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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1912
Page
20
The Independent Democratic Paper of New England printed daily from 259 Washington Street Boston Mass on March 29 1912. This edition carries local and national news briefs and political commentary typical of the era.
The notice details pricing for Daily One year six months and shorter terms, and The Sunday Post with prices for one year six months and shorter terms. It notes Canada and foreign copy charges, postage in the Boston district, and payment instructions including to avoid sending cash and to make checks payable to Post Publishing Company.
All subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued at expiration without further notice. If the Post is not obtainable from your newsdealer, notify us by mail at once. A GROZIFR Editor and Publisher.
Robert Hoe of R Hoe and Co asserts the Boston Post now owns the largest newspaper printing plant in New England, featuring the biggest press in the world.
A Boston Herald passage notes Juryman Edwards acquitting the beef packer claiming the people had not suffered. It cites Judge Carpenter’s instruction that cost of living must not be considered and asks why the verdict cannot be set aside. The report centers on whether the acquittal rests on improper grounds.
The beloved ex mayor Samuel A Green was placed in the Boston City Hospital children’s ward after an accident on Wednesday. He requested the transfer, noting his fondness for children and his enduring youthful spirit despite his age. May his period of inactivity be brief.
The piece urges Democrats in Congress to continue funding the president’s tariff board highlighting its impact on tariff reform. It notes how the wool and cotton schedule reviews exposed alleged robberies under the Payne Aldrich law and strengthens the party’s argument over unnecessary duties, suggesting ongoing value as campaign material.
The Dickens Fund reaches 42000 dollars for the granddaughters of Charles Dickens. It will yield a comfortable income, though the total falls short of world wide expectations. Public response is seen as limited by the family’s unity and debates over the appeal.
Chicago condemnation labels acquittal as dawn of good feeling while markets react with price jumps in pork lard and short ribs. Packers trust allegedly controls vast supplies with reported gains of hundreds of thousands, despite defence costs.
The article argues the Green Bay Packers should not feel confident despite recent events as lingering issues in offense defense and leadership could undermine favorable outcomes this season. It cautions about inconsistency and tough upcoming schedules.
The piece argues that a third party may form at the Chicago convention as Roosevelt supporters pressure for an anti Taft stance. It notes Roosevelt’s Boston remark of backing a nominee other than himself and Taft’s critics urging a bold split. It discusses an Auditorio m option held by Roosevelt allies and the volatile campaign shaping events toward a belt at Chicago.
The mine owners accept the minimum wage bill, signaling public spirited action and likely peace at the mines next week. District boards will set wages per local mining conditions, with two owner reps, two miner reps, and an independent chair.
Massachusetts House votes 162 to 37 to urge Congress to call a constitutional convention to propose an amendment for electing United States Senators by popular vote. The piece notes about 30 states have joined the demand and asks if the Massachusetts Senate will block a reform with broad public support.
The New York World taxes Mayor Gaynor over recalls of judges and decisions. It argues he favors only people led recalls via laws and constitutional changes, not immediate popular recalls. The piece labels him a reactionary rather than a true progressive or democrat.
Swanton fire officials reveal a secretary ordered 200 feet of hosiery instead of fire hose, prompting reactions about the error and its impact on operations. The Swanville chief confirms the misprint or miscommunication led to the dilemma and probes how the mix up occurred.
In a back page chat, a big car owner teases about the newest motor coats made from animal skins. A little car owner asks what they are like, and the other explains they use pig chicken and farm animal hides as material.
The article describes Pasadena’s No 24 Marengo Avenue area and its modest mission style homes. It highlights Pasadena as a New YearMecca for global tourists and details the Tournament of Roses pageant with flower covered automobiles and carriages, roses piled high, against snowy hills and orange groves nearby.
Pasadena stands out as a blend of small town friendliness and metropolitan culture. Its sunny San Gabriel Valley setting, Sierra Madre views, and orange groves attract residents and tourists alike, while ongoing city improvements promise even greener streets and longer shade trees.
A Medford town figure responds to a satire by Whit, defending his beef venture. He laments public embarrassment, detours about fur farming, and muses on advertising and society, ending with a tongue in cheek rejection of fur farming as a livelihood.
A column notes a common belief that women spend pin money on diamonds, reflecting social expectations about marriage and expenditure during the period. The observation highlights traditional gender roles and consumer patterns among households.
A man in a confidential visit proposes a fur venture starting with two tame animals sold for $1 each. He claims a $2 initial capital could yield a $200 net by year two and $800 by year three, with pelts fetching high prices to a fur buyer.
Edgar A. Guest poem excerpt from Detroit Free Press critiques a man’s goodness to his wife as measure of character. It contrasts public virtue with private behavior and hints at social expectations in mid-20th century America.
A married man discovers his wife Rose confesses jealousy after he borrows Joe's coat. The mystery unfolds with a screamed accusation, a photo, letters, and a hemstitched handkerchief revealing infidelity fears. The night ends with a comic misunderstanding as lauded by the neighbor.
Paragraph Points on Facts and Fashions discusses millinery parasols belts and wrist bags as dominant trends while accessories matter more than the costume. The jabot is passe with a narrow fine material approach. jewelry favors uncut gems and bright colors. Classic hues reappear in trims such as empire green blue coronation red geranium and sulphur.
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