Boston Post historical notice of subscriptions and rates
The Boston Post markets daily and Sunday subscriptions with prices for different terms. Rates listed include six months for 1.50 and three months for 0.75, plus single issues at 25 cents. Canadian copies cost 10 cents per copy. Postal details note second class matter status and payment instructions.
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The Daily Post Subscription Notice
A vintage notice outlines mail and Sunday delivery options for The Daily Post with monthly rates, address changes, and advance payment requirements. It lists editorial and business office contacts at 1539 Main Avenue and 1004 1005 1008, urging prepaid subscriptions and notifying discontinuation on expiration. Editorial and postal contact instructions appear alongside the publisher E A Grozer.
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War on the skeet mosquito threat urged by state
TheState should battle the mosquito nuisance on park lands and in marshes with draining and oiling. The author notes citizens must also inspect backyards and even pails of water noting the skeet breed anywhere. If homes are inspected and cared for, the problem would be greatly reduced.
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Metropolitan Commission
Massachusetts Direct Nominations Set For Fall Enrolment
A full enrolment is needed for direct nominations in Massachusetts this fall with the new system to run smoothly. The bill before the Governor lacks clear voter enrolment across the state and must be corrected to allow all citizens, regardless of former primaries, to align with any party.
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Lords as Liberal Stronghold Enduring Policy Shift
The passage suggests the Lords would become a durable Liberal stronghold for years, with policy guiding acceptance of the situation rather than ongoing contention. It emphasizes a shift toward stability and reduced friction between the Lords and governing reforms.
Canada Reciprocity Bill Faces Ottawa Parliament Obstruction
Taft will sign the Canadian reciprocity bill on his return to Washington, but Ottawa must act. Parliament under Laurier resists amid party politics, requiring continuous sessions to vote on the measure. A dissolution and early September election are possible, with winter as a contingency for final establishment.
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Taft
Washington
Congress
Ottawa
Senate
Laurier
Beneath the Waves Demonstrates Submarine Power
The Eastern Long Island Sound maneuver shows submersibles approaching the battleship undetected to 500 yards. Submarines near Block Island and the Connecticut battleship reportedly surfaced close to the ship and joked about tying up. Officials anticipate further demonstrations during Provincetown maneuvers.
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Long Island Sound
Navy Department
Block Island
Grayling
Connecticut
Provincetown
Stabilisator may deliver safe aeroplane flight now
French inventor M Doutre claims a device called the stabilisator finally offers full flight stability in all weather. He says it has passed private tests in more than 300 flights with French military experts and reports no accidents or damage. He calls him self the greatest benefactor to aviation if true.
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M. Doutre
Detroit Rule on passing stopped streetcars
The Detroit ordinance requires drivers to signal approach and keep at least six feet from a street car that is stopping or has stopped to load or unload passengers. If six feet cannot be kept, vehicles must stop six feet behind the car and wait. Passing must occur at no more than half the lawful speed. The State law supersedes city ordinances, and enforcement by police is urged.
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Lords may surrender on peers expansion in Westminster row
Parliament faces a Commons vote on Peers amendments to a bill as government hints at creating hundreds of new peers to secure a working majority. The move could alter the hereditary chamber who may back or resist the surrender with potential long term effects for ancient privileges.
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Westminster
Commons
House of Commons
Society People Sailing on Franconia
List of society members booked to sail the Franconia to Liverpool includes W. D. Howells Mildred Howells E Pierson Beebe John T Wheelwright Eller ton Dorr Mary Elise Dorr William C Codman Rose Lamb Aimee Lamb Horatio Lamb Miss Sarah Crocker Margaret Crocker Lyne han Crocker Charles H Fiske George W Lee Chestnut Hill William M Bramer Wallace Pierce Parkman Dexter Pierce Wil liam S Richardson William D Sullivan and family Mrs Matthew Dolan Rocks Brookline and Mrs William H Hill.
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Liverpool
W. D. Howells
Mildred Howells
E. Pierson Beebe
John T. Wheelwright
Ellerton Dorr
Mary and
Elise Dorr
William C. Codman
Rose Lamb
Mt. Vernon Street
Aimee Lamb
Horatio Lamb
Joseph Balch
Sarah Crocker
Commonwealth Avenue
Margaret
Lynehan Crocker
Charles H. Fiske
George W. Lee
Chestnut Hill
William M. Bramer
Wallace Pierce
Milton
Parkman Dexter Pierce
William S. Richardson
William D. Sullivan
Matthew Dolan
the Rocks
Brookline
William H. Hill
Judge and Mrs Grant sail for Europe to visit family
Judge and Mrs Robert Grant depart from Montreal to visit their son and daughter in London. They hope to meet their first grandchild, not yet seen, as Mrs Henry Stackpole returns early in May from a lengthy stay with her daughter.
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Robert Grant
Montreal
Robert Grant, Jr
Priscilla Stackpole
London
Sloanecourt
Henry Stackpole
Daugh
Coolidge Declines Run for Lieutenant Governor Nomination
Louis A. Coolidge announces he will not seek the Republican nomination for Lieutenant Governor and will not accept any nomination. He stated yesterday that under no circumstances will he pursue or accept the post, clarifying his stance against challenging Luce.
