The Boston Post subscription page details and rates
The 1915 Boston Post announces subscription terms for daily and Sunday editions, rates for U S and Canada, vacation mailing options, postal notes, and payment instructions. It lists editors and department contacts and notes payment in advance with no cash sent.
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Atrocities Claims Stir Global Alarm Over German Advances
The Bryce Commission report and Austro-Hungarian foreign ministry charges recount brutal acts by Germans in occupied provinces. Alleged cruelties include crucifixion and tongued-out prisoners, drawing sharp debate on fact versus imagination amid wartime history.
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Bryce Commission
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Austria
Sherman
Submarine Advances Signal New Era in Warfare
A Washington report says a Bridgeport built submarine can cross the Atlantic and return without refueling. The craft reportedly has a 6000 mile radius and may dominate the seas if trials prove durable, amid a push to outrun European advances.
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Massachusetts share in Washington memorial drive
Massachusetts commits to a substantial contribution to the national civic hall memorial for George Washington. Samuel K. Powers, chair of the state advisory council, issued a prospectus featuring the architect’s Elyte bell and the plan to fund via statewide subscriptions.
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George Washington
Massachusetts
Samuel K. Powers
Massachusetts fund seeks broad support for state glory
The passage urges every town in Massachusetts to contribute to a statewide fund. It notes that wealthy donors will be welcomed, with Hon. William A. Gaston serving as treasurer for large subscriptions.
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Massachusetts
Commonwealth
William A. Gaston
Orduna attack deepens US ire over German submarine actions
The Orduna incident underscores the aggression of German submarines attacking a neutral passenger liner without warning. The unarmed ship, carrying no contraband, was struck as it left England, with no casualties among noncombatants. President Wilson is expected to respond firmly, questioning Germany’s intent to respect American rights at sea.
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Subarine
Beef supply in peril as exports rise and cattle gro wth stalls
The article notes rising beef exports and lagging Western cattle production. It highlights 121 million pounds exported in 11 months versus 5 million the prior year, suggests possible embargo if supplies tighten, and cites Southern states improving cattle tick control as a path to domestic beef growth. It discusses government support and potential calf killing prohibitions.
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Du Pont Orders Explosive Sales Limited After Outrages
The Du Pont Powder Company of Delaware issues an employee directive restricting explosives sales to trusted customers. The policy covers thousands of clerks and managers nationwide and aims to curb illicit access amid the Holt-Muenter outrages, with calls for similar reform across other explosives makers.
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Delaware
Holt-Muenter
The Reason Why I Love Her
A poem by Newton Newkirk extols a beloved woman for her inner goodness over outward charm. The lyric praises consistent virtue and kindness, contrasting societal glamour with the quality that endears the speaker. The chorus celebrates affection for a good heart over fashion and status.
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Mirthful Quote Reflects Town Belief in Mew’s Feet
Local witticism centers on a saying about a "mew" and the habit of worrying about its feet. The quip illustrates the community’s affection for playful dialect and humorous observation.
Decorative Upholstery Company seeks painter for life like upholstery imitator
Public notice from N N proposes forming The Decorative Upholstery Company to create painted imitation upholstery for chairs sofas beds and car seats. It seeks an artist skilled in lifelike faux upholstering paints brushes provided and eight hour days with Saturday afternoons off. Stock @ 5 per share to be offered after incorporation with artful share certificates and curb listing.
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Inhabitant Recalls Boston July Heat Records
The oldest Boston resident recalls extreme July temperatures dating back to 1875 to 1881 with official highs and lows. He notes the hottest and coolest points over the past decade, citing varied conditions from clear skies to showers and cloudy days.
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Boston
Mercury
Fragmentary Old Dialect Exchange on Honeymook Meaning
A father explains a term honeyarcan and honeymook in a fragmentary archaic dialogue. He suggests it refers to a man s life and a wife supplied for a long life, with the meaning hinted but unclear.
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Napoleon's Italian Tour and Brienne Remembrance
A historical account recounts Napoleon Bonaparte’s visit to Boulogne to supervise a large fleet, his March 186 march into northern Italy, and his Brienne stop where he reconnected with his past. It notes his self coronation at Milan, Marengo troop review, and family tensions with Lucien Jerome and Josephine, including a violent clash over a watch.
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Observant Citizen notes from New England life and lore
A column blending local anecdotes and curiosities from Boston and nearby towns. Highlights include college finance hints, ivy turning to Harvard color, Professor Woodman’s 84th birthday, dogfish and eel notes, Mt Washington's new station, Malden’s flooding, Mt Auburn cactus displays, and a Roxbury couple’s 30th anniversary trip recalling their first honeymoon.
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Tired Uncle Walt Sees Strain on the Merchant as Demands Grow
Poem in 1915 verse portrays a weary business man besieged by public demands and schemes. Walt Mason mocks charitable pressure while noting poverty and civic projects pressing for funds.
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Walt Mason
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When Should a Young Man Go Steady Without Marriage
A reader asks if a 20 year old should date a slightly older woman with no marriage intent. Mildred Champagne advises careful pacing to avoid misunderstanding and notes social double standards may harm friendship and potential marriage.
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Fads and Fashions Paragraph Highlights
Pagoda sunshades with long handles. Crinoline straw hats trimmed with wild flowers. Smocking on Georgette crepe blouses. Putty-colored linen suits give Parisian tailoring. Green linen jacket with white voile details.
Fashion Notes: Skirts Coats and Hats Set Trends
A style roundup highlights chiffon skirts edged with velvet and posies, wide crown felt tams for motoring, and mushroom hats in colored linen for country wear. Pinafore dresses rebound for girls, four tier skirts stitch each tier, blue serge dresses gain black taffeta trim, and white chinchilla coats sparkle with silk braid.
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