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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1918
Page
10
The article harshly critiques the German leader’s latest appeal to the nation, arguing he and his Potsdam circle center the self over the fatherland. It accuses him of repeated selfish rhetoric and places dynastic concerns above collective sacrifice, stressing the callousness of his stance.
The article honors doctors and nurses for ten days of quiet heroism during a spreading epidemic. They faced depleted ranks due to overseas calls, worked tirelessly, and offered no complaints. The piece pledges to remember their sacrifices and uphold professional traditions in crisis.
Mayor Peters volunteers for an experimental anti influenza serum to aid city health. Dr Timothy J Leary leads the trial with a risk acknowledged by the mayor and praise from peers for civic duty. If results prove effective and safe, the vaccine may be adopted widely.
The note muses that periodically beings arise to save humanity and expresses cautious optimism that this pattern continues to hold true.
A surprising push for the Fourth Liberty Loan comes from China with Shanghai leading a strong promotional drive. Chinese chambers of commerce back the loan and subscriptions in Shanghai reached 250000 dollars, as newspapers urge Americans to join in funding the war effort.
Officials report about 900 girls ill with influenza and urge minimal social calls. Citizens should avoid Information calls unless needed, use the directory for numbers, and limit long distance to emergencies to ease toll lines and aid workers.
The article cites Chancellor Bonar Law declaring the Kaiser's dream of a German middle eastern empire ended. Bulgaria surrenders and will not fight further, Turkey may quit the conflict, and Austria observes Allies advancing from the southeast. The piece argues final settlement will deny autocratic expansion in the east.
The editorial praises George W. Anderson of the Interstate Commerce Commission as a candidate for United States circuit judge to replace Justice Dodge. It lauds his public service, impartial bench approach, and progressive temperament under President Wilson, arguing he would benefit the federal judiciary and the masses.
A letter writer asks Professor Newkirk for views on whether the earth is round or flat. The exchange recalls a Boston teacher’s lesson about gravity and apples, ending with a nostalgic tale of schoolyard memory and a defender of the earth’s roundness.
An observant citizen notes barber shops now offer little scent due to wartime shortages. He recalls a bygone ritual of bay rum, brilliantine, scented powders, and cologne, all discontinued, while also sharing a letter on simplified spelling and dictionary usage by major authorities.
A Boston firm led by Mr. Hill hires Lurine, a 22 year old stenographer, after she hides youth with a gray wig. She proves capable in a high pressure private secretary role during the Liberty Loan campaign and earns Mr. Hill’s trust.
A 1918 verse from the Songs of Sunshine celebrates a land of Do Without then Just Enough. It contrasts hardship with patient grace and hopeful stars while urging quiet resilience and cheerful outlook amid trials.
A brief appeal urges readers to buy bonds today to fund a victory effort. The message emphasizes immediate action and collective support through bond purchases.
The columnist recalls Boston temperatures with official figures showing 83 degrees on October 3 in 181 and 1914 and a coldest reading 5 above in 1899. Rain on this date has not occurred in Boston in the past decade.
A concise wartime appeal urges readers to support the war effort by buying Liberty bonds today, promising that financial backing is a direct substitute for front-line service.
A feature on Chateauroux France noting its mid country location and wartime role. It highlights the large Issoudun American flying field nearby, the tobacco factory and coarse cloth manufactories serving the army, and the historic Deols gateway with a Benedictine abbey's once grand church.
The piece outlines how a woman should begin a social letter on the first page with the fold left, continue to the third page, and finish on the second, with a fourth page for very long conclusions. It also notes that a young woman should simply acknowledge a dance offer, or decline with a reason, and suggests a conciliatory call if misunderstandings arise.
Charles Franklin Jones urges citizens to give their all in war efforts, recalling a Boston Post idea that each day end with I HAVE DONE TO DAY THE VERY BEST I COULD TO HELP MY COUNTRY. He envisions a faster victory and a stronger postwar United States through daily personal sacrifice and national devotion.
Letters discuss the correct pronunciation and location of Saloniki in Greece, Old Style versus New Style dating for Columbus Day and Thanksgiving, usage of always versus all ways, Wilson as a lawyer, Alsace Lorraine size, and the plural of spoonful with references to dictionary forms. Personal names are AMT Ww TL N.
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