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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1913
Page
14
The Boston Post outline shows subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, including domestic and foreign prices, and notices that all payments are in advance. It lists contact details for editorial and business offices and notes handling of subscriptions and notices for changes.
The Public Service Commission requires Boston and Maine to spend about 373000 dollars on new interlocking signals by next July, leaving the old Railroad Commission order in place. The board emphasizes passenger protection as the priority and believes the expenditure will pay off in the long run, benefiting railroads after the initial cost fear fades.
The Pennsylvania governor Tener, elected president of the National League of Baseball Clubs at a salary of about 25000, says he will not resign as governor or devote all his time to the league for the remainder of his term. The piece questions whether he can truly hold both roles and urges him to resign if he cannot.
In a satirical note the city shows rows of water pails labeled for horses along curbs. The piece mocks public watering fountains closed to prevent glanders as President Rowley’s cohorts patrol to ensure no horse goes without a drink.
President Wilson forgoes New Year’s Day reception as he seeks a brief vacation while Congress is in recess. The piece notes the annual White House handshake ritual has become a strenuous ordeal for many, arguing the nation will survive a year with fewer ceremonial greetings.
Interstate Commerce Commission evidence shows officials and associates profited by at least 7 million dollars from buying and selling lines via votes. They allegedly caused bond refinancings totaling 28 million dollars to disguise solvency, harming American finance and securities abroad and at home.
The passage argues for rates to be lowered after what it calls disgraceful business. It contends the current charges are excessive and seeks reforms to reduce costs for affected parties.
The Henry M. Pindell nomination to be ambassador to Russia advances to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee amid a new allegation of unfitness. A letter to Rep. Stone purportedly shows Pindell proposing postmaster patronage linked to his newspaper, suggesting postmasters act as agents for subscriptions and collections. The piece notes only the questionable at best plan and warns of a difficult path to St Petersburg for Pindell.
Observers recount chalked slogans on White House sidewalks and dispersed placards in Britain and Ireland. Authorities in Washington call it a public nuisance, while in London startled scenes include a smashed hat and flour-dusted politicians. The piece argues militant action here is milder yet advances woman suffrage more quickly than in Britain.
A Boston Advertiser piece argues that claims of immediate cost of living drops after the Underwood tariff are premature. It notes seven weeks since enactment, schedules not yet in effect, and another due next March, with price reductions likely only after a consumer price index in about six months.
In a St Louis address the Secretary of the Navy compares air and sea combat costs noting a torpedo at 8000 dollars and high losses, while several aeroplanes could be built for the same price and offer many offensive and defensive capabilities. He cites Army and Navy inventories and European advances in aviation.
A 21 year old recounts seven years of drinking and smoking, losing willpower and temper, gambling away money, and embracing a reckless lifestyle. He warns young men that playing with fire leads to being scorched and doubts reform is possible.
A reader asks whether to marry or elope with a 16 year old high school girl. The columnist urges waiting until she is 18, praising lawful marriage, maturity, and mutual respect while advising the man to gain her mother’s approval and demonstrate honorable intent.
Black leather bags trimmed with jet beads and intricate embroidery stand alongside blouses with simulated waistcoats in figured silk brocaded velvet or chiffon. Gowns feature scallops and velvet or taf feta bindings with tulle pleatings, while fox fur muffs edged in cream net over chiffon add drama. Exposed blouse coats with chest-revealing revers fall from fashion.
Emily Platt the tenth White House bride married General Russell Hastings on June 19 1878. The ceremony took place in the Blue Room with the Marine Band providing music and President Hayes giving away the bride. Guests included Cabinet members and their wives as well as Mrs Hayes.
Observant Citizen notes a Boston reception hosted by Bishop and Mrs. William Lawrence at the Museum of Fine Arts on Tuesday Dec 9 marking Bishop Lawrence’s 12th episcopate anniversary. Other items mention lobster law issues, stray parrots, and local weather lore.
A satirical poem by Walt Mason criticizes Emmeline Pankhurst and women's suffrage while urging domestic roles for women. The verse mocks her transatlantic activism and suggests homemaking as a suitable path, contrasting public agitation with private duties. The text also notes misread botched transcription about students and maritime graduation.
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