Boston Post 1914 Subscription Rates and Notices
The Boston Post lists subscription rates for U.S. Canada and foreign deliveries. Rates include daily and Sunday Post options with annual, semiannual, and quarterly terms. The notice specifies payment at advance, stamps not accepted, and to notify the postal service for newsdealer issues.
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U. S
Canada
Bee
Ile
Sunnday Post
Boston
Post
Maas
Post Publishing Company
Smith says Sherman Act an absurd failure argues improvement needed
Herbert Knox Smith, former commissioner of corporations, criticizes the Sherman act as an absurd failure yet notes improved respect for its workings by corporations. He warns that the real defect lies in delayed decisions such as the four years to reach a final ruling in the Standard Oil case and urges clarifying amendments to correct this.
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Herbert Knox Smith
United States
Mr. Smith
Standard Oil
Rising thermometer signals hopeful St Elizabeths appeal
The St Elizabeths Hospital thermometer on Washington Street shows a noon total of 43,000 dollars, with less than two days of work completed. Weatherwise analysts expect a 200,000 dollar surge by February 5, urging generous support to fund a humane cause.
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St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
Washington Street
Weingartner to Lead Boston Opera Two Months Each Year
The plan for Felix Weingartner to be permanent leading conductor at the Boston Opera House collapsed but the announcement that he will serve as conductor for two months annually satisfies music lovers. His masterly leadership has demonstrated exceptional results with limited material, and two months of his work each season should produce a remarkable and uplifting effect in the Opera House.
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Felix Weingartner
Boston Opera House
Weingartner
Seasn
James H. Carmichael
Lowell
Commonwealth
Mr. Carmichael
Medford
Governor Brooks
New England
Bill on careless driving to become law in state highways
The bill filed with the House clerk yesterday aims to curb reckless auto driving. It promises heavy fines and imprisonment for offenders, asserting such penalties will deter those who treat human life lightly.
Poison Label Bill Faces Skepticism in New York Legislature
A proposed New York bill would label beer wine and whiskey bottles with skull and crossbones to warn of poison. Critics say the plan is impractical and could mislead drinkers by branding all alcohol as deadly, risking more accidental poisonings.
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New York
President Wilson Names Goethals as Panama Governor
President Wilson selects Colonel George W. Goethals as first permanent Governor of the Panama Canal Zone citing his proven service and fit for the role. The appointment reflects confidence in Goethals to lead the canal area's administration.
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Wilson
George W. Goethals
Pannama Canal Zone
King of Panama Hero Possible Police Commissioner
The text ponders a colonel's possible New York police commissionership under conditions, with Mayor Mitchel drafting a bill to secure his appointment. It contrasts likely support from Uncle Sam versus Father Knickerbocker and asks which will prevail.
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Colonel Goethals
New York City
Mitchel
Panama
Uncle Sam
Father Knickerbocker
President opposes free Panama Canal tolls even as Congress weighs repeal
The President told the Senate foreign relations committee he opposes free tolls for American coastwise ships using the Panama Canal. He argues Congress should repeal the coastwise exemption and upholds the Hay-Pauncefote treaty that opens the canal to all nations on equal terms.
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Wilson
Washington
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Panama Canal
Congress
United States
The Impatient Suburbanite
Representative M. H. Cotter attacks crowding in transit arguing state limits on car capacity ignore the jam of riders. He notes passengers resist waiting for emptier cars and that Boston buses often run overloaded while nearby cars sit mostly unused.
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M. H. Cotter
Boston
Port Ban croft Urges Fast-Track Boston 40-Foot Channel
Director of the Port Ban croft commits to speeding the engineers report on the Boston Harbor 40-foot channel at Congressman Murray's request. The report is nearly ready and likely favorable, but multiple boards must approve before it reaches Congress. Boston seeks swift action to secure an appropriation this year.
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Bancroft
Boston Harbor
Congressman Murray
Boston
Congress
Bill of the Rivers and Harbors Committee
Indicted Littauer brothers face smuggling charge in necklace case
The Littauer brothers, wealthy Gloversville glove makers, were indicted by a federal grand jury for smuggling a $40,000 diamond necklace to their wife. If convicted, they face a strong public sentiment and potential penalties beyond fines. The case highlights their protectionist stance on tariffs, while their business profits from high tariffs on gloves.
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Littauer
Gloversville
N. Y
United States
Littauers
Rules That Every Boy Should Will Be Published Next Post
A brief note notes that rules intended for every boy will appear in the upcoming Post. The line hints at distributed guidance or expectations to be released publicly.
