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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1917
Page
12
The piece argues against a $250,000 popular subscription to duplicate Liberty Enlightening the World as a gift to Russia. It favors immediate spending on munitions for Liberty and Russia, arguing that in the current crisis weapons serve better than a statue, and notes American gratitude to France for past aid.
The writer notes ongoing carnage at railroad grade crossings with three deaths at Bridgton Junction Maine, one at Winnisquam New Hampshire, and another at Framingham Massachusetts. It urges drivers to stop fully at every grade crossing to ensure safety.
Allied investigations claim neutral countries supply Germany with large food imports from the United States enabling an army of about 7.7 million soldiers. The piece argues moral duty to halt such shipments and cites wartime actions by Germany.
The report highlights a drop in British merchant vessels sunk by U boats during the week ending July 1 and notes a turning tide as Allied escorts repel submarine attacks. It asserts the U boats can no longer win the war for Germany and US entry is shifting the conflict, though warning the war continues.
The article argues China has never been a true republic, likening it to Mexico with a few powerful chiefs controlling armies and taxation. It suggests a future with capable leaders serving the people, contrasting China with Russia and predicting a change in time.
The State Department credits ongoing relief efforts with expanding aid to Europe. Secretary Lansing announces that the Joint Distribution Committee has arranged to send funds into all countries under foreign army occupation. Hope remains that Teutonic rulers will permit continuous support without interference.
A two cent per mile fare approved for the Concord Maynard Hudson line by the Public Service Commission draws interest. City riders fear extortion but in rural areas it may be reasonable, supported by clear mile posts and verifiable traveling public evidence.
The Newburyport Shipbuilding Company sues J. Harvey Lang in Suffolk Superior Court alleging he failed to provide money to buy land along the Merrimac river for a planned plant. Lang, formerly of New York and now in Boston, was contracted to supply funds.
A military union event to aid Battery C First Regiment Massachusetts Field Artillery will convene tonight at the Crescent Gardens ballroom near Revere Beach. Canadian and French visiting officers in Boston are slated to attend along with numerous vaudeville artists volunteering their performances.
Quote attributed to The Sphinx column questions readers on personal effort urging self improvement. It appears in a humorous or inspirational section alongside chatter about Newton and Newkirk. The note challenges daily diligence and self discipline.
A columnist from The Observant Citizen replies to a reader proposing a pie crust reuse and indestructible rubber oysters scheme. The exchange mocks the plan, cites past hoaxes, and argues seasoned investors avoid such get rich quick ideas. The piece also shares local anecdotes from Boston about weather, clubs, and civic life.
A poetic piece speaks to a mother about a baby boy’s fleeting infancy. It imagines the child growing into a boy and later facing warlike years, urging affection now as life changes. The verses celebrate the baby’s gentleness while hinting at future challenges.
Martha a lace counter girl in Marion faces a crowded trolley and worry over her father while waiting for a cooking job. A young boy named Bobbykins befriends her, and John, who rescued him, rekindles hope as Martha may become cook and mother to the child. John loans money to Martha’s father. Bobbykins reveals his last name.
The record shows July 6 temperatures in Boston reaching 93 in 1875 and 96 in 1883 with other years recording 95 90 and 101 degrees. The coldest on the date was 60 in 1879. Rain has fallen on this date within the past decade.
A survey of premier European tapestries from the 13th to 16th centuries highlights the finest pieces. It cites a 1912 sale price of 40 000 for a Repose in Egypt panel, notes Morgan and Taylor collections, and mentions Apocalypse panels at Angers and Arras Tournai works.
Poet Walt Mason muses on aging and portliness as he suggests returning to farm work and useful labor during wartime. He imagines spading and gardening as patriotic tasks while acknowledging limitations and the call to serve in any humble role. The piece blends humor with civic exhortation and social commentary.
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