Boston Post May 23 1912 subscription rates and offices
The Boston Post lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, Canada and foreign copies, and postage details. It provides office addresses in Boston, billing notes, and editor and publisher credits. A promotional quote from Robert Hoe highlights the paper's printing capacity.
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Post Publishing Co
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Sunday Post
Canada
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Postoffice
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Post Publishing Company
Boston Post
New England
Robert Hoe
R. Hoe & Co
Gardner and Lodge kinship looms over Massachusetts Senate scene
A Massachusetts statute and political gossip sketch the prospect of Augustus P. Gardner, son-in-law of Henry Cabot Lodge, possibly entering the Senate as early as the upcoming legislative session. The piece notes Massachusetts has not yet seen both U S senators from one family.
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Massachusetts
Augustus P. Gardner
Henry Cabot Lodge
United States
Mrs Pankhurst Faces Nine Months In Jail
The article notes Emmeline Pankhurst citing her age to avoid jury service at the Old Bailey. It argues rioting and property destruction might be excusable for youth, but her age proves she should not have been on trial. Her decision to continue led to nine months in jail.
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Emmeline Pankhurst
Dock of
Old Bailey
Coastwise steamers ordered to limit passengers after Titanic disaster
United States authorities have required coastwise steamers to reduce passenger numbers so all aboard can use lifeboats in emergencies. The measure affects Boston lines though current traffic is light and lifeboat makers expect to meet demand within a month. The Titanic tragedy taught not to take safety for granted and applies to excursion ships as well.
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United States
Boston
Italy strengthens Aegean grip with Rhodes and Symi
The article notes Italy steadily expands in the Aegean by occupying Rhodes and the recent Symi, signaling a strategic shift. It questions how far other European powers will tolerate this expansion as Turkey loses ground. It warns that lost islands are rarely regained and asks if powers will curb Italian influence in the Aegean.
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Tripoli
Aegean Sea
Rhodes
Symi
Turkey
Aegean
Archbald accused of malfeasance and graft in coal deal
Diary excerpt cites Edward Williams condemning Judge Archbald as corrupt and willing to do anything for money. The piece links Archbald to prior wire trust leniencies and smuggler jail buys immunity, asserting assertion not evidence of misconduct.
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Archbald
United States Commerce Court
Circuit Court
New York
Wire Trust
Archhbald
Mary Boland
Washington
Edward J. Williams
Judge Archbald May Face Guilty Ruling Cast Doubt on Past Wins
The article discusses potential guilt for Judge Archbald and notes that if found guilty, some of his prior performances could be questioned. It highlights concerns about his past rulings and the implications for his reputation and decisions.
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Archbald
Publicity Favored in United Shoe Case Hearing Clash
A Boston District Court ruling halts a star chamber hearing request in the United Shoe Machinery prosecution. The article argues for public access, noting the case’s public importance to industry, labor, and national policy while warning against secret proceedings and ex parte reporting.
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United Shoe Machinery Company
Star-Chamber
Boston
Putnam
District Court
Wickersham
United States
Boston Mass welcomes Ambassador Curtis Guild home
Boston and Massachusetts plan a hearty welcome for Ambassador Curtis Guild during his brief respite from demanding duties abroad. The article lauds his Washington role on Alaska seal fisheries protocol, his Shuster Persia handling, and progress toward a new Russia treaty aiding Jewish American travelers while preserving commercial ties.
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St. Petersburg
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Russia
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After Coffee, Shares in Coffee Valorization Scheme
The government sues American members of the coffee valorization syndicate for price manipulation that doubled coffee costs by bribing a Brazilian state to hoard stock. The Morgan interests reportedly provided 15 million dollars to back the coffee corner. The piece argues the trust is a restraint on trade and should be squelched under federal law.
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Morgan
New York
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Coffee Trust
Thousands applying for pension increases under Sherwood law
Washington May 22 Thousands of applications for pension increases under the Sherwood dollar a day law pour into the pension office. Commissioner Davenport estimates about 25 000 applications have arrived so far and increases date from the receipt day, likely flooding the office for days.
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Washington
Sherwood
Davenport
Rooster Eggs and a Chicago Verdict Tale
A Boston ad about egg settings sparks humor as the writer riffs on king of layers and rooster eggs. A Chicago court case against a beef firm ends with Miss Helene Demar winning $3000 after a comic jury moment.
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Plymouth Rock
Layers
Yassir
Arthur Burbank
Mister Burbank
Helene Demar
Chicago
Windy City
Miss Demar
Cow Corporation
Sister Susie's Beau
A playful verse about Sister Susie and her beau Randall White, who visits often and upsets the household routines. The narrator laments changes in lessons and parlor use as Sister preens, while parents worry about the “crime” of wasting heat and gas. The poem reflects domestic disruption caused by romance.
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Susie
Randall White
The Cat Did Not Come Back
The great detective questions a grieving woman about a life threatening series of failed attempts on a cat’s life. The woman identifies her husband by a green trilby and ginger side whiskers as a suspect. The detective reveals the cat is dead and concedes finality.
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Mr. Blake
Fram Expeditions and Norwegians First South Pole Dash
The text recalls Amundsen and the Fram party caching provisions along the barrier from February to April 1911. It notes the farthest north and south records set by Fram, the use of dogs and skis, and contrasts with Shackleton and Scott. It emphasizes the speed and efficiency of Norwegian methods.
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South Pole
Boston Post
New England
Amundsen
Hobart
Tasmania
Fram
Pole
Bay of Whales
Framheim
Barrier
Nansen
Little Fram
Scott
Shackleton
Antarctic
Bkis
Peary
Lead Kindly Light Story Ends in Reunion at River
A snowbound tale follows Chester Warren planning self harm after stealing from his mother. A vision of his boyhood home appears in a church setting where his brother Bob Warren sings Lead Kindly Light. Chester reveals his identity to Bob, plans to reunite with his son in Chicago, and promises to provide a life with an organ and nightly singing.
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Chester Warren
Bob Warren
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Little Bob
Big City
Chicago
Russian Ambassador Von der Osten-Sacken Dies in Berlin
Count Nico las Dmitrijevitech Von der Osten-Sacken, the Russian Ambassador to Germany and dean of Berlin’s diplomatic corps, died in Monte Carlo today at age 81.
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Nicolas Dmitrijevitech von der
Fads and Fashions Highlight Formal Footwear Trends
Paragraph points on fads note cleverly arranged panniers giving a quaint elegance to sheer party frocks. Black patent leather slippers with white hosiery become stylish, while dark wine tones and taupe dominate gowns for older matrons. Paris favors metal brocade slippers for evening wear and combinations of black with gold or silver.
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