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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1913
Page
12
The Boston Post issue dated February 26, 1913 presents news and editorials from Boston, Massachusetts. It reflects the Independent Democratic stance of Post Publishing Co. with reports on local politics, events, and commentary typical of early 20th century daily newspapers.
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Robert Hoe of R Hoe & Co hails the Boston Post as possessing the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the largest press in the world, underscoring the paper's industrial scale.
Legislature rejects substitute measure to permit Sunday baseball after legal affairs committee report. Public sentiment favors a balanced middle ground between Puritanical Sunday restrictions and unlicensed freedom. Baseball has its place but should not push toward complete Sabbath license.
The article laments the tragic irony of bestowing a title on Captain Scott’s widow while she travels the southern Pacific unaware of his death. The report notes her English background heightening the emotion as the wireless reveals the cruel truth, marking a profoundly sorrowful moment in recent events.
The article questions international reaction to the killing of a deposed Mexican President and Vice-President, explaining the incident as a brutal episode in Mexico's evolution. It argues the murdered leader was in the way and hopes for a murder-free succession in the neighboring republic.
Public opinion may welcome the car full plan for inward bound Highland avenue Somerville viaduct cars during morning rush. The reform aims to reduce eternal stops and ease overcrowding while not eliminating strap hangers. If the public approves the move, extension of the plan could follow.
A German medical specialist arrives claiming a prescription that can cure or prevent consumption. The public and experts react with skepticism, urging cautious demonstration before accepting any method to curb the infection and its high U.S. death rate.
The text urges open acceptance of a new scientific remedy for climate related plague, citing Jenner's smallpox inoculation and diphtheria and malaria controls as precedents. It argues for not dismissing the advance as extravagant and calls for facilities to test the method.
The Knox proclamation confirms the sixteenth amendment, making federal income tax constitutional. It ends a four year battle against idle wealth and hostile legislatures, with public opinion favoring reform. Feb 25, 1913, is hailed as historic for enabling taxation by ability to pay.
The Boston school committee asks fathers and mothers to discuss schooling at home, visit students, keep children in school longer, instill respect for law, and read committee reports. It calls parental cooperation essential to improve education and a duty of good citizenship.
Los Angeles offers a ten thousand dollar prize for an American opera on American themes to be staged at the Panama Pacific Exposition in 1915. The aim is to lift American opera above its current dull level and attract top composers, with mentioned names including Damrosch Chadwick Converse Gilbert and others. Potentially the next large American breakthrough could be a new star like Mascagni rising in the United States.
Big New Jersey corporations warn of tax loss to oppose anti trust legislation pushed by Governor Wilson. They claim state revenue will fall, while supporters argue the gain in a cleaner more reputable commonwealth justifies the temporary sacrifice.
Archibald and a young lady exchange a wry quip about starting wealth with a dollar. Archibald admits he would begin with a dollar but spent half on chocolates, illustrating humorous emphasis on humble beginnings.
In my parlor I recall days when I hit 400 and fielded for the old club. My memory wanders to past feats and fans who cheered as I pitched. Now I watch present stars, but those distant days remain vivid and cherished. Wake up, dad, dear, you are snoring.
A warning to cautious moneyseekers that principal protection matters most, with interest treated as secondary. The message emphasizes safeguarding capital over chasing high yields, urging prudent, risk aware investment behavior.
Boston reader voices opposition to the National Association of Merchant Tailors forecast of tight men’s suits. The writer declares he will wear a roomy Easter suit, arguing comfort, practicality, and style do not require clingy trousers or coats, promising ease of movement and no ripping seams.
A reader in Woburn explains that a fool proof automobile would be a car that never misbehaves. It would stand quietly at the curb and never run on streetcar tracks or crash on curves. It would not lurch, back over embankments, spit mechanical noises, or cause trouble with guests, remaining safe, tame, and dependable for its owner.
The text recounts Hernando de Soto’s journey toward Florida, his quest for wealth, and the Mississippi crossing where he died in 1542. His body was reportedly sunk in the river at midnight to prevent desecration. It notes his mixed legacy as explorer and harsh conqueror.
The famous Loring residence, long home of Judge Fallon, stands at the corner of M Street near Independence Square. For 20 years it has lain under his occupancy after Harrison Loring, noted machinist and shipbuilder, moved out. The property is soon to become part of the Boston Catholic archdiocese.
Tomorrow's Picture The Death of Wills in the Australian Wild lists 200 names including The Flame of Life Motherhood Working Woman Ruth Cornelia and Pompelia. Boston broker George Napier Towle on vacation at Pinehurst sends a golf heavy wire while local alumni entertainments and civic notes populate the page with soldiers artists suffragists and retirees.
Major Henry Lee Higginson addressed about 500 Harvard students in the Harvard Union living room last evening. He urged students to aid fellow beings and strengthen the country, sharing anecdotes and personal reminiscences about the university’s benefits and gifts including Soldiers Field.
Edwin A. Hamilton is elected Alderman of Malden to fill the Furness vacancy. Thomas Hughes chosen Councillor for Ward 2 to replace John F. Golden who resigned to run for the board. Distinct local political shift noted as Malden conducts its city election.
At the second organizing meeting aboard the cruiser Chicago, several new members joined the nucleus from the first gathering. The enlistment now totals 20 men and, once fully organized, the corps will number 26 with non commissioned officers and a commanding officer holding the rank of first lieutenant.
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