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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1916
Page
18
The amendment to the army bill raises aeroplane funding from 1,222,100 to 3,222,100, a step toward modern air power. The piece argues for immediate, robust air scouting and fighting capability, especially along the Mexican border, noting past neglect and current congressional awareness.
The article reports a real Russian push under Brusiloff into Austrian territory with captures, prisoners, and booty. It notes pro German skeptics' denial and Berlin conceding initial success, warning the central powers face a rising eastern threat demanding German reinforcement.
The Massachusetts Supreme Court affirms a Public Service Commission directive against Western Union and United Mail Company to provide a Boston broker with NYSE ticket service. The court holds the telegraph firm distributes stock quotes on its own, independent of the Exchange’s approval.
A court deems as void a contract that excludes a broker at the instruction of the Exchange. The ruling supports fair dealing and prevents exclusionary practices. The decision underscores the authority of exchange oversight in maintaining competitive access.
Massachusetts faces a funding question as about four to five thousand militia members head to the southern border. While federal pay begins, families lose income. the piece argues the Commonwealth should supplement with state pay to support wives and children, propose funding methods, and urge official action.
The federal government is expected to pay Boston 150000 for the quarantine station slated for transfer. Critics question the omission and restoration of the appropriation, but the piece argues the city deserves compensation for property valued higher than the sum.
A courtly tale blends a prank on a teacher with Richard II’s rise and Bolingbroke’s usurpation. The piece pairs a schoolroom anecdote about Miss M- and James with an excerpt tracing Richard II’s downfall, Bolingbroke’s triumph, and Shakespearean scenes of London reception and Pomfret imprisonment.
A Naval and Military Record writer, Berlin correspondent, says Wilson has reduced German U boat activity since the Sussex note and calls it a success. He contrasts this with American critics who claim Wilson has achieved nothing in foreign affairs and that Britain alone stopped the submarines. He asks for scrutiny of those claims.
A Waterville Sentinel item laments a man losing a set of false teeth at the Lockwood Mill area and invites the finder to claim reward at 4 Bridge Street. The old tongue in cheek column muses on the drama of missing teeth and the impracticality of finding such a unique object.
The article notes smooth mobilization of state militia quotas, praising Massachusetts for contributing a larger force relative to population than other states. It highlights a Boston parade showing the National Guard’s high readiness due to regular army cooperation, and states the 1916 Guard is a different force from 1898, ready for future calls.
The Oldest Inhabitant notes the warmest June day reaching 92 degrees in 1909 and the coolest 48 degrees in 1881. He adds that the last decade has seen no rain on this date, while rainfall occurred on June 22 for six consecutive years prior.
In a comic color feature, Colonel Corn asks how far a candidate can run on a nickel, prompting playful speculation about campaign stamina and spending limits in the upcoming Sunday Post.
The column covers sun setting times and Venus when seen after sunset, Bostonian Society diary extracts from Civil War era showing women sewing for troops, Mrs Goble leading fly suppression efforts, a fisherman letter about rainy days, Dr. William Gulliver's mission to Newfoundland, a citizenship ceremony in Ware with a witty judge, Old People's Association gathering highlights, and Henry Turner praised as Norwell's long-time Sunday school leader.
A young 18 year old writes asking how to handle a forbidden romance with a man three years older. The column advises patience, suggests her mother’s support could sway her father, warns against secret meetings harming reputation, and urges involving her mother to help influence the father.
A reader asks how US army officer salaries compare with Britain and Germany. Probed figures show General officers in the United States earn about 8000 yearly versus 6326 in Britain and 3223 in Germany. US captains earn 2400 versus 102 in Britain and 1096 in Germany, with European officers receiving substantial allowances beyond base pay.
A 1916 admonition on shop efficiency urges firing the lazy or sour employees who spread gloom. It argues that teamwork and a motivated staff are essential for a business to succeed, warning that one discontented person can spoil morale.
The excerpt notes Dison's metrical version of Psalm XXIII and Addison's hymn line about a shepherd’s care. It includes a query about joining the Plattsburg training camp and a would be soldier addressing the New England enrolment headquarters at 42 Water Street, Boston.
Silk and metal embroideries replace fur on sports jerseys. Larkspur blue and mayflower pink decorate bridesmaids gowns. The straight from throat to hem appears in chic dresses. Sheer collars in flesh, white or violet. A double round muslin collar with a deep back point for tailored suits. A middy resembles a Chinaman's shirt in yellow silk. Corn color with poppy red pairs boldly. A touch of blue on bridal gowns is a fad. A fichu sometimes falls below the waist to the skirt bottom. New jumper dresses appear.
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