Boston Post January 28 1909 subscription rates notice
The Boston Post lists subscription rates for various periods and regions. It notes domestic and Canada pricing, advance payment requirements, and directs readers to mail payments to the Post Publishing Company with editor and publisher FE A Grozier. It also states second class matter status and publication office details.
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Post Publishing Co
Washington St
Boston
THE
Sunday Post
Canada
Post Publishing Company
Chicago pilots new frenzy gallery of reckless chauffeurs
Chicago has set up a rogues gallery of frenzied chauffeurs. Any driver who speeds or injures others is photographed by police, with or without goggles. The measure aims to curb danger, protect employers, and discipline reckless drivers.
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Chicago
Morphia in Anti Opium Remedies Questioned
The opium commission in China faces a paradox as efforts to end opium use may rely on morphia in remedies. The U S Senate has passed a bill prohibiting non medicinal opium imports, prompting calls for amendments to anti opium remedies policy.
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Opium Commission of
China
United States Senate
Senator Newlands Re-elected By Nevada Legislature
The Nevada Legislature re-elected Senator Francis G Newlands after a strong popular preference backed by both parties due to an ante primary agreement. The piece questions whether Massachusetts voters are less capable of choosing a US Senator and asks why Senator Lodge opposes the Shaw bill, implying trust in the people.
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Francis G. Newlands
Nevada
Massachusetts
United States
Colorado
Georgia
Lodge
Boston Aldermen Move to Curb Sidewalk Ticket Speculators
A legal hairsplitter’s question asks if ticket prices can be regulated by law while Boston’s Board of Aldermen is urged to curb sidewalk hawking. Pendleton of New York recommends an ordinance banning speculators from selling within 200 feet of a theater, covering most abuses except Harvard Yale football tickets.
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Board of Aldermen
Boston
Pendleton
New York
Harvard-Yale
Protecting the Widow in New Copyright Bill Debate
A letter argues the proposed copyright bill protects living composers from piracy but neglects older works. The writer says pre passage compositions lose protection, harming widows like Nevin whose songs Rosary and Narcissus remain beloved.
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House
Congress
Nevin
Matrimony by City Hall Sparks Alderman’s Dissent
Alderman Giblin objects to a municipal marriage bureau that licenses and weds couples in quick succession without the principals known to officials. He questions the wisdom and dignity of such rapid rites and city approval.
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Giblin
City Hall
Motor Lifeboats and Wireless Telegraphy on Steamers
The Post urges Congress to mandate wireless telegraphy on all ships entering or leaving U.S. ports. The wreck review notes slow passenger transfer at sea and suggests gasoline motor lifeboats could have sped evacuation. Despite high liner comforts, progress in safety facilities remains uneven.
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The
Post
Congress
House
The Million Dollar Kid by R W Taylor item listing
An advertisement itemizes envelope purses, memo slate pencils colored moroccos pen pencils straw accessories writing portfolios ink pockets and locking cases plus leather pillow cases and a combination jewel case in morocco with silk lining totaling prices of 9.00 12.50 16.50.
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Morocco
Methods to prevent accidents and escape danger
A compact guide outlines tactics to reduce risk and survive emergencies. It covers situational awareness, use of safety devices, prompt hazard assessment, and clear escape procedures. Emphasis remains on practical, actionable steps for everyday safety and quick refuge during incidents.
Committeemen at Large Question Stirs State Democratic Arena
A judge’s ruling that 14 at large committeemen are valid members of the Democratic State committee shifts the issue to the next state convention. Delegates should seek separate votes on each name and demand accurate yays and nays to prevent backdoor power by leaders.
Charter Referendum Sparks Debate Over Recall Power
The proposed Boston charter allows recall of the Mayor midway through his term but withholds a vote on charter acceptance. Proponents argue the recall provision gives the people leverage against underperforming leaders while critics warn it empowers political manipulation. The paradox highlights a tension between direct mayoral accountability and the charter's own approval process.
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Boston
Cuba's Second Attempt Inauguration and US Role
Havana awaits the noon inauguration of Cuba's second president as American marines depart. The provisional admin under Magoon is praised for stabilizing finances and restoring order, guiding Cuba past carpet bagger harms toward a prosperous, respected republic.
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Cuba
Havana
Republic
Magoon
Provisional Adminisration
United States
Gomez
Kaiser’s Birthday Marking Fifty Years Of William II
The Kaiser celebrated his 50th birthday. Referred to as the Roosevelt of Germany he presides over a prosperous nation. His 20 year reign has seen commerce flourish and he is praised for pioneering worker insurance now studied internationally.
