Mayor Demands Removal of Common Yard By Subway Contractors
Mayor Collins responds to public sentiment via secretary Mr M P Curran and orders the removal of an unsightly yard on Boston Common used by subway contractors. The Post's exposure prompted this action, challenging the permit and arguing the space should be kept for boys and public use rather than a year long dump.
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Transit Commission
M. P. Curran
Post
Boston
Columbus Avenue
Boston Common
Our Foul Streets Boston Streets Ice and Filth Issue
The harsh winter has left Boston streets clogged with ice and filth, risking public health as spring approaches. The piece warns similar conditions in New York and urges strong street department action to remove ice and filth before it worsens.
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Boston
New York
Thaw Brings Call to Repair Streets Fast
The piece notes streets have been neglected for months and urges rapid cleaning as thaw begins to reduce filth and foulness. It warns that while eyes may tolerate conditions, health dangers demand urgent action.
Can the War Be Prolonged
Count Cassini predicts Russia will push the war to victory after Mukden, but financial strains loom. The Czar may withdraw to Siberia if needed, leaving Japan secured in conquests, while lenders in Paris and Berlin hesitate to fund a costly continuation against Oyama.
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Count Cassini
Washington
Mukden
Siberia
Japan
Russia
Paris
Berlin
St. Petersburg
Moscow
Oyama
Right Word on Railroads Judge Urges Equal Rates
Judge Grosscup denounces unequal railroad rates and urges federal supervision to prevent bias toward large shippers. He argues government control should ensure no rate is lower for bulk shipments and insists this is not socialism but a model comparable to the post office.
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Grosscup
Bush
Economic Club
Chicago
Betsy Ross House and Franklin Square Tour
The writer visits Betsy Ross’s house at Arch Street and notes its plain state despite its historic claim to the first flag. He recalls Betsy’s sewing skill and Washington’s role, then mentions the Franklin grave marker and the kite-flying legend at Franklin Square, recalling Philadelphia lore.
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Penn
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Betsy Ross
United States
Congress
Betsy
G. Washington
George
North Fifth Street
Aittle Eminence
Franklin
Philadelphia Mirth and Money at the Mint Visit
A Philadelphian recalls early electricity and the city post office before visiting the United States mint. He notes the grand building and stamps sales, the goose quill with poke berry ink used by Jefferson, and the mint’s 175 ton and 150 ton stamp pressures. He observes daily coin output and the social contrast with laborers earning $1.70 a day.
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Ninth and Chestnut
Seventh and Market
Tom Jefferson
Jefferson
United States Mint
Philadelphia
John D. Rockefeller
Tolstoi and the idea of a world without government
Count Tolstoi argues in the London Times for freeing humanity from governments. The piece rejects the notion as fanciful and warns that even the wisest men rely on restraints, noting the imperfect state of human nature and the need for governance.
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Leo Tolstoi
London Times
Russia
Count Tolstoi
Lifelong Nashua Leader John L H Marshall Dies at 65
John L H Marshall a notable Nashua businessman and former public official died this afternoon at age 65. He leaves a widow and son, Rev Harry I Marshall, a missionary in India.
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Nashua
N. H
John L. H. Marshall
Harry I. Marshall
India
I Praise Philadelphia and Its People
The letter-writer brags about Philadelphia praising its hospitality and courtesy while noting it has money at the mint and that New Yorkers show less neighborly spirit. He contrasts Philadelphia with New York and announces Washington, D. C. as the next stop. Newton Newkirk signs off.
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Philadelphia
New York
Washington, D. C
Newton Newkirk
Buttonhole Bouquets Return to Style in London
London observers report a shift as men resume wearing sizable buttonhole flowers after years of avoidance. In recent days violets and carnations appear in Mayfair, with a park parade floral display drawing attention to the revival.
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London
Mayfair
Church Parade
Diagnosis Miss Tottie Footlights
The excerpt hints at stage performers missing cues and suffering faintness as Miss Dolly Skiplets critiques costumes and gear. The tension focuses on costume quality and the risk of mishaps during a close performance.
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Dolly
Observant Citizen Notes Social Scene and Public Events
A column recalls Lucius Tuttles birthday at Tremont Theatre, Agapean Club Easter plans for Father Merritt, and a traveling trunk gift to H Forbes Richardson. It also covers civic notes on a Garten Fest watch contest, navy views on Japan and Russia, McCarthy and Omar Khayyam quip, and Edward Filene’s remarks at an Economic Club dinner.
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Edward A. Filene
Economic Club
Mr. Filene
A. W. Lincoln
Willcox
Delaware & Hudson
Prouty
Grosscup
Court of Appeals
Society notices and upcoming events in Boston circle
Invitations from Mr and Mrs William L Ratcliffe announce an at home next Friday at 8 pm with whist. The near completion of Historic Scenes in Potter Hall is pledged to benefit historic causes under patronage of Mrs Winthrop Sargent and others. Palms Beach visitors include Mr and Mrs Charles A Cummings and Miss Margaret Cummings at the Royal Poinciana for a week. Mrs Sargent plans summers at Fishkill and Mt Desert. Rosamond Saltonstall wins golf at Coronado. Miss Fanny Faulkner to return summer north shore. The Eliot couple plan to sail home by week’s end, aiming for a Quincy Street residence by the 25th, as Debutante season nears. Frank A Cutting and wife depart Winchester for Atlantic City.
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William L. Ratcliffe
Parley Vale
Jamaica Plain
Harold C. Ernst
Charles E. Grinnell
Richard Walden Hale
Henry Parkman
Perkins
William Warren Vaughan
Holker Abbott
Palm Beach
Charles A. Cummings
Clarendon Street
Margaret Cummings
Royal Poinciana
Europe
Fanny M. Faulkner
Beacon Street
Magnolia
Charles R. Hayden
Miss Faulkner
North Shore
Eliot
Neal Rantoul
Frank A. Cutting
Winchester
Atlantic City
Etiquette Questions From Society Page
Readers ask propriety rules for carriage with a lady friend street car seating opera conduct and introductions. The column answers that a gentleman may exit the car to smoke only if just met and under no obligation to stay. the lady precedes on entry and the gentleman on exit. a seat should be offered to a standing lady. at the opera the lady precedes and follows the usher. a cigar should be removed when addressing a lady. a gentleman may offer his arm, and introductions may end with a bow or handshake or a simple nod and name.
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Post
Morning Post
Short Story Competition Rules Published by The Post
The Post outlines rules for the Short Story competition on the Editorial page in this Sunday issue. Readers are advised to review eligibility, entry format, and judging criteria as published.
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Sunday Post
The Hostless Guests and a Storied Night in Boston
A nameless narrator recounts a Boston night where a club dinner ends in a sting. Disguised as a member, she is exposed when a desk officer identifies the ruse and calls for police, revealing a duplicitous dinner guest.
Relief sought for 8000 starved in Bitlis region
American Board reports mission stations in Bitlis Eastern Turkey where up to eight thousand people in Sassoun area endure heavy distress. Many lack food clothing and shelter while some children may need placement in Christian homes until self support is possible.
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American Board
Bitlis
Turkey
Sassoun
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Ada Dwyer
Mary Ann
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Alice Fischer
Actors’ Fund of America
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Harry Ss. Timmins
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H. Forbes Richardson
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Salem
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Father Merritt
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Omar Ekhayyam
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Mildred Bampaane
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Beatrice S. Sweet
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