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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1917
Page
10
The Boston Post issue dated August 2 1917 from Boston Massachusetts features early 20th century news briefs. This fragmentary page shows the paper’s masthead and address with no readable article content remaining.
A heroic quotation by Paul Shivell about building the future through today’s struggle. It extols brave deeds by men and women and inspires pride in the next generation.
The piece wonders why the Post would prefer Leonard Wood as commander for troops in France, noting a prior public endorsement of the colonel and criticizing the shift in names. The author argues against singling out Wood as the top choice.
The local paper condemns the ban ditchry in Heston and its neighborhood as multiple serious property crimes occur within three days. It urges swift police pursuit and the arrest of the robbers, noting murder did not accompany the incidents and stressing the need to prevent further offenses.
The piece notes a threatened strike by Northwest construction workers and harvest hands led by the I W W, seen as a national menace. Military authority moves to stop its orders, with arrests in Spokane of anti military leaders and suppression of public aid, highlighting an anomalous situation.
The passage notes that farmers and other agricultural and horticultural interests have formed organizations for mutual protection and resist Prussian influence. It argues that Washington should supply authority to suppress interference and safeguard these efforts.
The editorial argues aliens registered under the national army law should be required to contribute to the war effort either by joining Allied or U S forces. It cites unfair labor protections favoring aliens and calls for fairness, urging action to require aliens to bear the same burdens as American citizens.
Readers are urged to donate to a relief fund for the dependents of dead Province and town fishermen. The note praises the fishermen’s hard work and calls for donations to John J. Martin at Exchange Trust Company Boston or to the Post, with acknowledgments to be published.
In wartime shifts and amalgamations among State National Guards stir feelings. General Edwards says the National Guards regulars and drafted soldiers form a national army, and everyone must play the national game with courage and little complaint as rules may be harsh.
Weather notes recall high and low temperatures in Boston for August 23 across years 1880 to 1916. Rainfall is listed in several years including 1902 1906 1912 1913 1915 and 1916.
A witty column retorts to a reader’s bizarre questions about paint shapes and colors. The columnist ridicules the letter writer William for asking about square round and three cornered paints and warns others about similar inquiries.
A humorous, barbed letter exchange mocks Helene about hair and eye color. The writer jeers bald rumors, offers to mail a hair lock, and presses for personal details such as hair hue and physical traits as part of a flirtatious correspondence.
The Observant Citizen shares anecdotes from wartime era including a 40 year old chef turned down by Uncle Sam, women drivers tested for licenses, relics like Civil War hard tack and coral, and praise for Boy Scouts aiding veterans. It also notes a new US Shipping flag design and honors elderly veterans such as James I Sargent.
A group led by Jen and narrator stage a light musical on Aunt Hattie's lawn to support the Hospital Unit of Company D. Aunt Hattie, initially reluctant, joins the cast after persuasion and sings in a successful two night performance that funds the unit. She plans a fall wedding with Billings and joins social ventures with renewed vigor.
Captain J. Leo Molloy formerly of the Ninth Regiment spoke at a rally held by the Flin Hill committee of the IX, C. to swell the 3,000,000 fund for establishing Red Cross stations at concentration camps. Tomorrow speakers include Peter W. Collins and Damon E. Hall.
A travel sketch extols the Gota Canal from Gothenburg to Stockholm as a calm escape. It notes 58 locks including 11 at Trollhattan lifting 108 feet, 9000 vessels per year, and scenic varied waterways with ferries and lakes. The voyage spans about two and a half days over 360 miles with many halting towns.
An etiquette guide notes guests should not reveal private hotel matters after leaving a home. It explains ordering at restaurants, advising on a la carte versus table d hote service and how to handle dessert when unsure. It also cautions women to avoid hotel offices unless business requires their presence.
A 1917 poem from Southern Press Syndicate urges self trust and purpose. It emphasizes belief in a destined role for every man and the value of inner conviction over critics. The piece frames life as a rough but meaningful stage for the song of a manly heart.
Elihu Root warns that German propaganda covertly seeks to erode American democracy with money buying influence here and abroad. He condemns pacifists who advocate peace yet aid the enemy, urging vigilance against treasonous sentiment.
A letter page addresses converting kilometres to miles and describes how Serbs objected to the term Servia. It also notes armor thickness on ships, clarifies flag stripe order, and explains the sequence of states ratifying the U S Constitution with the 18th stripe reference.
A large marble boiled in milk can automatically stir porridge custards sauces or stews while the liquid cooks. It prevents burning and saves time by avoiding constant stirring. Miss Cole 172 W Brookline Street.
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