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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1908
Page
6
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Subscription details for The Daily Post and Sunday Post offered by mail within the United States and possessions. Rates listed in cents per month with options to change address. Subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued at expiration. Editors contact and postal notice requested if service is unavailable.
The Young Veterans commend the Clerk of the Weather for a well managed parade route to minimize street disruption. The regiments’ march promises pleasure and inspiration, with encampment progress promising a successful reunion and lively, spirited events enjoyed by all.
The Vermont results show Governor Prouty with a likely plurality under 28,000, a smaller margin than 1904, and a Democratic gain in the Legislature. Taft managers had hoped for about 30,000 in Vermont, but the race suggests a broader trend against the Republicans. The Democratic vote falls about 2 percent from four years ago, while the Republican vote declines around 8 percent.
The Finance Commission urges merit based civil service controls after condemning patronage in county staffing. It highlights the Probate Office where expenses rose fivefold in 15 years, predicting an annual $56,000 cost for probate court and registry, signaling a call for economy and reform.
The text advocates extending the civil service to more departments as a lever for cost control, emphasizing merit over favor and predicting a strong influence on economy through professionalized staffing.
Placards with a provocative slogan appear in Indiana and other states. John W. Kern denounces the attempt to scare workers and the public. D M Parry of Parry Manufacturing Co voices cautious optimism about industrial recovery and criticizes political scare tactics as harmful to legitimate business.
In a St Paul address Mr. Bryan frames the Democratic call for reduced federal spending and suports a tax limited to necessary levels. He critiques Republican extravagance and notes the burden on small earners from internal revenue and import duties, urging transparent per capita taxation. He cites a Treasury deficit of 60 million dollars and the impact on prices and living costs.
Rain cooled crowds as over 3000 sailors came ashore for a quiet day of events including a luncheon, school exhibition, and football at the Melbourne ground. Admiral Sperry hosted 1500 at a flagship reception while Governor Sir Thomas Gibson-Carmichael and Prime Minister Alfred Deakin attended.
A poetic reminiscence from Newton Newkirk about life, happiness, and sorrow tied to old clothes handed down by his sons. He laments aging and attire worn since childhood, hoping one day to wear new garments fitted for him again. The piece ends with signature Gill Burt, Boston.
An editor warns reader Newton about a dubious scheme to fund a pill form whiskey and cocktail business promising 600 percent gains in 30 days. The writer questions feasibility and cites past financial losses, doubting license hurdles and product safety.
A historical view extols Montreal as a major North American seaport. It notes the St Lawrence system linking to Lake Superior, vast dockyards, and 833 ocean going ships last year alongside 11 086 canal vessels. Winter ice, Halifax competition, and engines for Royal William are mentioned.
The Union Church example of outdoor evening gatherings is echoed by Boston churches. The Methodist camp meeting at Asbury Grove features a 6 a.m. sunrise service Epworth league and young people's meetings. Evangelist Harrison preaches at the evening service and day sermons come from Rev W G Richardson and Rev W T Perrin. Rev W G Seaman spoke yesterday and Rev H F E Brady returns from vacation to preach next Sunday.
Boston's smallest church, The Syrian Mission, has endured multiple thefts from poor boxes over the past year. Bishop Yazbec found the new iron collection boxes broken and the contents removed.
George Washington Jr. tries to sell a horse with a claimed 2 15 trot. Prospective buyer asks about travelability and distance. The owner dodges the distance question, asserting the horse will trot as far as it can in 2 15.
Rev. P. S. Henson returns from vacation to Tremont Temple and announces resignation to take effect year end. Preparations begin for a reception honoring Father Pasquale de Milla of Our Lady of Pompeii after his Vatican visit and papal blessed rosaries.
The Italian Church in the North End marks the feast of St Michael the Archangel on the first Sunday in October. The St Michael Society will cooperate with the church to make the occasion memorable.
A playful scene shows a sister and her fiancé discovering Tommy under the sofa. He claims he is pretending to mend an automobile, denying that he is watching them, in a light family moment.
A kind old lady offers a gooseberry tart to Faded Fagin who jokes he is a settlement worker. He explains his duties as to "work" every settlement he visits, highlighting a humorous exchange about his occupation.
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