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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1912
Page
14
A lively reminiscence describes the jam at Boston quick lunch counters where patrons jostle for seats. The narrator recalls elbow clashes, crowded stools, and a chaotic scramble to snag a spot before others, with comic misadventures over space and tiny grievances.
The photograph shows Smith College buildings as the campus opens its 48th year with over 500 new students and 1700 total. stories recount Sophia Smith and Mary Lyon as founders, the college’s rapid rise, and yearly rituals such as the October countryside excursion, freshmen-sophomore reception, junior prom, and senior Shakespeare play drawing large female audiences.
An assorted collection of campus notes and literary outpourings follows a humorous exchange about missing cheese and cold coffee. The piece weaves in nostalgic verse recalling springtime romance and vows to remain united through future seasons.
The Boston Post lists subscription costs for daily and Sunday editions in 1912, with prices for various durations and a special Canadian and foreign copy rate. It includes mailing notes, return instructions, and publisher contact details.
The Boston Post announces possession of the largest newspaper printing plant in New England and the world’s largest press, under the leadership of Robert Hoe and R. Hoe & Co.
Army officers balk at aviation assignments arguing danger warrants higher pay. Fatalities among aviators abroad and at home are common. Germany has raised wages for army airmen and set a pension system for families. the U S should mirror such measures.
Bird questions Governor Wilson’s entitlement to public confidence arguing his stance on social welfare and labor criticism shows ignorance of civilization trends. Cornelius Ford of the State Federation of Labor and W B Wilson of the United Mine Workers confirm Wilson’s pro labor record.
The Moose organ in Boston challenges the Post’s estimate of Progressive absence from the Massachusetts primary. It claims 250000 of 450000 eligible voters stayed home by Bull Moose leaders’ wishes, implying a 447622 potential total and a strong November showing. Newspapers on November 6 will answer.
Washington reviews organization of the parcels post with a special five city committee led by Boston Postmaster Mansfield. Officials discuss warehouses delivery vehicles receptacles street boxes and carrier instruction as the government begins a new line of business lacking proper equipment.
The governor arrives in Boston today as a key Democratic figure and advocate of sanely progressive policies. The piece lauds his intellectual force and notable accomplishments for the people, noting the event hinges on his distinguished leadership.
A year after the Mona Lisa vanished from the Louvre rumors spread that the renowned portrait hangs in a private St Petersburg gallery. The report lacks confirmation and stresses the artwork's unique value and impossibility of sale, noting only a ransom motive would apply.
The passage extols a leading candidate as lacking private flaws and avoiding shady ascent. The Governor’s Tremont Temple address in Boston will engage citizens with a sharp, clear critique of key political issues affecting the nation.
A reader explains how removing beef tariffs would lower prices. With no duty, Argentina Australia and Canada would supply beef, forcing the meat trust to cut prices, as in England. The 1910 Massachusetts study cited by Lt. Gov Luce supports tariff repeal as relief for consumers.
Delegates from major nations concluded the world congress with strong support for international peace. Advocating trade and finance unity, the assembly endorsed a World Peace Court and lauded Boston as the host city for fostering global fraternity.
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