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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1915
Page
18
The Boston Post announces subscription rates and mailing details for 1915. It lists prices for domestic and foreign copies, Canada rates, and mail handling notes. The issue identifies editors, business office, and claims the Post has the largest daily circulation in the United States.
Last Thursday the New York police, ordered to curb reckless driving, arrested 87 motorists for violations. It notes few offenders may escape trial and urges vigorous enforcement by both laws and courts to reduce highway deaths and injuries.
Boston authorities removed curb clocks as pedestrian obstructions. Now high pressure hydrants line Tremont and other main streets, they are frequent and dangerous and not even necessary. The city should remove these obstructions and restore clear sidewalks.
The News notes the unexpectedly sudden death of Herman Ridder editor of the New York Staats Zeitung. It recalls his firm Americanism despite pro German stances and reflects on how anti suffrage campaigns shaped political sentiment in the East, with conservatives resisting radical changes.
The text notes strong independence in the face of threats, citing Japan's actions toward China and Yuan Shikai taking significant risks. It portrays a tense regional climate and a resolve to maintain autonomous policy despite external pressure.
The Massachusetts electorate chose the Hon. Samuel W. McCall as governor for the ensuing year with broad support. The Post commends his fitness, wishes him success, and pledges vigorous support while reserving the right to oppose actions not in the public interest.
A collage of verse and satire notes suffrage hopes with a Kenneth L. Roberts poem urging perseverance. The piece parodies fashion ads and civic cynicism, recounts a Cincinnati divorce digression, and comments on voter engagement with campaign circulars.
A quirky chat touches on Kaiser mustache quirks, Bulgarian Riga aim, Dostoevsky, and German officers’ table talk. A reader jokes that Toxteth street is a tough spot for a drunk wanderer to ask directions, suggesting a cabaret ballad line about numb lips.
The piece argues Walsh lost not over policy but by not fully backing President Wilson. It contends a clear endorsement of Wilson and his foreign policy might have shifted votes, noting Republicans privately welcomed Walsh’s absence from that stance. It concludes Walsh retires respected and likely with further career prospects.
The piece details Gus Thickhead, star guard of the Big Pink Team, suffering a severe leg injury in a Saturday match against Mickvale University. It notes diagnosis, recovery timeline, and ongoing effects including possible crutch use and fitness for upcoming games. Also mentions satirical notices about awards and local figures.
The Great Emperor returns to Paris after Louis XVIII flees. Crowds acclaim him as he is lifted on shoulders, while Tuileries windows glow in the foggy night. He writes of love for Marie Louise and son amid betrayals and memories of Josephine.
The piece recounts a governor’s schoolroom moment about the State House dome lights, quirky sightings at a Brighton market, library seating trends, and letters about local officials. It also notes Miss Catherine Dolan’s new role, Civil War veterans, and quirky travel mishaps with mismatched suitcases and a Maine kettle relic.
A humorous 1915 verse by Walt Mason extols pumpkin pies over dull dishes. The playful piece contrasts baneful fare with warm, spiced pies and references mythic gods pleading for better desserts.
The storm had cleared and we proceeded down into the valley where roads showed the aftereffects of a heavy shower.
The speaker questions a suitor's sincerity and warns of withholding other friendships if true feelings exist. She notes youth and uncertainty about his intentions, implying readiness to act based on his honesty or lack thereof.
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