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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1917
Page
10
Poem fragment urges the soul to rise beyond fear as the speaker declares resolve to scale the mountainside and join a conquering force. Angela Morgan’s lines evoke inner courage and steadfast determination.
The Post notes a strong response from New England to aid women and children in Provincetown left destitute by sea losses. The appeal is praised for its generosity and potential to grow, likened to John Paul Jones’s spirit as the Cape fund begins to expand.
The War Department chooses to send New England National Guardsmen straight to France for training instead of sending them to the Charlotte camp. The move preserves trained units for combat and avoids losing General Wood as trainer by not sending him to Charlotte.
New York City magistrates rule that speaking treasonous or disorderly remarks in public during wartime may be barred. Chief Magistrate McAdoo notes free speech has limits when it threatens public welfare. Pro German groups likely to protest the decision.
Congressman Tague and Congressman Phelan join other Massachusetts lawmakers in urging that aliens in the United States be compelled to serve in the new national army. They expect the President to issue a order enforcing this policy soon.
A historical passage argues that a foreign born man who has not naturalized owes the country duty to serve in war. It says citizens repay the opportunity and legal protection received by requiring service, framing it as just and deserved nationwide expectation.
The article presents the U S president's response to Pope Benedict's peace suggestions. It argues against peace with the Hohenzollerns while urging the German people to claim responsibility and negotiate a lasting peace. The piece asserts the need to continue fighting until autocratic power is broken or a genuine popular will for peace emerges.
A New York paper advertises top wages for up to fifty men to drive skidding horses. The offer promises good care of the animals and directs applicants to the Yaimber Co. for details.
James H. Greene presents a plan to mark and protect veterans graves with a durable, unmoving marker. The column reports on patriotic activities, local exemptions, Red Cross efforts, celebrations, and community notices across Boston area towns including Chelsea Beverly and Gloucester.
The Springfield Republican warns against excessive nagging of the German language press and notes danger from English language papers that attack the President and government. The paper disclaims targeting The Republican itself and labels domestic nagging as the most harmful.
Representatives of five thousand Massachusetts druggists assured State Food Director Henry B. Endicott at a conference yesterday of their cooperation in carrying Our National Food Ad promotional campaigns and related conservation efforts.
Household tips advise drying soap after removing wrappers to make it last longer. Sleep illness patients get softer light with a green shade. When sewing large items, prefill two or three bobbins to avoid thread breaks. Whites of eyes stored in a glass jar with damp cheesecloth and an elastic band may be used in merings. Berlin, MM.
The article explores Montserrat in Spain with jagged pinnacles likened to a grand organ of granite and features a millennia old convent. It notes a sacred image drawing about 60 000 annual pilgrims, the development of a carriage road and a funicular, and the basic dormitory style hospitality for visitors.
Polly stares at a red hat from Tillie Hat Shop then attends a Maddox tea where Phil Standish notices the hat and the girl. Months pass as Polly moves hiding behind the hat until a subway sighting reveals the right match. Polly plans to adopt the Standish name, gifting the hat a final bright ending.
A 1917 verse by Matt Mason mocks Noah Count who stays idle amid troubles. The speaker argues labor heals sorrows while criticizing those who blame the world and politics. Copyright George Matthew Adams.
A reader inquires about Roxbury's status and governance. The reply confirms Roxbury was annexed to Boston in 1868, naming John Jones Clarke as its first mayor in 1816. Questions cover enlistment age, copyright procedure, and population figures for Boston and Montreal with 1917 estimates.
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls Boston weather for August 29 with figures from 1880 and 1875 1877 for highs and cooler readings from 1907. He notes past 20 years showing varied temperatures through 1908 1905 1909 and every year since.
A 17 year old asks whether to marry a 27 year old German in wartime Boston. Virginia R urges rejecting prejudice and emphasizes justice over birth, advising to wait until age 20 and reassess if the man proves worthy and parental objections remain only about nationality and age.
Birthday notes honor Oliver Wendell Holmes born August 29 1809 in Cambridge Massachusetts. The physician poet and essayist practiced medicine taught at Dartmouth and Harvard and wrote widely including Old Ironsides Autocrat at the Breakfast Table and Elsie Venner.
The piece outlines attire for hotel dances mentioning suits or afternoon dresses with matching hats, gloves, and light gowns for hostesses. It also advises on polite behavior toward young men, suggesting ordinary social interaction, engaging conversation, and avoiding ceremonial treatment for casual meetings.
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