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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1917
Page
9
A reader column argues for conscripting bachelors and matching spouses to strengthen national welfare, while other letters mock the idea. Contributors cite duties to mothers, fairness in wages, and women’s desire for independence against forced unions.
A reader laments tightened budgets from unpaid taxes for single women and supporting a sick family member. She notes daily work, Sunday shifts, and minimal luxuries while caring for relatives. A separate letter argues against killing pets to cut costs, defending a cat cherished as part of the family.
Summer mood lifts Boston and surrounding towns as temperatures rise to near 80 degrees. Residents enjoy sun and warmth, marking a bright shift after a cooler spell.
Sunlit day draws 100000 beachgoers to Revere Beach and Charles River as bathhouses and amusements reopen. City police note record canoeing on the Charles and unprecedented crowds, with water temperatures around 60 at Revere and 52 at L Street baths.
Boston will skip the Bilks parade during the Elks national convention in July. James R. Nicholson says civilians should not parade as the present time. Members will focus on convention business and the questions of the day.
Private Peter Klain of D Company Second Maine Infantry was struck by a train while on guard duty. He died tonight at 19. He was a senior at Norway High School and hailed from Biddeford Maine.
A World War era poem calls Liberty to rise and unite with Britain France Italy and Russia to aid Allies. The speaker urges America to awaken and join the fight to spread liberty and defeat Prussian aggression.
Parents and teachers are advised to read this instructive daily feature. The column offers simple kitchen instructions including a macaroni dish and a delicious pumpkin pie recipe with mashed pumpkin eggs sugar flour milk spices and butter.
A recital by the Albanian Mandolin Orchestra Dodona directed by Thomas BE Massis at Franklin Union Hall Berkeley and Appleton streets drew 750 attendees yesterday. Part of the proceeds will go to Albanian relief work.
A gent should not adjust his attire before ladies and a man should greet strangers before inviting a lady to events. The text urges calling on a stranger in town before an invitation and addressing a torn skirt if spotted even without acquaintance.
The page highlights fashion notes from Rocco clothing, noting skirts that do not flare, pockets and tunic blouses as favorites, and a rule that every frock should feature at least two belts. Jersey is trimmed with serge, evening gowns use taffeta, and color schemes include sapphire blue and gray. The harem or Turkish skirt appears in a new form with frocks featuring multiple collars.
A Chicago girl writes of a loved one's promise to produce her self written play. The piece reflects on girls abroad in arts careers, the risks of premature fame, and advice to pursue solid training before risking youth. The narrator recalls childhood theatre talks with family and mentors.
The poem defends steadfast moral courage and a desire to act in the face of conflict. It rejects fear and delay, urging decisive action to expose wrongdoing and achieve victory through truth. The speaker pledges to follow a higher call until the vandal’s clutch is broken and youth’s soul remains fearless.
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