Boston Post Rates and Subscription Details 1914
The Boston Post outlines daily and Sunday subscription rates for U S and Canada, with Foreign options and per-copy postage notes. It specifies pricing by duration, indicates Canada copy charges, and warns readers to mail checks and money orders to POST PUBLISHING CO. and not to send cash.
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Editorial phone lines and newsroom contact
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Lessening Pensions Marks Decline in Veteran Support
The federal pension report for the year ending June 30 notes total pensions at 172 million dollars, down over 2 million from 1913. It highlights pension payments mainly to widows of Union veterans, viewing the decline as both prudent and somber in reflecting the aging army.
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Federal Commissioner of Pensions
Governor Walsh suspends upland game season in dry region
Citizens praise Governor Walsh for using his power to suspend hunting amid an exceptionally dry season. The move, though likely to offend some sportsmen, coincides with a spike in forest fires on the opening day of legalized bird slaughter. Public opinion supports prudence over sport in defense of forests.
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Walsh
Senate confirms George W. Anderson as U S attorney for Massachusetts
The Senate confirmation removes Anderson from the Public Service Commission, appointing him district attorney for Massachusetts. The move causes regret among supporters and prompts Governor Walsh to seek a successor. Anderson resigns from the commission to take the federal post, sacrificing private practice for public service.
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Senate
George W.anderson
Massachusetts
Commonwealth
Eatistia
Anderson
Public Service Commission
Walsh
Mr. Anderson
Holland Respect Pledge Seen As Important In War Tides
Americans welcomed Germanys declaration that Holland will uphold neutrality and not use the Scheldt river. The vow comes after Germanys sweeping of Belgium and capture of Antwerp. The piece underscores Belgiums sacrifice and warns of Germanys ruthless conduct, while urging Holland to avoid punitive consequences.
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Germany
Holland
Scheldt
Antwerp
Duten
Belgium
Bygone News Snippet: Innocent Bystander Role Cited
A fragment notes the innocent bystander bears the brunt of the catastrophe, reflecting a historical press focus on victims and shared blame in large scale disasters. The brief hints at social impact without detailing names or locations.
Reach Out A Hand Red Cross Appeal For Peacetime Support
In a reflective wartime message the Red Cross pledges to mitigate horrors of war and save lives. It urges the American public, especially the common people, to contribute through flags stamps and other items. The text frames mediation abroad and emphasizes humanitarian work funded by donations.
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Europe
Red Cross
All Sorts by Newton Newkirk Poem Fragment
Poem by Newton Newkirk from Newton Massachusetts contrasts dreamers and doers. It praises the pennant winner who turns dreams into reality and the steady homey girl who bakes apple pies.
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Newton Newkirk
War on Women Letter Urges Rescue Missions
A reader cites headlines such as Belgian Sally repulsed Crown Prince captures Nancy and Lille in danger. The writer calls for chivalrous men to arm themselves and sail to rescue the girls abroad facing peril.
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Newt
Sally
Nancy
Lille
Lift skirts clear of the stairs in Boston building
A man in Boston recalls a plastered placard urging women to lift their skirts on stairs. He recounts a comical rough encounter with a beautiful passerby, a fall, and a jesting exchange with a janitor about the warning. He notes a stinging blow and reflects on the incident.
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Boston
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Cape Cod Forestation Plan Highlighted by State Officials
The Cape lands emerge as a top focus for reforestation efforts by the Forestry Commission. Fire protection towers have expanded statewide, marking progress toward greater security through Commonwealth ownership. Cape Cod stands central as the region’s potential forest asset near Boston.
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Forestry Commission
Commonwealth
Cape Cod
Boston
Are battleships doomed by submarine warfare debate
The piece argues against quick judgments that battleships are obsolete after two submarine attacks. It notes submarines sunk about six ships so far, but suggests this is minor relative to total ships built and that armored ships remain dominant off England. The main naval test still lies ahead.
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England
Riddance of Boylston Street Elevated Barrier
Patrons welcome the opening of the fence between two north bound cars at Boylston street seven in the subway. They can now transfer to North Station and Charlestown cars, improving rapid transit by removing an obstacle that previously slowed loading at Park street. The change relieves congestion and speeds trips.
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Elevated
Boylston Street 7
Pork Street
North Station
Charlestown
Boylston Street
Park Street
Wall Street
Frank Leslie
Illustrated
Walt Mason
Per Riod
Virginia
Wheeling
Monticello purchase letter argues to cut party flavor
A letter contends the nation should buy Monticello as a historical memorial of Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence. It argues against partisan stances and suggests Congress could remove party flavor to reduce objections on both sides.