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Luce
Louis A. Coolidge
Tomato timing sparks florist dispute over early picks
Boston florist N. F. McCarthy claims he picked his first dozen tomatoes on July 6, replying to Mrs. C. J. Carmody who cited early tomato records. Newport resident Mrs. Joan M. Currier notes garden ripeness on July 18, as the Post receives similar letters.
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C. J. Carmody
N. F. McCarthy
Boston
Joan M. Currier
Newport
Hood Ends Atlanta Fight and Orders Evacuation of City
Hood’s retreat from Atlanta on Sept 1 1864 left over 80 cars and six engines wrecked as Sherman closed in from the south. Hood ordered Hardee to Lovejoy Station and evacuated the Georgia capital while Hardee maneuvered to avoid pursuit. Sherman halted at the Confederate fortifications after overwhelming Hardee’s forces and planned a new campaign weeks later.
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Chattanooga
Ancient footballers debut in bold new uniforms and plans
Milford town notes report a playful mock prophecy about the Ancients crossing the sea with fresh outfits and loaded gear. The item shifts to a serious town incident on High street where James Lally’s pig pen suffered $2 damage from a fire sparked by children and matches, with no insurance. A brief editor’s note muses on safety and a spring poetry letter to the editor from O. M. Ashbont.
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High Street
James Lally
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Advice to Vacationers on Tanning and Care
The verse warns vacationers about tanning and sunburn risks. It compares tanning to coloring a pipe and stresses careful application to avoid lobster red skin, blisters, and pain. With prudent use of gentler means, a proper tan may be achieved and bring satisfaction.
The Pysh knot returns to fashion in unknown form
Inquiries were made about the Pysh knot from eight young women, but details remain scarce. The term refers to a knot tied with hair worn near the northeast area of the bean, and no further specifics are provided.
Push knot hair technique from old styling guide
The guide explains making a push knot by frizzing, marcelling, tossing up, and pinning the front hair. It details worming hair, wind around a bun, dividing outer strands into two tails, twisting, and securing with pins. It also notes stiffening with whalebone if needed and using leftover pins to pin up hair.
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Marcelling
Joyous verse on resilience and public mockery
A Whitman flavored meditation celebrates joy amid pressure. The speaker notes the joy found in birdsong and simple life while praising the person who endures criticism from every side yet continues to smile. The poem blends light humor with a stoic defiance against opposition.
Unnamed Nomination Sparks Frantic Room Escape
The scene erupts as Livy and associates shout and cry while being dragged from the room. Lawyers abandon the space amid vociferous indignation. A participant named Bartolozzi collapses in a fit before the article notes the nomination remains unnamed.
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Abbatomaggio
Alfano
Bartolozzi
Gaston Petrol Chases The Falling Star In Flight
In chapter seven, Gaston Petrol trails The Falling Star with Weems and Michel Brianne aboard. Gascon is derisive while Weems shows calm indifference as Wimpy signals loyalty to his servant. They prepare to elude pursuers and escape.
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Weems
Michel Brianne
Cems
Michel
Punk engine and airborne voyage end in crash
Michel Brianne praises Wimpy Weems as they fly 17 281 feet above ground in a Gloom engine powered ascent. The scenery appears surreal while a feed valve is opened to maximize centripotency. A sudden crash halts the journey near Winsted Con. To be continued tomorrow.
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Michel Brianne
Wimpy Weems
Gaston
Weems
Winsted
Con
Michel
Keokuk
Dear Lovelorn Maid Seeks Advice On Courtship In Boston Office
A young stenographer in a large Boston office writes to Miss Champagne seeking guidance on how to approach a handsome colleague with blue eyes and auburn curls. She asks whether to start by asking about his home life or interests, or to be contrary, and how to win his attention. She signs herself as A Lovelorn Maid and notes she is about 18.
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Miss Champagne
Boston
Mossback Uncle Walt Celebrates Old Ways In Verse
The piece features Walt Mason railing against modern change and praising venerable traditions and the wisdom of the old. He laments youth’s triumph and declares he remains a mossback, loving old customs, laws, and friends as his life wanes.
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Widsom
Walt Mason
The Auburn Curls and Blue-Eyed Man in Advice
A dating guidance passage discusses a young man with blue eyes and auburn curls. It argues the curls are a flaw yet the real appeal lies in resolve and seriousness, advising to be natural, listen more than speak, and show genuine interest to seem engaging.
Hub dentists off to meet National Dental Association
About 50 Boston dentists, all Delta Sigma Delta members, traveled from South Station to Albany on a special parlor car attached to the train for Cleveland to attend the National Dental Association convention. The party included Dr. Charles W. Rodgers secretary of the association and several state board members.
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National Association
A. In Midgeley
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Thomas da Barrett
Worcester
J. H. Kazanjian
W. H. Eaton
W. H. Gilapatrick
F. M. Manley
J. A. Furbush
M. Y. Littig
John D. Dowsley
State Board of Registration In Dentistry
George E. Mitchell
Haverhill
State Board
C. W. Bridge
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