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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1914
Page
20
The Boston Post averaged 419,012 copies per day from April 1 to 18 1914, before Mexican matters spiked interest. With war excitement subsiding, the paper notes whether the extra circulation will be retained long term.
The Supreme Court decision limits Titanic disaster damages to about 91 000 for survivors and heirs, unless negligence is shown. Claimants may sue in England or pursue negligence here, prompting calls to reform admiralty law for fair play to steamship passengers and challenging settlements that reimburse only fares and lifeboats.
The selection of Major Charles H. Cole as adjutant general would bring practical militia experience and strong governor rapport to rehabilitate the State guard. Critics have noted past lapses in standards, and Cole intends to end such issues with efficient leadership beyond ceremonial duties.
The piece argues the fraud indictment for furnishing steel for Panama Canal locks transcends ordinary corruption. It stresses the steel’s role in national defense and commerce, warning that inferior metal could defeat armor and weapon effectiveness, and calls treason-like stakes if proven.
The Waterland liner struggled to dock in lower Manhattan after a tug pushing a string of barges blocked its pier exit. Captain Ruser condemns the incident as a breach of navigation rules and urges stronger harbor policing to manage daily ocean commerce worth millions.
The article debates harbor conditions in New York City urging authorities to curb unsafe ship traffic. It notes federal law exists to prevent the disgraceful procedures and questions whether the harbor is truly inadequate for steamships of German class.
The article reviews Theodore Roosevelt testifying in a United Mine Workers case and recounts his claimed plan to deploy federal troops to Pennsylvania mines during the 1903 coal strike. It notes potential dangers of declaring martial law and argues Roosevelt might have acted similarly to quell disorder, earning public support.
The piece critiques Republican stand-patters for misrepresenting trade data. It cites Congressman Kelley claiming a $60 million monthly balance and a recent monthly deficit of $10.171 million, noting earlier March 1910 and other 1909-1910 months also showed trade deficits under Republicans. It argues context matters and labels omissions as significant.
The piece questions J P Morgan’s pledge to reveal Morgan Co and family records to the Interstate Commerce Commission. It argues the offer is limited to papers Morgan chooses, risking a biased review and calls for full, independent access.
A playful verse by Newton Newkirk extols the craft of plain writing over obscure prose. The piece criticizes verbose phrasing while nodding to aspiring poets and immortal quotation, closing with a quip about poetic overreach.
The fragment describes Colon Knowles on a bicycle hitting Captain George Waide on a sidewalk, with the event treated poorly by a reporter who withholds essential facts. It questions how the incident should be reported and critiques journalism style.
A compact, era framed line notes a reversal in perception when the underdog rises to advantage, implying shifting sympathy as power dynamics change in competition or conflict. The quotation hints at audience bias tied to position and control.
An exhortation on hard work and self reliance urges that necessity spurs action. It contrasts laziness with effort, notes graduates from the university of hard knocks win through discipline, and highlights untapped power within each person unleashed by fate’s challenges.
A reflective line compares the eye as soul's window to the face as the heart's blueprint, offering a philosophical view on appearance and inner character.
The letter notes that government authorization allowed a hunt for mountain lions in Yellowstone Park after nuisance reports. It claims 18 large mountain lions were reportedly bagged in a single day, and asks Newt for guidance on how to bag such an animal.
A column of observations covers caterpillar nests on wild cherry trees, ice and fishing news from Captain McDonald, local retirements, a centenarian birthday, police and civic highlights, and a town hall gift. The mix mentions Thaw at ballgames, Bowdoin School farewells, and infrastructure updates amid regional weather and harvest outlooks.
Alicante, a port town halfway between Cartagena and Valencia, draws more visitors from Europe and Britain than Americans. The crescent of white houses along the harbor, two palm shaded promenades, and a citadel atop a rugged rock define its picturesque scene. The town hall and the unfinished San Nicola church add architectural interest, while the medieval citadel offers sweeping views of the town and coast.
A verse celebrating the mule with a bright disposition and stubborn labors. It extols his hard work, willingness, and practical usefulness while humorously noting his inability to sing like Ellen Yaw. The piece ends by acknowledging jokes about the mule’s many ears and his unmusical bravado.
A writer seeks guidance after a breakup caused by tango dancing. Mildred Champagne counsels choosing love over the tango, urging the suitor to forget the dance, reconcile with his partner, and dance through life with matched steps. The piece frames tango as a fleeting trend compared to lasting love.
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