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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1911
Page
12
Citizens of Boston and Hyde Park backed the municipal union yesterday in a vote to annex Hyde Park to Boston. The move promises broader development and stronger metropolitan growth, despite short term costs to service provision.
The report notes Democratic losses in New York Assembly reducing Gov Dix power and weakening Tammany Boss Murphy. Hearst-Republican fusion in New York City fared poorly for both. New Jersey supports Governor Wilson with a Democratic Legislature. New Mexico may elect a Republican Legislature, boosting Senate strength for Republicans. Ohio trends favor Democrats, with implications for La Follette. Overall no landslide verdict.
The article notes Governor Foss's likely seven thousand vote victory in Massachusetts, aided by labor support and vetoes of liberal measures. It cites opposition factors including Lodge sentiment and cost of living fears, while praising Foss's progressive policies and fiscal reforms that appealed to workers and Democrats.
The article surveys Micah the prophet urging repentance amid oppression and describes the Doré Bible illustration series ending with Micah Exhorting the Israelites to Repentance. It notes public acclaim by clergy across Catholic Protestant and Jewish communities and discusses civilization’s ancient roots in Mesopotamia Egypt and Babylon.
A November 8 1911 issue of The Boston Post published by Post Publishing Co from 259 Washington St Boston Massachusetts. The edition number is 7 in volume 209.
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The January referendum on a second mayoral election failed to attract enough registered voters to oust Mayor FitzGerald. The Post argues the result reflects good sense and notes the recall provision's futility, suggesting over half the vote would be required for mid term change.
Governor Plaisted comments on the Maine special election result call it a close race revealing weaknesses in election laws and lax methods. He says the outcome worsens the regulation of the liquor traffic, noting cities favored ending constitutional prohibition with a reduced majority.
The piece notes a narrow pro prohibition victory in Maine and urges legislative action. Governor Plaisted advocates strengthening election laws and empowering cities to reform liquor regulation to address flaws in the current system. He calls for prompt legislative amendments and local option improvements.
The note extends distinguished consideration to Lieutenant Governor Louis A. Frothingham. He is described as a likeable man who fought hard in the gubernatorial contest and would have made a good Governor, but led the Reactionaries. The piece calls this a Progressive age and urges collective awakening.
The Post notes Taft’s joke to a Cincinnati election judge about needing a lawyer. The remark is pointed as a sign of weariness and discouragement in the presidency. Critics question whether such honesty is appropriate or helpful in office.
A humorous piece charts the narrator’s quest for work after a six week layoff in Boston. He pleads for any task, from sweeping to carrying the press, but the managing editor rejects him as Ken Roberts handles a busy column. The narrator leaves, despairs, and contemplates quirky schemes before the story ends with a tease for tomorrow.
Margaret confronts faithlessness and social pressure as a political maneuver unravels. Her husband’s campaign entangles a lover’s plot to win power and position, forcing Margaret to flee toward the sea and reclaim control of her fate.
Richard Goodman of Lenox died at his Yukon home after a two week pneumonia. Born in New York City in 1845, he studied at Stockbridge private school, Amherst College class of 1869, and Harvard Law School class of 1871. He practiced law in Boston and New York before settling in Lenox, where he led the Lenox Library Association, helped found the Lenox Club, and attended Trinity Episcopal Church. He is survived by two sisters, Rosalie and Lillian.
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