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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1918
Page
10
The report hails General Sandeman Carey for holding the gap between the Third and Fifth British armies during a critical German attack. He organized a hastily assembled force of engineers and sappers who repelled the advance, preventing a potential disaster. Carey, noted as a Boer War field artillery commander, gains lasting distinction from this effort.
Allied leaders including Lord Rhondda the British food controller and officials from France and Italy express gratitude for the U.S. wheat conservation efforts. Cables praise self-sacrifice and resolve as helpful measures, noting gratitude from the Italian people amid privation and a willingness to endure dietary changes.
The 1904 unveiling of the Frederick the Great statue before the War Department prompted President Theodore Roosevelt to deliver a warm acceptance address. He praised Kaiser Wilhelm II, describing him as dedicated to his people's welfare and to peace, a view later questioned as shifting sentiments emerge around the statue’s history and its removal from the pedestal.
An independent nation was among the first to enter into a commercial treaty with the new republic, signaling early diplomatic and economic ties and cooperation between the two states.
A citizens appeal frames Liberty Loans as a duty of all Americans. It explains bonds offer 4.25 percent annual interest for 10 years, with full return of principal, and easy market resale. It argues government and soldiers protect liberty, while civilians fund the effort and benefit from a safe return.
A letter from Charles Diez of the Emergency Fleet Corporation to W C Hunneman discusses tug and barge shortages for Boston and New England. It states contracts for sufficient tugs have been placed and steps will be taken to remedy any barge scarcity, suggesting improved transportation next winter.
The royal warrant shifts British army promotions to selection over seniority, seen as a democratic reform. It may upset older officers while rewarding capable young leaders, mirroring past U S Navy reforms. The piece also notes Liberty Bonds as protection against invasion rather than charity.
A fragmentary note recalls Newton Newkirk blaming a fickle spring as cold winds return. The speaker plans to dig up winter clothes after a bluff of warm weather, noting chills that creep along the spine and legs and promising to keep a coat handy.
A thoughtful aphorism urges fewer faults found in others and more effort spent on self improvement. It presents a timeless reminder that introspection yields personal growth rather than blame.
Fragmented satirical piece by Dr E J Melville recounts Napoleon Gomo's wife Rosy Marie in a chaotic Vermont home. The narrator describes domestic turmoil with language mix, a storm scene, and comic misunderstandings about household life and a dresser. The piece ends with a humorous aside about defining garments and sexual innuendo.
The column recalls Hock tide on Monday and Tuesday after the second Sunday post Master, recounting ancient customs of captive brides and ransom money. It mentions a historic April snow in 1874 of 27.38 inches, compares it to lighter current snow, and notes spring buds and maple trees at Arnold Arboretum. It also reports on John J. Connolly’s appointment as sub-master at Henry B. Pierce School and Civil War era reflections on German subs.
The quote argues against delaying Liberty Bond purchases due to cost, asserting that waiting for affordable bonds would prevent anyone from buying new clothes or supporting the war effort. It frames duty and sacrifice as immediate requirements.
The Rev. Robert Ellsworth takes over as pastor of Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church Arlington succeeding Rev. Garfield Morgan who departed last week for Toronto to join the Canadian overseas regiment as a private and began his duties yesterday.
The United States is the gasolene reservoir of the world with seven tenths of all petroleum from U S wells. Oklahoma and California lead domestic production, Spin dle Top discovery sparked Texas oil boom, yielding over 30 million barrels in four years. The piece argues U S petroleum suffices for its war needs and allies.
Miss Mills suspects Violet is lonely and invites her to tea. Violet injures her ankle, guiding Jack Terry to intervene with a doctor and nourishment. Violet recovers with Jack by her side, and she blooms with daisies placed in his buttonhole as they ride together.
The speaker admits many past faults and thefts and vows a change of heart however mockingly notes that some blame and gossip surround him. He recalls escapades from town to town, including petty thefts and being pursued, yet defends the idea that no man has perfect virtue.
Franklin Jones urges citizens to support the war through money, bonds, work, and steadfast loyalty. He outlines four bullets: money bullets via government bonds, work bullets for government tasks, and word bullets to express loyal support daily, aiming to inspire enemies and reassure allies.
He could stand this no longer and grasped Violet, the best flower in the world, in his arms, asking frantically if she would marry him. He released Violet, who was gasping for breath. We will let the curtain down over the rest that followed, but later, as Miss Mills looked over at the empty desk, she thought, 'Another one gone for the same purpose,' and she noticed that her employer had cast away his gloomy face for one of smiles.
A Bostonian writes letters to the editor seeking answers about women’s study at Oxford and Cambridge, Irish county size and total population, US foreign-born residents, and the recurring Boylston street name in Boston. The exchange cites Whitaker’s Almanac 1918 for Ireland figures and notes a 13.5 million foreign-born U.S. population.
The Boylston family is highlighted for benevolence and public service. Dr Zabdiel Boylston introduced inoculation to America and died in 1766. Ward Nicholas Boylston later donated Boylston Hall to Harvard in 1857.
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