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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1904
Page
6
The remark notes that he “square himself” was not humiliating by logic, since his intent was sound though the execution blundered. It frames the act as misguided rather than demeaning, highlighting a flawed but honest effort.
A fragment from Newton Newkirk pieces features flirtatious verse with a card game metaphor where hearts trump clubs and a hopeful declaration of parting with a heart. It ends with a satirical note on a Russian royalty rumor and social commentary on character over deeds.
The notice lists daily subscription prices at $3.00 per year, $1.50 for six months, $0.75 for three months, and $0.25 per month. The Sunday Post offers $2.50 yearly, $1.25 for six months, and $0.65 for three months. The item notes address changes, mailing terms, and payment methods.
Editorial rooms list and Boston offices appear with subscription policy. The Boston Post is available at leading New York hotels and through news dealers. Subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued on expiration without notice.
The article notes very light primary voter turnout, suggesting voters were content with expected nominees. In Boston's tenth district McNary won the Democratic endorsement while O Connell showed strong performance. In the eleventh district Foss led a four-man Republican field by about 700 in a 5500 vote total. Further caucuses are planned in many cities and towns to resolve Republican candidacies.
Special Justice Phelps of the Lee Police Court faces possible jail and fine as he fines Hugh Gurney, secretary of the British legation, 25 dollars for auto searching and 25 dollars for insolence. The article praises the judge’s stance for Massachusetts sovereignty while predicting apologies and limited consequences.
The piece discusses George Meredith’s proposal for limited term marriages or contracts that end after a set period with child support guaranteed by the state. It notes New York’s six month common law marriage framework and compares it to Meredith’s idea, arguing the practice exists in effect already in the United States.
The piece argues Governor Wright’s complaint about U S talk of Philippine independence is a political ploy to influence the McKinley era campaign. It notes past Washington reports used in campaigns and warns that calls for pacification were linked to insurrection and future slaughter.
The Maine potato crop is described as the biggest in years from Aroostook to Caribou. Harvests are unmatched in quality and quantity with bins overflowing and farms set to pay off mortgages as the nation’s food supply feels secure.
Boston Fusiliers aid Amoskeag Veterans in Manchester New Hampshire as they begin a two day 50th anniversary celebration with delegations from the Fusilier Veteran Association of Boston Worcester Continentals Governor's Foot Guard of Hartford Putnam Phalanx Old Guard of New York and the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston. Governor Bach elder will attend a banquet tonight.
The Vatican girds for the jubilee of the Immaculate Conception with bishops from around the world headed by Charles E. McDonnell bishop of Brooklyn. The American delegation includes the largest pilgrimage from the United States and most pastors of Brooklyn will attend or send representatives.
Washington dispatch reports Rear Admiral W. Terry has been detached from command of the naval station in Honolulu Hawaii and ordered home to await further orders.
The military court in Huntsville found the Montgomery military company inefficient for failing to protect Horace Maples from a mob on September 7. Acting Governor Cunningham approved the findings, and the unit will be mustered out of service.
A letter to the Post argues a brighter front lamp on electric cars could have prevented the Melrose dynamite track disaster. The writer says a 50 yard view would improve night safety and reassure the traveling public.
A fragmented perceptual poem excerpt praises a beloved with celestial imagery and lush, playful metaphors. The note places the verse in Dorchester and attributes it to Alice Stone Blackwell, though the source text is an Armenian-labeled 15th century homage translated or referenced by Nahabed Foutchak.
Observations detail Miss Helen M. Gould's broad appeal in Boston with soldiers and railroad men. Wright Lorimer rises in American theatre, and Edward Mackay forms a long friendship with him. Various local items include Hemispheric travel, Marlboro promenade customs, Newton Club guests, and a Melrose catastrophe survivor.
Percy Stout-Gracious and Freddy Slender discuss a scheme to placate Mr. Groucher by bringing their own lighting material to save gas. The exchange hints at a quirky plan in a small-town setting.
New York reports a son and heir born to William Astor Chanler on a Saturday. Both mother and boy are doing well. Mrs. Chanler, formerly Minnie Ashley, the musical comedy actress, was married to Chanler in December 1903.
Among yesterday's Ivernia passengers was Count Albert Apponyi a leading Hungarian figure returning home with 15 countrymen after attending the tentative conference in St Louis.
A Boston delegation led by Dr. J. G. Green met Count Apponyi in his stateroom shortly after arrival. The group urged Hungarians to stay home and build a republic modeled on the United States with Apponyi as its first official head. The count thanked them and introduced his party to locals.
Bob Marr faced eviction and hunger in Chicago after a spree drained his cash and clothes. He bought soap and wrapping paper on trust, cut the soap into squares, wrapped them, and carried them on a quest through the residential streets to survive the frosty late November day.
Fond mother asks about Edwin's ragged appearance and dirt. Edwin explains a new pupil arrived at school, stirring intrigue and concern in the household.
The gift totaling 25000 in cash stocks and real estate from N B Basch of the Ancients marked the marriage of Miss Ray Basch to Leo Goldman at the bride's Springfield Street home last night. The groom presented a diamond brooch. Over 400 Hebrew leaders attended and Rabbi Wolkowitz performed the ceremony. The couple plan a six week visit to St Louis and three weeks in San Francisco before touring the continent and settling in Roxbury.
An 80 year old looking younger man asks if it is proper to propose after a brief summer courtship with a 20 year old visitor from Connecticut. A correspondent advises waiting until he knows her home and family, and to ensure he can provide a comfortable home before proposing if the love is mutual.
A young woman asks whether to write or wait after a misunderstanding with a boyfriend four years her senior. The adviser urges meeting in person to reconcile, arguing that lovers who truly care should meet halfway and not let the issue fester.
A letter asks if longing for companionship after a long lost wife is disloyal to memory. The writer, signing as PROSPERO, pleads for guidance on whether to pursue natural affection or crush it, noting the impact of losing a spouse and the desire for living companionship.
A brisk peddler markets Marr's Magical Cleanser with a slick pitch, converting an 8 cent soap into sixteen cakes and selling to housewives for 25 cents each. He exits the day a bloated capitalist with $6.25, meals, rent, and a few extra cakes bought with cash, while paying his grocer.
A young woman asks whether to marry a man against her parents will after five years together. The advisor argues against breaking up after a loving partner with no bad habits, suggesting parental consent isn’t required if the man can provide and loves her.
Naples reports Mt. Vesuvius eruption has subsided with ejecta limited to 150 feet. Public restrictions eased and ascent permitted. The funicular is damaged and will take about three months to repair while visitors climb in sedan chairs. Many American tourists are visiting to view the volcano.
At a luncheon in Washington the President and Mrs Roosevelt entertained Secretary Taft, Attorney General Moody, Senator Alger of Michigan and J. C. Rose.
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