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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1918
Page
12
Early 1918 Boston edition records date and issue details for The Independent Democratic Paper of New England. Offices listed at 259 Washington Street Boston with standard publication line and issue number.
Rates for Daily U S and Canada are one year 3 50 six months 1 75 three months 90c one month 80c Foreign one month 1 00 Sunday rates vary by period. To Canada per copy postage applies. Additional Boston district postage. Do not send cash or stamps. Send checks drafts or money orders to POST PUBLISHING CO.
Editorial and business office details for the Post include main phone lines at 1004 1005 7400 and address 1383 Main. Edwin A. Grozier is editor and publisher. subscriptions must be prepaid and may be discontinued after expiration. Associated Press is credited for news dispatches.
In January 23 people were killed by automobiles in New York City, compared with five by trolleys and three by wagons. Outside the metropolis only two were killed by automobiles, prompting calls for stronger laws and enforcement.
Boston mourns John L Sullivan, a ruggedly honest and chivalrous heavyweight who lived as a national hero. The last of the old warriors, he embodied the romance of fighting men and held a special place in native pride and public memory.
In response to Senator Chamberlain's attack on the military establishment, critics are challenged to fault the commissary. The army food supply is described as of high quality, well prepared, and abundant for a million men. The writer notes memories of the "embalmed" era as a contrast.
A harsh rebuke of the Republican administration cites the mean miserable supply and preparation and general inefficiency of the commissary that marked their handling of the war with Spain. The speaker contrasts this with expectations of better governance.
The United States and French forces clash with German troops in eastern France as Pershing leads Americans to hold a battle sector near Luneville and Nancy. Casualties are expected but the nation stays resolute for humanity and justice.
The piece argues reprisals within humane limits are acceptable in war. It notes U S embargoes on neutral trade pressure Scandinavian countries and Holland for aiding Germany. It cites Spain as now facing similar scrutiny for pro German actions and holding Spanish ships in American ports. The U S trump as top food seller can influence diplomacy.
The author defends Baker for halting pay to German officers in U S custody as fair play under treaty. Germany ignored a request to extend equal pay to U S officers, and the author argues Germany ended the plan through its own lack of courtesy.
Seth W. Wakefield, former Lewiston city treasurer and Democratic leader, died at his home in Lewiston on February 3. He was nearly 80 years old and active in local politics.
The excerpt recalls Boston temperatures on February 4 with official lows of 2 below in 1888 and 1 below in 1908. It also records a warmest 56 degrees in 1914 and mentions rain or snow on the date in 1910 1911 and 1914.
A wry aphorism notes that a man preferring wealth to intellect often lacks both. The saying reflects skepticism about pursuing riches at the expense of wisdom.
Napoleon Gomo narrates a humorous domestic tale from St. Albans Vermont about frugal food use during hard times. Rosey Marie cooks a meal from woodchuck and fish leftovers while a pledge card visit provokes politeness and a near confrontation. The family steels through winter by sharing meals and avoiding waste.
A provocative line about how among women a man with principle arouses strong interest, reflecting gender dynamics and social commentary. The remark suggests fascination with moral stance versus perceived mercenariness in behavior and reputation.
A Westerly Rhode Island reader notes the odd contrast between a sweltering day and a coal scarce winter. He recalls the Pythian Sisters postponing their meeting due to heat, and jokes about censorship in All Sorts while praising family friendly content.
The column mixes astronomical observations for February with reminiscences from Boston area readers. It recalls birthdays of Charles C. Kurtz, early winter diaries, Civil and Spanish War era service flags, wartime fitness notes, and a coal moisture tip for efficient heating.
Nearly 750000 men work in the U S coal industry with 335000 in Pennsylvania mines and nearby buildings. Union ranks swell with southern European immigrants while northern European and British miners decline. Mining is dirty and dangerous, driving some workers to other jobs. wages are hard to compare and labor shortages persist.
Harding, jailed for a crime he did not commit, confronts Craig in a rain soaked mansion. He saves Craig’s child from gas fumes, revealing that Elias Slade framed him. Craig confesses he deceived Harding and that Slade lied about the crime.
A home front exhortation likens civilian effort to trench duty in WWI. It urges readers to buy Liberty Bonds support the Red Cross conserve food and back the war effort, claiming victory hinges on home front sacrifice and vigilance.
A 1918 verse by Walt Mason lampoons delayed U S military action and government taxation, imagining the poet eager to fight in France while criticizing officials for withholding a sword to strike Teuton foes. He taunts Kaiser imagery and envisions peace if he is sent to the front.
Birthday notes honor William Harrison Ainsworth born February 4 1805 in Manchester England. The piece traces his career from early schooling to publication with Rockwood 1834 and Jack Sheppard 1839 and notes public backlash over his Dick Turpin and Jack Sheppard themes. It credits his later historical novels and his role in sparking interest in romance and national history among broader readers.
Fadts and Fashions highlights dotted swiss foulards warm dressing gowns colored velvets and satin fabrics. Paris favors gray black combinations while satin striped habutai coats crease crepe fichus and taffeta skirts feature horizontal stripes. Green accents brighten wedding whites as gray emerges as the season’s dominant color.
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