Boston Post May 26 1917 editorial details and contacts
The Boston Post issue from May 26 1917 lists offices at 259 Washington Street Boston Mass and credits Edwin A Grozier as Editor and Publisher. It notes subscription advance payment and discontinuation rules and directs readers to notify the paper if not received regularly.
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Post Publishing Co
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Boston
Mass
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Financial Editors
Newsboy
Edwin A. Grozier
Brazil Enters World War Not By Choice But Need
Brazil joins World War I not as an aggressor but as a necessity, Foreign Minister Pecanha declares. He says Germany forced neutrals into conflict, while Brazil defends itself and humanity against German aggression.
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Brazil
Pecanha
Council of Ministers
Germany
Senor Pecanha
United States
Labor Leader Gompers Declines Stockholm Delegation
President Gompers of the American Federation of Labor declines invitations to appoint delegates to a trade union congress in Stockholm. He notes the congress would meet with a Socialist peace conference under German influence and says the State Department has refused US passports for delegates. He sees no benefit in participation.
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American Federation of Labor
Stockholm
State Department
United States
Wilson Proclaims Red Cross Week for National Fund
In his dual role as President and Red Cross head, Mr. Wilson proclaims a Red Cross Week in June calling on Americans to donate for the nationwide relief effort. A $100,000,000 goal is outlined as the funds needed to support service for those serving at home and abroad, with Canada cited as having a $16,000,000 fund.
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United States
American Red Cross
Wilson
Washington
Canada
Red Cross
Newt
Officials Warn of Food Surplus Risk Amid Record Crops
New York Foods and Markets Commissioner John J. Dillon warns of a likely crop surge, especially potatoes, risking waste and lower prices that could lead farmers to reduce 1918 acres. He, however, supports current efforts to increase food production.
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United States
John J. Dillon
Attending to Emergent Effects
Readable fragments discuss handling effects as they appear to require attention. The note emphasizes timely care and reactive measures to emerging issues.
Bonds Worth While for Liberty Loan Investment
The article argues patriotic and financial reasons to buy Liberty Loan bonds at 3 1/2 percent interest. It cites Jacob H. Schiff praising the tax free 3 1/2 to 4 percent bonds, notes potential premium if war ends soon, and that big financiers are flocking to the Liberty Loan as a model for ordinary citizens.
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Jacob H. Schiff
New York
United States
The Observant Citizen Notes Odd Inquiries and Local Happenings
A long column of letters and sketches covers curious questions from readers, animal remedies, a spry 94-year-old artist, local farming, a poplar New England persona, and town notes from Boston area scenes. The piece mixes humor with small-town life and memos on local events and sightings.
The Costliest Bureau in the World from Louis XV Era
The ornate French bureau commode attributed to Caffieri sold for 31000 at Hamilton Palace dispersal. The piece reflects Louis XV luxury after Louis XIV, with gilt bronze mountings, sweeping curves, and elaborate inlays. Over time the bureau evolved from desk to wardrobe chest, shifting from drawing room to bedroom use.
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Hamilton Palace
Louis XIV
France
Brest
Boulle
Louis
Louis XV
The High Cost Of Onions
A federal grand jury indictment targets over four score corporations and individuals for conspiring to monopolize interstate onion trade. The National Onion Association advised continuous movement of onions, raising producer prices from two to fifteen cents at retail while using about 80 cars daily to circulate stock.
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Department of Justice
National Onion Association
War Time Rail Service Cuts Hit Passenger Runs
Wartime necessity drives railroads to shed unprofitable passenger trains and excursions. Freight demand and coal limits force recastings of schedules with mixed freight‑passenger trains where possible. The National Defence Council urges efficiency for common good amid public patience tests.
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The
National Defence Council
Harvard Students Sail to France for Exams at Sea
A group of 25 Harvard students will depart New York on June 2 for France to perform ambulance driving. They will take their final college exams during the Atlantic voyage, with the usual Harvard exams ongoing and a university proctor accompanying to supervise.
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Harvard
New York
France
Atlantic
State employees to buy liberty bonds on instalment plan
State Treasurer Charles L. Burrill outlines a program allowing state employees to purchase liberty bonds through a 12 installment scheme. Deductions would come from monthly salaries.
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Charles L. Burrill
Household Hints for Kitchen Stove and Fireplace Use
Rub the stove with sand paper to remove old blacking and grease and smooth the surface. Cover the fireplace with ashes at night. in the morning you will have a fine bed of coals to start a new fire.
The Soldier's Farewell by Walt Mason 1917
A poem in wartime voice where a soldier bids farewell to his fiancé Miranda Jane. He vows to serve his country with chivalric imagery of armor and weapons, acknowledges a postponed wedding, and graces his vow with devotion to country over love, ending with a kiss before departure.
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Miranda Jane
Walt Mason
Ty George Matthew Adams
Mother Knew Best Ends With Farm Girl Realizing Love
Elizabeth Arnold rebelled against her mother and sought a flirtatious city life with Joe Harris. After heartbreak and isolation she met him again on returning home and chose a simple farm life, confessing deceptions and earning her mother's forgiveness.
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Joe Harris
Louise
Elizabeth Arnold
Elizabeth
Fashion Notes From The Season Of New Coats And Dresses
Coats appear in three lengths long three quarter and short. The Magerle dress reappears with this racing season. Apple green is a popular shade in soft fabrics. Suspender dresses gain modest popularity. A dull surface charmeuse debuts for black wraps. Bridesmaids carry single large roses on very long stems. Half length coats feature short waist directoire bodies. Three piece outfits include sleeveless bolero jackets.
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Walsted Directoire
Oldest Inhabitant Recalls Boston May Weather Extremes
The Boston resident cites historical temperatures for May 26. He notes 39 degrees in 1882 as the coldest on record, 44 degrees in 1907 as the coldest in recent years, and high readings of 81 to 93 degrees on various years with rain on the date in 1902 1904 1907 1912 and 1915.
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