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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1917
Page
10
A solitary line from Lowell's The Present Crisis urges decisive courage in the face of truth versus falsehood. It contrasts the brave choice with the cowardly stance that hesitates until persecution or downfall arrives.
General Pershing urges soldiers to treat the French with courtesy and restraint highlighting that both the French fighting force and those at home deserve respect. The piece asserts American troops avoid gross excesses and will uphold the nation’s honor as they enter Europe.
The Federal Farm Loan Board approved $12,000,000 in first mortgage loans to farmers at 5 percent through twelve land banks. Up to July 1, 230 farm loan associations were chartered with requests totaling $11,661,905, averaging about $50,000 per association and $250 per loan, serving roughly 18 farmers each. Pending applications total nearly $100,000,000.
The country and farmers acknowledge that anything legitimately aiding increased food production is valuable, and the loans are intended to accomplish this goal.
The government report on crop conditions notes a wheat output of 678 million bushels, winter wheat nearly final, spring wheat uncertain but strong. Corn could reach a record 3.124 billion bushels, with oats hay barley rye and flax also rising. Despite large crops, prices stay high due to strong demand at home and abroad. Our allies need aid, so production must rise and supplies be conserved.
The piece argues against retaliatory bombing of German cities. It notes London raids killed civilians, mainly children, and says such murder cannot justify itself as military action. It cites the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Primate of All England as opposing reprisals.
President Wilson asserts a strong stance to curb American exports including food to neutral European nations aiding Germany. He argues stopping such shipments is essential to end the war and prevent prolonging enemy supplies.
The obituary honors Katherine Abbott Sanborn known as Kate Sanborn for two generations for inspiration and counsel in life and literary understanding. It notes a long life near the Psalmist’s limit and recognition by readers and successors for her enduring impact.
The poem depicts a speaker and a woman strolling on a moonlit beach with dreamy exchanges. The man confesses desire to walk life’s path together, but discovers the woman is engaged and he realizes he is engaged as well.
A blank letterless car pulls into Park Street subway. A man with a glass receptacle of liquid asks directions in garbled speech. The container breaks, liquor spills, and the man asks a stranger to clean up the mess as the car departs.
Governor McCall visits Lancaster and discusses a potential strike while enjoying a Concord farm banquet. Retiring Beverly light keeper Joseph H. Herrick long served in government maritime roles. Arnold Arboretum laurel admired as national flower candidate. Bath 90-year-old John Stewart advocates simple living. Hampden Orrington ferry faces closure amid rising transport options. Cape Cod drift nets report dogfish and whiting abundance. Amesbury lodge members drive 180 miles to cheer sick brother in Groton New Hampshire.
A white haired woman arrives to interview for a salt and cloak department post amid 50 hopefuls. She demands $100 a week, no references, and boasts of past hairdressing sales. The manager hints the role needs a seller. she retorts she is too big for such a small job.
Birthday bio briefs recount Frederick Marryat’s naval career from 1806 service under Lord Cochrane to captaincy in 1815 and command of Rosario in 1821. The piece notes his novels such as Peter Simple and Mr. Midshipman Easy and mentions his death in 18.
The text extols selfless effort and service to the common good. It celebrates doing kind deeds to aid others, savoring life through love and generosity. It likens acts of charity to sunlight brightening the path and describes joy in giving that feeds the hungry and inspires others.
A letter defends Lithuanian people from broad negative claims in Boston Post and Boston American editorials. It urges careful fact gathering before assigning collective responsibility, citing the Norwood sedition case and a Lithuanian death by action to avoid registration. Author Thomas Zillinskis, administrator of St. Peter's Lithuanian Church, calls for fair treatment.
The 19 inch square Kang-he era famille verte vase fetched 30225 to outbid rivals, a record price for porcelain at public sale. It bears four season motifs on a yellow ground and dates from 1662 to 1722 in China.
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