Post Boston Daily 1907 March 9 No.58 Vol186
Daily issue of the Post Publishing Co from Boston dated March 9 1907 lists subscription rates including daily yearly price 10, five months 75 cents and monthly 25 cents. It notes second class matter status and asks readers to notify if undelivered. Editor and Publisher B A Grozter signs the notice.
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Post Publishing Co
Washington St
Boston
Mass
Taley Onerial Flooms
Sostal
B. A. Grozter
War display at Jamestown Exposition draws moral critique
The piece denounces a living picture of war as offensive to public morality and rejects war as any splendor. It notes criticism from organized labor Wisconsin lawmakers and clergy, while acknowledging the value of military displays for national celebration but opposing glorification of war.
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General Sherman
Wisconsin
The Unwritten Law at Culpeper Court
In Culpeper Virginia the Strothers brothers case ends with the judge praising the verdict and remarking that juries rarely punish killings that invade a home’s sanctity. He questions why trials by jury are needed if law books differ from popular judgment.
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Strothers Brothers
Culpeper
KEEP COOL Inaction on market turmoil draws calm response
The piece argues the recent stock market disturbance harmed only a few gamblers and caused no broad economic impact. It says industry, production, rail freight, and food supplies remain steady while people sleep well and carry on with routine business.
Rhode Island Governor Demands Brayton Showdown
Governor Higgins issues a proclamation letter to the High Sheriff ordering General Brayton to vacate his State House apartment where he conducts business as a lobbyist and Republican leader. A clash of authority looms as Brayton resists the demand.
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Rhode Island
Brayton
State House
Higgins
Old State House Faces Preservation Fight in Boston
Petitioners urged legislative committee to shield the Old State House from converting into an entrance for the East Boston tunnel. They call it a patriotic memorial worth preservation for its historic value and city appeal, warning that commercial development could damage its legacy.
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Old State House
East Boston
Legislative Committee
Pty State ‘House
Boston
Conscience Question Raised Over Restitution in Campaign Funds
The Court of Appeals cleared George W. Perkins of larceny charges after he returned 54019 plus interest to New York Life Policyholders for funds used in the Roosevelt campaign. The piece contrasts Perkins action with Cortelyou who kept tainted funds. It questions whether President Roosevelt and his Postmaster General should also make restitution.
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George W. Perkins
New York Life Insurance Company
Roosevelt
Court of Appeals
Perkins
New York
Cortelyou
Beavers and Hunters in Maine Spark Protest
A Roosevelt era official and guide, appointed collector of customs in Aroostook, opposes a Maine open season proposal for beaver trapping. He argues beavers deserve protection despite pelts valued at eight dollars, noting beavers are harmless and that October camping harms timber more than a beaver year. He cheekily suggests protecting hunters and even jokes about mistaken identity with deer.
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Maine
Harriman Proposes Government Railway Cooperation
The text reports E H Harriman signaling willingness to announce a cooperative scheme between government and railways, with President Roosevelt asked to note the move. It also notes Illinois and the Interstate Commerce Commission will question Harriman over $32,000,000 Chicago and Alton bonds sold cheaply for profit, alleging a bunco scheme.
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E. H. Harrimian
Roosevelt
Harriman
State of Illinois
Interstate Commerce Commission
Chicago & Alton
United States
Open Sea Park Idea Spurs City Action
Mayor Fitzgerald cites Washington input that Governor's Island could become a Boston public park after administration formalities. The plan aims to create an accessible water park space where smoke and crowding from land are reduced, letting residents enjoy the Atlantic breeze and Massachusetts Bay.
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Fitzgerald
Washington
Governor’s Island
Boston
Massachusetts Bay
Look Out for Your Hat Turns Comedy at Boston Luncheon
In a Boston cafe a luncheon becomes a farce as a hat mix up triggers laughter and embarrassment. Clarence McSwiggan recounts meeting a boastful hat thief while a balding man laments his hat, and the pair endure jokes from onlookers before McSwiggan exits with a dignified, self defined stance.
