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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1918
Page
17
A historical verse by Patrick MacGil in Soldier Songs depicts artillery and trench warfare from a battery in a French landscape. It personifies guns from the 75mm and 9.2 inch to machine guns and howitzers, mixing chatter, blasts, and a rallying chorus as troops prepare to go over the top.
Readers of the Lost's Sewing Circle weigh in on money, romance, and fidelity before and after marriage. Advice urges early training of the husband in financial sharing, while another letter argues wives should stay true to their husbands and resist gifts from male friends. Beatr offers caution about accepting attention from other men to preserve matrimony.
Miss Agnes Small and others judge stories about spry New England elders for a prize program run by the Boston Post. The notice details entry rules, prizes, and publication rights, with a vivid portrait of Annie M. Stetson of Greenville Me as an example of a seasoned elder.
An 94 year old Bartlett resident, Andrew Colford, spry and healthy, took to farming last year producing 12 barrels of potatoes and various vegetables. He moved 400 miles to live with his son W J Colford in Bartlett last November and remains active with church, movies, and wood splitting when warm.
A vintage advertisement claims aramara is a superior complexion beautifier over soap and cold cream. It promises thorough cleansing, lighter skin, and fewer pores, with home delivery from Liggett's, Pilene's, or by mail from Herbert Roystone in New York.
Short snippets from New England readers praising elders and recalling wartime knitting. Includes Elsie Colford of Bartlett aged 10 and Mrs Drusilla Chadwick 82 of Weeks Mills. Chadwick lists wartime knitting: sweaters helmets socks hospital leggings wristlets mittens and mufflers.
Mrs Nancy Tracy marks her second birthday with a Friday reception from 2 to 6 pm at Edwards cottage Highland Avenue. The article praises her vitality, independence and active routines including knitting, rides to friends’ homes and attending Christian Science Church.
Mr. T. Watson of Windham Maine, despite being 89, remains spry and devoted to farming. He fought in the Civil War and supports the war effort today through a "war garden" and farm work, selling goods in town and writing farming articles for the village paper to fund thrift stamps bonds. Known as the "Helper," he stays active, healthy, and engaged in aiding country and friends while volunteering his time.
Poem fragment urges decisive action and total effort to prevail over oppression. The speaker calls for full power and unwavering resolve to redeem the hour and achieve triumph for the cause of right.
The excerpt notes Boston weather extreme figures for an April day, citing official highs and lows such as 7 above in 182 and 39 in 1882, with a warmest 81 degrees in 1897, and mentions rain or snow on this date in 1909 across the past 100 years.
A public appeal advocates buying government bonds as the most effective way for citizens to assist the state. The message emphasizes financial instrument use to back public funds and promote national stability.
A young man seeks guidance after two years of courting and a rival suitor. The advisor suggests openly declaring an engagement to solidify the couple’s future, prevent poachers, and address jealousy. If love endures, announce the tacit understanding to set clear expectations and protect the relationship.
A note endorses tossing petals to brides instead of rice to avoid ear or eye injuries. It then cautions motorists that drivers must focus on the road and refrain from talking to passengers while driving. Safe, moderate speeds and nonverbal guest comfort follow from responsible driving.
Birthday bio brief recalls William the Silent born in Nassau Salt wealth and lavish early life. He grew to detest Spanish rule and funded efforts to expel them. With his brother he plotted to expel the Spaniards under the Ghent treaty of 1516, marking his power peak. He was shot in his own home in 1584.
Small New England towns win the honor flag by purchasing their full bond quotas. Citizens are urged to participate and buy a bond to keep their city in the honor class.
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