Boston Daily Post subscription rates and notices 1916
The issue lists subscription prices for Daily Sunday and Foreign editions, with rates for Canada and the Boston District, plus payment instructions. It includes mailing details, office contacts, and notices about payment in advance and discontinuation without notice. Editor Edwin A. Grozier is named as publisher.
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New York Streets Compared To Boston In Historical Interest
The New York Sun argues that New York cannot rival Boston for historical street interest. It asserts New York has not matched a score of Boston’s historically significant streets and invites the Sun to name examples.
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New York
New York Sun
United States
Sun
Boston’a
Silk dyes revive as vegetable colors gain favor
The Silk Association of America reports war and dye shortages will curb silk production to black and white fabrics next year. Colored silks will use vegetable dyes, once common, now praised for beauty and durability despite higher costs. The note hopes renewed demand will sustain them.
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Silk Association of America
German Herald Deems Wilson Failing Due to German Vote
The German Herald of New York asserts President Wilson cannot win in November as German Americans rally against him. The piece suggests alarm among Wilson and friends and argues Kaiserist influence is unlikely to help. It notes a still sizable pro American vote nationwide.
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New York
Wilson
Herald
Mr. Wilson
United States
Prerogatives Safe for Ancients and Cadets in House Vote
The House defeated an amendment to the army bill that would have shortened the special prerogatives of Boston organizations. For now the time honored groups retain their individual flavor and privileges, keeping their distinct status intact.
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Boston
War readiness and valor praised in ancient and modern groups
The passage contrasts philistine humorists with the Ancients, noting both groups include capable individuals. It states that both organizations have produced good soldiers who have sacrificed their lives on numerous battlefields.
Peace Talks and War Axiom in Europe
The piece notes growing peace talk but says no side is ready to offer terms. It cites German signals as the source of overt peace discussion and argues Britain remains uncompromising, with fleet strength and resolve to continue the war until German militarism ends.
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Europe
Germany
Great Britain
Roxbury Hotel Head Waiter Convicted in Rings Theft
The head waiter at a Roxbury hotel was found guilty of stealing rings from a patron who was in a helpless intoxicated state. The piece questions how the woman gained access to the premises intoxicated and notes stringent liquor regulations and possible Licensing Board action.
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Pumping Station Plan Moves Forward in Boston
Governor McCall signs a bill authorizing a high pressure pumping station on the Charlesbank near the jail. Final steps require Metropolitan Park Commission consent, Port Directors approval, and federal authorization. Obstruction to navigation is not expected, but final clearance remains possible.
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Boston
Charlesbank
Metropolitan Park Commission
China declares end of monarchy and resumes republic
The edict signals the collapse of the monarchy as Yuan Shi Kai rejects the emperorship and resumes the presidency. Chaotic shifts in Chinese government are noted, with speculation that Japan may soon assume control of China.
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State Department
Pekin
Yuan Shi Kai
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Hank and His Animal Friends Encounter a Soldier Boy
In the next Sunday Pest, Hank and his animal companions meet a boy who was not raised to be a soldier, prompting reflections on upbringing and courage.
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The
Sunday Post
Observant Citizen theater spoof ends in fatal picket fence climax
A serialized piece presents Lippi the tailor in a melodramatic tale of love, theft, and a dramatic fall from a picket fence ending in a death. The finale reveals Macaronna and Villa married while the fate of Lippi hangs from a sharp fence post. Other notes mix humor and local curiosities from Boston streets.
Boston Weather Log Tells Of March 24 Records
The Oldest Inhabitant cites a 1874 March 24 low of 6 above, a 1906 high of 10, 1913 a 68 high, and 1889 a 64. He notes storms in Boston on one March day in 1907 1908 1912 and 1913.
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Boston
Wrestling and romance spark in As You Like It act one
The article outlines a brisk opening in As You Like It with Orlando's clash against Oliver and the violent show by Charles. Rosalind and Celia enter a courtly intrigue that ends in banishment and a planned pursuit to the Forest of Arden, guiding readers toward Shakespeare’s woodland journey.
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The Mans Missed the Train in a Hilarious Delay
A couple argues over who should get ready first delaying their trip. Mr Man blames the wife for taking too long while she retorts that preparing is a shared task. They postpone the visit until next week then race to catch a 9 45 train. The morning chaos centers on misplaced shirts and coordinating outfits.
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Mr. Man
Man
Man Vends Tense Farewell as Wife Deportments Begins
A comical scene unfolds at a station as Mrs. Man departs with her suitcase and gloves on, leaving Mr. Man scattering to retrieve a vest full of money. He races toward the departing 9:45 train, signaling in anger as she signals back with kisses from the last car.
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Helen
Mrs. Man
Boston to Continue School Garden Program This Summer
The Boston Social Union and Boston Home and School Association announce continued school gardens despite no appropriation this year. The Social Union will finance the work to be carried on during the summer vacation in many city schools.
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Boston Home and School Association
The
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