German grain commandeering raises contraband questions
The move to seize all grain in the empire creates a delicate issue over whether American wheat sent to German ports is contraband. Ambassador Bernstorff’s claim that Germany will not seize American grain on arrival may not reassure Britain, which already treats German bound wheat as seized. England may doubt Germany’s promise and question why to trust it for military use.
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Great Britain
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The Colonel's Prize Should Return To Roosevelt
The Nobel prize funds designated by Colonel Roosevelt should be returned to him for allocation to the unemployed in New York and other public needs. Roosevelt originally directed 40 000 to an industrial peace commission, which has since collapsed, and a new body now handles the fund. Roosevelt is deemed a competent and trustworthy trustee with sympathy for the distressed abroad and at home.
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Roosevelt
New York
Nobel Foundation
United States
Russia
Japan
Federal Commission For the
Magnificent veto echoes Wilson on immigration test
The piece lauds President Wilson's veto of the literacy test immigration bill as eloquent and humane. It frames the veto as defending opportunity over exclusion and notes the political risk for any party supporting such tests, portraying the president as shrewd and principled.
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Enogh
Congress
Veto Message Praised as Good and Likely to Stand
The bill faces Congress and mounting pressure on the President to sign it. This veto is described as good and expected to be sustained, signaling strong support in the analysis.
BUILD NOW campaign endorsements praised by public and officials
The BUILD NOW movement gains broad praise from diverse leaders including ex Governors, bank and real estate figures, and city mayors who say it will create jobs for the unemployed while saving builders money. The appeal urges citizens to invest in new construction over the next year or two as a double benefit to workers and builders.
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Brackett
Thorndike
Nelson P. Brown
Everett Board of Trade
Joseph J. Leonard
The
United Improvement Association
Michael J. Mahoney
South Boston Citizens’ Association
Frank D. J
Barnhum
Kearns
Waltham
Wright
Worcester
David I. Walsh
John D. Long
Joseph H. O'Neil
Federal Trust Company
Savings Bank
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Granger
Subway debate over Arlington street stop
The piece argues that a stop at Arlington street would add little delay to cars and that the Boylston street subway was built to relieve congestion, not solely to serve western suburbs. It emphasizes not leaving Arlington street residents stranded while addressing transit speed concerns.
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Park Street
Allston
Brighton
Boylston Street
Boston
Boston relief ship arrives in Rotterdam with Belgian aid
The Harpalyce brings Consolations to Belgium amidst war woes. The dispatch signals American sympathy and urges continued humanitarian support, asserting the United States can do more for European victims than they can themselves.
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Boston
Rotterdam
Belgium
Back Bay Children Cheer in Sun and Snow Sun Day Rost
A lively Sun Day Rost feature highlights Back Bay children enjoying both sunshine and snow. The illustrated article captures their happy moments and the playful spirit of local youngsters in seasonal scenes.
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Back Bay
All Sorts By Newton Newkirk
Medford tale of a reclusive ex white hopeful known as Whit who lives in a cavern and markets his verse from isolation. The piece notes a footnote that links a jungle call and a cider fueled wild man to the poet Whit. Bertie Bertram of Neponsett Massachusetts signs off.
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Medford
Piffle Repeats Promise to Pay Debt Next Week
A man insists he will settle his debt soon saying he has money coming in next week and plans to repay what he owes. The dialogue centers on delayed payment and financial obligation.
Babbling Bess Faces a Handsome Stranger in a Diner Scene
Babbling Bess, a 19 year old performer, chats with a well-dressed man at her diner table. She asserts independence and hints at a protective manager, while describing her past and wages as she navigates flirtation and work.
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Bess
Harry Strugglin
Bessie
New Oxford Dictionary editor Onions debuts in Sub Subterraneous
The Spectator notes the January issue introduces C T Onions as the new editor overseeing the Sub Subterraneous section in volume nine of the Oxford New English Dictionary Clarendon Press 2s 6d. The magazine lauds his six page prefix article and predicts he will leave a mark in literary criticism and stand with Phil Oppenheim among leading contemporaries.
