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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1916
Page
12
Massachusetts voters approve a constitutional convention and set a special election for delegates on the first Tuesday in May. The convention will meet the following Wednesday in June, recalling the esteemed 1853 body and urging consideration of capable, forward looking candidates.
The text argues that in Mr Hughes the Republicans used their strongest asset and that Roosevelt harmed Hughes by his belligerence and anti Teutonism. It suggests no other anti Democrat could have matched Hughes' support and that the President was unbeatable that year.
The article notes that every state on the Mexican border has awarded its electoral votes to President Wilson, signaling broad support for his Mexican policy. It argues that partisan squabbles have not swayed border states and cites approval of National Guard deployments and rejection of Roosevelt’s war rhetoric as evidenced by border sentiment.
The text argues that Democratic states support the President's Mexican policy and would have rejected him if it were weak, but they did not. It contends that opponents overstated the policy's weakness while Democratic states remained aligned.
The piece argues Wilson’s re election stemmed from his steadiness rather than popularity. It notes women voters favored Wilson in 10 of 12 states, questions German influence, and asserts Republicans boosted his record by relentless opposition. It envisions a new era of good feeling as support shifts.
William J. Bryan stands out in this campaign as above petty feeling. He had differences with the President on foreign policy and retired from the Cabinet, yet he did not sulk. He enters the campaign with sincerity using his stump speaking gift for the President and Nebraska figures testify to his influence.
Theodore Roosevelt states on Tuesday evening that he will not make any recommendations to Mr. Hughes regarding appointments or legislative policy. The remark prompts questions about tensions within the G. O. P. and whether the colonel sensed trouble ahead for the party.
Historical notes show Boston's coldest on this date reached 26 above in 1873 and the past decade’s low of 32 in 1918 and 1914. Warmest on this date was 63 in 1891 with a ten year peak of 64 in 1911. Rain fell on this date in 1905 and 1907.
A Boston Chronicle column laments the city’s street conditions after Mrs Mayor Curley sprains her ankle alighting from a car. The piece blames poor paving and urges Mayor Curley to pursue swift street improvements, urging Mrs Curley to press him daily on progress.
Arabella asks for a price on a 20x60x9 ft cellar to be sunk under a bungalow and whether parcel post delivery lowers costs. The New England agent clarifies he is a posthole cellar manufacturer selling knock-down, ship-ready units at 43 cents per cubic yard f o b, or a carload of postholes.
A large delegation of Jewish leaders from Greater Boston traveled to New York for the National Council of Young Men’s Hebrew and Kindred Associations of America second triennial convention. More than 10 000 delegates from across the United States are expected to attend.
The Dolly sisters play Vi and Tiny in a dance filled farce about mistaken identity as Vi marries Joe Dumorel and Tiny swaps into the bride role. Lent Trevett’s meddling, a country house, and a mysterious ankle mole drive a tangle where lovers chase the wrong sister until resolution at curtain.
The column blends weather mentions Martinmas folklore and a clever palindrome about St Martin with reports from readers. It also cites KE Wright of Brockton sending flowers, Pow ers' Boston Art Club victory, Rufus Gilmore’s birthday, and a 96 year old voter in Durham Maine casting a Socialist ballot.
A Walt Mason piece urges readers to abandon reliance on campaign promises and government aid. It argues for self help and honest labor to secure daily bread and clothing for families, criticizing politicians as conveying empty rhetoric.
Louise Felton and Joe Fuller appear set to wed after a series of misread signals and social visits. Louise, upset by Joe's past associations, tests his commitment and ultimately returns the ring, leading to renewed romantic resolve amid friends and family.
Advertises discounts on fresh produce including cauliflowers Brussels sprouts and potatoes. Highlights low per peck and per basket prices for items like Florida grapefruit Cape cranberries and sweet potatoes. Notes availability of Aroostook stock and various fruits and vegetables with sample deals and quantities.
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