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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1913
Page
14
The Independent Democratic paper from Boston debuts with daily publication by Post Publishing Co. at 259 Washington Street Boston Mass. October 1 1912 marks the inaugural issue of the Boston Post No 1 Vol 336.
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The Boston Advertiser comments on the Gardner Hatfield confrontation causing nervousness among Republicans. It invokes the old adage that a divided house cannot stand to explain the political tension.
A report recalls Boss Tweed’s demand to investigators and the ensuing Sing Sing sentence, noting Croker’s similar audacity in taunting reformers about graft. The piece argues Croker’s defiance mirrors Tweed’s posture and questions his attacks on Mayor Gaynor.
The special session of Congress in Woodrow Wilsons administration may merge into the regular session, marking a continuous session not seen in 25 years. It contrasts with Tafts 1909 and McKinleys 1897 called sessions, which ran only a few months. History may judge whether the extra time spent is warranted.
The article argues Thomas Mott Osborne cannot grasp the true prisoner experience though he serves a self imposed sentence at Auburn. He may observe conditions, discipline, and routine but cannot feel the psychological impact of imprisonment or the convict’s inner perspective.
The piece portrays Mayor Fitzgerald as an active booster for Boston who will tour to speak in Cleveland Detroit St Louis Kansas City Cedar Rapids and Omaha. It argues for reciprocal trade with those cities to keep a favorable balance of trade while highlighting Boston merchants and salesmen.
The text praises the mayor's effort to stimulate demand for Boston goods in the West. It notes his mission is praiseworthy and his persuasive energy should yield results.
The New Haven president’s Chamber of Commerce speech frames a return to fair dealing and lawful conduct as the path to restored public confidence. He promises to focus on transportation, seek legitimate rate changes, and uphold railroad morals and honesty for New England’s welfare.
Secretary of War Garrison backs strict measures to punish hazing at the military academy. He aims to curb acts that would merit police court fines and notes offenders complain to Congressmen, attempting to sway Washington against War Department authority. Hazing is seen as fading, with Annapolis and West Point likely to follow.
The Cosmopolitan Club of Harvard held its opening meeting at Holyoke House with 56 guests. Professor Masaharu Anazaki of Tokyo University lectured on Japanese philosophy as part of his Harvard visit.
Old Jepson Jones hoards money while his wife saves with a nest egg. A storeman on a wedding day serves a free eye-nog as payoff for a needle purchase. The egg reveals a double yolk and prompts Jep to fear another needle will come.
A humorous note compares an elderly egg to an actor failing to deliver a comedy role. The line uses a playful image to reflect on aging and performance.
A Boston reader responds to a 1914 self starting two speed motorcycle catalogue offering a 20 percent discount for agents. The reply mixes humor and caution, recounting a dangerous, comic ride and questioning features like a self stopper and a Maxim silencer.
A thrift shop initiative, titled Bury the Bones, centers on practical savings and financial sense. It emphasizes frugal purchasing, community reuse, and responsible budgeting to stretch limited dollars. It frames thrift as both a value and a civic action.
A stern schoolmaster warns against idleness as he sketches the grim fate of the loafer. He asks Charlie to name the freeloading recipient of clothes and shelter, and the boy answers with the baby as the culprit.
William Malloy of 293 Dudley Street Roxbury is on the dangerous list at City Hospital after accidental injuries from a work incident yesterday.
A column of brisk miscellany from the Observant Citizen describes Boston suburb changes as the Boylston street subway advances, mushroom-hunting lore, Cape town primary costs, travel slang abroad, potato shipments from Aroostook, a 68 pound pumpkin record, and remarks on beef prices and the Panama Canal talk.
A poem in which a tired father and a loafer debate plans to act soon. The speaker mocks delaying life decisions like buying life insurance and finishing tasks, while the unfulfilled promises trap the loafer at the county poor farm. The verses blend humor and social commentary.
A friend reports a sign visible in the Broadway storefront of a Methuen grocery. The message references spring water held by locks and dams higher above sea level, with the phrase Itt. The fragment suggests a local display or advertisement.
At Broadfields Westwood estate Mrs. Allan Forbes, a newlywed, drew attention for not using a walking stick while attending polo with her guests. She carried cameras to photograph players and greeted a police officer, signaling a democratic spirit amid social duties.
Simple chiffon blouses match skirts worn over white. Tartan silks, Scotch plaids and tartan ribbons rise in popularity. Fall hats are small while dress hats may grow larger later. Short mantles and bolero wraps with sac backs are common. Young girl suits feature kimono shoulders with inset sleeves.
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