The Moan of the Millionaire
A humorous verse about Newton Newkirk depicting the tax burden on a rich man. The millionaire frets over income tax, toiling over returns and red tape, while others laugh at lawbreaking and jokes about being broke. The piece satirizes tax stress and public attitudes.
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Flo
Tango and Tangle on Skates Draw Mixed Reactions
The piece contrasts expert precision in tango skating with a novice’s chaotic first attempt at the tangle maneuver, illustrating how one activity requires refined skill while the other invites humorous stumble.
Rules and Etiquette of the Boston Strap Hangers' Union
An humorous guide for new members explaining how to recognize veterans by shoulder height and left or right handedness. It describes the grand hailing sign a fine for misbehavior on a street car, sharing fines with informers, strap usage rules, and a playful motto.
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Boston
Strap Hangers’ Union
S. H. VII
Be a Booster Be a Booster
An old city piece urges readers to stop knocking and become boosters. It argues brick throwing fades as publicity shifts toward praising neighbors and promoting others business. The piece champions positive public talk to raise community spirit and personal advantage.
Look Out for Fresh Paint in Hidden Beauties
A lighthearted note hints that surface finishes can pretend beauty with a coat of paint rather than true depth, warning readers to look beyond the gloss and inspect underlying quality.
Indiana man Henry Hinkle sold false get rich scheme
Henry Hinkle of Indiana was arrested for fraudulent use of the mails after he advertised a scheme promising to teach others how to earn one dollar per hour without work in exchange for five dollars. He sent out letters promising returns and collected dozens of five dollar payments before being nabbed.
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Henry Hinkle
Indiana
Henry
Jit
Pott
Observant Citizen notes on Boston civic life and culture
The Observant Citizen reports on Rev. Frederick H. Page and his wife starting an eight month European Egypt Palestine trip with a parish purse presented in goodwill. It notes connections to journalist William S. McNary and mentions local civic topics from Lowell fire protection to Curley’s inaugural at Tremont Temple, plus weathered street care and social events.
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Frederick H. Page
Page
Notre Dame Paris Cathedral A Glimpse Of Its Gothic Grandeur
Historic account highlights Notre Dame in Paris as a symbol of gothic magnificence with rose window towers gargoyles and timeless stories. It notes Napoleon Josephine coronation the 17 million dollar pageant and the French Revolution’s impact on the sacred site on the Seine island.
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Alfred Noyes
Wellesley
College
Noyes
Notre Dame
Paris
France
Augustus J. C. Hare
Pont Neuf
Napoleon
Josephine
Waterloo
Loffis XVI
Seine
Philip Augustus
Holy Land
Richard the Lion Hearted
England
Home Sweet Home Uncle Walt Says
Poem reflecting on changing social life from cozy fireside homes to street life, ragtime culture, and youths roaming at night. The piece laments loss of traditional home comforts and contrasts past and present with a critical tone attributed to Walt Mason.
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God
Mark
Walt Mason
First regular pastor chosen for the students' church
The Pastorship at Central Church Berkeley and Newbury streets marks the first regular pastor since Rev. John Hopking Denison was stricken with paralysis four years ago this Easter. The church waited two years for his recovery, noting his strong popularity especially among young men.
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Central Church
Berkeley
Newbury Streets
John Hopking Denison
Forbes Robertson Shows Light Hearted Portrayal at Shubert
Sir Johnston Forbes Robertson, in a prominent Shubert engagement, demonstrated his range by handling lighter roles with equal skill after a strong Hamlet debut. Last evening he presented The Light Hat Failed, performing a role that highlighted his versatility.
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Johnston Forbes-Robertson
Shubert Theatre
Hamlet
Dick Heldar War Correspondent Story Theme
The famous Kipling tale of Maisie the artist and Dick Heldar is summarized here. For the stage adaptation the ending is altered but the central love theme remains the same.
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Dick Heldar
Kipling
Maisie
Heldar
See Willie's Latest Invention Debuts in Sunday Post
Willie unveils a new invention in the Sunday Post while Mugg secures an extra five pounds, signaling a busy week for local figures.
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Willie
Muggsy
Chauncy Hall School Boys Dinner Set Next Tuesday
The O d Chauncey Hall School alumni reunion and dinner will be held at the Harvard Club house next Tuesday evening Feb 3. Invitations have been sent to 85 graduates and pupils, with a large turnout expected though exact attendance is not yet known.
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O'd Chauncey Hall School
Harvard Club
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