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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1911
Page
10
The Independent Democratic paper from Boston reports its 16 September 1911 edition details. The issue lists Post Publishing Co. at 259 Washington Street and announces No. 13 in Vol 208.
Daily one year set price six months 1.50 three months 0.75 one month 0.25. Sunday Post one year 3.00 six months 1.50 three months 0.75 two months 0.60 one month 0.30. Canada per copy. Entered second class matter at Boston MA. All money sent at sender’s risk. Cash checks drafts and money orders payable to Post Publishing Company. Subscriptions due in advance. notices on expiration. Editor E A Grozier.
The Mayor proposes Mr. Storrow for the Harbor Commission chair citing his proven business and executive skill and vision. The piece argues he would lead Boston and New England well, noting he is among qualified candidates and could assure public confidence if he accepts appointment.
The article warns that sugar costs three cents per pound higher than three months ago, fueling higher living costs. It cites short Cuban crops, European beet shortages, and a tariff-driven squeeze by the Sugar Trust, and questions President Taft about the issue.
The author argues for an immediate start on tariff reforms using the Tariff Board findings rather than delaying until Congress reopens in December. A September or October session is suggested to avoid presidential politics and focus on cost of living for the common people, urging Taft to shorten his tour and call Congress to act.
Twenty five state executives plan to present a joint protest to the U S Supreme Court against federal courts overruling state enactments and eroding state authority. The Minnesota rate case, Justice Sanborn, and intrastate versus interstate commerce are noted as pivotal factors shaping the public mood.
The passage notes governors and the public perceive a federal tendency to erode states rights. If states do not defend their authority, encroachment could grow. The stance is hardened, and future federal decisions in this contested area will be reviewed more carefully.
The proposed consolidation of park and recreation services should prioritize human development over landscape specialty. Free playgrounds and gymnasia set a standard, and public supporters led by Joseph Lee call for progress aligned with community needs.
The Massachusetts bench is praised for high intellect and moral progressiveness, regarded as humane and learned. The article credits Governor Foss for appointing Chief Justice on merit, arguing that the question of elected judges or recalls is not an issue while merit guides appointments.
Dr Thomas J Dillon of Roxbury returns to Boston after six months abroad with time in Ireland. Kenneth McManus, an 11 year old Dorchester youth, wins two races at Tenean Beach and is praised by Rose Pitonof. Boston elevated tracks crews grind rails by Adams House while crowds watch. Texan ad men inspire white hats, Torchester Avenue traffic is disrupted by repaving and conduits. St John Quinn hosts a banquet for Barney Foy at the Hotel Oxford with singers including Rheegan, McDevitt, Warner, Conway, and Herzog.
A fragmentary, dialect filled note recalls Uncle Bunk describing railroad folders with pictures for every biz, except the cinders. A sharp remark about a storekeeper busy with his mother in law. Lish Canner jokes about lightnin rods and old maids as attractive yet not enough light to go around.
A fragmented page mentions Mona Lisa and a playful line about a history milestone from 50 years ago. It includes brief items on bets, votes, football schedules, and a quip on coins and conductors. The tone is a sundry newspaper column of misc items and a campaign speech tease.
A quirky collection of spoof newspaper lines mocks overworked presses and sensational campaign literature. Notable items include The Cranberry Crop is Ruined and The Country Is Going to the Dogs, reflecting playful editions and exaggerated headlines.
Questions probe a white muslin speaker and the Curfew Shall Not recital, ask if Chauncey Depew remains alive, seek why batters drink after strikeouts, wonder about Doctor Cook, and note the fate of cuckoo clocks worldwide.
A playful list of quirky prompts appears like an old time newspaper cartoon gag. Items include a policeman with a six shoe, a pen from a post office that can write, a five cent cigar renamed, a pruneless boarding house, a Diaz Mexico return biograph, a silent hot water pipe, and an empty Park Street subway space at 5 30 p m.
The powerful figure admits poverty with $15,000,000 left, dismissing 50 butlers and eight chefs, dining on six courses for the first time. He laments foreclosed debts on the Atlantic, retention only of the Great Lakes and San Francisco Bay, and contemplates resignation from elite clubs as social status sinks.
A frugal Deacon Touse confronts a No Trespassing sign at Widow Clayton’s blueberry meadow. After a visit he accepts her pie and lemonade offering as heSample eats and chats, ending with an invitation to share more pies and berries. The scene blends village manners with sly courtship in a rural township.
In the Judges era a nomadic chief Sisera flees to Jael's tent pursued by Barak. Jael drives a tent peg through his skull, ending his tyranny and restoring peace as Barak discovers the fallen Canaanite general.
London Sept 14 The Anglo American conference on simplified spelling ended today. A joint report will be made to American and British societies. It approved two spelling systems and said they will be reconciled as a preliminary step toward adopting a reformed English spelling system.
The store promotes Genuine Lightning Glass Fruit Jars in 14 pints and quarts plus half-gallons with prompt shipments in any quantity. New rubbers for old jars and Glass Jelly Tumblers are offered. Also showcasing Crockery China and Glassware in several departments on the third floor.
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