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Monticello
Thomas Jefferson
Congress
Paragraphs on Fads and Fashions Include Beads and Velvet
Beads trim girdles blouses and gowns with black velvet collars and cuffs. Daimatiques appear in contrasting colors edged with fur. Dance frocks are very short with wider skirts. Upstanding rudies suit black satin afternoon gowns. Beaded ornament recalls past oriental fashion on the Birdle. Evening frock sashes tie in a loose bow at the back.
MGR SHAHAN TO BE CONSECRATED BISHOP
The rector of the Catholic University of America will be consecrated titular bishop on Sunday November 13 in Baltimore. Cardinal Gibbons will preside with Bishops Nilan and O Connell assisting. the sermon to be delivered by Mgr Duggan, vicar general of the Hartford diocese.
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Han
Catholic of America
Metr
Sha University
Germanicopolis
Cardinal Gibbons
Baltimore
Nilan
Hartford
Od’connell
Richmond
Mgr. Duggan
Wyman of U S Relief Committee Returns to America
KE B Wyman head of the information bureau of the American relief committee in London sailed on the Adriatic today for New York with his wife He will raise funds in America to support the committee s work as long as needed</s>
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London
B. Wyman
American Relief Committee
New York
Harry W. Worley
Centre Methodist Church
Malden
China
Worley
Foochow
Mr. Worley
Ohio Wesleyan
Boston University
Observant Citizen column and notes on Boston life
Collier's columnist discusses early humor writing in Chicago and Boston, noting Henry Ten Eyck White predated earlier contributors. The piece cites Charlie Hoyt, wartime writers, and various local anecdotes, then moves to Cambridge building progress and a Maine shooting record, ending with Boston society notices and foreign travels.
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Julian Street
Collier's
Henry Ten Eyck White
Chicago
Mr Street
Post
Mr. White
Street
Charlie Hoyt
Maine
Alpheus Pye
Small Point
Star Spangled Banner in Art and History Tribute
A 1857 wood cut from Frank Leslie's Illustrate d Newspaper depicts veterans and military units under the Star Spangled Banner at the State House in Charlestown for General Warren's monument dedication on June 17 1857. The procession included Masons Knights Templars and city officials. 7000 seated in a large tent. The banner flew from the dome then unlike today’s display.
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State House
Warren
Bunker Hill Monument
Charlestown
Boston
Seventh Regiment of New York
Gardner
Rice
Bunker Hill
Frank Leslie
Illustrated Newsnaer
First Case Tackles Old Fisherman’s Hidden Heiress
Old Ben Norton tells Helen how her parents died at sea and he cared for her after the Empress shipwreck. Lawyer Jack Granville hunts for the missing heiress, meets Helen, reveals her true Chandler lineage, and wins both the case and a wife.
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Ben Norton
Helen
Uncle Ben
Empress
Mr. Chandler
Atlantic
Mrs. Chandler
Ben
Jack Granville
Jack
Casey
Chandler
Norton
H. C
Sharp Jamaica quake rattles Kingston with brief tremor
A sharp earthquake struck Kingston at 2 15 this morning, lasting ten seconds. Two smaller aftershocks followed, but no damage was reported.
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Jamaica
Kingston
Retired Uncle Walt Learned Rest Is Hard to Find
A quip says the man who quits work for ease finds rest elusive. Walt Mason notes that idle months drag on as leisure proves a trap, turning retirement into weariness. The piece concludes the wise avoid quitting while capable, embracing work’s steady rhythm.
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Walt Mason
Peculiar Guardian Author Questions Right to Open Letters
A 20 year old asks if a guardian may open and read every letter she receives and controls outgoing mail. The adviser says such conduct imposes on her, harms self reliance, and blames both guardian and guardian’s training, noting guardians may intend welfare but overstep. The tone is dated editorial guidance on personal autonomy within guardianship.
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Miss Champagne
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The fragment notes tension in a personal relationship, asserting that her conduct is unjustified and provoking resentment even as one might strive for greater respect. The sentence hints at a guidance to balance emotion with pursuit of improved regard.
Dear Miss Champagne Advises Against Accepting Money From Engaged Suitor
A 17 year old engaged to a 40 year old asks if it is improper to take large sums from him while awaiting marriage. The columnist warns against accepting money, urges independence, and counsels the girl to work and maintain self respect, arguing payment ties undermine moral standing and future prospects.
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Miss Champagne
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