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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1907
Page
6
The notice details pricing for six months at 1.50 dollars, two six month periods at 75 cents, and one month at 25 cents. It lists The Sunday Post rates at one year 2.50 dollars, six months 1.25 dollars, and three months 60 cents.
The Post announces higher Dominion of Canada postal rates with new subscription prices. Daily Post 1 month 50 cents 6 months 3 dollars year 6 dollars. Sunday Post 9 cents per copy. Payment in advance and by check or money order to Post Publishing Company.
The article urges dilatory voters to complete registration before the election office in the Old State House closes at 10 pm. It stresses the obligation to vote and warns the careless and procrastinators to act now to ensure their rights are not lost.
Fragmentary text discusses Francis Joseph and Austria in a period of political strain. It hints at a potential demise, a shifting balance of power, and prospects for peace amid unsettled relations and the Austrian Emperor’s standing.
From New Haven reports say Yale’s crack kicker is knocked out with a torn right leg ligament in practice. He may not play for weeks if at all this season. Harvard also lists injured players as football season looms.
Tomorrow the first Philippine Assembly convenes under United States supervision with native voters electing a body. Officials have selected a presiding officer, raising expectations that independence or autonomy resolutions will be kept from consideration. Secretary Taft will attend to open proceedings.
The piece notes a revived idea by Rep Henry S Boutell to remove desks in the House and seat members on benches. Proponents cite poor acoustics and growing lobby space needs, arguing a cleared chamber would restore oratory and improve access for lobbyists.
A great coal carrier Everett undergoes a trial trip today as part of a fleet of three ships bound for the Fore River Company for the New Tug Gas NG project.
They will bring 1 500 000 tons of coal annually to Boston, about half of U S soft coal imports. Net tonnage will surpass all other lines entering the port. The service benefits Gas & Coke and furnishes coal for Everett plant and rail customers at favorable rates. The Everett's trial trip today supports the claim of three vessels unequalled in their class under the American flag.
After hearings, the commission appears set to decide on the majority claimed by Whitney ticket delegates. The ruling, expected soon, should determine the Bartlet ticket’s status on the official ballot and the path for withdrawal deadlines tomorrow afternoon.
The daily horoscope notes a helpful sign for this day with opportunities in employment for those who act confidently. It warns against swift engines, predicts a great political event, and suggests journeys for health. It also mentions birthday annoyances with puzzling letters and favorable outcomes if crises are handled well.
The Interior Department plans to offer thousands of new homes to settlers in Idaho Montana South Dakota and Washington over the next nine months. Preparations are underway to open more than 4 500 000 acres for settlement as the allotment to the Indians who held the lands continues.
A spoof letter from Goo Goo and Repub. Citt. Committee asks Eskewer Mr N Newkirk to run for Boston mayor. He responds doubtfully, noting no prior mayoral job, political graft battles, and preferring walking to campaigning.
Federal officials press the Postmaster General to end mail delays on the B and A and B and A rail lines. Promised special mail trains aim to speed service and improve routes from the hub toward Worcester. critics warn of rusted engines and decaying coaches as the grass grows between the tracks.
An old country town preserves a long deserted house of former renown. Its silent walls sigh with whispering zephyrs while memories of grand feasts, merriment, and dances linger from its once proud days.
A local events roundup highlights the Observant Citizen Tonight in Everett featuring the Pond Lily Girls club of young women. The column also notes Brookline manners, John Smallman turning to music teaching, a Newburyport station poster guiding visitors, BU glee club tryouts, Oscar Duse’s skating plans, Cambridge Mayor Wardwell's duties, Brookline undertakers’ tour, Newton odor complaints, a Single Tax League dinner moment, James Turner’s U.S. tour and California plan, Captain Wilson Spinney’s winter plans, and Peter McCann’s court proclamations.
An 18 year old girl writes seeking help about a romance with a peer opposed by her parents. Mildred Champagne advises parents should kindly explain their objections and the girl to use discernment, balancing respect for guidance with personal judgment.
A 19 year old man writes about his girlfriend who attends questionable places and talks to men he deems improper. He seeks guidance on whether to confront her and how to proceed without jealousy. The response urges direct, respectful communication and setting boundaries if she associates with those people.
In Eleanor M. Locke's tale a country woman Louise inherits care for a blind or deaf old man from Mrs. Gaston, the devoted caregiver who dies after ensuring his welfare. Louise consoles Jane as she contemplates a future caring for him and living with her sister in the city.
The 110th anniversary of the Boston Light Infantry Veteran Corps will be observed Friday at a meeting in the American House. The event is described as one of the body’s “tiger days” with members attending planned.
Allen Sangree, the baseball expert, previews an upcoming piece in Next Sunday's Post Magazine detailing a seasoned major leaguer's surprising experiences at a bull fight in Madrid.
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