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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1919
Page
10
The Boston Post announces an untrammeled forum on Ireland's status starting March 30 1919. Readers may submit letters and statements critiquing Wilson and Britain, with guidelines to keep debates civil and nonsectarian. Editor notes the page will publish signed contributions.
Letters from readers argue Ireland’s national status and the proper international approach. One writer asserts Ireland’s enduring national identity and warns a great man should show consistency, while others propose solutions including Ireland joining the League of Nations, adopting a Monroe Doctrine-like stance, supporting agricultural development, and fostering neighborly goodwill with England.
Co. H. Miller argues Ireland needs internal development of industry and resources. He urges Irishmen abroad to return and invest and guide youth, claiming domestic effort outperforms外 outside criticism. He cites a sizable local investment as more effective than political action over years.
Editor proposes Ireland gain complete freedom from England as a right supported by a majority in a popular election. England would cultivate Ireland as a mutual partner in commerce and industry, making Ireland an ally of England.
A Boston correspondent argues Ireland was anti British from the start, praising Germany as an ally while citing Sinn Fein unrest and conscription refusal. He urges Irish-Americans to focus on American interests and calls for deportation of those raising foreign issues, labeling them IWW qualifiers.
Margaret Doherty Ryan of 89 Moore Street East Boston argues for Ireland’s place in the League of Nations. She recalls past loyalties, urges Washington to consider liberty for every nation, and asks the United States to back Ireland’s cause, promising to forget the bitterness of past years.
A letter argues for a republican government by recounting Ireland's grievances against England. The writer cites Cromwell’s cruelties, torture of sexes and ages, and ongoing persecutions from 1840 to 1915, urging decisive action to address historic indignities.
Ex lieutenant Dennis argues for Irish self government and a republican system while cautioning against British tactics. He praises Irish unity and calls for provincial equality in trade and industry. He notes Donegal's view on a League of Nations as a path to independence and neutrality, skeptical of Sinn Fein stance. Springfield, March 30.
A correspondent argues for muzzling noisy Irish figures in America who backed Germany during wartime. He praises loyal Irish Americans while condemning Sinn Fein and Friends of Irish Freedom, urging moderation and reconciliation to settle Ireland’s question without violence.
A third generation American of Irish descent denounces anti Irish agitation and urges a forum on what can be done for the Irish in America He argues loyalty to the United States and calls for declaring Irish Americans as fully American over hyphenated identity. He asserts 100 percent Americanism and warns of social and business ostracism from disloyal talk.
Boston lawyer J F Barry in verse advocates Ireland's claims on American gratitude and requests humane treatment in crisis. The poem traces Ireland’s peaceful past, its great schools and saints, and notes historic clashes with neighbors and rulers.
An impassioned meditation traces Ireland’s long struggle for freedom from medieval conquest to modern exile. It links Irish resilience to Puritan ties with England, notes Boston tea party and Irish fighters, and envisions a future where Ireland and Britain share justice and liberty for all.
An elderly American woman condemns American attitudes toward Ireland urging support for Ireland's freedom. She praises the Boston Post for openness and calls for aid to the underprivileged, noting Ireland’s loyal defense of the United States.
Evangelist Thompson, known for harp performances, opened a three weeks revival at Dudley Street Baptist Church yesterday. He spoke with Pastor Dr Stair about the revival plans and will lead meetings through the period.
A Somerville resident praises the upcoming sail of delegates to Paris, expressing gratitude for their mission and petitioning divine aid for success. The note closes with a blessing and signature.
The letter writer urges non intervention in Ireland and British affairs, reflecting postwar isolationist sentiment. Meanwhile Rev. George Thompson, the Harp Evangelist, opens a three week revival at Dudley Street Baptist Church, continuing nightly through Easter, with the sermon drawn from the Raising of Lazarus.
Everett W. Lord and the National Civic Federation collaborate to place returning war nurses in factory emergency rooms required by a new nurse law. Boston University offers free factory nursing courses to qualify for positions, with April 14 target for course start and May 1 as the compulsory factory ER deadline.
In New York the Tidewater Boatmen's Union, part of the harbor strike coalition, voted to take a $110 monthly wage with the same working conditions as before. The eight hour day remains the main demand. Thomas J. Delahunty, president of the Marine Workers' Affiliation, says the decision won't affect other unions' strikes and will be reviewed at tomorrow's strike committee meeting.
Colonel Keville now leads the 1st Ammunition Train of the 26th Division after promotion from lieutenant colonel. A cable confirms Mrs Wireville that he will leave for Brest and be home soon. The 1200-man train departs Brest on the Matsonia by April 9, with other units aboard.
The Norwegian ship Yola, blown ashore by a gale Friday night near the Bay Ridge Narrows, was floated today. The Yola arrived March 27 from Philadelphia to load cargo for Buenos Ayres.
Major-General Sir Frederick Maurice director of military operations arrives in Boston to deliver a Sym phony Hall lecture on how the war was won He gives his expert view on Hungary conditions and the peace treaty stating his belief that German threats are empty rhetoric.
General Maurice says Hungary Germany revolt needs few tanks and air power. Central powers are exhausted militarily and ready to surrender. He warns against underestimating risks of peace terms and urges rush of food and treaty signing but predicts Germany would sign when pressed.
Captain Ugo d Annunzio announces design and start of building a small flivver aircraft priced at $1260. It will have a wing span under one foot, fly about 12 hours at 10 mph, and carry a 165 pound passenger. The first flight is expected at the Atlantic City air meet on May 1.
The Lettish National Association in Putnam Hall Roxbury last night passed resolutions in favor of the League of Nations. Speakers included Inspector McKay of the United States Shipping Board and Peter Rose and John Bersweck. Rose attacked Bolshevism.
Ad touts Musterole as fast relief for neuralgia and headaches by rubbing on temples and neck. Claims drawing out inflammation and soothing pain with oil of mustard in white ointment format. Also lists uses for sore throat bronchitis croup stiff neck asthma lumbago sprains and bruises with jars priced at 6c 60c and 2.50.
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