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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1913
Page
10
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The Boston Post lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, including Canada and foreign copies, with postage charges. It warns readers that all payments are in advance, and advises sending checks or money orders to Post Publishing Co and to notify if the paper is unavailable.
Robert Hoe of R Hoe & Co. declares the Boston Post now owns the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the world, underscoring the paper's industrial scale and capabilities.
In New Jersey the legislature considers a measure requiring an American flag in every public school room and daily pupil salutes under penalty of exclusion. The piece argues such compulsion could hollow patriotism and erode genuine respect for the flag.
The trustees of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts appeal for monetary contributions to cover deficits. The appeal argues money held by private citizens can best support an institution that educates and delights the public. Some question city funding for a private museum, but generous giving by those who can afford it is seen as proper.
Washington chatter suggests some Democrats fear President elect Wilson is too secretive and not confiding enough. Yet many support delaying cabinet announcements and argue openness to the public rather than to party leaders is proper. The piece questions the timing and criticizes early judgments.
Massachusetts moves to end old student railroad rates meet strong opposition from parents and school authorities. The new higher fares burden education and in some cases hamper enrollment. Other New England states keep the old rates. Senate Bill 176 hearing today expected to hear widespread objections.
The New York New Haven Hartford railroad reportedly declined to gain control of Bangor and Aroostook, arguing its policy will favor contraction and improving existing properties over expansion. If true, the stance would be chee r.
The piece argues that Mr. Mellen may embrace concentrating efforts rather than chasing growth. It notes New Haven could abandon being a trolley line, steamboat operator, water power firm, bank, and hotel promoter to return to railroading. Denials already surface and the dream fades.
The piece urges Massachusetts to act quickly on ratifying the federal income tax, noting 34 states already approved. It argues the income tax benefits the nation, questions Massachusetts’ opposition, and cites West Virginia’s upcoming ratification as the needed final steps toward constitutional change.
A London court jailed thirty one women for 14 days after they smashed windows and poured acids and glue into mail boxes on Tuesday night to test fitness for the ballot. The writer argues such hunger strikes would be treated differently if done by men and condemns starvation as a tactic.
The Boston City Club raised 213000 dollars in eight days for a new building. Its success is attributed to its democratic ethos, open inquiry, and civic role driving broad support for bonds and the club's status as a leading, inclusive civic organization.
A humorous poem by D. T. U mocks how money tips fund waiters and how servers rely on gratuities. The speaker questions whether tips should be required and notes that hotels cater to wealthy patrons who can afford generous tipping while staff toil unseen.
A humorous Boston letter laments tunnel tolls and asks whether untolled tunnels would ease city burdens. The writer, signing as Murph from Boston, riffs on the toll debate, mocks papers and lawmakers, and muses on the cost to East Boston and the Noddle Islands.
Letitia Christian Tyler, wife of John Tyler, lived at Bassett Hall and Cedar Grove in Virginia. Born November 12, 1790, she was famed as a Virginia belle and managed the home wisely during her husband’s political career. She died September 10, 1812, as the White House mourned and preparations for a new mistress began.
A Boston columnist recalls Captain Edward H. Dewey, Civil War balloon observer at Fredericksburg, and notes yacht club leadership changes with Charles A. Blaze at Winthrop Yacht Club. Other items mention Lincoln’s emancipation pen, Mayor French’s woodyard plan, unusual winter lake conditions, and Western Union signage in Boston.
A Maine reader protests editorial critics of Maine loyalty and Governor Haines. He questions Boston disruption to Maine New York rail links and defends the Maine Central system, arguing Maine and New England share finances and industry and should not condemn rail leaders.
Edward Whaley and Miss Blanche Goodell of Yonkers were wed by Justice Jacob Wolff. The groom requested a kiss from the justice to complete the ceremony and received a cordial kiss on the bride’s cheek with light humor about the marriage fee.
A man confesses a wish to be a star while a woman offers a comet as a fantasy. She explains the drawback that such a spectacle would occur only once in 16 years, leaving him crestfallen as he steps into the moonlit night.
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