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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1916

Page

18

Boston Post 1916 subscription rates and office details

The Boston Post announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, including U S and Canada, foreign and domestic options, and specific district pricing. It lists office address, editorial staff, and notes payment and mailing specifics. The note cites The Fourth Estate claiming large circulation.

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Massachusetts Legislature Prominent in May 27 Protection Parade

The Massachusetts General Court is expected to join the May 27 parade marching through Boston. The focus will be on symbolism for national protection as Boy Scouts and cadets lead with military presence. Female contingents may draw attention with appearance. The event highlights state influence and principle.

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Gore’s Neutrality Resolution Draws Fire

The article questions Senator Gore’s push for a Congress backed pledge to support the president in neutrality aims and a permanent peace. It notes his lack of foreign relations committee membership and doubts any public need for his intervention.

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East Side Tribute to Sholem Aleichem Draws 50000

Tenor of the funeral on the East Side honors the humorous writer known as the Jewish Mark Twain. A vast crowd of 50 000 mourners offered silent, mournful tribute, reflecting how his works brightened lives amid poverty and hardship. The procession underscored the community’s deep appreciation for his cultural contributions.

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Loans to Farmers Passes in House to Create Rural Credits

The House of Representatives approved a bill to create a national system of rural credits by a 295 to 10 vote, aligning with a Senate plan. It aims to support agriculture through practical means, fostering cooperation and providing ready resources to bolster this vital industry.

House of Representatives Washington Senate

Production Push Promises Wider Prosperity for All

A call for boosted output argues that higher production will bring broader prosperity. The appeal targets workers and communities, urging faster investment and policy support to lift living standards and national growth.

Washington pressure grows on Britain over mail seizures

The United States readies a strong protest over Great Britain's continued confiscation of first class mail and parcel post at sea. Secretary Lansing notes international law and Hague norms protect mail, and vows a vigorous note to deter further interference and preserve U S friendship.

Washington Lansing Great Britain United States High Seas

Senatorial Courtesy Forces Rublee Rejection

The Senate rejects George Rublee for the Federal Trade Commission not on merit but because a New Hampshire senator holds a personal grudge. The move reflects partisan friction and questions the use of senatorial courtesy in presidential appointments and Progressive party dynamics.

United States Senate George Rublee Federal Trade Commission New Hampshire

General Scott Sees Improved Mexican Situation

General Scott returns to Washington convinced the Mexican crisis is easing. He reports full understanding between U S troops and Carrancistas and close cooperation with our forces. He expects a peaceful resolution to border issues, noting his view as a military officer not a civilian official.

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The Shame of Texas on the Waco Lynching

The editorial condemns the Waco lynching of a Negro suspect as brutal and unlawful. It argues Texas must confront its own mob violence while noting the offenders faced little chance of arrest or punishment, contrasting with Mexican stereotypes.

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Harvard Students Form Wilson Club

Harvard University students formed the Woodrow Wilson Club to back President Wilson over the Democratic party. Postmaster William J. Murray, Harvard College graduate, and Chairman Michael A. O'Leary spoke at a recent meeting outlining plans. Some students favored naming the club the Democratic Club, but most supported Wilson in the coming campaign.

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Motorcycle ban shocks Elkhart plumbers meeting

At an Elkhart plumbers meeting a member praised motorcycles as a first aid to plumbing work, claiming doubled daily output. The room jeered and a motion to bar motorcycle use was passed unanimously with a $5 fine for violators.

Elkhart Ile Elkhart Plumbers

Bull in the China Shop Visit Shocks Vermont Home

A yearling bull from a George Morrill drove cattle into the George Goodenough home in Centre Village. The animal wandered through the barn and kitchen into the dining and living rooms, shattered a bay window, and left blood on the carpet. Mrs. Goodenough survived the surprise, while neighbors used humor to describe the manners of the guest cow.

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State Your Business And Beat It

A terse editorial or advisory note urges decisive action in negotiations, claiming patience costs and warning that delays benefit the other party. The line emphasizes urgency and leverage in bargaining contexts.

Conduct Unbecoming a Strap Hanger Member

A reader complains of a fellow Strap Hangers' Union member who swiped a strap on a crowded streetcar and warned the author to stay away. The letter argues for brotherly conduct among union members and questions the other man’s loyalty and dues.

Newt Strap Hangers’ Union Saugus Lodge Whitman Mass Knutty

Brutus Triumphs in Brighter Shadow of Caesar

The article weighs Julius Caesar's final act and Philippi battle, praising Brutus and Shakespeare. It notes Octavius and Antony defeat Cassius and Brutus, Brutus death, then Antony’s eloquence. Brutus is hailed as nobler, while history’s pages seem dull beside Shakespeare. Beginning Tomorrow Pictures of The Tempest.

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Unbecoming conduct alleged in Saugus lodge case

A Saugus lodge member faces scrutiny for unbecoming conduct toward another member with possible expulsion. The article cites Article 13 of the lodge constitution about shared hang straps in crowded cars and notes internal disciplinary steps.

Dandelions Outscore All Garden Foes in Verse

Uncle Walt Mason lampoons garden woes as dandelions triumph over ruined blooms. The speaker laments failed roses tulips and ferns while dandelions persist with yellow pride, mockingly suggesting gardeners would kill for such pests.

Netherlands Walt Mason Adams Newspaper Service

Breakup Advice for a Broken Heart in Young Love

A reader asks how to handle a deep affection that has soured as his partner seeks other men. The response urges severing the relationship, ending the courtship, and moving on. It suggests returning any valuables only if she agrees, otherwise let it go to avoid further harm to self-respect.

James Wheeler Wheeler

Questions to the Editor on Maps Bible Numbers and State Budgets

Letters discuss Oklahoma’s statehood and designation as Indian Territory before 1907. Another writer asks if the Bible marks the number 18 as evil, with Esther cited as salvation. A Maine reader lists legislative stipends for New England states, noting several amounts per year term or day.

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