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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1918
Page
8
The Supreme Court limits a patentee's right to fix resale prices, ruling cannot reserve contract rights in resale. The decision affects dealers and buyers of patented goods, ending price fixing in retail sales and potentially lowering costs for consumers.
George L. Meyer’s life spanned a public service career from Boston’s municipal council to three terms as Speaker of the Massachusetts House, to a Washington Cabinet role, and diplomatic postings in Rome and St. Petersburg. He was known for sound judgment and dedication to American democratic traditions and local community ties.
Administrator Garfield issues a strict schedule for coal traffic. Dealers must report what they sell and buyers must declare on hand, consumption, and needs. False statements carry up to a $5000 fine or two years in prison under the Lever Act.
A brief note describes a deterrent effect aimed at people who excessively fill their bins, warning that overfilling leads to penalties or corrective action. The item emphasizes community standards and enforcement practices regarding waste disposal.
The article analyzes the railway control bill and the war finance corporation proposal as foundational to wartime industry and financing. It notes government takeover of railroads easing fear of funding shortages and explains how the bills would enable railroads to raise funds and industrials to access capital for war work, shaping the next Liberty Loan drive.
Franz Sigels group plans to mobilize German American societies to sign a resolution sent to Germany by airplane calling for overthrow of autocracy and the creation of a democratic government. The movement denounces German military rule while stressing loyalty to the United States and the war effort.
Berlin reports Stockholm sources say Finnish leaders asked the Kaiser to name his fifth son Prince Oscar as king of Finland. Finns favor republican government but may have pressed after Berlin hints. The move echoes Napoleonic practice and raises concern over royalist precedent.
Historical notes document Boston temperature extremes for March 11. Officials list 11 above in 1885 and 12 above in 1874 as warm records, with zero in 1900 and a warm 62 degrees in 18 percent. The record also notes rain or snow on this date in 1888 and 1917.
A poem by Newton Newkirk and Kenneth L. Roberts declares the United States will not be defeated in World War I. It extols Uncle Sam, Yankee drums, and the hardy American manpower, predicting continued fighting strength through hardship and eventual victory.
The writer notes Easter is early this year compared with two years ago, while snowdrifts may replace blooms on the Public Garden. They mark the tercentenary of Belvoir witches burning and joke about beliefs in witchcraft and fortune selling love potions in Boston.
A humorously written letter from Napoleon Gomo of St Albans Vt laments family illness and praises his daughter Neflette who helps with chores while the sick child recovers. The piece includes Observant Citizen items on Portsmouth shipbuilding, Mary D March of Whalom aiding Red Cross, and local garden notes plus a Florida visit.
A quirky reflection on charity starting at home and jealousy and luck among the rich. The lines contrast social status with humor about patched clothes and outdated attire, voiced in a satirical tone.
A Lynn creator promotes a Toe-Nail Protector device to prevent toenail damage to socks. The author invites interested readers to donate a certified check to fund development and says they will connect back to the inventor.
A reflective verse on duty and personal growth celebrates completing work with skill and joy. The speaker links daily effort, laughter, music, and sun to becoming a worthy man. The piece emphasizes discipline, dedication, and steady progress.
Quick care and cooking tips include heating a knife to cut fresh bread, brushing milk on pie tops before baking, soaking pots in soapy water to kill worms, placing slips in water to root, making window glass shine with alcohol, hanging sweaters to prevent shape loss, and crafting chemigettes by trimming sailor collars from worn waists.
Birthday bio brief notes John Doran born in London on March 11 1807. He translated major foreign authors for the Bath Journal at a young age and published a memoir of Maria Therese Charlotte Duchess of Angouleme at age 45. He loved English history and court life writing Monarchs Retired from Business and The History of Court Fools. He edited Notes and Queries and died in London in 1878.
The herring remains inexhaustible with an estimated 3,000,000,000 herrings caught annually. Norway leads world catchers with fishermen from Britain, France, and Germany following. American landings reach about 125,000,000 pounds yearly. Other herring relatives like shad and sardine contribute to supply and value, while alewife and menhaden yield substantial money in markets. Tomorrow's Picture: A Grape Fruit Tree.
Mary Watkins of Riverdale Farm toys with a playful egg message hoping for a knight to rescue romance. A handsome boarder named Harry Chapman arrives, bringing new possibilities for Love and dreams to the farm and its two sisters.
Wartime admonition urging comrades to wear a cheerful face and boost morale. Poet Walt Mason urges not to spread gloom, praising steadfastness, courage, and trust in soldiers as the war effort continues.
The author urges a decisive victory over Germany to secure a lasting peace and questions any mercy or binding treaty with the foe. Citing Patrick Henry, the piece warns treaties would be broken and likens Germany to a “mad dog” that must be cut or killed to prevent future war.
The couple Mary and Harry grow close during a sunlit summer as he helps with chores and shows no pretension. On a moonlit eve he plans to ask a life changing question, and ends with a kiss inspired by a note on an eggshell.
Reader notes a six point star in the United States seal before 1842 and in early flags, while the editor confirms five point stars are now used exclusively. A separate letter asks about Prussia’s share of German land and cultivable area and whether radium is used in luminous watch dials.
A reader asks about an insult and a boss relation using barnacle as a clue. The answer defines barnacle as a useless office fixture and notes it is a decision for the worker and employer. The second query asks about Joan of Arc's flag. it was a white flag with gold embellishments, not the modern red white and blue.
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