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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1912
Page
12
The Boston Post dated November 21 1912 reports daily news from Boston Massachusetts with office at 259 Washington Street. This issue is the 18th number of the year and part of volume 815.
The Post lists prices for Daily and Sunday editions including one year $3.00, six months $1.50, three months 75c, one month 25c. The Sunday Post $3.00 yearly, 1.50 half-year, 25c monthly. postage charges apply to Canada and foreign copies. all subscriptions must be prepaid and discontinued at expiration. editor contact and postal notes included.
The Boston Post proclaims itself the owner of New England's largest newspaper printing plant and its claim to host the world's largest press. Robert Hoe & Co. promoter quote cited.
The Swarthmore Student Government Commission has ruled that future hazing will target only fresh freshmen. The measure calls for a specialized form of hazing by upperclassmen, though some argue that a mentally fresh student may resist. The article questions how Swarthmore dons will enforce and respond to the policy.
Boston earns praise for keeping the Dallin sculpture The Appeal to the Great Spirit as a perpetual delight. The editor credits Peter C. Brooks for two thirds of the purchase price and pedestal funds, noting his generosity secures the statue's retention.
The Chicago Federation of Labor seeks an honorable settlement with musicians using violins by Amati Stradivari Guarneri and other famed luthiers. It ponders admitting these master makers as honorary past members to allow players to keep their instruments while preserving union standing.
Several New Hampshire residents suggest uniting to elect Dr. William J. Tucker, president emeritus of Dartmouth College, as United States Senator. He would be highly regarded but would not accept a unanimous election due to retirement related health issues.
Dr Parkin told a Washington audience that Rhodes students in Oxford fall into good bad and indifferent groups. He argues scholarship as key, but Rhodes valued athletic ability and popularity too. He expresses surprise at Americans’ low interest in Rhodes scholarships amid Oxford life.
The passage argues that it is unlikely that future U.S. college students will travel to England under current terms, suggesting a shift in attitudes toward such exchanges. It emphasizes a likely end to this practice among top American scholars.
The article outlines Charles Mellen pressing a plan to control trolley lines across western Connecticut and beyond, seeking repeal of bond limits for the New Haven. It notes a grand jury probe into the Grand Trunk New Haven deal and local criminal inquiries into New Haven officials’ accidents, while warning of rail monopolization risks and urging legislative scrutiny before 1912 veto power expires.
The Home Market Club met after an election to debate tariff reform and revenue aims. It argues the mills should stay open and workers not starve, insisting American producers can compete globally and need not fear domestic competition.
The Boston Chamber of Commerce presents its fourth annual report praising earnest effort and public welfare focus. Directors note the organization has gained national and international reputation as a worthwhile commercial body and expect continued practical, beneficial work for Boston and New England.
The Boston Transcript weighs William J. Bryan against great secretaries like Daniel Webster and Elihu Root. It argues Bryan, should he become Secretary of State, could surpass many cabinet appointees, and surpass Philander C. Knox as incumbent, in statesmanlike qualities.
A playful verse criticizes overwork by a father who labors long hours to support a large family. It notes the strain of earning and saving while dependents fritter time and spend the earnings. A note hints at modern financial contortions.
A short quoted motto on self belief circulates, urging perseverance and discipline. The piece notes social media reaction and quotes readers who connect the message to personal growth and motivation.
A string of playful and inconsistent OCR style lines references multiple Mellen railroads and trolley lines. The fragment hints at a public notice about a transportation lineage or branding shift with a quip about Mel len's being the asserted name.
As we go to press Mary has enough lambs to last winter thanks to readers of All Sorts. A lamb famine is averted and further contributions are unnecessary. The note humorously laments Albino fleas on a lamb and mentions Bertie Bertram and Mary amid a playful village scene.
A humorous collective plea asks readers what they would do with their final dollar. Narrators claim methods from gambling to frugal plans, using nicknames and mock clues to present a playful, moralizing reflection on money and choice.
Turkish cities endure shock of war with Greece Bulgaria and Serbia. Asian infantry move toward Balkan front as refugees flood trains and mosques become barracks. St Sophia hosts troops while prayers hope for Ottoman victory amid harsh reverses.
The Observant Citizen extends congratulations to Associate Justice Raoul H. Beaudreau on the birth of twins to Mrs Beaudreau. Mother and children are reported well. Charles M. Conant notes a 1913 dedication of the Governor Roger Conant statue will advance the Salem memorial.
As readers scanned letters and notices, interest ranged from Balkan photography and Alpine exploits by Charles Bryce to local lore about the old oaken bucket tale near Jaffrey and Scituate. The page also notes Africa hunting tales, a Bostonian steamship sale, and upcoming Melrose church social service meetings led by local academics.
A reader notes the gentle reminder of approaching sleigh bells and describes a Boston freight arriving from Canada with snow atop its cars, recalling wintry conditions near the depot.
Harvard Zoological Museum at Cambridge plans to receive the entomological collection of the late Frederick Lilanehard of Tyngsboro. The donor was a longtime collector and a noted authority on insects, with many rare specimens among his holdings.
Mrs. Fannie Fern Andrews secretary of the American School Peace League has sailed from Liverpool aboard the Mauretania. She is expected back at her home 405 Marlboro street within two weeks.
Richard Norton of the Museum of Fine Arts says he will depart soon for Cyrne and Tripoli to pursue a project. He plans to study local artifacts and engage with regional curators while abroad.
To the Editor of the Post a reader complains of a transcription error in the anti deer hunting note. The writer states shotguns are legal for deer killing and that only large shot over 1¼ diameter is allowed. He notes shells with a single ball are popular and argues landowners may kill deer damaging crops. Nov. 20.
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