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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1907
Page
6
Issued delay notice from Post Publishing Co dated July 4 1907. No. 4 Vol. 188. office located at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts.
Rates for Daily Post and Sunday Post listed for domestic and Canada subscriptions. Includes 1 year 2.50 for Sunday, 6 months 1.25, 3 months 65 cents, 1 month 25 cents. Canada rates: Daily 1 month 50 cents, 6 months 3 dollars, year 6 dollars. Sunday 9 cents per copy. Instructions on address changes, advance payment, and mail handling. Editor and Publisher: FE A Grozier.
The piece defends youths who set off crackers and horn blasts on the eve of Independence Day, arguing they were driven by tradition rather than clear law. It urges leniency for those caught and predicts a calmer night before July Fourth in time.
The Rhode Island Republican machine backs George Peabody Wetmore for United States Senator after Colonel Colt withdraws. The piece calls the move an unworthy compromise and urges electing Colonel Goddard, a Republican of the better sort, who secured the larger war record in the recent Legislature and is ready for nomination.
Governor Guild writes a dignified, sympathetic and indignant letter to Chief Pidgin praising his 30 years of service while criticizing the executive council for twice refusing to confirm his appointment. He says he will seek a successor meeting council approval, though he personally respects Pidgin and will not exploit a legal technicality. The action is described as unprecedented and the governor declares the council acted without justification.
The Aug 20 ceremony marks a national and international event with the President and Cabinet members attending. The British ambassador will be present, honoring the Pilgrims’ landing at Provincetown and the English colonial origins of America. Stones from Leyden and Austerfield will be incorporated. The Pilgrims Memorial Association drives the historic celebration.
Acknowledgment is given to organization and personnel for their patriotic service reflected in measurable results. The effort showcases dedication and collective impact across involved groups and communities.
The text lauds the Declaration of Independence and its authors John Hancock and Thomas Jefferson. It emphasizes liberty, self-rule, and the global impact of America’s founding, noting unity among a diverse people and the ongoing pride and patriotism tied to the Fourth of July.
The United States demands John D. Rockefeller appear before Judge Landis in Chicago on Saturday to answer questions the people seek. After two weeks of evading officials in Cleveland Chicago New York and Boston he was tracked to Pittsfield by the Post where Prentice his son in law and rumored $50 000 reward were cited. The paper asserts Rockefeller should obey state authority and not bow to monopoly.
President Richards of the Consolidated Gas Company outlines the new 80 cent per 1000 rate and how July bills cover gas used from late June and through July. He notes meter readings in July will reflect 15 days of June and 15 days of July, with each read shifting accordingly.
A Nashua reader praises The Boston Post as fair and independent in its editorials and critiques of the President. The letter lauds the paper for loyalty, patriotism, culture, and charity, calling it a model newspaper free from sensational yellow journalism. The writer offers well wishes for Boston’s growth and pride.
In a nostalgic column the author muses on Fourth of July preparations and public celebrations. Citizens stockpile fireworks and plan indulgent displays while diverse plans emerge for viewing, picnics, or even Emergency Hospital scenes. A note of satire ends with a child named Polly and a cracker gift.
A satirical recipe mocks Fourth of July punch with absurd steps including peeling oranges, chopping lemons with an axe, using blueing for color, and a Patriotic robe bath. It ends with a string of comical safety warnings and firecracker quips that lampoon holiday excess.
A lighthearted column notes the east wind drew no harsh remarks at a beach resort and mentions upcoming casting for The Green Bird with John Lorenz and Arthur Hill. It also cites a lawyer’s door card of epigrams, a time ball misfire on State street, and Carlo Buonamici’s voyage to Italy as soloist with Florence’s Cherubini Philharmonic Society.
The piece notes the Roman Orchestra of Rome as premier ensembles and mentions Felix Fox finishing his English season with a piano recital in Holian Hall London last Saturday with favorable reviews. Henry Woodruff travels Europe, winning a ship pool worth 1600 dollars, likely extending his stay roaming across on the voyage.
Miss Elinor M. Locke narrates Keturah Thomas who mourns her dead son and, amid community scrutiny, discovers a newfound purpose. She adopts a homeless boy, cleans an abandoned room, and embraces a gentle reform to give him simple joys and a safer home. The tale ends with neighbors reacting to her transformation.
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