Boston Post holiday edition notice and rates 1917
The Boston Post lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, including U S Canada rates, three and six month terms, foreign price, and postal charge details. It notes office in Boston and payment instructions to avoid sending cash, with checks and money orders payable to POST PUBLISHING CO.
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Return of Nobility and Heritage in Rupert Brooke Verse
Poem venerates the return of nobility and sacred virtues. It speaks of holiness love and pain restored to earth with honor walking among people and a royal wage paid to subjects as a king returns to his realm.
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Rupert Brooke
Not Undeserved UK Move on Conscientious Objectors
The British House of Commons passed an amendment to the electoral bill disfranchising conscientious objectors to the war. The measure argues that those who enjoy the nation's protections must also share its burdens, including sacrificing rights in elections.
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House of Commons
No End Yet to U-Boat Threat Says US Leaders
The surge in British merchant ship sinkings shocks optimistic experts who claimed the danger was over. The United States stresses urgency in building new merchant tonnage and continues rapid efforts despite occasional good submarine records.
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Not Lost in Russian Loans The Shape of Credits
The article argues that U S loans to Kerensky did not vanish but were credits held here for buying supplies. Some credit remains unused and not all goods have moved to Russia, while the United States has not halted exporting those goods.
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Real government to emerge in Russia during turmoil
The text argues a legitimate government will form in Russia despite upheaval, settle national debts, and reassure that funds are not lost. It asserts confidence in an eventual outcome and the restoration of fiscal stability.
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Russia
Beaten foes lash out at initiative and referendum debate
In a heated constitutional convention clash, opponents accuse the I R of being forced on an uninterested Commonwealth. Proponents argue the convention merely places the amendment before voters and note the public record showing support and pledged conduct. The piece labels critics as backsliders while defending the convention’s integrity and the I R issue.
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Corn Prices Spark Public Demand for Hoover Action
Citizens push President Hoover to curb corn profiteering as prices rise amid wheat conservation. The note cites Chicago quotes around 1.16 to 1.25 per bushel versus wheat at over 2.00, harming New England poultry and dairy sectors and threatening livestock herds.
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Johnson seeks wartime exemption from baseball players
The article rebukes President Johnson for asking a general war-service exemption for baseball players. It argues players will not seek immunity and will fulfill duty as Americans, calling the appeal unfair and a blow to organized baseball.
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Come on girls captures by Boston police offer
In a busy crosswalk at Winter and Tremont streets two silver haired grandmothers are helped across by a courteous Boston police officer. Traffic stops, pedestrians smile, and the officer cheered for the kindness shown to the pair as they reach the subway.
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Remarkable Cat Stirs Nanny and Readers in Letter Exchange
A humorous exchange traces a newspaper claim that a gentleman cat became the mother of eight kittens eight kits with three survivors. Readers in Maine and Wakefield weigh in on the feline twist while joking about catagraphical error and the jokesmith’s job.
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Observant Citizen notes flags and wartime tales from Boston era
The column records Berlin Mills displays a black star flag marking fallen soldiers from La Tuque Canada, reports sugar hoarding anecdotes, Red Cross nurse safety, Farragut relics, warm-weather forecasts, efficient knitting feats, a Lawrence mill retooling for government duck yarn, bird sightings near Boston landmarks, a juror incident in Suffolk Court, and a Polish youth in France with family sacrifice, plus stamps and Bath Maine veteran Deering.
The Long Trail Wedding Night Reflections
An elderly couple recalls their life together on their daughter's wedding night. As Margie departs to begin her own journey, John and Alice Marchant reflect on love, hardship, and shared years, acknowledging how their bond shaped all they became.
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Unity Sought for State Guard to Guard Posts
Brigadier General John A. Johnston commander of the Department of the Northeast objects to using regular or national army soldiers for guarding embarkation points and supply centers. He argues this duty should fall to the State Guard.
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Post pays tribute to Y M C A campaign work
The Y M C A National War Work Council chairperson Co F Weed thanks The Post for its generous space aiding the campaign’s successful conclusion in a Boston message dated November 21. The letter expresses deep appreciation from the executive committee and insists the result could not have been achieved without the newspaper’s support.
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Higashi Hongwanji Ropes of Hair Awe Kyoto Visitors
A Kyoto temple displays ropes crafted from human hair donated by Japanese maidens. The Higashi Hongwanji temple uses massive, black ropes to raise its timbers, with the largest rope measuring about a foot and a half in circumference and 86 feet long. Visitors can still see these unusual offerings today.
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Social Etiquette On Introductions And Wedding Trips
In a small town a woman should not introduce two acquaintances unless asked. It is proper to marry at home if possible or travel to a future home for the wedding. Families should cover travel if finances allow. otherwise the groom should fund the trip. A marriage should occur promptly upon arrival. A schoolgirl should avoid invitations from unintroduced young men.
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Edwin A. Grozier
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Boston Post
United States
Miss Champagne
Household Hints for Storing Fresh Vegetables
It is an excellent plan to have cotton bags to store celery lettuce tomatoes and other greens before placing them in the refrigerator. Use cheese cloth bags to keep shelves and the ice box clean and vegetables fresh. L N Crosby 209 Washington street Boston.
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L. N. Crosby
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Weather memories set on Boston November 23 records
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls coldest and warmest temperatures for November 23 in Boston history. He notes 18 degrees in 1875 and 71 degrees in 1913 as extremes, with rain or snow on the date recorded in 1897 1900 1903 1909 and 1916.
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Jade Luck and Fashion Advice From a Quiet Page
A collage of reader notes praises jade as a lucky stone and offers etiquette and style tips. Advice covers dress length for tall figures, baby carriages for spine safety, inviting behavior, autumn color trends, and a note on Douglas Fairbanks and Sessue Hayakawa in upcoming films.
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Hashimura Togo
Paramount Picture. Corporation
Fat America Uncle Walt's Wartime Call to Charity
A WWI era verse laments American prosperity while Europe starves. The speaker urges discipline, sacrificing abundance, shipping aid and funds to fight hunger, fund arms, and support nations struck by conflict as Wilhelm upends peace. Walt Mason voices stern moral appeal.
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Fashion Trends in 19th Century Garments and Silhouettes
The column notes changes in dress with pockets disappearing, chemisettes shirred, and lavender blue favorites. V necklines remain popular while coats stay full and wide. New gowns use panels with taffeta and net, Brodie fabrics show value, and tailored dresses without belts gain favor. A novel envelope skirt defines the era silhouette.
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