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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1909
Page
10
Daily issue from Post Publishing Co dated November 3 1909 announces office at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts with issue number 29 volume 197 and no further details provided.
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The strrfight by Vahey and Foss has impressed even opponents. Their effort reduced Governor Draper's plurality, marking a near triumph and signaling strong Democratic energy that challenged Republican leaders more than anticipated.
The Turkish embassy protests a Bureau of Naturalization ruling that Turks are ineligible for citizenship. The State Department doubts the ruling and opposition to a broader decision labeling Asiatics non free white persons. Assyrians protest discrimination while test cases may seek judicial clarification of naturalization laws.
The article notes Boston voters approved Plan 2 by a safe margin though with misgivings. It abolishes party and partisan discrimination in city affairs and sets a four year mayoral term. Supporters urge a thorough trial and nonpartisan governance across the city.
Citizens from all sides pledge cooperation to make the experiment succeed. The appeal emphasizes unity and shared goals beyond party lines to achieve effective outcomes.
The Massachusetts election delivered a sharp rebuke to Republican leaders as Governor Draper won reelection by a narrow margin. Tariff policy and the Alabama of a state income tax were pivotal issues, with the public resisting the party line and urging policy changes at both state and national levels. The vote signals rising discontent that could shape next fall’s elections.
A humorous verse about Bill and his dog Hy and its antics with camera jargon. Hy enjoys posing airbrushing and retouching, but hides when draped. The piece ends with a playful jab about punkish behavior and a punchy regional sign off.
A letter writer humorously suggests crossing honey bees with lightning bugs to force night work. Newt warns the plan is cruel and impractical, noting bees and fireflies have opposite schedules and urging respect for insect rights.
Joseph C. Pelletier is elected district attorney of Suffolk County by a large majority, succeeding the late Moran appointee Hill. Pelletier fills an unexpired term. a full-term election awaits next fall. Voters seek a graft free, vigorous enforcer of laws who keeps Suffolk County an unpleasant place for wrongdoers.
The narrator Carol Vox recalls a shy fish admiring a fly in the water. He flinches from a hook, dreaming of safe refrain while observing nature. The piece centers on simple caution and imagined encounter.
The New York Custom House at Bowling Green, opened Oct 2 1907, cost land 2.25 million building over 4.5 million furnishings 300k. Seven stories plus two beneath steel frame Maine granite Alabama marble. Revenue last year about 196 million with imports near 799 million in 1908.
Henry W. Sweet reports mild weather across half the continent and good duck shooting in Utah. A motorman notes night runs feel smoother than daytime. A Tremont Street near-miss ends with a smiling woman and lost bundles. Old John Lenox marks 85th birthday after 40 years in the postal service. Lieutenant Harrison recalls cuff links lost in harbor rescue from Rome coins. Magnolia society welcomes President Lucius Tuttle back to summer colony life. Walter Kuglar and Aaron Tapp bag game near Tower Hill with Abenzeller guiding. A campaign speech on the Common features a stroll from East Boston to Beacon Street. Sheriff Fairbairn readies Middlesex courtroom for Annie Mullins murder trial opening.
The School Board notes 32 Edward Everett district children in Dorchester and a few in Lyman district Roxbury lack classroom space. While deplorable, the deficiency is seen as encouraging since cities like New York report far larger part time attendance, and Boston’s overflow remains manageable within budget constraints.
In the All Sorts exchange, Albert asks if the onion is a floral or edible item. The reply clarifies the onion is neither a flower nor food, but a disinfectant, correcting the misread message and setting the record straight.
A verse anecdote recounts Homer as mocked by towns yet praised by a later discoverer. Walt Mason humorously claims Homer Haunter of rhymes travels despite rejection, delivering quips from a dusty manuscript to crowds on courthouse squares and in daily life.
The Jamaica Plain community names Sergeant Fetridge of Division 7 as the Adonis of the Boston Police, noting he eclipses past handsome officers and exceeds last spring’s Jordan trial attendance.
Radcliffe College expands on its original site through the purchase of 5 and 6 Garden Street adjacent to the college. The former two family house will be transformed into a college building continuing improvements begun last year under alumna Mrs. Richard C. Cabot.
Commander Peary has accepted an invitation to lecture for the National Geographic Society on his Nov 12 trip, likely his first address since returning from the north. His failure to visit the Navy Department during yesterday's city stay drew commentary from officials.
General Isaac Dyer of Skowhegan Maine the oldest postmaster in the state marked his 89th birthday today with congratulations from many citizens and friends.
A newspaper item presents a reflection from a businessman noted for his career milestones. The quote emphasizes the difficulty of deciding when to quit after reaching a limit, framing a moment of personal threshold in a concise, era-appropriate voice.
A railway station restaurant proprietor stresses the importance of presentation. A worker replies she has dusted the sandwiches each morning for ten days to improve appearance.
Nearly $2000 in small subscriptions reached YMCA campaign headquarters yesterday. The new total will be added to the $514,877 already raised for the Boston building project.
Captain A W V Trant steams from here at noon with the Devonian loaded for Liverpool. The grain cargo totals 206000 bushels of wheat and 0000 tons, the largest single steamer part cargo in a decade. Additional freight includes 300 tons flour 300 tons lumber 300 tons provisions 3000 bales cotton 6000 barrels apples 250 tons hay 750 cattle three refrigerators of fresh meats and assorted freight weighing about 9500 tons dead weight.
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