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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1914
Page
16
The speaker asserts the importance of maintaining neutrality as the belligerents’ ships are fitted out and stationed harbors. It is noted that the United States remains at peace with all nations involved and urges strict observance of neutrality by all parties.
Editorial rhyme war erupts as Newton Newkirk laments C Gar Box and mocks rival scribes including Bertie Bertram Leander Leghorn John Devine Inflater and Daffy Howes. The piece promises a verbal battle that may end with the destruction of C Gar Box.
A Boston reader describes confusion at the parcel post window as patrons and staff struggle with the new rules. The writer notes ignorance among customers and the clerk trying to help amid a busy line.
A Boston reader recalls parcel post embarrassments at the window with people trying to ship a piano a dog furniture or a sailboat while others report a record blueberry harvest on Cape Cod with daily shipments and rental of fruit to Boston buyers. The piece also notes local officials scholars and retirees including judges and railroad workers coping with wartime travel and vacation constraints.
Subscription and postage rates for Daily and Sunday issues are listed for U S Canada and foreign editions. Notices show vacation mail options and address changes with prices for monthly and yearly plans and special rates for Canada and Boston postal district.
The piece argues that rampant armaments prove nothing about peace, noting Europe is more armed than ever yet faces broader war risks. It questions whether disarmament would lessen consequences of conflict and challenges the belief that big armies guarantee safety.
President Wilson acts as intermediary in the West guiding a peaceful resolution to a rail labor dispute. The conference calmed a potential nationwide calamity as 55 000 engineers and firemen clashed with 95 railroads over wages and hours. The president urged sacrifice for public welfare.
The Kronprinzessin Cecilie arrives at Bar Harbor after a fruitless sea search by French warships for it. The German crew finds refuge in the harbor with $10.6 million in gold carried aboard, likely to return to New York bankers and stay in the sub-treasury for now.
The article notes President Wilson's neutrality proclamation as timely under international law. It warns that no one may enlist or hire others to enlist in the belligerents, and that only transients from belligerent nations within the United States may be involved. It emphasizes careful study of these provisions by all citizens.
Britain declares war on Germany after its refusal to respect Belgian neutrality. The world faces a colossal military clash among three allied powers and two, with Russia and France opposing Germany. The author hopes for a swift, decisive end to the greatest war in modern history.
An editorial argues for leveraging U S coastwise steamers and purchasing foreign ships to sustain transatlantic commerce amid European war. It cites the London Declaration of 1909 and notes large neutral tonnages in Norway Sweden Denmark Holland Italy and Spain. It urges liberal navigation authority under the President while avoiding actions that drag the U S into Europe’s conflict.
A playful beach banter frames Celeste with Clarence Piffleton. The lovers are described in a humorous, biting exchange about appearances and propriety. The dialogue notes Celeste in a cerise bathing suit with Clarence looking seasick as onlookers comment on his awkward limbs.
Yesterday marked the 1th anniversary of the United States Revenue Cutter Service founded after the 1790 act signed by President George Washington. The milestone recalls the service's early beginnings and long maritime role.
Funeral services for Cornelius H. Buckley 48 high chief ranger of the M C O F are held this morning at 29 Newport Street Dorchester after his sudden death from acute indigestion at Brant Rock. He leaves a wife and three daughters.
Supervisors describe a new eight story annex near the corner of Washington and East Newton streets now roofed. By mid October the building will include a dining room for 750, a recreation room with 5000 square feet, 26 private parlors, 850 dormitory rooms, elevators and a roof garden. Skippers report whales along the south shore this summer and vacationers enjoy watching them. Cape Cod Bay excursions draw crowds as a large whale is sighted this year and mackerel are plentiful in the bay.
Governor Walsh spoke on state campaign strategy at a lengthy conference yesterday afternoon. Attending were State Chairman O Leary and other state ticket members, with Lt Governor Barry, Secretary of State Donahue, State Treasurer Mensfield, State Auditor Pope, and Attorney General Boynton present.
Clifford R. Gordon was fined 25 dollars in Boston municipal court for driving a horse unfit for service. The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals filed the complaint.
A 1914 poem praising the child as a beam of joy guiding adults and teaching the wise. It speaks of courage, hope, and delight beyond money, describing the child as a source of cheer and strength through dark times.
A 1914 Mason verse urges readers to value health and adaptability as the world changes. It warns that clinging to the past invites being replaced by younger workers, while forward thinking preserves strength and value in aging.
A reader asks about marrying a widow who helped care for his child. The columnist urges marrying for love, not to repay a debt or to secure a nanny. If he loves a younger woman, age should not dictate the choice, and caretaking can be hired without marriage.
Fashion trends show long coats in favor and satin leading among silken goods. Tasselled trimmings return, two or three tiered skirts persist, broad-brimmed hats reappear, and white gowns appear in voile crepon batiste organdie swiss or sheer linen. Silk and wool crepe de chine tops blouses with a midsummer vogue for black velvet bodices and smocked details on soft crepe de chine.
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