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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1916
Page
12
The newsboy organization of Boston eyes establishing merit scholarships at preparatory and business schools. Harvard already offers a scholarship whose winners have succeeded at Cambridge, and now local newsboys push for opportunities that would benefit the community and ambitious youths.
The writer questions Henry Ford's blame of fighting nations for the war. Ford claims they fail to choose proper leaders, while the author notes Ford has voted only six times in 31 years and implies his judgment is hypocritical. The piece suggests Ford may start voting more regularly.
Washington reports from high Republican sources that Senators may contest Henry P. Fletcher's ambassadorship to Mexico. Fletcher, a Republican with a stellar record, is accused of obstructing progress in Mexico, which benefits from a Democratic era's watchful waiting. The article forecasts his confirmation despite political maneuvering.
The Persia sinking situation remains uncertain with no government able to act confidently. Whether a submarine attacked the British steamer is unproven as no submersible was seen and gun placement on the ship is unclear. Austria’s claim of no warnings is questioned but must be fully verified before judgment.
A Newtown letter muses that effort yields happiness and unrest, praising drudgery and purposeful work. A reader recalls two goldfish Flossie and Reginald, their intelligence, a tail repair, and the pet's eventual drowning after prior bonds with Harold the fish. The tone blends quips on work with a personal pet anecdote and moral.
After the holiday break Congress returns with urgent legislation ahead. The initial session yielded mainly organizational steps and the extended emergency war revenue act. Preparedness and assertive national power, backed by revenue, dominate the planned nonpartisan agenda.
The article argues that British and French steamship lines should relocate vessels to Boston to ease New York congestion. It notes Boston’s terminals docks and grain elevators are underutilized and could handle twice as many ships quickly, making Boston a superior export port for Western shippers and foreign lines.
A reader asks why US newspapers and people oppose Germany with strong feeling. The piece lists four clear causes Belgium the Lusitania anti American conduct by German media and plots by Germans including officials against American industry. It asserts prejudice may exist but ignorance is not the cause.
A historical newspaper cartoon-like critique notes Andrew Carnegie’s vast charity leaves him with twenty million dollars. The piece paints him as aged and proud, facing destitution despite a fortune built on libraries and philanthropy. It mocks the idea he is poor with fifteen-figure wealth remaining.
The article recounts Alexander the Great seizing vast wealth at Susa Persepolis and Pasargadae, with tales of 65 million dollars in Susa and over 100 million at Persepolis. It notes lavish gifts to soldiers, royal fabrics and gold, and anecdotes of Alexander’s generosity amid palace burning imagery.
The column salutes Governor-elect McCall’s Grange ties, honors veteran Commander Alger, and notes juror gifts to judges. It recalls Doctor Bill Parsons at 90, the Parker Tavern, a Salem tile gag, and a chattering macaw escape. It also mentions New Hampshire Masonry records, subway change systems, salmon releases, and regional curios.
The piece contrasts a stately library with leather bound volumes worth ten thousand dollars to a shabby home shelf where cheap fifty cent editions lie scattered. Walt Mason laments unread tomes framed by dust and cobwebs, while neighbors read the cheaper volumes aloud and the need for books remains constant.
Dear Miss Champagne advises a young woman about a partner who pretends devotion while courting another woman. The writer fears future infidelity and asks whether to stay steady or seek others. The reply suggests his desire for “change” predicts an unsettled married life and urges cautious commitment.
The author suggests having a serious talk to learn a person’s true view on indulging visits from young men and to set a waiting list as proof. It argues engagement does not force all other friendships to end but invites shared interests and joint social circles.
The article surveys stylish trends with high hairstyles, short to moderately long skirts, high back collars, knitted tweed fabrics for golf suits, loose full coats, and elaborate sleeves. It notes dance frocks with heavy ruffles, feathered fans including black velvet options, and brocades remaining in favor.
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