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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1918

Page

16

Boston Post publisher details and subscription rates

The Boston Post lists pricing for daily and Sunday editions, subscriptions from US and Canada, and rates for foreign issues. It includes mailing, postage, and payment instructions, editor contacts, and a note on Associated Press attribution.

Canada Sunday Post Boston Post Office Masa Post Publishing CO Financial Editors Newsday Edwin A. Grozier

If then why not now

Fragmentary historical quotes compare U S political unity in wartime to today. The passage cites Benjamin Harrison and Woodrow Wilson warning that partisan gains could undermine peace efforts and Allied support, implying elections influence national resolve.

Germany United States Congress Woodrow Wilson

Dr John H Finlay appeals to save Holy Land people

Dr John H Finlay urges American aid to relieve famine in Lebanon Damascus and the Hauran as Red Cross workers struggle. General Allenby supports the appeal noting the duty of civilization to prevent starvation and death among the freed people.

John H. Finlay Holy Land Red Cross Lebanon Damascus Hauran Allenby

Massachusetts Biennial Election Amendment Opposed

The piece argues against a proposed Massachusetts constitutional change to biennial elections for state officers and the Legislature. It claims the change benefits reactionaries and diminishes public accountability, praising annual elections as essential for recall and voter education. The author urges defeating the amendment.

Massachusetts

Roosevelt attacks Wilson on all Democrat demand theory

In a Carnegie Hall speech Colonel Roosevelt rebuts Wilson’s appeal for a Democratic Congress. He calls the idea that only Democrats should be seated as sophistry and notes Wilson's desire for a Democratic majority in both Senate and House. He reminds that Roosevelt did the same in 1904.

Carnegie Hall Roosevelt Wilson Congress Senate House of Representatives Theodore Roosevelt

Lican Leaders Harshly Attack Wilson Point

A fragment notes criticism of Mr. Wilson by current leaders, highlighting astonishment at their public stance and the resulting political predicament.

Walsh and Weeks

Massachusetts voters face a clear choice for U S Senate as David I Walsh, former governor, seeks to carry on President Wilson’s war leadership. The endorsement frames Walsh as Weeks’ equal but superior in supporting the president and war aims.

Confidence in Leader Questioned by Supporters

The remarks express strong belief in the leader and defend the confidence as warranted, indicating continued backing from supporters despite unspecified doubts. The context implies ongoing faith in the individual’s guidance and decisions.

Sincere reception greets Secretary Daniels amid praise

A city yesterday honored Secretary Daniels for his steady leadership of the Navy. The piece notes his modest manner and notable achievements in strengthening the fleet, while critics who once ridiculed him now acknowledge his success and the country’s renewed confidence.

Daniels United States Navy Mr. Daniels

Loyal German Americans amid bitterness and war

The piece notes loyalty of German Americans to the flag despite war tensions. It highlights Corporal John E. Sigel, grandson of Major-General Franz Sigel, wounded in France. It cites President Wilson praising German American wartime devotion in a letter to the American Friends of German Democracy.

Western Front John E. Sigel Franz Sigel France

All Sorts of Romance and a Cold Wakeup in Rockport

In Rockport a man savors a romantic moment with a dark beauty by the Nile dream, then snaps to reality as she asks for his check. The piece closes with a wry line about circumstances becoming opportunities for advancement.

Nile Rockport

Democrats Call for Victory in Massachusetts Governor Race

The piece argues Massachusetts should elect a Democratic governor, citing repeated GOP defeats in ten years. It endorses Richard H. Long as a capable candidate and praises other Democratic contenders as clean and able, urging a decisive statewide victory to aid national administration.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Richard H. Long Massachusetts Beacon Hill Washington

Incomprehensible Attacks on Wilson's War Leadership

The piece condemns Republican Senate leaders and other partisans for mockery of President Wilson's wartime achievements. It argues that allied nations praise his influence, while a minority in Congress harshly criticizes him as a dictator. The author insists Wilson trusts the people to stand by him.

Massachusetts Washington David I. Walsh Commonwealth United States Wilson Senate Mr. Wilson

Slacking Hen Prompts War Time Egg Challenge

A humorous wartime column cites Agricultural Station expert J. G. Halpin arguing every hen must produce 120 eggs a year to be patriotic. The piece pokes at food rules and a local grocery joke about egg prices, ending as the narrator loses temper over a shop interaction.

J. G. Halpin Agricultural Experiment Station U. S Johnstown

Halloween customs and a busy October report from town

A column recounts Halloween traditions with nut divination and games, notes a record heat day, and shares local anecdotes from West Lynn to East Portland. It also covers hymnals, a derelict schooner, odd animal finds, Maine sheep profits, and a push for the United War Work campaign.

Patriot Hen Rant Sparks Egg War in Wartime Letter

A reader lambastes the American hen over wartime egg prices and production. He mocks hens for slacking on laying, urges penalties for treason, and recalls past praise now withdrawn, noting eggs at 25 cents and criticizing national symbols.

Alsace Lorraine Issue Framing for Peace Talks

A historical analysis warns that no settlement will fully satisfy both France and Germany over Alsace Lorraine as spring offensives loom. It highlights American interest in the region, the need for informed public opinion, and previews a Rhine series surveying European borders and the fate of lost provinces.

St. Mihiel Alsace Lorraine Vosges Metz Thann Europe Alsace-Lorraine Germany France Post Amer’ 1S Intry United States

Military Discipline and a Soldier’s Promise to Betty

Betty pleads for Max to skip a ball but he chooses duty over romance, citing United States government and army rules. A later accident with Max’s horse tests their bond as Betty, worried she caused harm, is reassured by Max and the captain. He secures a furlough and pledges to return for Betty.

Betty Max Max Dixon United States Hillsboro Kitten Littl

Insult Public Intelligence in Wartime Policy Debate

The article discusses political pressure on President Wilson to appeal to the people for a Congress aligned with his administration. It notes Republican leaders urging obstruction, Roosevelt urging bipartisan support, and Lodge opposition to the 14 points. It highlights broad public approval of the 14 principles and international acceptance as negotiations proceed.

New York Times Mr. Wilson Lodge Roosevelt Senate

Housework in War Years Honors Dames with Steadfast Labor

A verse by Walt Mason from 1918 praises women who endure housework during wartime. It extols their shift from idle leisure to diligent chores and frugal, purposeful living as a civic duty, urging pride in household labor and resilience through hardship.

Walt Mason George Matthew Adams

Republicans Attack Wilson War Policy In Senate Plea

A Republican criticizes President Wilson in the Senate, accusing him of pursuing a negotiated armistice and a conditional surrender. The speaker claims the administration has mobilized 2,000,000 troops and plans 2,000,000 more, charging opponents with deceiving the public and attacking wartime leadership.

Germany

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