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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
16
The Boston Post edition issued October 14 1915 presents daily newspaper content from the Independent Democratic publication. It lists office details at 259 Washington Street Boston and identifies publication status as a daily issue by Post Publishing Co.
Rates listed for one year six months and three months for United States and Canada including Sunday editions. Foreign and domestic postages shown with per copy prices. Notices indicate prepayment required and discontinuation on expiration with postal contact for delivery issues. Edwin A Grozier is editor and publisher.
The Boston Post proclaims itself as possessing the largest daily morning circulation in the United States, asserting its leading position in circulation figures and national prominence as cited by The Fourth Estate.
The piece states pro-German efforts in Chicago to block Mutual Life Insurance from investing in Anglo-French notes are part of a Teutonic campaign. It argues the issue is legal not political and that if the notes meet insurance investment rules they may be bought, likening it to past munitions cases.
The World Series crowns Boston as champion for the fourth time in this era, following the Braves, with the Red Sox earning the honor after a season of clean fast baseball. Congratulations are extended to owner Lannin and the players for their championship success and future hopes.
The article notes Senator Weeks remains outspoken against President Wilson claiming all Wilson era actions are wrong and the administration errs in Mexico. It contrasts private Republican views that praise some Wilson actions but say they won’t seek the party nomination.
The piece argues that a Washington rumor of sweeping British concessions on trade with the United States deserves skepticism yet notes the protest against prize court seizures of goods shipped to neutral ports. It discusses continuous voyage precedent, Civil War practices, and contrasts blockades with current British policy while mentioning Germany’s submarine warfare and shifting stance.
The Post urges David I. Walsh to be re-elected Governor, arguing his proven public service, sincere devotion to the public good, and progressive reforms. It notes potential Republican opposition but asserts Walsh can accomplish more for the Commonwealth with a continued tenure. The endorsement also respects McCall while supporting Walsh on his record.
The text reports Yuan Shi Kai offering to become Emperor if public opinion favors monarchy, with a National Assembly to endorse. It notes Dr. Frank Goodnow’s view that a monarchy with a strong brain family could stabilize China, warning the republican experiment may end.
A collage of US and world notes with satirical quips. It notes Germany’s alleged offer to Bulgaria for Serbian and Greek territory, a parable about a money loan and a town, and jokes about diplomacy and a Pullman Company revenue drop next to a Wisconsin medical society critique of modern girls and moral codes.
A Maine deer hunting death marks the season's first fatality linked to a companion's carelessness. The writer argues manslaughter laws exist but enforcement is lacking and criticizes hunting licenses revenue as insufficient justification for the sport's risks. Maria? No, this line references Marie's past lawmaking. The piece urges stronger penalties to prevent tragic woods deaths.
Report says five Baltic steamers were sunk by the British FE class submarines within days. Copenhagen notes Baltic traffic is disorganized as British submarines penetrate narrow passages, with Denmark doubting German minefield timing. The shift from German to British naval action is considered significant.
A witty note from A B P about a man whose grocery bill lags but who hopes soon to find a pearl in his oyster stew. The verse plays on monetary need and a folk saying of hidden value awaiting luck.
A light humorous exchange lists fears about undergarment visibility colds and onion smells. Nettie fears her skirt shows. E F F worries friends with colds will cough. B J M frets that others can smell yesterday’s onions.
overheard chatter at the ball game references peevishness from Mr. Tyrus Cobb about the rendition of Tessie. Cobb wagered about seven dollars on Philadelphia. A spectator notes Bill's golf and jokes he is playing up to White Plains.
A dated letter from Presque Isle Maine offers humorous rural cooking tips using rabbit and cranberries as substitutes for other dishes. It also quips at Maine guides and a French horse remark. The piece ends with a note on emotions causing poison in the body and a harsh view of European nations.
A humorous verse about a Dvinsk youth and misadventures ends with a note on a second-hand fountain pen prize to Albert T. Chapin. Briefly, Britain seizes a ship cargo of human hair bound for an enemy country believed to be used to make cigars for trenches to smoke and suffocate soldiers.
Historical weather notes reveal Boston recorded its warmest October 1 reading at 79 degrees in 188, with typical midday 60s. Oct 14 often dry but has a varied rain history, with rare rain events noted since 1872 and an unusual long drought until recent decades.
Napoleon leads a bold eastern campaign against Austria Prussia and Russia at Chalons-sur-Marne facing a larger coalition. He celebrates early victories at Brienne while famine and strategic setbacks threaten Paris as Blucher predicts Paris’s fall and Napoleon orders pikes for the national guards.
The column lists federal officials invited to a theatre party for President Wilson and fiancee, local seniors like William D. Tuttle, court actions by Judge Gallagher, Columbus Day flag displays, blue macaw antics at Franklin Park Zoo, a governors convention scrapbook sent to Governor Capper, autumn foliage at Blue Hills, William O'Brien's San Francisco appointment, a Worcester parade horse, and a Norfolk North Shore summer home purchase by J I Loose of Kansas City.
A bashful young man asks whether to encourage a charming lady who seems deeply in love. The columnist cautions that a refined girl won’t press advances and suggests he refrain until he is sure of his own feelings.
Dora, a vivacious siren with sunrise cheeks and auburn hair, uses her charm to win the doctor’s interest. After a two week dalliance she faces his reproach and a stark confession of love, revealing her true feelings for the steadfast doctor.
The princess coat with fur trim or braid binding is highlighted as a winter favorite. Bordeaux dresses and outer wraps appear in the season, with tiny roses joining bodice and skirt seams. Little girls may wear blue cordrey school hats, while velvet buttons and pockets decorate box coats. Tiny tortoise-shell buttons add a feminine finish to severe outfits.
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