Boston Post November 11 1912 front notice and rates
The Boston Post issue lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, with varying durations and regional postage charges. It includes contact details, office locations in Boston, and a promotional boast about its printing press capacity attributed to Robert Hoe.
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Post Publishing Co
Washington St
Boston
Mass
Akenee
THE
Sunday Post
Canada
Maes
and Money Post Publishing Company
Boston Post
New England
Robert Hoe
R. Hoe & Co
The Coal Supply and Rail Freight Shortages
The piece condemns coal producers and rail freight shortages causing artificial scarcities. It cites the Interstate Commerce Commission warning railroads about slow trains, deliberate delays, and cross-rail car theft. It notes westbound cars departs for the West, leaving Eastern coal traffic starved, and expects tough action to curb the practice.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
IN LABOR'S FAVOR NEW RULES RESTRICT INJUNCTIONS
The Supreme Court has barred preliminary injunctions without notice and limits temporary restraining orders. Federal judges must require specific affidavits to show immediate and irreparable damage and hold a hearing within 10 days. Parties restrained may seek expeditious dissolution within two days. Labor praised the change as judicial commonsense and fair play.
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Supreme Court of the United States
The
Post
GOOD TEMPER AND CALM ACCEPTANCE OF ELECTION VERDICT
The piece praises the orderly response to the presidential election and the acceptance of Governor Wilson’s policy. It notes absence of hostility, a hopeful outlook, and confidence in the executive and legislative choices. The tone emphasizes reassurance and nationwide unity after the vote.
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Wilson
Mayor Gaynor Rejects Bath Tub Meter Tax Policy
New York Mayor Gaynor voices approval of keeping baths affordable and rejects water meters in apartments and tenements. He argues an excise on personal cleanliness would harm public health by discouraging bathing and wasting water.
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Gaynor
New York
Mayor Gaynor Defends Sanitary Water Access in City
The piece argues that free bathing water in about 4000 five story New York apartment houses benefits around a million residents. It credits Mayor Gaynor with defending sanitary conditions by refusing to accept a policy that would limit sanitary privileges for these occupants.
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New York
Gaynor
Map of Europe Remade After Balkan Victories
Premier Asquith declared at the Lord Mayor's banquet that the map of Europe must be recast after Balkan victories and that the victors must not be robbed of the fruits of the war. He said powers work closely together and progress has been successful. A jihad call drew little response.
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Constantinople
Asquith
London
Europe
The Milk Question Faces Pasteurization Debate
Chicago physicians attack pasteurizing milk claiming raw milk is superior when pure. Dr. James W. Vanderslice argues that properly cared for milk needs no pasteurization and tests show more bacteria after pasteurization. Authorities disagree, leaving consumers to weigh safety against freshness.
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Chicago
James W. Vanderslice
Reckless Wager Among Connecticut Election Bets
A pair of young female public school teachers in Connecticut wagered on an election. The loser must wear white pumps and stockings for the season, while the winner wears seasonally appropriate attire. The column notes the risks of such bets and comments on voter education.
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Connecticut
Wilson
Jokes and Regret Echo in Quiet Community Note
A short, reflective item laments jokes about children and recalls how humor can wound elders. The piece notes the pain caused and the choice to step back from such jests.
Thanksgiving Proclamation Turns on Everyday Gripes and Grins
A satirical Thanksgiving proclamation laments current prices and taxes while celebrating small comforts. It jokes that the election is over, baseball starts next spring, eggs and coal costs are noted, and daily life topics like streetcar straps rent and beer are playfully critiqued. It closes with a wry line about financial ratings.
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Coal Trust
President-elect Wilson and Massachusetts ally discuss Cabinet posts
A long letter from a Massachusetts ally to Woodrow Wilson expresses support and jokes about possible Cabinet roles. The writer jokes about Treasury, War, Agriculture, and Navy posts while stressing careful deliberation and loyalty, noting personal finances and garden costs as humorous justification.
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Woodrow Wilson
General Delivery
Princeton
N. J
Massachusetts
Woodrow
Bay State
U. S. Treasury
Sherman
Secretary of Agriculture
Navy
Watertown High School to Open in Modern New Building
The Watertown High School new building is nearing interior completion and may open early next year. The gymnasium will serve both sexes in alternating periods with outdoor fields for seasonal exercise, and the curriculum includes six courses with plans for future improvements.
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Watertown High School
Titute of Technology
Walth
Watertown
Caesar
Virgil
Quips and Jests from Uncle Walt Mason
A 1912 Mason verse defends aged jokes as harmless chestnuts. The humorist asserts that all jests trace to ancient times and that even stale wit can bring laughter, preferring it to gloom as he croons on stage with light, whimsical quips.
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Shem
Japhet
Moses
Pharaoh
Cleopatra
Noah
Walt Mason
Nellie and the Rival Wife
Nellie, a frail devoted wife, strives to manage a busy household after marriage to John. After years of hard work and motherhood she dies peacefully. John later marries a capable but cold wife who outshines Nellie in order and appearance, causing Mary to confront his comparison and jealousy.
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Nellie
John
Newkirk Offers Treasury Secretary Role and Holiday Regards
The letter from N Newkirk expresses interest in becoming Secretary of the Treasury, promising to arrange affairs for a short-notice appointment. He sends kind regards to Mrs. Wilson and daughters Eleanor, Margaret, and Jessie, and wishes a merry Christmas and Happy New Year. He adds a P.S. about tweaking the tariff and claims his automobile is running for winter storage.
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the Treasury
Mrs. Wilson
Eleanor
Margaret
Jessie
N. Newkirk
Thief Steals 200-Pound Safe From Clifton Terrace Home
A burglar used a key to enter James Perry's residence at 52 Second Street Clifton Terrace Wee Hawken and took a 200-pound safe during the night. No injuries reported and police are investigating the burglary.
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New York
James Perry
Second Street
Clifton Terrace
Weehawken
Copenhagen Receives Trollhattan Generated Power By Cable
Copenhagen will be supplied with power generated at Trollhättan Norway via a submarine cable. The method is described as a novelty in its approach to transmission.
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Copenhagen
Trollhatten
Norway
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