallpox epidemic progress. They argued it damaged the city, but outsiders would form a worse view if tourists and merchants found no warning of the outbreak. Publicity, while painful, often pays off in the long run.
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Tea at Miniature Loan Exhibition Opens in Boston
A tea will be served this afternoon at the loan exhibition of miniatures and silhouettes in the rooms of the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities at 9 Ashburton Place. Mrs Harold J Coolidge of Berkeley Street hosts. The collection includes a Washington miniature of notable merit by an unknown artist, with works by Copley Malbone and Doyle also on display.
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Arrest of Los Angeles Man in Washington Bad Check Case
Neil H. Stark of Los Angeles California was arrested yesterday by U S Deputy Marshal Ruhl for the police at Washington D C where he is wanted on a charge of passing a worthless check. Stark has just completed a sentence at Deer Island for a similar offence Pending a hearing today he was held in bail in default of which he was committed to East Cambridge jail.
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All Sorts by Newton Newkirk Vanity Begets a Bump
The verse mocks vanity and pride with a ribbing tone about mortal spirit and bragging. It hints that self-importance will be punctured by reality as a hungry man gains a modest reward under pressure.
Reasons Why We Left Boston Office Boys Walkout
In Boston three office boys quit after a dispute over a raise. They signed a document explaining their reasons, claiming high demand among merchants and that they deserved good references, while noting they had kept busy with duties and avoided loafing. The piece includes dialogue about appearances and barber shop banter.
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You never have to say Giddap to a scandal
A compact report notes a scandal unfolding without dramatics, highlighting involved figures and places. It stresses ongoing inquiries, public reaction, and potential consequences for local institutions and officials. The item emphasizes accountability and timely updates as details emerge.
Old Doc Duty's Dope for Today
Opinion piece urging readers to abandon perpetual self protection and embrace daily mistakes. Emphasizes making graceful blunders as part of normal life and learning, quoting the idea that everyone is entitled to a five minute fowl of themselves daily before returning to poise. Encourages embracement of errors in small daily installments.
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Lucky Chap Debate Prompts Plucky Word Play
A playful dispute questions whether the word lucky can be described as true pluck or mere luck. The discussion centers on pronunciation and meaning, casting doubt on how much attitude the term conveys versus random chance.
TONTORIAL REPARTEE BARBER SHOP LAUGHTER TALE
A barber shop tale recounts a man laughing hard enough to choke and feel chest pain afterward. He prefers a ribald laugh to receiving a gold piece from a charitable donor while his whiskers are shaved close to the quick.
Haircut Hurry Sparks Humorous Barbershop Scene
In a crowded barber shop a large man demands a quick haircut and removes his hat, while a narrator jokes about his bare head. The barber and patrons react with mischief as the scene unfolds with playful banter and shy laughter.
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Polar morning musings and town tales from Observant Citizen
Long column of notes from the Observant Citizen recounts quirky incidents and local chatter. Highlights include detective Tarbox in biddeford memory, a cold snap and a singing fisherman Billings, young Dan Callahan’s wartime service tale, Miss Almeda Thayer's fashion views, a fatal blaze tragedy in Ashburnham, antique furniture taxonomies, clock misreads in Randolph, and various notes on clubs, reparations, and town events.
Seville Sinks Into View as gateway to the Mediterranean
In Seville, the Cathedral, the Tower of Gold, and the Guadalquivir frame a city famed for vibrant street life and grand religious art. Murillo dominates the cathedral walls while the river carries treasure galleons past a bustling Calle de las Sierras. Seville’s festive spirit endures in its festivals and in the talents born there, from Velasquez and Murillo to emperors Hadrian and Trajan in ancient Itabica, with The Cid long at home in the suburb.
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Old Hat Comforts in Fashion's Stirring Fight
A light verse by Walt Mason from 1914 laments fashion pressure and club exclusivity. The speaker defends wearing an old hat, noting social acceptance at stores, churches, and daily life, while contrasting Sister Jane’s costly style obsessions and club shunning. The piece mocks society’s fixation on trends.
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Walt Mason
Adams
Love Advice and Faithfulness Across a Long-Distance Romance
A writer doubts whether to drop the first lover or stay loyal to the last as two suitors sit 30 miles apart. The column counsels attentive courtship, warns neglect invites distraction, and asserts love and life demand constant attention because death is certain.
Mother of Judge Chase Dies Suddenly
Bethel Me Feb 18 Mrs Eliza A Chase mother of Judge Edward Chase who died at Blue Hill yesterday died today at her daughter Mrs A I Herrick s home aged 87 without knowledge of her son s death She had a shock some time ago and it was thought best not to inform her.
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