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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1914
Page
14
The Wisconsin Republican Representative Nelson condemns the administration anti trust bill. He boasts of being a bloodhound on the trail of the octopus, a boast noted for its familiar classical framing and sharp polemical style. The full speech awaits Congressional Record publication.
Former Governor Sulzer filed a petition with the Secretary of State designating himself as the American party nominee for governor. The petition carried about 11 000 names, signaling strong statewide support. Sulzer argues he is the sole genuine progressive and anti-boss candidate in the race, prompting belief he could draw substantial votes.
The Braves opened the world championship series in Philadelphia with a convincing win over the Athletics, dominating in most facets of the game. The victory raises questions about whether skill, confidence, or both drove the win, and suggests the Athletics may not appear as formidable as before. The win should bolster the Braves as they carry momentum into the rest of the series.
Attorney William Travers Jerome asks federal courts to speed up issues in the Thaw case while Thaw seeks suppression of proceedings. Public interest weighs against allowing escape from justice, as the case tests whether the law remains supreme over money and power. The paranoiac slayer of Stanford White faces potential return to the criminal insanity refuge from which he could avoid punishment.
A fragment argues money influenced an escape and questions whether legal process should free him. It asserts that hiring asylum delivery is not legal process and implies concern about proper legal avenues.
A newspaper column rebukes the Massachusetts Republican platform for stating that the state’s industries are crippled by the Underwood tariff. It questions the truth and political utility of such a claim, urging responsible Republicans and business leaders to reject the statement as unsubstantiated and harmful to the Commonwealth.
Rockefeller Institute researchers disclosed the germ linked to infantile paralysis at Johns Hopkins jubilee events in Baltimore. The tiny organism was once undetectable but was fattened for observation, enabling understanding of infection and potential future prevention methods.
The article lauds Postmaster Murray’s push to popularize the postal savings system as a national backed option. Boston ranks fourth in deposits with 12,441 depositors and 1.1336 million dollars as of June 30, with 4300 new accounts and 1.346961 million dollars added in the following three months. It notes the system complements state savings banks and appeals to a foreign element favoring government responsibility.
Massachusetts Forestry Association awarded Scituate for planting the largest number of trees relative to population in the summer contest, 727 shade trees led the list while Marshfield planted 505. The prize is a mile of shade trees, with enduring benefits to all towns participating as they nurture the landscape and heritage of their streets.
In Newton Newkirk's column a Western maiden named Gladys Kate from Ocmulgee Oklahoma writes a humorous plea to Bertie Bertram. She urges him to consider a future together in the West, away from domestic woes and war in the East, promising shared adventures and a sunny life.
A playful essay argues that constant pulling tires the horse and driver alike. It contrasts horses that always pull with those that kick or rest, noting that stopping to kick prevents pulling and that never stopping leads to perpetual strain. It ends with a jab about balance of effort and restraint.
A playful note in All Sorts claims the father of invention is Gumption, with a quip about Newt and a reference to old Gump from Woodstock New Hampshire. A letter from Maud of Winchester Massachusetts asks how to slip a geranium, prompting a sly horticultural reply from N N P offering advice for $2 or a reduced 75 cents.
A domestic vignette depicts a woman’s day from dawn to dinner, tidying, sewing, cooking, and caring for children then returning to cheerful duties. A light anecdote follows with a lady remarking on a man’s Africa adventure, and his humorous reply about his pedal extremities.
Charlestown representative McLaughlin recovers from broken ankle after a horse accident. Reports on Dr Eliot and Unitarian Club address, Boy Scouts in Blue Hills, a legal fee dispute, and a Antwerp war era humor. Includes flags, local records, and a Boston area mailbag.
A reluctant father overhears a planned elopement as his daughter and her lover flee at night. He tailors a disguise, follows to intervene, but a police stop escalates until a dramatic reveal shows the girl and her intended being protected by the family. The strange chase ends with reconciliation and a shared joke.
Paragraphs describe fashion trends with a curved waist line replacing the straight silhouette. Evening wraps are described as voluminous and stately, with some Watteau backs and scalloped skirts that measure three to four yards around the bottom. An example gown in cerise velour features a shoulder corsage attached by a jet button.
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary T McCarthy nee Crowley widow of David McCarthy and former Charlestown resident were held yesterday at St Catherine's Church Somerville. Burial followed at Calvary. The 75 year old died last Tuesday at 24 Laurel Street Somerville. Her early life was spent in Thomaston and Rockland Maine where she was well known.
A 1914 Walt Mason verse pleads for global peace over conquest. It denounces war, praises labor and planting, and urges nations to abandon fighting for harmony and productivity, warning of recurring bloodshed and the futility of glory.
Dear Miss Champagne, an 18 year old girl asks whether to wait for a longtime friend who neglects her or end the engagement and seek companions who treat her better. The advisor urges breaking the engagement, citing long familiarity dulling affection and predicting a lifetime of a stay-at-home wife.
Clara Furbush of Temple Maine suggests a plan for direct apple sales to Boston. She proposes a reliable intermediary, guaranteed payment to farmers, delivery by farmers on cars at a stated per barrel price, and freight paid by consumers to eliminate middlemen. She envisions carload shipments and many barrels sent.
The steamship Senator reached Seattle from Nome Alaska with 1,250,000 in gold, part of a 24 hour total of 1,750,000 in gold received from the North.
An exhibit on baby saving featured in leading cities will be the main attraction at the American Association for Study and Prevention of Infant Mortality convention in Boston next month. Dr. Fritz B. Talbot oversees the display at the Public Library Courtyard in Copley Square with plans for a complete milk station and nurse.
Washington October 9 A joint resolution extending U S Congresses thanks to South American diplomats who acted as mediators between the United States and the Huerta government in Mexico was passed by the Senate today The resolution provides for an appropriation of 3000 for gold medals to be presented to the three mediators Ambassador da Gama of Brazil Minister Naon of Argentina and Minister Suarez of Chile The resolution now goes to the House
George Strong, 8, was accidentally shot and killed by his brother Joseph Strong during target practice in Swampscott. The gun discharged prematurely at half cock, the fatal shot striking the boy who stood about six feet away.
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