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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1918
Page
10
The Boston Post lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, with foreign and Canada options, plus mailing and payment notes. Columns show office address, editorial staff, and notices about payment in advance and discontinuation.
Colonel Gaedke of the German military warns in the Bremen Zeitung that although Americans are advancing to Europe their decisive effect remains uncertain. He recalls France and Britain fighting with a powerful instrument of war for years, arguing that added Allied troops might still struggle to change the outcome against German forces.
Washington reports the Chamberlain bill for a war cabinet to strip presidential powers would linger in committee and not reach the Senate. The author urges an open test of confidence in the President and for Senators to take a clear recorded vote.
The United States reports that 16 large German steam ships seized at the war’s start are now safe in Allied hands after transporting numerous American troops and supplies without incident. The claim counters German attempts to undermine U.S. military capability and counters slander from a Wilserphobian outlet.
The text suggests a ship may indicate Allied involvement and hints at testing the truth of other claims closer to home.
The Voice defends the administration amid war unity, denouncing partisan politics in Washington. It argues Mr. Luce correctly highlights partisanship while noting it is not representative of American sentiment, insisting the public supports the administration and military success.
A Wakefield, Roxbury, Dorchester and Boston set of letters debates who should light the kitchen fires after 13 years of one husband’s routine. Readers name spouses who rise early or sleep in, with playful jabs at domestic roles and a few vows to switch duties.
The column records Costa Rica pottery destined for Harvard Peabody Museum, elk antler events at Franklin Park Zoo, ice fishing yields, a prominent Boston figure’s air travel tale, wheatless bakery trends, a Kingston NY newspaper visit from 1800, and civic life notes from Boston and Wellesley.
Trotzky criticizes German Socialism for not protesting the Belgium invasion as war and militarism overwhelmed the movement. He notes 91 Socialist papers in Germany remained silent while supporting war measures, and even American Socialism barely spoke out.
The judge of the federal criminal court in New York declared he will dispense justice to rich and poor alike, criticizing officials for letting wealthy smugglers pay fines while poorer counterparts face jail. He cited two society women tied to Boston and New York as recent examples of favoritism.
A Berlin professor asserts the Kaiser backs peace by agreement with the Allies and faces furious pan German attacks. He cautions against accepting the attacks as proof of pacifism and questions whose agreement would seal any peace settlement.
The record quotes official figures for January 81st day with 1 above zero in 1908 and warmest 62 degrees in 15, reflecting unusual historical temperature extremes for Boston.
At the Chicago Grand Opera Company concert in the Hippodrome patrons shouted for the Pagliacci pro logue after Riccardo Stracciari was replaced by an aria from The Demon. Auditors, cashiers, and managers discussed whether to proceed with Pagliacci and called for Burnside to ensure the advertised piece was performed.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra will perform Sunday afternoon in Symphony Hall with augmented brass and percussion. The same chorus from the first performance will sing, and soloists May Peterson and Merle Alcock return for the program.
A historic overview of coal and coke, tracing their global development from ancient China to Europe and America. The piece notes early coke production in 1850 America and highlights Belgian Liege ironmasters and British innovations, ending with a caption about a coal dump.
Miss Verris announces a Massachusetts school literary contest with prizes of 500 200 100 and 50 dollars for non graduating students. Francis Gillian and Sarah Mack face rivalry as both claim finalist status while classmates discuss odds and fairness before the June deadline and commencement day reveals the winners.
A humorous meditation on happiness and guilt as life’s ironies. The speaker enjoys modest success and comfort yet feels sorrow for the less fortunate, guided by a conscience that questions pleasure. The piece blends wit with a humane, reflective tone.
A wartime morality piece urges Americans to save coal wool and food to support soldiers. It uses Aesop style fable echoes warning that overeating could trap citizens like a mouse in a hole, letting Germany win. It stresses home front thrift, proper ammunition clothes and supplies.
On commencement day prizes included Ruth Ash of Johnston High School winning second prize of 200 dollars while Dolly Houston Bella Wright also earned prizes at another school. A later hall gathering revealed no themes were received from Frances Gillian and Sarah ack, triggering surprise and explanations among classmates.
The whole class cheered for them and the stars of the class felt repaid as though they had won the first prize.
Practical tips for cleansing brushes with ammonia and cold water. removing ink with salt and lemon juice. rust with lemon and salt. using milk for fresh fruit stains. boiling water for coffee stains. salt for quick beating. kerosene for fire and paint stains. a window shine mix. Includes author contact ALEXANDER C. HEPBURN of Milford New Hampshire.
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