Grave Crisis as Germany Renews Unrestricted Submarine War
The German note yesterday declares immediate unrestricted submarine warfare against all commerce, neutral and belligerent. It repudiates the May 4 1916 pledge to obey international law, threatening neutral ships including American vessels. The piece argues Berlin’s shift signals desperation and calls for careful, honorable options to avoid broader conflict.
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German Empire
United States
Amer
Ican
Tingland
France
Mediterranean
Falmouth
The Songs My Mother Sang by G W Ayer letter tribute
A quirky letter from 1917 discusses a Christmas joke between coworkers about humor and death in song. It then reflects on mothers songs and the optimistic spirit of the writer’s mother, praising her cheerful tunes and resilience.
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G. W. Ayer
Annie Zaurie
Nellie Gray
Nellie
G. W
Mother
Military panel hears collapse of army quartermaster dept
Major General Leonard Wood testified before the Senate military committee that the army quartermaster department collapsed during early militia mobilization on the border. The breakdown hindered National Guard efficiency and delayed recruits in Massachusetts, prompting calls to avoid a repeat collapse.
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Senate
Jeonard Wood
Quartermaster’s Department of the Army
National Guard
Massachusetts
Mayor Curley backs police commissioner's raise
The Boston mayor informs the legislative committee on public service that he approves Police Commissioner O'Meara's salary increase from 6000 to 8000 dollars a year. He notes the commissioner aids city safety and service, and asserts the office deserves a higher pay.
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Curley
Legislative Committee On Public Service
O'Meara
Boston
Mr. O'Meara
Where were they in Grayson nomination clash
The piece questions Republican absence from a Senate Naval Affairs committee meeting on Dr Grayson, the President's nominee as medical director of the Navy. It argues five of seven Republicans were absent, implying they avoided voting to disapprove and allowed a Democratic walkover.
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Grayson
United States Navy
Senate Committee On Naval Affairs
Derby arrests trigger murder plot claim against Lloyd George
Three women suffragists and a conscientious objector are detained in Derby on accusations of conspiring to kill Premier Lloyd George and Arthur Henderson. The report notes the motive appears suspect and questions the sanity of the accused while urging caution before assuming guilt.
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Derby
England
Lloyd George
Arthur “Henderson
Great Britain
Destroyer Jacob Jones Sails for Philadelphia for Repairs
The destroyer Jacob Jones left Charlestown Navy Yard yesterday afternoon bound for Philadelphia for required repairs. The ship failed to meet trial speed requirements due to engine defects noted during the test.
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Jacob Jones
Charlestown Navy Yard
Philadelphia
Gethro Secures Boat Rights at City Point
City Point grants Frank Gethro the boating concession for years with a contract renewed by Mayor Curley. The agreement covers a yearly fee and confirms Gethro’s long standing control of the privilege at the point.
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Gethro
City Point
Frank Gethro
Curley
Sphinx Sings Of Coins And Charity In 1917 Letter Parade
A humorous column recaps readers sending in coins to a columnist, highlighting 50 cent and dime contributions, the writer's reluctance for continuous space, and a running fund tally. The piece playfully notes pleas to reach a dollar while describing the coin gifts from readers Lawrence Massachusetts and a bank vice president.
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Secretary of the Treasury
McAdoo
William McAdoo
Lawrence
Mass
Newt
Household Hints for Dustless Stove Polish
A home recipe shows mixing washing powder, boiling water, and stove polish to create a cleaning paste. The method instructs stirring, applying with a woolen cloth, and polishing with a dry cloth. Signed by Mrs. John H Wagner of 621 Summer Street Manchester New Hampshire.
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John H. Wagner
Summer Street
Manchester
Great Tun of Heidelberg Described as World’s Largest Vintage Vessel
Historical note surveys the 49 000 gallon Great Tun of Heidelberg Castle and two nearby colossal casks at Clervaux and Boulogne. It traces origins under Charles Philip Elector Palatinate, notes long displays since 1751, and contrasts medieval handcraft with modern steel barrelling.
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Heidelberg
Charles Philip
Perkes
France
Clervaux
Sboulogne-Sur-Mer
Boulogne
St. Benet’s Butt
Rabelais
Observant Citizen Reflects on February Weather and Odd News
The column notes February sunlight vs English proverbs, mentions a new rear signal device on Washington Street, and reports dock activity at Leyland Line No. 4. It records a 62nd wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Cater, immigration singing success, leap year marriage trends, and juvenile age assessments via X-ray. It also covers toll-free Hampton Beach mile bridge plans, the Harvard barque return, Franklin Park log cutting, leather boot prices, and rising manufacturing costs.
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New
Boston's Historic Temperature Records on February 1
Coldest in memory 2 above zero noted in 1874 with 3 above recorded in 1909 and 1880. Warmest 57 on this date in 1916 followed by 56 in 1913 and 55 in 1877. Rain or snow occurred on this date in 1907 1908 1913 1914 and 191.
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Boston
Little Bennie and the Burglar
A mother and son spar over Sunday school envelopes costing five cents weekly. Bennie resists going to church but secretly keeps envelopes in the family treasure box. The boy learns the value of envelopes marked The Lords Treasury as his parents juggle money for the house and savings.
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S. L
P. S
Bennie
Daddy
Sonny
Mother
Treasury
Trather
Lord’s Treasury
Edith
Grandma
All Cars Good But Mine's The Best
An advertising pastiche extols a superior motor car with boastful claims of modern design and speed. It contrasts the “four,” “six,” or “eight” with newer autos, praising progress and gasoline economy.
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Jing
Ivalt Mason
George Matthew Adams
The Friendship That Shaped Tennyson’s In Memoriam
The piece recalls Arthur Henry Hallam, born February 1 1811 in Bedford Place London, as a brilliant scholar and lifelong friend whose death spurred Tennyson to write In Memoriam. It notes Hallam's early Latin skill and Dante translation and mentions Gladstone’s deep regard.
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Arthur Henry Hallam
Bedford Place
London
Arthur Hallam
Henry Hallam
Hallam
Gladstone
Tennyson
Hallam's Death Ends Engagement To Tennyson’s Sister
Hallam, a soul Christian by nature and former fiancé of Tennyson's sister, died suddenly abroad during a tour with his father after a rush of blood to the head. The report notes his pious disposition and the proximity of his engagement in the family circle.
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Hallam
Tennyson
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