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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1915
Page
14
Boston Post issue from December 21 1915 with masthead listing Post Publishing Co offices at 256 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts and issue number details.
Public notice of rates for Daily and Sunday subscriptions to The Post, including U S and Canada pricing, foreign copy costs, and postal charges. It lists payment methods, class, and contact details for the Boston Post publishing office, with editor and publisher names.
The text notes a shrinking Southern delegation to 985 members with 493 needed for a party candidate. It ponders where the champion will be if Colonel Roosevelt cannot command this strength, signaling concern over late election dynamics.
The passage assesses the Gallipoli campaign as a failed attempt to seize Constantinople. It notes German resistance, British withdrawal, and the shift of British forces to a new theater, likely the Balkans or Egypt, while Russia remains blocked.
The retirement of General von Bissing on January 1 due to ill health is discussed as possibly approved by German authorities. The piece argues his departure could aid Belgium, suggesting the iron German rule may yield to a milder government and that his replacement should be better for the Belgian people.
The Post urges readers to support Santa as Christmas charity work expands. He is busier than ever and seeks funds to provide more gifts for needy children, asking readers to contribute to enable greater good this holiday.
Representative Buchanan of Illinois failed to appear to offer evidence regarding charges demanding the impeachment of Snowden Marshall, United States district attorney for the district of New York, over alleged overzealous German violation prosecutions. Buchanan once active in a self-styled peace group aimed at halting munitions exports, a society now scrutinized by Marshall. The coincidence invites a House look at Buchanan’s oath and pre war activities.
The London Daily Mail charges the British Foreign Office with a good natured policy toward Germany by supplying malt via Denmark for beer. The piece argues this feed of essentials strengthens German resistance and weakens British troops by depriving soldiers at home. It calls for a general election to end such discrimination during wartime.
The piece notes pre-convention speculation on a Republican standard bearer to challenge Woodrow Wilson. It recalls 1912 when Roosevelt split the party, drawing substantial votes from Taft, and observes a shift back toward regular party candidates in states like Pennsylvania New York Illinois as Roosevelt contemplates a 1916 run within the party.
The article recalls Roosevelt criticizing Wilson for not entering war and cites the 1907 Hague convention. It notes the U S reservation limiting interference in foreign internal affairs and whose presidency oversaw the actions in 1907 and 1908.
The El Paso agreement between Carranza officials and Villa lieutenants ends major trouble in Mexico. Villa seems finished and advised to seek U.S. asylum as a political refugee. Observers hail watchful waiting as effective amid the peace move.
The text condemns sarcasm as a bitter, cowardly form of speech that wounds others. It traces sarcasm to a Greek root and warns that those who wield it are feared, avoided, and deserve rebuke. It urges readers to avoid joining the scornful and to greet others cordially.
A lighthearted note highlights the playful impact of pets, with Whiskers as the central figure bringing smiles. The brief item emphasizes cheerful moments and positive vibes.
A 19 year old woman writes seeking help to become a famous tragedienne. She lists height and personality, claims dramatic training via correspondence, and asks Newton Newkirk to arrange an opportunity to perform a sample act and attract financial backing.
The account describes Alexander the Great besieging Miletus, using siege towers and battering rams, and disbanding his fleet to rely on land forces. It notes the omen of an eagle over Macedonian ships and contrasts Greek city states’ aims, with Athens losing crusading enthusiasm while Macedonians pursued conquest.
A wary promoter urges contact and requests a photo, suggesting scrutiny of appearances. The message hints at cautious behavior and internal doubt about the reliability of those involved in the venture.
Time is short to join the Boston Post Santa Claus campaign and help a youngster. Donors are urged to give now to receive blessings manyfold in return.
A reader asks if she should write to a distant gentleman who halted correspondence after a petty quarrel. She believes their feelings are deep and wants guidance on whether to reach out to reconcile and restart the relationship. The letter notes mutual attentions when together and a recent chilly silence.
The poem portrays Uncle Walt lamenting perpetual doorstep sales pitches from agents selling patent devices, cookware, cures, wigs, and various trinkets. He describes the daily, intrusive visits to his cottage and his exhaustion with pleading for them to leave him alone.
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