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Boston
Smith
Horatio Jamigon Smith
Down
Down Maine Lumber Company
State Street
Clarence McSwiggan
Kankakee
George
Mister McFinnegan
McSwiggan
Watch & Ward
Blazes
Newton Newkirk
Saxon King Returns Visit Tied to Portuguese Marriage
In Lisbon on March 8, Frederick Augustus King of Saxony visits are seen as part of negotiations for the Portuguese crown prince the Duke of Braganza to wed a Saxon princess.
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Lisbon
Frederick Augustus
Saxony
Portugal
Braganza
Revere Home for Aged People Denied as Myth
A Boston letter to the editor refutes Rev. Manley’s claim that the Revere Home for Aged People is a myth. The writer asserts the institution is incorporated with a board, functioning under a constitution, with funds on deposit, bonded treasurer, and directors of solid repute working for public benefit.
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Manley
Revere
Twentieth Century Club
Home For
Aged People of
John B.eee
Boston
Births and community notices from Charlestown harbor life
Captain and Mrs. Frederic L. Bradman of Charlestown navy yard welcome a daughter. A Requiem for Jeremiah C. Mahoney is set at St. Stephen's Church Hanover Street on Monday morning March 11. A Harvard student confronts a conductor after blocking the aisle, leading to a scuffle. Booklovers Contest editors report low scores on the first week and potential ties. West Roxbury Citizens Association plans a March 14 banquet at Highland Hall with prominent speakers. Local craft and racing notes include John Shepard's touring car and Charles River speedway activity. A Woodlawn area shipbuilder and a naphtha launch project are mentioned. Vignettes speak of nightly childhood questions and Rev. Percy Epler’s return to Worcester. Parochial concert at St. Mary's North End on March 17 funds student department rebuilding. Chelsea militiamen attend a new armory edification with a dance. Somerville residents travel to South America. District Nursing Association praised for infant care.
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St. Mary’s Church
North End
Thomas J. Garrity
Vicomte D Avenel Speaks on Wage Workers Expenses
Vicomte George D Avenel told Harvard Cercle Francais last night that over 700 years working class expenditures varied with prices, salaries and provisions. He noted prices fell with population yet manufacture costs rose, while gas petroleum and electricity reduced heating costs and candlelight costs differed sharply from petroleum.
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Cercle Francais
Harvard University
Vicomte George D'Avenel
France
Salvage Decision Pending for Wrecked Dakota
By March 11 the Great Northern Steamship Company will decide if the wrecked Dakota will be salvaged or handed to the underwriters. No US consulate inquiry has been held yet. Passengers pursue personal claims while experts weigh salvage viability.
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Yokohama
Dakota
Great Northern Steamship Company
United States
Apanese
A Bachelor Woman Draws Dalmaine to Vow and Return
Robert Dalmaine, a lifelong bachelor, grapples with love after meeting a free spirited girl. He plans to end the engagement by letter but changes course when he sees her on her doorstep and she asks to be kissed, risking heartbreak.
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Robert Dalmaine
Dalmaine
Watson
Letter About Watson's Absence Sparks Selfless Aid
He notices Watson forgot to mail a letter due to his hurried departure for his father's death. The speaker, noting Watson's carelessness, resolves to compensate by raising his pay, a gesture described with a blush and quiet grace.
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Watson
Mildred Champagne Advice Column on Love and Engagement
Miss Anxious asks Mildred Champagne for guidance about a steady romance with a man older than her who delays marriage to care for his father. The columnist questions the son's priorities and urges commitment while noting a secondary suitor with status.
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Miss Champagne
Good guesser wins suit for 25000 prize
In Clayton Missouri Judge McElhinney awards M Logan Guthrie of Fulton 25000 dollars for guessing the nearest total paid admissions to the world’s fair Guthrie’s 12804616 was announced as the exact figure after two years of litigation seeking the prize.
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ST. Louis
McElhinney
Clayton
M. Logan Guthrie
Fulton
Guthrie
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