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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1906
Page
6
The Boston Post published by Post Publishing Co on October 8 1906 details local Boston news and notices in its daily issue. This brief item notes the paper’s home office at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts.
The Daily Post offers one year for $2.60 and six months for $1.25 with other options listed. the Sunday Post is $2.60 per year or six months for $1.25. Payments should be by check, draft, or money order payable to Post Publishing Company. mail delivery available in the United States or Canada for 25 cents per month.
Editorial notice from the Post warns that all subscriptions must be paid in advance or they will be discontinued without further notice. Readers are asked to notify the office if they cannot obtain the Post regularly through their newsdealer or newsboy.
The death of four year old Helen Walsh in South Boston spotlights the deadly fender on Boston Elevated surface cars. The article argues the device fails to save lives and urges a safer alternative, questioning state approval and urging change to prevent future tragedies.
The president signals a revival of federal income and inheritance taxes to widen wealth distribution. Supreme Court rulings make reestablishing income tax unlikely, while inheri tance taxes face strong state revenue objections to federal appropriation.
The Congressional recess inquiry into postal faults reports a yearly loss of at least 50 million dollars on second class matter. Congressmen find the burden lies with misapplied rates granted to news papers and periodicals, not the newspapers themselves, as mis used privileges drive the deficit.
The piece urges Congress to investigate privileged rates for publications, noting a partisan campaign document circulated as the Congressional Record. It argues the postal service should curb partisan privileges and trim waste, citing a Mc Cleary speech stand out document funded by the Protective Tariff League.
A Boston Theatre audience greeted T P O Connor with warmth as he spoke for the United Irish League of Ireland. He predicted a self government bill in the House of Commons next year, backed by an 82 member nationalist bloc and 51 labor allies. Subscriptions at the meeting boosted the Irish League fund, seen as support for a noble struggle.
Newton Newkirk notes the debate over renaming the United States. Proposals like Columbia Usonia Samland and others spark ridicule and partial acceptance, but none gain consensus. The piece concludes that United States of America remains the official name, with several satirical options listed.
Three deaths and several serious injuries marked the Vanderbilt Cup race on Long Island as drivers pushed high speeds through public highways. The winner finished 297 miles in 290 minutes, prompting a call to end public highway racing and move future events to private grounds. An estimated quarter million spectators witnessed the perilous spectacle, with crowds clustering at danger points and police proving ineffective. The piece urges Saturday’s race be the final in the series.
A Missouri court reports that the son of the outlaw Jesse James has been admitted to the bar The historic family name adds a note of intrigue to the legal and professional scene in Missouri as a new attorney joins the profession in the state
The piece recounts how two initial rabbits bred into millions, turning Australia into a crowded menace. It notes failed extermination experiments and compares rabbit proliferation to the English sparrow and brown-tail moth, while warning that rabbits show no horror at their own population growth.
The article explains milk must be near pure, with inspectors marking 500000 bacteria per cubic centimeter as the limit. Vendors risk fines if counts exceed 500000, while consumers should reject and even kick if misserved.
The article notes Sicily is famed for its lemon orchards, but asserts we also grow fine lemons here and asks if any samples have been handed to the reader.
Evangelist Dr. R A Torrey recalls a fashion bazaar anecdote. Two women managers marked an Oriental Khazak rug at 30 dollars despite a 125 dollar cost. One exclaims she wants it for her library and buys it.
United States Ambassador George von L. Meyer left St. Petersburg for a trip to Volhynia to join a hunting party and rest from state affairs He plans to visit the Black Sea region to inspect mines for an American syndicate The specific financiers involved are not disclosed locally
The yawl Nauset owned by E. T. Cummings of Boston lost sails in a heavy northwest gale near Isles of Shoals. After anchoring she dragged anchor and her three man crew abandoned ship. Tug N Mitchell Davis towed her to Portsmouth for repairs.
A tall flag staff on the Prospect Hill Park tower in Somerville broke off at the butt during yesterday morning's severe wind, bringing down a silk American flag that had only been raised about 20 minutes earlier.
The cabmen petition Police Commissioner O Meara over insufficient public stands hindering business. They allege cab fare on stands at 60 cents while roaming cabs charge 25 cents and demand better locations for higher takings. The item also records assorted local notes on community events and residents.
Caleb Longkeeper at End Point Light and Inspector Chandler puzzle over a clever pony named Brownie who drifts ashore amid a wreck tale. A girl from Paris, Miss Dressler, is identified as the pony’s likely owner, as plans form to reunite mare Frolic with her mistress.
Caleb Long and Marie marry with the Rev Twombly expected aboard soon. Burton Chandler voices praise as the ceremony unfolds and the inspector seals the moment with a kiss while Caleb shares a toast for a happy voyage.
A nineteen year old asks if a silent period from a attentive but jealous suitor should be read as a sign or cause. Ollly Gray advises the girl to seek a clear understanding of their relationship and not to assume hidden motives. The advice emphasizes communicating directly to avoid doubts.
A nineteen year old writes of loving a man nine years older who ignores her. The columnist advises inviting him to call, being agreeable, and showing sincere interest while avoiding conflicts with other suitors. It notes men vary and suggests learning his habits and tastes before pursuing.
In Society column Brookline welcomes Mrs Davenport Brown formerly Miss Marie McKenna wife of Justice McKenna of the Supreme Court. The Browns wed in Washington last April and returned from an Italy and Switzerland honeymoon. Other recent movements include Whittemore returning from officiating abroad, Stoddards home from travel, Wigglesworths sailing to Mediterranean ports, Warren family planning winter abroad, and the Dixeys returning to Tanglewood after a visit to Cohasset for a wedding. The Brunswick Fur Club plans an October meet in Barre with about 200 members. Notables include Perkins Cochrane Williams McQuillen Rice Roosevelt and others. The day ends with the marriage of Miss Sallie Leeds Bufford to Dr Edward Lawrence Parker at Trinity Church followed by a reception on Ashland Street Dorchester.
The Museum of Fine Arts shows seven watercolors by John LaFarge in gallery seven. Loaned works include Samoan Boy in Canoe Water Lilies and a landscape from Mrs. J. M. Sears. St. George and the Wisherman and Djinn come from Mrs. Sarah Wyman Whitman’s bequest. Max Bachmann returns to Boston from New York to open a studio with local commissions and has painted a Lincoln portrait bust. Bela L. Pratt’s General Stevenson memorial bronze relief is featured in a published illustrated volume by the General Thomas G. Stevenson Memorial Association detailing the dedication at the Massachusetts State House and the memorial address by General Francis A. Osborn.
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