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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1917
Page
7
A viewed letters column offers advice on money sharing in marriage, companionship over earning power, and being a capable partner. Readers discuss public displays of affection, social propriety, and honest living, urging women to be intelligent, engaged spouses and good companions.
A wartime poem expresses attachment to home and family, the comfort of familiar places, and the resolve to leave home to serve beyond the seas. The speaker feels sorrow at departing yet dedication to fighting against war and aiding the cause of right.
A speaker contemplates duty under fire and the value of personal effort. He rejects shirking and emphasizes serving bravely whether in small tasks or dangerous roles, asking what matters is giving the utmost in one’s own humble work for the fate of others.
Washington dispatch reports that after Herbert Hoover left for Chicago to meet meat packers and FTC investigators, early regulation of the meat industry was predicted. The talks center on packing methods and potential regulatory steps following Hoover's departure.
Bowen B. J. Bowen of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company denied any foundation for reports that employees would be discharged or forced to take vacations. The Boston Telephone Operators Union ordered an investigation into a proposed policy affecting operators with less than one year of service.
A reader asks about the sixth sense and orientation, while others seek details on ship watches such as the dog watch and the purpose of two two hour shifts. The letter also clarifies gross versus net tonnage and proper flag etiquette when worn or presented in public.
Mrs. Alvah Kennerson and Miss May Hicks are held without bail for a grand jury session in St Johnsbury Vermont after a two day preliminary hearing. They face charges of murdering Alice Hiradshaw on July 5. Judge G C Frye presided and ruled the case after evidence was presented without argument.
Dr Albert Fritz a Brooklyn physician with Local Exemption Board No 99 was arrested by Justice Department agents on a conspiracy to evade the draft charge. He allegedly offered registrant Louis Adlman $300 for exemption and was held on 10000 bail awaiting trial.
The writer notes Marjorie is engaged to Harry Trevor and plans to reveal the engagement in the fall. Trevor will be at the camp with the Aviation Corps. Marjorie will attend Trevor's event and meets them for dinner while seeking opinions on a new hat described as large white taffeta with violet silk details and cerise rose accents.
Government supervision of meat packing and distributing may follow wheat controls with a licensing system. The trade commission has investigators in Chicago for weeks and is near filing a report. Francis J. Heney leads the legal side and Thomas R. Robertson, the meat expert, traveled to Chicago earlier this week.
Secretary Lansing voiced confidence in Russia as German actions near Riga are viewed with little strategic impact. A note to Ambassador Bakhtemief details U S support for Russia's provisional government and its push toward democracy. The secretary withheld dispatches from Russia awaiting official release.
If investigations show such aims by company officials, a Public Service Commission inquiry will be demanded. Failure to satisfy will push the union to drastic action to force changes. At last night’s meeting plans to lay off over 190 mechanical staff drew excitement as exchanges run understaffed causing multi hour toll delays and overworked operators.
Viscount Ishii head of the mission was hosted by Secretary Lansing. General Sugano was entertained by Secretary Baker. Vice Admiral Takeshita dined with Secretary Daniels as part of dinners honoring the diplomatic military and naval groups in Washington.
Colonel M. K. Buckley, recently named American military attache, has arrived in Udine and is following current operations on the Isonzo front. He joins the staff to monitor the front near Udine and report back on Allied activity and conditions.
Washington reports Dr. H A Garfield head of the new fuel administration outlined aims to lower coal costs for households. A retailer profit scale was suggested as part of early plans for government control of the industry. If price fixing fails the government could requisition coal at mines and sell to the public.
Dr. Garfield states all machinery will enforce the President's named prices and fuel controls to benefit consumers. He warns retailers' profits will be reduced and says every remedy in the plan will be studied and ready for use. The government will bar coal dealings above the President’s prices unless contracts are shown bon fide.
The Democratic nomination for Boston councillor tightens to ex-Senator James F. Timilty and Dorchester Representative Lewis R. Sullivan after withdrawals by Francis M. Ducey and Councillor Timothy J. Buckley. In the sixth Suffolk district, Hanley Dolan and McManus exit, leaving Moore Curran and William Sullivan. In the seventh district, Casey withdraws, giving Senator Edward G. Morris a renomination without opposition.
A collection of home recipes including East Indian Pudding with honey and egg whites, Health Bread using whole wheat and graham flour, and Corn Fritters with corn, eggs, flour, and seasonings. Includes attributions to Mrs Louis Smith of Roxbury and Mrs Robert C Wood of Brockton.
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