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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1919
Page
18
The Patricia brings another boat load of our boys home yesterday as thousands arrive to a chorus of welcome at Commonwealth Pier. Each returning hero earns a special salute and a grand demonstration awaits their collective return on shore and to camp.
The report says General Aureliano Blanquet, recently landed to back Diaz in a revolt, was killed in a skirmish near Vera Cruz. His death follows earlier losses by Carranza opponents including Zapata, signaling another collapse of the rebellion and continued presidential strength.
Rear Admiral William S. Sims notes that submarines are not dangerous when patrolled by destroyers but become deadly in confrontation. He explains crew actions to escape and the crew’s grim fate after sinking. Records indicate 205 submarines sent to the bottom.
German newspapers and public figures denounce the proposed peace terms as unacceptable while praising President Wilson’s 14 points stance. Prince Lichnowsky argues against rejection, but the piece notes the belief that Germany could resume war if penalties are imposed.
The passage criticizes a statement by Lichnowsky claiming civilization harms women more than it helps. It argues the assertion is foolish and likely aimed at local readers, not a broad audience, and notes that statesmen recognize the flaw in the claim.
Premier Lloyd George rebukes European accusations that U S leaders opposed allies and that President Wilson split Europe. He denounces Northcliffe and anti Wilson propaganda as vanity and a crime harming world peace. The speech asserts U S Europe unity and condemns domestic efforts to blame Wilson for international tensions.
General Leonard Wood defends military courts martial while calling for reform. He urges thorough pretrial investigation and wider use of disciplinary measures such as withholding passes. He opposes transferring case review power from the President to the judge advocate general.
In April 1854 Commodore Perry secured a treaty with Japan ending its isolation and promising “perfect peace and cordial amity.” The move spurred feudal Japan’s abolition and rapid progress toward a modern state. The article warns against Versailles conference disagreements jeopardizing these international ties but expresses hope Japan will honor its pledge.
The Boston music scene faces regret as Henri Rabaud retires from leading the Boston Symphony Orchestra after a season of distinguished conductorship. He arrived with little fanfare and quickly established himself as a capable maestro reflecting a high standard of performance.
The passage notes the departing conductor's fine musicianship and broad orchestral grasp. It praises his tenure as very satisfying and says M. Monteaux will be a worthy successor. Monteaux impressed during a brief fall leadership and Boston critics rated him highly despite limited New York opportunities.
At a Victory Loan event in New York Admiral Sims urged Americans to buy bonds, praising the nation's war efforts and the sacrifices of service members. He argued for a $4.5 billion loan at a high rate of interest, urging citizens to “dig down” to save financial honor and finish the work begun by servicemen.
A record breaking season for Boston newspapers with the Boston Post leading by extending to 32 pages in one run. The Post and rivals like the Boston Herald and Boston Globe show high page counts and ads while production limits were reached.
Dr. Otto Bauer edits the Vienna Arbeiter Zeitung as premier and foreign minister. Anthony Zmetana, first Lithuanian president, born in Shauliai. J L Ackerson leads Emergency Fleet Corporation, born 1881 in Michigan. Misaly Gellert, Hungarian-born American hotelier, declined Hungarian hotel management. Captain Bartenback praises U boats and mines. Mer O'Hern, papal envoy, carries pallium for Archbishop Dennis J. of New York. three American cardinals attend ceremonies.
A motivational piece urges readers to stock daily courage for emergencies, likening life to a battlefield where grit keeps you moving. It warns defeat starts in the mind and calls for conserving courage to act rather than preach, imprinting a can-do, over-the-top mindset.
A veteran angler named William Hawley hookups a 50-foot whale on a six-ounce rod off Long Beach California. He panics, drops rod, and falls backward into the boat, then rows to shore. The piece mocks his quitter stance and praises whale fishing as the ultimate sport with multiple whales to feed a family.
A color drawing depicts how the 26th Division of New England members hold back the Hun. It will be featured in the big 26th Division souvenir section of next Sunday Boston Sunday Post.
The text notes heavy drinking among Danes during their era of power and more restrained yet riotous behavior among Normans. It recounts drinking rituals of sea rovers, royal excesses of kings like Hardicanute, and mentions beer mead wine and ale prices, with punishments for riotous conduct by nobles and commoners alike.
Observant Citizen notes sugar policy changes on hot cross buns, rising sun at 6 during summer time, and a wave of chop suey eateries in Boston. Letters discuss frogs versus toads, a naval conversion vote, and local colonial architecture restoration plans in Lenox.
Etiquette column by Miss Alice Stuart discusses the age a girl must be to bear the title Miss on her calling cards. The piece offers social guidance on recognition, respectability, and when refinement warrants formal address.
A reader asks if a girl is ever too young to be called Miss and who pays at a dance. The advice says a young man should pay his own ticket and usually for the lady’s ticket too. For signing letters, place full name and address on the envelope, either on the back or upper left corner.
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