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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1907
Page
6
Daily issue from Post Publishing Co dated November 19 1907 announces issues and routing from 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts with volume and issue numbers for distribution.
The Daily One year rate is $2.00 with six months at $1.50 and three months at $0.75 plus a 25 cent monthly option. The Sunday Post offers one year for $2.50 six months $1.25 and three months 65 cents.
The Daily Post and Sunday Post announce rate changes due to higher Dominion postal charges. Daily Post prices are 50 cents monthly, 3 dollars semiannually, 6 dollars yearly. Sunday Post 9 cents per copy. Cash is not sent, checks or money orders payable to Post Publishing Co. Editor Ht A Grozier. Subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued on expiration.
In Roxbury a life saving fender trial ends badly as an old style fender traps a boy, breaks his leg, and harms him further. Report urges a reliable fender design to protect riders, noting slow progress on new styles and potential life risk.
The piece notes Britain and Germany showcasing naval strength in the North Sea with Britain claiming dominance over two powers and Germany planning to build three capable battleships annually for four years. It warns of massive tax burdens and questions whether the United States should join the naval arms race.
The Somerville police chief faces criticism for urging residents to keep loaded revolvers for defense. Critics say firearms in homes invite danger, noting burglars are often more skilled in gun use and that police protection should negate the need for arsenals and self arms. The commentary argues for safer policing instead.
The National Municipal League and the American Civic Association meet in Providence to discuss fundamental principles of popular government and community rights. They also plan urgent topics like smoke nuisance suppression and billboard advertising regulation, which concern everyday life more than ideal theories.
The report claims President Roosevelt directs heads of the Post Office and other departments to bar officeholders from serving as delegates to the Republican national convention. If true, it marks a sharp shift from his earlier civil service stance that officials must stay out of politics, including candidacy and delegate roles.
The writer questions the propriety of Boston's postmaster seeking the Republican mayoral nomination and running a vigorous campaign while still serving as postmaster. A call is made for a direct statement from Mr. Roosevelt on the matter.
The Advisory Committee of Business Men report to the School Committee describes the High School of Commerce as a pioneering program in the United States. Opened last September for 140 pupils, it now houses 335 with a Fenway building expansion.
The United Irish League, authorized by its recent city convention, appeals for contributions in America to support Irish MPs who are not well funded. The league notes that the English government pays no salaries to Parliament members and covers election expenses. No American official receives salary. funds support patriotic work and push for further concessions.
More than 1000 attendees at the third annual Paul Revere Hall event of the International Association of Hotel and Restaurant Employees Boston Section. President Thomas McDonnell led as grand marshal with John H. Looby as assistant. Matthew F. Donnelly and Miss Sarah Walsh directed the grand march.
National Municipal League and National Conference for Good City Government join the American Civic Association of Providence to study municipal governance. The four day convention will cover many city government forms with discussions including possible national political influence in local affairs. Noted participants include Robert Treat Paine Jr Robert Luce of Somerville and Robert I Gay of Boston.
Charles receives the undorsement of the Good Government Association in his bid for re election against Alderman Charles Draper the Republican candidate. The association calls Draper a Fitzgerald Republican.
Superintendent of Streets James H. H. Doyle faced a public challenge as his chauffeur James Sughrue was brought to Brighton Court before Judge Barnard on overspeeding with seven others. Sughrue pleaded not guilty and was held in bonds of 100 dollars, posted by his employer, until tomorrow.
All Sorts columnist argues for rest one day in seven to recharge body and brain. He jokes about the Sedentary Order of the Sons of Rest and warns against seven day work weeks, suggesting burnout and the need for downtime.
The fragment reads like a personal reflection on weekly rhythms and desires. It hints at varying workload or mood across weeks without detailing events, people, or places.
A satirical note from The Tonic Jag praising an imaginary elixir Ec eccentricitus Activitum. The writer jokes about Noah and a Harvard Professor James while warning readers to use the tonic sparingly and avoid overindulgence as a cure for mental stagnation. Boston by Murph.
Countess Marianne Szaky Czell Kubelik says she has no objection to women kissing Jan Kubelik in public. She calls him a great artist and says public affection is a tribute to his genius. The piece contrasts Wives reactions with Mrs Kubelik’s easy stance.
Sandy Pikes-Lady seeks guidance after finding a sample package of indigestion tablets. The reply suggests eating a good solid meal of rich foods to trigger indigestion so the tablets can be tested, reflecting a humorous misunderstanding of medicine use.
Miriam Bagley to read a paper on Karl Percys Tea Party next Thursday at the Lexington Chapter D A R in the home of Miss Amy Taylor. Scannell joins the Newlyweds. Scannell family now in the Dominion. Subscription parties planned at Newtowne Club hall on several dates. Christmas shopping underway with crowds on Washington Street. Ex Mayor Neal of Lynn at Friends exercises. he is 96 and grandfather to Mayor Barney. Revere Veterans building under construction with a water tank for drills. An ice man sustains a hand injury from a rat trap, gloves saving fingers. Joe Harris spends time duck hunting on Cape aiding lifesavers, drills with breeches buoy. Squirrels in the Common attract crowds as two dogs try to coax them down. Waltham High School football team strong with Tufts plays and clean record. Old State House sidewalk to be replaced with glass for subway work. A train passenger loses gloves and purse. guard returns them after reminder. Jean Missud issues Sixth Massachusetts March for piano. Father Gasson to address Dorchester Catholic Club. Locust Street grounds see Tom Mahoney defeat Dave Dooley in 220 yard match race after three heats. Engagement announced between Bessie Underwood and Philip Glazier.
Mayor Fitzgerald attended the opening of the Bunker Hill Council Knights of Columbus bazaar at the club house on High street Charlestown. The fair runs all week with six booths including general Japanese refreshment doll household and flower. Evenings feature moving pictures illustrated songs vaudeville and original acts led by Mrs Julia Duff and Martin Carney.
Faulkner Lodge 86 of the Knights of Pythias plans a big dance at Odd Fellows Hall on Dec 10 with Stra Chan's Orchestra. The event showcases its progressive stance and community spirit under active committee leadership.
The Rev. Garret Dolan of St Louis Church condemns Webster funeral drivers for racing hacks and hearses from cemeteries describing their behavior as reckless and disrespectful. He would walk from his coffin rather than ride with such operators and urged better conduct at funerals.
Billy Hargrave a jovial husband loses fortune and virtue through drinking and gambling after wedding May Brown. May endures neglect as Billy slides into ruin until a hospital call for May’s appendicitis brings a moment of reflection and a pledge to reform as surgery nears completion.
A reader asks Mildred Champagne whether to draw straws or choose a fair method in a love triangle. The verdict: let the girl decide and commit to the outcome with grace, preserving friendship regardless of who wins. The woman should clarify her wishes to avoid encouraging either suitor.
A 24 year old man in love with a younger man seeks advice against a rival he calls a kid. The columnist suggests both young people are immature and warns the red ribbon gift was unlikely returned on its own, implying the recipient’s hazy intent and playful testing rather than serious intent.
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