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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1917
Page
11
The Sunday Post reports higher actual sales for both daily and Sunday editions despite the No Return rule. The Boston Post credits readers newsdealers and newsboys for their cooperation in achieving this notable success amid shortages and FTC pressure.
James Churchill estimates New York cabaret diners and lobster palace operators spend about 709 million yearly to run the business. He itemizes rent 40 million license taxes 30.675 million payroll 175.75 million supplies 327 million. Reuent figures suggest regulars add roughly 50 percent more, totaling about 1.064 billion. He says high living comes high and calls for less of it.
The passage lauds Richard Olney as a virtuous American citizen and legal leader from Massachusetts. It highlights his roles as Attorney General under Cleveland defending the income tax, upholding U S authority during the Debs rebellion, and as Secretary of State guiding the Monroe Doctrine dispute with Great Britain. His legacy is framed as a history making record of principle and international restraint.
A tribute characterizes him as a true American and an exemplar of the highest and best in citizenship, celebrated for public spirit and integrity.
The piece argues Cuba Brazil Chile Guatemala and Nicaragua should ally with the United States against Germany. It highlights moral force of a regional coalition and benefits like free ports and a southern border ally, urging a united front to end absolutism and savagery.
The Rockefeller Foundation funds a new New York hospital to spread the Carrel Dakin method and train American surgeons in infected wound treatment. Groups of student surgeons will spend at least four weeks learning application and outcomes, with a portable military unit feasibility tested.
Berlin reports direct and secret election of deputies in Prussia under an order from Emperor William to Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg. He claims the people’s deeds leave no room for class-based elections and calls reform of the Prussian Diet dear to his heart, while noting decades of autocratic restraint. The push follows influence from the Russian revolution and President Wilson’s recent address.
Austria severed diplomatic ties with the United States in a move tied to World War I alignments. The article notes this departure was expected after the U.S. declared war on Germany, and that no war would be declared unless Austria itself commits acts of war, with the U.S. prepared to accept a gage of battle if Austria declares first.
Weather notes recount Boston dates of extreme cold and heat. The coldest April 10 in memory reached 27 degrees above zero in 1885 and 1900, with 28 in 1882 as a near cold record. Warmest 80 degrees in 1887 followed by 74 in 1883. Rain or snow occurred on this date in 17 and 1908.
A collage of reader notes and quips from All Sorters including a mock classified ad about cow pups misread as calves and a playful exchange about submarines and Rowley Navy Yard. The piece preserves local tone and features names from Boston and nearby towns.
An analysis of the Panama Canal’s vast outlay reveals total costs around 375 million dollars including prior French expenditures. It notes toll revenues, wartime disruptions, and Goethals era efficiency gains while comparing to Suez Kiel and Manchester canals and Erie east.
The Observant Citizen notes a harsh Boston area winter with February temperatures well below average. It reports on ex mayor Samuel Green receiving a Civil War song from Charles H. Miller and praises Miss Charlotte Adams for her long teaching career.
A guide on politeness to salespeople as a sign of good breeding urges readers to be courteous. It notes proper behavior including keeping gloves on and fastened when leaving the house and entering public view, and finishing one's toilet before going out.
President Wilson’s telegram to King George V dated April 9 1917 expresses gratitude for the king’s eloquent message. He cites unity among free peoples defending independence and human rights and thanks the British monarch on behalf of the American people and government.
Poem reflection on faith and hope amid trials and questions of right and wrong. The speaker recalls childhood prayer at a mother's knee as a source of simple faith that frees and sustains.
Rumors say long kid gloves will dominate formal wear. Wool embroidery trims organdic frocks while Japanese embroideries appear on jersey silk sport coats. Bead girdles decorate straight frocks and Irish lace graces afternoon gowns. Georgette crepe with liberty satin bands features in trims. High collars use embroidered wool with laced front eyelets.
Practical home tips on rug repair stocking darning dish cleaning copper polishing and avoiding onion odor. The note from M. I. Humphrey at 47 Berkeley Street Lawrence adds a sequence of everyday methods.
Two boys plot to prank their teacher Miss Marjorie B by sending a fake love letter signed Richard M. The plan backfires when Miss B, elated by a non existent admirer, welcomes a real suitor, Richard, who returns from the West and reveals his love. The boys decay from glee to disappointment as the double deception collapses.
Lieutenant Mark A. Smith announced in Chicago that German descent youths enlist at higher rates than any other non American nationality, reflecting a notable recruitment trend during the period. The Marine Corps recruiting drive targets young men amid wartime tensions and shifting demographics.
Biographical brief announces April 10 1827 as the birth date of Lew Wallace in Brookville Indiana. The snippet notes his later prominence and origin without detailing further milestones.
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