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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1915
Page
10
London Post correspondent cites Colonel Roosevelt saying the United States would have to fight Germany if she wins this war. The remark, attributed as his excuse, frames him as a plain citizen free to speak. The piece asserts Roosevelt is a world figure beyond simple nationalism.
The State Department quickly debunked Ambassador von Bernstorff charges that American makers supplied dum-dum bullets for allies. Investigations show the bullets were made in America but do not fit allied rifles and are designed for heavy hunting guns. The ambassador should verify facts before accusing a friendly nation’s manufacturers.
A Senate debate over a literacy test clause features a friend’s weak argument citing the Lawrence strike. The columnist notes the strike was led by capable, educated men, not illiterates, challenging the premise that literacy equates to disloyalty or danger.
The full text shows a calm protest by the United States against British interference with commerce, avoiding fiery language or threats. It notes the note does not contain a demand to tolerate acts and frames the message as a friendly protest likely to be answered in a friendly spirit. The piece urges Americans to reject bitterness and remain loyal to national interests.
The American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions reports no serious danger to its missionaries in the East Turkey region. The statement emphasizes overall safety and welfare despite general wartime misery and unrest.
The text notes that fears of a holy war in Muslim lands include threats to unbelievers. It frames the broader clash of peoples and interests and offers some reassurance that certain groups feel safe amid the turmoil.
The sinking of the British battleship Formidable is attributed to a mine or submarine. The loss recalls naval risks from hidden weaponry and questions whether battleships or submarines shape future strategy. The article notes the high death toll and the impact on British morale.
Comptroller Williams urges Congress to require banks to remove directors who fail to attend meetings or perform duties. The finance official argues that ornamental directors harm governance and that re elections should require Comptroller approval. Modern banking demands results, public spirit, and support for worthy enterprises over social prestige.
The inquest verdict on the Fort Erie duck shooting by Canadian militia is rejected as unsatisfactory. It argues the fatalities were not accidental and calls for exemplary compensation to the families of American duck hunters harmed by Ontario militia enforcing a ducking prohibition.
The Boston City Club weighs plans to meet Building Commissioner O Hearn s exit requirements for its new assembly hall. The club is portrayed as eager to comply with the law and satisfy the commissioner's correct points, reflecting prompt obedience.
Warren Coughlin a 10 year old of Arlington was saved after breaking through ice in the Mystic River near River street bridge by Park Officer Charles J. Riley of the Middlesex Fells station. He was taken home where he was reported little the worse for his icy bath.
A humorous column celebrates unknown inventors from pots and kettles to pet silencers. It muses on the moral hazard of patents and ponders practical devices that could ease daily life and curb noisy animals at night.
A player explains a sprained wrist after a four rack burst last night, noting the injury affected play this evening and lowered performance during the game in question.
A Western newspaper recounts Mrs. Carl Wanser of Fourth street narrowly escaping injury when her oven exploded while baking a pudding. The blast wrecked the range and shattered every pane, forcing the Wanser family to cook elsewhere.
A humorous letter asks for an egg loaf and quotes a jokey response advising to separate the egg place it in a box for months bury it alive and avoid breaking it in front of witnesses. The piece satirically plays on advice column tone.
Poem praising a child’s influence on virtue and growth. Refrains emphasize the child guiding adults toward kindness, patience, and moral action, with imagery of vision widening and hatred silenced by the child’s presence. The piece centers on a child guiding manhood toward noble paths and joy.
The column surveys hospital quarters for birds at the Boston Zoo, letters from readers, and social notes. It covers a dog bite to Street Car Union leader W. D. Mahon, a long banner found in Middleboro, and reminiscences of Boston Harbor ice events. It also mentions Mayor elect Clarence J. Fogg, Congressman Gallivan's Washington duties, and the Brown Owl Inn fire in Leicester with hotel history.
A narrative of Joan of Arc rising from a Domremy peasant girl to lead French forces during the Hundred Years War. Her bold relief of Orléans, Rheims coronation escort, capture of towns, and eventual fall at Rouen mark a dramatic shift that left England losing ground and Calais remaining as an English holdout by 1405.
Household hints show using ornate inkwells as pin and paper clip receptacles. A recipe clippings book idea uses long business envelopes labeled by category such as Desserts Meats Salads Kitchen Helps Miscellaneous. Envelopes and covers are bound with holes punched along the bottom and tied with ribbon.
A 1914 verse by Walt Mason warns that talk does not move things forward and urges readers to rely on industry and honest work. It contrasts elocution with real effort, condemning flashy talkers and urging prudence, saving, and self-reliance.
The Springfield Republican lauds Mr Eastman as a strong pick to fill the vacancy created by Mr Anderson. It notes Eastman’s knowledge and potential as a trained expert on the Commonwealth’s regulating board, while acknowledging Anderson’s creditable record and Eastman’s past agitator stance.
The Oldest Inhabitant notes Boston records show January 2, 1889, hit 8 below zero as the date’s coldest point and January 2, 1890 reached 66 degrees above zero as the warmest. This contrasts the extreme temperatures recorded for this date in the city’s weather history.
Athol Massachusetts January 1 R William Waterman today began his 50th year as editor and proprietor of the Athol and Worcester West Chronicle which he established in 1866. At 78 he claims to be the oldest newspaper proprietor in continuous service on one paper in the state and is the sole living charter member of the Massachusetts Press Association.
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