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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1911
Page
10
The notice states that subscriptions to the Post must be renewed or will be discontinued without expiration notice. It mentions offices and contact points and is signed by A. Grozier, editor and publisher.
The Otis Elevator Company of New York distributed nearly 30 to widows and orphans of victims of a recent explosion. The coroner declared the accident unavoidable and the corporation blameless, and the act is praised as humane and generous boosting employee loyalty and confidence.
A historical note quotes the Morgan lineage and Pierpont Morgan on economic psychology. He argues the country is fundamentally sound with resources productivity and wealth. the key is removing uncertainty and abuse to restore business vigor and confidence.
The Treasury official notes a drop in smuggling, with fewer attempts to conceal goods on person or in baggage. Collectors report stronger enforcement and judges sending smugglers to jail, prompting the public to respect the law despite some club opposition to Loeb.
The passage notes the proposed city charter failed to pass through the lower House and lingered in the Senate amid delays. It describes how the measure faced opposition and ultimately did not succeed, viewed as the best disposition of the flawed plan.
Lawmakers failed to advance the extension amid rising public sentiment against the proposed scheme. Although supporters argued improvements were needed, opponents claimed flaws would hinder implementation, urging longer time to devise a more careful municipal government plan for the nation's largest city.
The Sinnamahoning Creek dam burst in a small Pennsylvania town powering local factories, causing historic damage. The disaster elicits broad public sympathy beyond the community and state, with Boston philanthropy ready to assist if outside aid is needed.
The article notes discussions among major powers including France and Turkey about U S mediation to avert war between Italy and the Ottoman Empire. It suggests Taft could offer good offices to ease the Canadian reciprocity disappointment and hints at a broader move toward intervention. It warns of a Holy War risk and frames partition of the Ottoman Empire as a likely outcome if restraint fails.
A discussion of aviation law and air space sovereignty questions. Dr Haseltine argues that each state owns the air above its soil and may restrict foreign fliers, while occupancy of local atmosphere and health and safety regulations may govern licenses to traverse. The piece questions whether real estate owners own the air above their property.
The economy commission reports progress on reducing federal expenses and aims to present a December report to the President. It seeks to prove how about 10 percent of annual outlays can be saved, echoing Aldrich’s claim of large possible savings.
Portsmouth New Hampshire October 1 The retiring board of the United States Marine Corps in examining Major Henry Leonard lately in command of the naval prison there favors his retirement and transfer to the reserve forces This report notes the acceptance of his retirement request amid administrative procedures
A Murray era column features Edward C. McGrath and Uncle Bunk with satirical lines about honest talk and crooked deals. A letter questions a Washington street cafe waitress reciting dessert flavors amid references to pure food law enforcement and Doctor Wiley.
The article recounts Samuel condemning Agag and leading Saul to war against Amalek and Moabites, Saul's disobedience, David's anointing in Bethlehem, Saul's mental decline, David’s harp to dispel an evil spirit, Browning’s Saul reference, and Boston Post series selling Dore Bible pictures with back numbers and pricing.
A jumble of phrases and playful lines appears, including jokes about Boston earthquakes and the Tobacco Trust, toggling between era slang and weather notes. It reads like a late edition page of quips, anecdotes, and historical asides from a bygone issue.
All Sorts foreign desk dispatches from Sept 29 describe Tripoli under siege with battleships offshore and urban ruin. The reporter notes rising prices and deprivation as Turk forces clash with the league, delivering a vivid, if fanciful, account of the outbreak of conflict.
The piece notes Boston attracting Canadian nursing students to Somerville Hospital where 15 of 28 nurses are from across the border. It praises South Boston Evening High School, led by Peter Gartland, as set to raise its standing. Local Curtis Street residents oppose electric car lines to Medford, and commuters complain of overheated trains on winter routes. The Museum of Fine Arts reports nearly 2000 visitors, with interest in silver plated items and other exhibits.
Miss Loraine Scherenger celebrated her eighth birthday with a small gathering at 15 Mt. Vernon street Charlestown. Guests included Helen Leonard Irene McCarthy Annie Hurley Audrey Lundy Joseph Lundy Jr Jack Smith and Paul Bram.
The passage notes that many people choose to ride several blocks out of their way instead of changing cars at Scollay Square. It adds that the station's various entries and sections are hard for newcomers to learn, making navigation difficult.
The funeral for Mrs. Alice M. Innes will be held Tuesday morning from her home at 46 St Stephen Street. The Rev E K Cummings of the South Congregational Church will officiate. Mrs Innes died suddenly Friday evening from complications after an automobile accident six weeks prior. She was born in Boston in 1839 and was active in the Daughters of the American Revolution Mayflower descendants and the Associated Charities.
National Church lists the late Rev. E E Hale as pastor Mrs Innes traveled widely and was a gifted conversationalist and writer Her husband Chad E Innes has died leaving two children Carrie Innes a physician and Charles H Innes an attorney with political ties
Portsmouth N H Oct 1 Navy officers again seek a modification of the required physical test. The proposed change will be submitted to the Secretary of the Navy for approval.
The group requests a policy change to permit a 10 mile daily walk within one month. Currently they cover 25 miles in two days each quarter. The original test required 50 miles in three days or over 90 miles by horseback or bicycle in the same period.
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