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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1917
Page
12
The Burnett immigration bill cleared the Senate 56 to 10 but faces a veto battle in the House where two thirds are needed to override. The piece argues the House may not muster 294 votes to require a literacy test for citizenship.
London reports show the allies are refining their answer to President Wilson's peace note. The long delay, many changes from the first draft, and careful reconsideration by opposing forces suggest a more pacific and workable response may emerge, offering hope for an end to hostilities.
The Highway Commission backs a new bill to strengthen penalties for drivers under alcoholic influence. The current law targets operating under the influence, while the proposed measure would require a driver to be intoxicated or unsafe to operate a vehicle.
The passage suggests a firm stance against perceived lax enforcement of anti alcohol requirements, arguing the deviation should be punished without mercy. It presents a call for strict application of the law and zero tolerance for violations.
The Court upholds Congress power to curb liquor shipments into states that ban sale. Local prohibition is enforced, and contracts outside the state cannot evade it. The decision confirms that original packages cannot undermine state bans, reinforcing the drys' authority where voters support prohibition.
A Washington display by women suffrage advocates drew criticism for undermining support. A Congressional Union deputation presented memorials on Mrs. Boissevain’s death while pressing for the equal suffrage amendment, prompting a tentative rebuke from President Wilson. The episode, including a silent sentinel White House protest, was seen as ill advised and likely harmful to the movement.
The writer urges delaying strong judgment until Gerard's exact Berlin remarks are released by the President. They question the claim that U S German relations are exceptionally cordial and suggest the ambassador may have overstepped in wartime, advocating restraint pending the official version.
Judge George Gray of Delaware is praised for calm, clear thinking and for declining to speak at a Philadelphia meeting supporting Belgians after Janes M. Beck attacked the U.S. president. Gray, a joint Mexican commission member, is lauded as a steady American official and citizen.
The Rev. Michael H. Kittnedge longtime pastor of St. John's Church and the first priest ordained from Clinton died tonight in the church rectory at age 65. He is survived by a sister who lived with him.
An amateur astronomer recounts a chaotic night awaiting a total lunar eclipse on a cold Monday in 1917. After alarm mishaps and a tumble from a fence, he witnesses a dramatic 15 minute total eclipse with a sight of uncharted moons and stars and aid from a surprised neighbor.
The column notes lengthening mornings signaling spring with seed catalogs and a cream colored sunflower. It mentions Ruth Short of Newbury, a young real daughter of the Revolution, Post 49 G A R veterans, fire safety advice for frozen pipes, and the Jubilee British pulp wood schooner anchored in Portland harbor bound for Stamford.
A feature on the Otavi railway in German Southwest Africa, noting its two foot gauge and 368 mile span from Swakopmund to Tsumeb. Describes challenges including water supply, 110 steel bridges, and rapid completion after Herero rebellion, enabling a one day travel for invalids, with locomotives pulling up to 100 tons at 25 mph.
A collage of vignettes notes escapes a restless night with a burglar scare and locked doors then drifts to farm labor wages in Alberta Canada and wrist watches from Massachusetts. it recalls a railroad promotion in boston and a guard’s humor at union station and ends with governors mansions and historic precedents across states.
A physician Dr John Adams receives a red nightcap and a photo misaddressed to Aunt Joan. The package triggers a romance as Joan’s niece Miss Woodworth and Adams grow close while nursing her. Polly’s gift becomes the spark for a love between Adams and Marie.
Local note reports J Rufus Jinks has become a grandfather and reacts with humor and reluctance. He quips that posterity has cooked his goose, declines gaudy pride, and jokes about losing youth and dignity as the town would grin at his new role.
A reader asks if she should keep seeing a man seven years her senior who was intoxicated once and is of a different nationality. The adviser urges considering his future restraint and upright life, notes parental concerns, and argues nationality should not disqualify him if they share common ground and are compatible. The letter suggests giving him another chance to prove sobriety and character.
A reader complains about mailed manuscripts stuck together and unread, asks if all submissions deserve careful reading. The letter notes a manuscript with a profane word a geographic misstatement an informal alright and a hero named Jack on the first sheet, implying quick judgment.
In a letter to the editor the writer asks about Boston wind records. He cites a March 9 1877 southern wind at 72 miles per hour and notes last year’s peak velocity of 47 miles an hour on December 23.
Letter to the Editor discusses conflicting claims about legal restrictions on working holidays and Sundays. One writer cites a prohibition on Sunday labor with exceptions, while another asserts different legal standings. The exchange clarifies when work is permitted or restricted under the law.
An inquiry asks if a man must pay his wife’s debts contracted before marriage when he knew nothing of them. The ruling states no law compels such payment, affirming the husband’s lack of obligation in this scenario.
Question asks if an insured homeowner can collect damages when the fire destroys the house and the policy. The answer affirms yes, the policy being destroyed does not bar recovery for losses covered by the insurance.
Question asks if the state can compel a father to pay for his son's board in a tuberculosis institution. The son is of age and the father has substantial means, listed at $75 000. The inquiry suggests the answer is no.
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