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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1912
Page
10
The Boston Post issue dated November 29 1912 from Boston Massachusetts presents local news and political coverage. The paper acts as an Independent Democratic voice with office at 259 Washington Street and circulation details typical of early 20th century newspapers.
The notice lists subscription prices for The Sunday Post and Daily issues, with rates for one year six months and shorter terms. It also states rates for Canadian, foreign, and local postage, and warns readers about payment methods and mailing risks.
Classified fragment lists editorial rooms and main offices with address lines. It notes all subscriptions must be prepaid and continued only until expiration, urging readers to notify the Post if it cannot be obtained from dealers.
Robert Hoe and Company proclaims the Boston Post has the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the world, describing the facility as unmatched for scale and capacity.
After Thanksgiving, the Red Cross plans a nationwide sale of 10,000,000 Christmas seals next Monday. The effort funds the war against the white plague, inviting all citizens to participate regardless of means.
The article notes the 435 member House after the census increase and the packing challenge for Republicans. It discusses possible options including moving overflow members to the gallery or aisle seating with stools, as Democrats hold about 300 seats. The piece reflects tense post reapportionment seating decisions.
The article recounts Albert T. Patrick’s long fight for vindication after being convicted of murder in the William Marsh Rice case. Governor Dix’s full pardon is presented as a culmination of Patrick’s insistence on innocence and persistent appeals from 1902 through 1906 and beyond.
A satirical note on tariff politics criticizes the standpatter view of tariff revision, arguing it would end American export leadership and hurt home markets. Bullets of local items follow, including a Boston Common squirrel sighting, Xmas prep, subway progress, street repairs, transit rumors, and a codfish-laden fishing vessel at Wharf.
The text discusses a man whose unique experience may guide his future actions, describing it as extraordinary and unprecedented. It emphasizes the impact such a journey could have on his conduct ahead.
Discussion in New York politics centers on whether William Loeb Jr should remain as collector of customs. Supporters praise his impartial enforcement ending smuggling, while critics call for a partisan transition as the city weighs the public interest against precedent.
The article describes installing aeroplane guns at exposed coastal points like Sandy Hook to shoot down hostile aircraft at three miles or more. It also notes the new safety harness for pilots to reduce injuries in falls and even suggests offering it to stunt exhibitors at fairs.
The United States Supreme Court ruled that novels about juvenile heroes such as Merriwell and Fearnaught are books, not magazines, and should pay book postage. The decision ends years of magazines masquerading as periodicals and losing government revenue.
An opinion piece critiques current fears about microbes and germs noting that previous generations lived healthily without modern knowledge. It argues wisdom is overrated and suggests contentment with simpler times despite unseen threats.
A compact saying warns that juggling too many tasks drains focus and energy, risking none achieving optimal results. It emphasizes prioritizing essential efforts to keep plans from stalling.
A whimsical verse about a woman’s crowning hair and a man walking in rain in Massachusetts. He raises an umbrella only to discover it’s missing its top, confusing readers with a playful pun. A EB F opens to the public offering lunches on the European Plan with lobsters, wood and coal, cash terms.
Laura, a college student, defies her mother while the Professore ss berates her for neglecting studies. The exchange centers on Laura blaming motherhood for her absences and distractions from class and diligence.
The remark suggests wagers that the person whose views you share values your judgment highly. It frames belief in another's high regard as a betting proposition, implying confidence in the agreement of opinions and the esteem attached to your discernment.
Miss Julia Hogan of 36 Washington street Charlestown married John J. Gillen of Quincy last evening at St Marys Church Warren street The ceremony was performed by Rev James H Phalen Miss Mary M Hogan sister of the bride was bridesmaid and George J Gillen brother of the groom was best man
The article recalls Balkan fervor as war against Turkey erupts with crowds in Athens Sofia Belgrade and Cettinje urging decisive advances. It notes Serbia's gains at Uskub and fears of Austrian interference. It compares 1878 Berlin and San Stefano treaties and warns peace may delay but not prevent renewed conflict among Slavs and Austro Hungarian influence.
Stanton H. King plans a Christmas Day comfort bag for sailors in Boston. Old boots worn by Robert Fossett and the Petrel gunboat at Manila Bay are noted. Col D C Pavey to speak at William and Mary. mackerel boats reach the wharf. Cushing children speak German at home. Various Boston figures and projects are mentioned.
A mysterious substitute, Miss Laury, sends cheerful messages to the European head of a large concern. Mr. Hildreth reads the kind notes, returns home, and asks her to become his wife, admitting boldness can be grand.
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