Passion Play of 1910 Photographs at Oberammergau
The Boston Post presents official photographs from the world famous Passion Play shown every ten years by Oberammergau peasants. This installment depicts Simon of Cyrene bearing the cross and Veronica offering her handkerchief to Jesus, with the weeping women of Jerusalem in attendance. The series continues with a forthcoming image of the Crucifixion.
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Post Discontinues Subscribers for Nonpayment
Notices warn that subscriptions must be paid in advance or service will be discontinued without further notice. Readers are advised to inform the paper by mail if not receiving the Post regularly.
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Safer to go on wings than on wheels in August reports
An editorial contrasts aviation dangers with automobile wrecks, noting 17 deaths and 57 injuries from cars on public highways in August per the National Highway Protective Association. It remarks air travel has fewer incidents to date and implies air transport appears safer than ground travel.
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Tariff and Prices Debate Highlights Tax on Essentials
Congressman Peters counters Senator Lodge from Nantasket, arguing the Republican tariff raises prices on basic goods. He notes raw cotton inputs fell yet finished cotton goods and luxuries face higher duties, while cheap stockings tax at 8% and rich goods at 59% show the weight on the poor. He cites blankets clothing and shoes as examples of rising costs for ordinary Americans.
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OUR CANADIAN VISITORS
The 43d Regiment Duke of Cornwall's Own Rifles from Ottawa arrive in Boston this morning. The Fifth Regiment of Massachusetts militia will host them, underscoring fraternal ties between Canada and the United States and showcasing Boston as a summer city.
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Soldier visits boost goodwill and civic welcome
Citizens welcome soldiers in public streets and houses, valuing such visits as vital for international goodwill alongside formal government agreements. The piece emphasizes warm reception and the social importance of military presence abroad.
Light on Express Methods Promises IC C Investigation
The Interstate Commerce Commission gains power to regulate express firms under the railroad act. An October probe will examine express charges, alleged unlawful agreements, anti competitive actions, and other public interest issues as the commission vows real oversight.
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Speed the Aviators at Squantum Open Week of Flight
Boston’s Squantum becomes a leading aviation center with a week of air displays. Grahame-White opened the week with a handsome flight as pilots showcase daring maneuvers and a variety of aeroplanes, hoping for thrills without serious accidents and lasting fame for the new flying ground.
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New York Sets Up Domestic Relations Court for Family Disputes
The Domestic Relations Court aims to settle matrimonial and family differences that burden higher courts. It seeks reconciliation over litigation, handling cases of abandonment non support cruelty and child neglect, often directing admonition and conciliation rather than force. It follows Solomonic wisdom in its humane approach.
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The Hobble Skirt Question Not Seen in Real Life
The writer notes relentless attacks on the hobble skirt yet none have seen the garment in reality. Editors wonder why sermons and editorials assault a nonexistent fad, asking readers to show a true hobble skirt before further criticism.
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Maurice Ketten
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Advice on Bringing Up a Jaguar by Newton Newkirk
A humorous column features a reader letter about raising a South American jaguar and quirky advice on feeding and training. The piece blends satire with playful mock letters to a columnist, including musings on the Murph family and police life.
Letter from a grieving relative over family rejection
The writer laments being disowned by kin and appeals to Newton for fair judgment. He insists he is of honest parentage despite rumors from Murph about past sheep theft and promises to send a niceness of himself, praising his own appearance and tastes.
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Hair care musing on worry and style
A reflective aside argues that hair concerns should not cause brooding. The speaker minimizes personal vanity and encourages resilience in facing styling choices.
The Joy of Living Says Uncle Walt Mason
An early 20th century verse satirizes labor and thrift. It extols industry and warns against idleness, contrasting the toilers with loafers and urging readers to stay busy and productive. The poem, credited to Walt Mason in 1910, reflects social attitudes of the era.
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Randall Family Reunion at Providence in Fourth History Meet
The Randall Historical Association of America hosts a reunion at Columbia Hall Providence next Saturday with many Randall descendants and Roger Williams kin. Rev G A Smith of the American League of Colonial Families will outline plans. Program runs from 10 am registration to 2 pm papers 6 pm banquet. Officers listed: Aaron F Randall president William A Randall vice president Francis D Randall treasurer George Tu Randall secretary Charles P Randall secretary.
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