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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1907
Page
6
Daily issue from Post Publishing Co dated November 20 1907 in Boston Massachusetts. No. 44 volume 189 features notices and brief items from the office at 259 Washington Street.
Daily and Sunday Post subscription prices listed for home and Canada including monthly six month and yearly terms. Canada rates reflect postal rate hikes with Daily Post at 50 cents per month and 3 and 6 month options, Sunday Post at nine cents per copy, all payable to the Post Publishing Company.
The article notes several Calabria towns were shaken by an earthquake described as the fulfilment of a prophecy linked to a great sun-spot. It recalls earlier shocks in the same region and warns that more may follow, implying ongoing seismic risk.
The Finance Commission gains full membership with the mayor accepting the Chamber of Commerce recommendation of Randall G. Morris to replace Samuel Carr. The delay raised concerns about hindering commission work, and officials hope no further vacancies occur.
The piece reflects on Johns Harvard birth anniversary as a tribute to the idea of education rather than to John Harvard himself. It notes the limited knowledge of the Charlestown pastor who donated books and part of his fortune to a school, and asserts that sturdy foundations led to a great educational institution influencing the western world.
Postmaster Hibbard joins a rally tour of ward rooms as a federal official campaign for municipal office. Critics say the move clashes with civil service rules and President Roosevelt’s push for nonpartisanship. The piece questions reconciling the act with reform ideals.
The piece argues for a federal tax on stock sales, especially margin trades, to relieve the monetary system by increasing currency. It suggests speculators would be the primary beneficiaries of more currency and should bear the burden of higher interest payments.
Violinist Fritz Kreisler offered his second season recital in Jordan Hall with Bach Corelli Pugnani Couperin and Viennese works. Accompanied by Mr. George Falkenstein, Kreisler drew praise for his mature artistry and emotive Bach readings.
The piece argues that $100,000,000 of 3 per cent treasury notes were issued to relieve the crisis, creating a public burden of about $3,000,000 yearly. It supports taxing stock transfers and gambling sales to fund this obligation, citing Congressman Hepburn who urges taxing un-delivered margin trades to curb speculation and benefit the public treasury.
The public school system of Boston has improved under the current board and should continue with its present non partisan leadership. Two members, W F Kenny and T J Kenny, retire by term limits and should be retained for their proven records and dedication to popular education.
An afternoon recital in Jordan Hall features Mme Ruby Cutter Savage soprano and Mr Theodore Van Yorx tenor. The program includes songs and arias by Mozart Scarlatti Carey Thomas Wagner Schubert Schumann Franz Strauss Cowen Mancinelli Trade Hildsh Patter Foote Lerch.
The piece jokes about possible rate reductions from the New England Tel and Telegraph Company and ponders service quality. It warns that lower rates might not improve busy lines, and questions whether service would worsen after rate cuts. The note is written in a satirical, editorial voice.
A brief, witty remark notes that a stenographer's looks do not affect reliability when she is late. The line frames a humorously cynical view of professional expectations. It reflects a classic newsroom tongue-in-cheek about efficiency and appearance.
A Boston man defends operating an all night lunch cart as a long sought cozy street refuge on cold nights. The piece praises the cart’s lights and candle, notes space limits with seating for one, and imagines the scene of late night diners awaiting their turn.
A playful handwritten note from Isabelle to Mr Newkirk recounts a town trip with her father and a memory filled reminiscence. She asks about times long past and imagines a future minister or politician for the addressee, signing off with a playful postscript about a new beau.
A writer remarks that a Miss Isabelle letter betrays a sad side and a hint of mischief. The note speculates about her mood from a spanking incident and contrasts humor with feeling in the correspondence.
Inadvertent Dec date mix up for Captain Swift matinee at Castle Square Theatre is corrected to Dec 6. Ethel Johnson of The Red Mill shares a Chicago upbringing and a schoolroom quip anecdote. Boston City Club to host Arthur Sheldon on business relations Employers and Employees. Sergeant Campbell’s Boer War tribute recalls Mrs Patrick Campbell. Mayor Fitzgerald remains a familiar figure. Senator Henry S Fitzgerald’s brother hotly saluted. Frank M Fogarty famed for partridges and a rabbit’s foot. Norman the Post cartoonist to address Charlestown Catholic Literary Union. Robert T Snow named West Point candidate by Congressman Roberts. Smoke talk at Kelcher Hall features notable speakers for Neponset group.
Dr Martin of the State Board of Education notes dramatic growth in Boston school buildings from 500000 to 58000000 and the state school fund from 3101000 to 65000000. Massachusetts now has 64 high schools, up from about six, with a large share of grammar graduates entering high school. Vision defects affect about 95000 of 420000 examined, with 40000 to 80000 needing urgent specialist care.
Dr George H Martin secretary of the Massachusetts State Board of Education outlined the boards aims at improving schooling. He cited 22 percent of pupils in the state with defective vision and 49000 to 50000 needing immediate specialist care. He called medical inspection insufficient without cure plans and responsibility.
In a Rome garden Henderson pursues a crimson masked man while a distraught Annie seeks escape from a plot by Count Triboli and Mme de Lomant. Henderson reveals his true identity as Jack and pledges to rescue Annie, who forgives his true feelings.
A 28 year old man asks if his fiancée would make a good wife after she alternates warmth and coldness. He describes gifts given and a plan to provide a home, asks whether to wait or give up. The adviser urges frank talk on earning capacity and timelines, urging clear communication to avoid guesswork.
A Labor Bulletin report for September 1907 ranks immigrant groups by wealth and literacy. Du and Flemish immigrants averaged $73.24 per head, Germans $49.96, and South Italians $13.29, while Portuguese arrivals showed high illiteracy and lowest wealth at 86.9 percent per person.
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