The Post in Vacation Time
The Boston Post outlines vacation mail terms and rates for Daily and Sunday editions. It notes periodical postal handling options to U S and foreign addresses and provides subscription and payment details, along with contact and office information.
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French aid and German release pledges amid neutrality stance
Ambassador Herrick reports France has placed several millions in gold at the American embassy in Paris for immediate relief of Americans. Germany responds to U S pressure by saying Americans will soon be freed to leave, marking friendly acts that underscore a cautious neutrality.
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Absenteeism in Congress Frustrates Republicans in Washington
The Boston Advertiser reports many Republican Senators are absent, hindering fights against Democratic measures and delaying crucial congressional business. Eighteen Senators, about half the party, are away, with critics demanding accountability and noting the public pays them to attend to duty.
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Rutland marks 200th anniversary with church services and statewide events
The Rutland town in Worcester county observes its 200th year with religious services at the historic church, public addresses by Governor and officials, street pageants, family reunions, and a public dinner and ball. The article notes Rutland’s Meeting House built in 1720 and Rufus Putnam’s role in early conflicts.
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The Struggle at Liege in the Great War
The article reports on Liege as the main military focus in Europe noting German forces attack the Belgian forts. German losses are cited while Paris reports breakthroughs. It discusses whether Liege is a feint and the risk of a larger German advance toward France. French reinforcement is implied as crucial.
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A GOOD AMERICAN Roosevelt Pledges Support for Wilson
Colonel Roosevelt in talks with New York Progressive leaders says he will act as an American citizen during the European war crisis and work with any public man, servant, or private citizen as needed. The remark signals his backing of President Wilson without naming individuals.
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Roosevelt's Manly Stand Criticizes U S Critics
The passage lauds citizens who act in good faith to ensure the United States endures the crisis with honor and to aid peace and justice for all nations. It credits Roosevelt with a rebuke of a few critics of the President through a display of assertive national resolve.
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The President's Loss
The public shares sorrow with President Wilson at the death of his wife. Though grief weighed heavily, he continued duty with quiet strength. The nation offers sympathy, valuing the people's regard over title or power at this dark hour.
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Wireless neutrality under modern war and German stations
The article notes wireless telegraphy transforms warfare and questions neutrality when German controlled stations at Tuckerton New Jersey and Sayville Long Island allegedly relay code messages to German cruisers off the U S coast. It discusses potential neutrality violations under President Wilson's policy and the international implications.
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Bull Swims the Foyle at Derry
A bull broke from a cattle drive near the Guildhall in Derry and swam the Foyle toward Waterside. Spectators followed as the animal crossed about half a mile, reaching St Columba's Point where it quickly returned to the herd after being herded along the Midland railway.
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Town swept by cyclone inspires quick quip
Mr Wiggins recalls an American cyclone that reportedly wiped out a town in a minute while Mrs Wiggins jokes about Mary Ann taking thirty minutes to sweep their steps.
Newton Newkirk and Colyum Feud Over Verses
In a feisty exchange, C Gar Box and Carol Vox clash with Newton Newkirk over verse in the Colyum. Accusations include heavy handedness and mockery as both sides spar in a humorous, jesting note about writing and dining together.
Umbrella Theft Sparks Glum Speech on Penalty
A West judge fines a man 75 for stealing an umbrella, provoking a tongue in cheek column about umbrella theft. The narrator recounts personal misadventures with stolen and misused umbrellas and humorous exchanges.
Moon visible only at night, observatory tale recalls Dunsink
Sir Robert Ball recounts a visitor who doubted the telescope saying he could see the moon now. Ball invites him to the observatory tonight, noting the instrument truly reveals the moon only under night conditions.
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Dream Sign Joke Between Milly And Billy
Billy asks Milly about signs and a dream predicting love. Milly replies the dream proves nothing other than his dreaming. The exchange plays on humor about signs and romance.
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Williamstown and Graylock: Berkshire landscapes and the college town
The Berkshire region offers sublime scenery from Graylock summit to Williamstown. An observer notes rolling hills, woodland roads, and village greens with white steeples, while Williamstown’s college town charm is enhanced by Garfield and Hopkins figures.
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Edith Andrew among Bostonians stranded in Paris war start
The column notes Edith Andrew daughter of Governor John A. Andrew remains in Paris unable to secure passage home. Her attorney in Boston sent $1000 by letter of credit after difficulties. The item also covers war mood in Boston and other local curiosities.
Dawn of a Maiden’s Smile in Morning’s Song
Imaginative verse recalls a sunny world where love, courage, and youth renew hope. A maiden’s eyes lift spirits as fields glow with gold, battles fade, and the heart erupts in musical, bubbling joy.
Town dogs need relief from thirst, Uncle Walt laments
Walt Mason urges towns to provide dog friendly lemonade troughs to prevent mistaking thirsty dogs as mad. He argues most are distressed rather than mad and proposes humane relief for canines to spare them and the town from mob violence.
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Protest to Wilson by American Merchant Marine Association
The Boston office of the American Merchant Marine Association protests against allowing aliens with U S licenses to obtain American licenses without full citizenship. The group urges a proper inquiry to find qualified American citizens to man ships under the U S flag and warns of job losses for licensed mariners.
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Semetic Language Professor Is Dead in London
Roger Francis Harper, professor of Semitic languages at the University of Chicago and author on Assyrian and Babylonian literature, has died in London. He was brother of the late Dr. William R. Harper, former University of Chicago president.
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Dear Miss Champagne Delicate Advice on Love and Truth
A 20 year old asks if a girlfriend's teasing affection and a rival overnighter signal true love or merely thrills. The writer urges recognizing real commitment over sentiment and warns the seeker to drop a poor life partner rather than endure ongoing disappointment.
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