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Oxford New English Dictionary
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Information Wanted on the Length and Capacity of a Horse Car
A reader asks Newt to settle a debate by stating the length and capacity of a horse car. The reply notes horse cars are uncommon in Boston and that such vehicles are seen more in places like Oska loosa or Oshkosh. The exchange comments on the improbability of the request and the reader’s insistence.
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The Great Charge of the Scots Greys at Waterloo
A vivid account of the Waterloo battle scenes with Lady Butler's painting and the Scots Greys leading Wellington’s defense. It describes Napoleon’s plans, Blucher’s timely arrival, and the decisive British stand that shattered Napoleon’s hopes, ending with his exhausted but indomitable will.
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Horse Street Cars In Town Carry Large Equine Loads
The speaker notes a horse street car may transport 14 Percherons or 24 cayuses on the hoof and mentions a car length roughly 84 feet. He suggests riders try the rush hour trolleycabs or contact the Strap Hangers Union field agent for information.
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Observant Citizen Highlights Spring Signs and Local Happenings
The column notes spring signs like new plant varieties and a revived fishing trade at South Boston. It mentions Radcliffe dormitory rope drills, Wellington bridge opening, a Yale cane made from Fairbanks wood, and militia of local figures from Lynn to Byfield with varied adventures and civic chatter.
Turn of the Road Mystery in a Distant Night
A stormy night on a wood road frames Mrs. Grundy disturbed by whispers and a pursuing car. A tense dialogue unfolds between talking trees as a husband and frightened wife drift toward scandal. The strange scene hints at danger and hidden truth in a rural setting.
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Boston College High Chooses Debating Teams
After trials at the school, speakers were chosen to represent the Papst Debating Society of Boston College High School on two teams slated to debate in March alongside two other Boston high schools teams.
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Boston College High School
Boston High School
White hopes Uncle Walt speaks on boxing hope
Walt Mason laments failed hopes for a Black heavyweight champion in 1915. He recalls past giants like Johnson and Willard, mocks fighters as overhyped brands, then shifts to boast about white basketball prowess.
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Carl Morris
Flynn
Jess Willard
Walt Mason
Adams Newspaper Service
Love and Sentiment Debate in Miss Champagne Column
A reader asks if a 22 year old should marry a 44 year old man with a stable trade and two homes. Miss Champagne cautions evaluating love, parental opposition, and home stability, suggesting motherly advice unless the couple is sure of themselves and judgment. The column notes more letters follow in Sunday's Post.
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Miss Champagne
Household Hints For Stain Removal And Cooking Tips
Household hints give methods to lift tea stains from table linen using boiling water and pressing, plus zaky tips on saving chicken fat and making shortening from potato fat. Olive oil added to ferns promotes greener foliage and plant nourishment.
Meat and Fish Sauces from Mrs Mamie Dp Thomas
A dated kitchen note lists recipes for Cheese Sauce and Sauce Piauant, plus Clam Cocktail Sauce and Shrimp Sauce. Includes method steps, ingredients like butter flour milk cheese chives olives peppers pickles capers lemon juice horseradish mushroom catsup paprika and shrimp with drawn butter and egg yolk. Mrs Mamie Dp Thomas of Hanover New Hampshire supplied the instructions.
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South Mainstret
Hanover
N. H
Fads and Fashions Highlight Detachable Trains and Embroidery
Paragraphs discuss current fashion trends with basques popular now and sturdy embroideries in underclothes. Detachable trains allow two looks in one gown while orange blossoms and myrtle may trim wedding dresses. Fur appears on day or evening wear, high boots suit shy hemlines, and a Merovingian style gown with low girdle and long sleeves is admired.
Oldest Inhabitant Recalls Boston January Weather Extremes
A local chronicle quotes Boston residents on the coldest January 29 in 1888, six below, and the warmest on record, 56 above in 1867. It lists ten years of high temperatures from 1906 to 1914 and notes official readings for Boston weather through the early 20th century.
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