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William
Roosevelt
Germany
Kaiser
England
America
William II
Yale Autographs Donated to College in New Haven
Yale University receives two autographs of Governor Elihu Yale the first Yale has held. The signature is cut from the Fort St George consultation book in Madras during Yale’s governorship. Also donated is an autograph letter believed unique in America presented by L S S Whipple, class of 1881.
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New Haven
Conn
Yale University
Elihu Yale
Yale
Edgar Thurston
Museum
Madras
India
Council of
Fort St. George
America
L. S&s
Classmate of Lowell Enjoys Birthday
Dr James Lloyd Wellington of Swansea oldest Harvard graduates class of 38 marked his 91st birthday in Providence Rhode Island joining calls from relatives and friends. Others from the same class include Dr James Ivers Trevothick Coolidge Mr William Ingersoll Bowditch and two more noted alumni with Bowditch having died at 89.
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Providence
R. I
James Lloyd Wellington
Swansea
Harvard
James Russell Lowell
James Ivers Trevothick Coolidge
Cambridge
Edward Augustus Renouf
Keene
Henry Orne
Framingham
William Ingersoll Bowditch
Boston
Bowditch
Hollis Hall
Wellington
All Sorts Sphinx Compared to Egyptian Postcard
A Newkirk column reprints an Egyptian sphinx postcard and jokes about the true sphinx versus the all sorts rendition. The piece mocks the real sphinx as old fashioned and compares its features to the homemade Sphinx in the column.
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Egypt
Cairo
Sphinx
Geelacheur
U. SS. S
Rhode Island
Times
Pinance Commission
What the Sphinx Says The Egyptian Sphinx Has Nothing On Me
The piece presents a witty brag about personal aura compared to the ancient Sphinx. It frames the speaker as uniquely imposing and self confident. The concise comment reads like a sharp epigram emphasizing individual prowess over mystique.
Lost Jewels and a Lost Column in The Boston Post
The Boston Post laments the disappearance of a humorous all sorts column that failed to appear and jokes about sources of the loss. The paper announces a court of inquiry to determine responsibility and hints at potential punitive action.
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S Post
Boston Post
Court of Inquiry
Coal Famine Ahead Warns Scranton Expert
Professor William Griffiths of Scranton warns the U S coal supply will be exhausted in a few years. He calls for vision to plan future energy, mocks coal advocates, and imagines a coalless country with no fires or furnaces. He singles out the Boston Coal Club for derision.
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William Griffiths
Scranton
Penn
Boston Coal Club
Quotable Wisdom for Heroes and Wary Minds
A compact reflection on heroism and prudence. It contrasts stage glory with practical guidance, suggesting a single apt word can define wisdom for both performers and thoughtful listeners.
When Days Lengthen I Smell A Saving Then Rise
The speaker celebrates longer days easing finances as evenings stay light. The verse contrasts past shortages with renewed funds and time saved, noting gas costs now seem higher than the value of quick daylight.
Boston City Notes on Transit Gaffs and Local Happenings
A miscellany of brief vignettes from Boston includes a cheerful station guard at Milk Street who lightens mishaps on the platform, a street car stunt near Dorchester, sparrow feeding by Keith’s theater, and a glee club tenor at a Conservatory event. Also covered are naturalization talk, elevated train antics, and civic talk at the City Club about transit plans and revival meetings in Brookline.
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Boston
H. R. Harrison
Revere House
Boston Transit Improvement Association
City Club
Atlantic Avenue Loop
Winthrop Highlands
Harbor
Rowe's Wharf
Scollay Square
Cross London Luggage Steamer Trunks Price List
A vintage advertises luggage options including Steamer Trunks from $18.50 and Dress Trunks from $21.50. Wille sden Canvas Steam er Trunks waterproofed at $29.50 and $37.50, with cowhide and overland Trenks priced up to $38.50. Men and Ladies wardrobes feature Windsor Bags and Madison Bags with silk lining and pockets in multiple sizes.
Whist Party and Local Events in South Boston
The Colonial Club will host its annual whist party at Bernice and Bethesda Halls on Lincoln's Birthday February 12. Hans Bishop visits St. Croix for the winter. Evacuation day and St Patrick's Day will be observed by Pere Marquette Council 271 Knights of Columbus with a minstrel show at St. Augustine's Hall. P J McMahon heads the planning committee.
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Colonial Club
South Boston
Bernice and
Bethesda Halls
Lincoln's Birthday
St.atrick’s Day
Pere Marquette Council
Knights of Columbus
St. Augustine’s Hall
P. J. McMahon
No Antagonism Between Faiths Cited by Johnson
Boston January twenty seven nineteen hundred nine letter to editor corrects a quote from the Post. William B Johnson asserts there is no antagonism between Emmanuel Movement and Christian Science and that we do not antagonize others in their efforts to be good.
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Emmanuel Movement
Christian Science
William B. Johnson
Boston
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