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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1911
Page
8
The Sunday Post notice lists subscription rates and publishing details for the Boston Post Publishing Company. It includes price breaks for 3, 6, and 12 month periods and advertising contact lines. The page confirms mailing, delivery, and second class registration information and directs readers to notify changes promptly.
President Taft has confirmed the court martial dismissal of four West Point cadets for possessing liquor. The article stresses obedience to orders and the wisdom of the liquor ban as a governance measure for the military academy.
The piece warns of brewing tensions as a French bloc in Quebec pushes for a plebiscite on naval policy and a Protestant faction seeks a Dominion marriage law. It notes Laurier kept balance for 15 years and suggests Borden’s tenure could be short if he veers from that balance.
The article praises wireless telegraphy from San Francisco to Japan, noting six thousand miles between Kushu island and Hillcrest in California. It recalls Marconi's early feat, highlights rapid global communication, and claims the Pacific offers favorable conditions for continued expansion beyond Europe.
In Austin Penn a teenage telephone operator stayed at her post as a dam flood surged. She sent alarms to connected lines, triggering emergency response. Her swift action helped save others and she reportedly receives double pay for her bravery. The incident highlights the dangers faced by the operator during the disaster.
A cyclist rode ahead of the flood, sounding alarms and warning residents. His quick action is credited with saving Costello before the town was wiped out, and Carnegie medals are suggested as deserving recognition for such everyday heroes who faced the emergency.
The piece criticizes both parties for blunt campaign missteps. The Republicans faulted for a platitude laden platform ignoring key issues like reciprocity, income tax, parcels post, and antitrust warfare. Democrats fault Frothingham critics while praising his honesty and appeal, urging restraint and common sense in political strategy.
The market value of railroad and industrial stocks fell by 1,290,683,312 during seven weeks of decline. The decline was largely paper profit erased by market volatility. meanwhile railroads and industries continued paying dividends and earning much as before, with the country continuing largely unaware of the losses.
Federal Court in Ohio considers criminal charges against several wallpaper makers for conspiracy in restraint of trade. One defendant was a former New York Democratic state leader, adding political color. The case hinges on alleged refusals to supply cut under price and credit practices, with potential prison exposure if the government proves the claim. The broader aim could redefine Sherman Act interpretation.
Judge Homer B. Woods of the Circuit Court and his son were injured when a self built aeroplane rose to 35 feet and turtled at Harrisville. The elder Woods was slightly hurt while his son sustained serious injuries, and the incident occurred during the machine’s initial start.
A mishmash of quips and satirical lines about political figures like Champ Clark, jokes on economics and weather, and anecdotes from history. The piece weaves humorous verse and quips about daily life, politics, and society, with lines attributed to Uncle Bunk and references to public figures and events.
The Marquis of Gooseberry reenters the scene with a comic South Boston brainteaser about eggs and chickens. He muses on which birth timing yields the older chick, debating with pomp and a spoof scholarly flourish.
The Boston Post reviews Doré Bible pictures with scenes from Saul and David. It notes Abigail's decisive intervention with provisions that avert David's slaughter of Nabal's herdsmen and David's later betrothal to Abigail. Back-number requests and remittances are details for readers.
Observant citizen notes B Leighton Beal lists 156 Boston press writers eligible for a November 11 dinner at Young's, with nine losses from last year. Radcliffe student BE A McFadden wins prize play selection "The Product of the Mill" amid a bustling Boston scene with mayoral chatter, dances, and civic events.
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