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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1914
Page
14
The piece argues against blaming the tariff law for reduced federal revenue from imports halted by the European war. It states imports would fall anyway, Payne Aldrich duties would have worsened losses, and income tax revenue exists now that would not without the tariff. It urges readers to study political economy.
A Sunday crash in Amesbury shows two motorcyclists racing at high speed collided with a turning automobile. The piece warns that motorcycles often ride faster than cars, calling recklessness the norm and urging safety for auto cyclists as well as motorists.
The New York attorney-general accuses cold storage and refrigeration plant owners of a gigantic conspiracy to raise food prices. He cites large storage stocks during price peaks in eggs butter poultry and beef as evidence that hoarding drives profits, not price stabilization.
Six hundred National Guard troops are in Butte Montana to maintain order at the mines. A news center lieutenant claimed he blue-penciled two columns of editorial matter by Mayor Duncan for his Socialist weekly, drawing scrutiny over wartime censorship and political expression amid the guard's presence.
A socialist weekly defends its right to publish views and questions who empowered a Montana lieutenant to violate the U S Constitution. The piece argues for free expression and adherence to constitutional limits.
A humorous tale at noon in a local dining hall details a diner who misplaces his hat while watching another eat corn on the cob. He recalls the corn conundrum from napkin knots to buttered ears and ends with etiquette tips and a jokey warning about corncobs.
The column surveys Boston society and local scenes with notes on Rev Edwin Best aging dignitaries President George L Perin and Dr Edward F Timmins. It covers garden schools in North End observers in Brockton and Worcester, suffrage leaders Maud Wood Park and Mabel Willard, and a pope autographed photo anecdote.
The Red Cross ship from New York carries 30 surgeons and 120 nurses bound for European battlefields. It sails with 300000 pounds absorbent cotton 2000 ether cans 2000 chloroform cans 1000 stretchers and vast other supplies. The voyage supports England Russia France Germany Belgium and Austria with plans for Serbia and ongoing transfers as conditions allow. The effort showcases American neutrality and mercy funded by donations and staffed by volunteers.
The article notes Maine's early election with national issues eclipsing local fights. It highlights a Republican Governor and three of four Republican Representatives, and suggests a Democratic win would signal endorsement of Wilson policies. Maine voters are described as level headed and trusted to support a great administration.
President Wilson writes to Congressman Doremus that he will refrain from campaigning this year. He vows to stay on the job as President, stressing that America is greater than any party and cannot be served by self interest. Public reaction is supportive and hopeful for the party's fortunes.
The Czar's proclamation recognizing Jewish soldiers for officer ranks marks wartime progress against religious intolerance and racial discrimination. It suggests equality in promotions as justice and hints that religious freedom and easing the Pale may follow, viewing the war as advancing humanity.
A devotional verse reflects on heaven as a presence in daily life. It contrasts earthly beauty with the persistence of kindness and love, urging gentle deeds and cheerful words as a form of paradise on Earth.
The article extols Mt Washington as the centerpiece of the White Mountain National Forest expansion totaling about 225000 acres. It highlights the cog railway, Jacob’s Ladder trestle, and dramatic views spanning over 100 miles from the summit. It notes nearby peaks Lafayette and other Presidential Range summits exceeding 5000 feet.
A letter to Dear Miss Champagne asks whether the writer should move to be with elderly parents in a distant town or stay near a sweetheart in a city. The adviser suggests a solution: have the parents relocate to live with the writer so all parties may share home comforts and affection.
China informed the State Department that war conditions prevent its participation in the Panama Pacific Exposition naval rendezvous. The foreign office said it deeply regrets the decision.
A mother and father learn of a newspaper ad offering a three month old baby girl for adoption to satisfy their daughter Alice Thompson’s birthday wish for a little sister. They meet the child’s weeping mother and agree to adopt, pledging loving care and a future as their own child.
A satirical poem argues Europe should avoid war and choose patience over conflict. The speaker jokes about rulers and queens, urging calm and restraint as a parade of royal foibles plays out. The piece ends with a flourish of music and wit.
A young girl wakes to find a baby sleeping beside her and excitedly declares it her birth day present. The mother is drawn into the scene, sharing in the wonder of the unexpected arrival.
More than 400 children gathered at Harrison Hall on Harrison Avenue as Ward 9's Hebrew Citizens' Club staged its first grand school children party. Girl and boy actors presented plays and dances while ice cream and cake were served. event was led by Mrs. Gertrude Jacobs and May Goldberg with Arthur Jacobs, Samuel N. Goldberg, and Hiram Tarbox directing.
Afternoon gowns of silk will be worn this fall. New blouses lie outside the skirt with filet lace trimmings. Paris favors black and white striped chiffon. Double and three flounced skirts remain popular. Upstanding ruff collars grow in use. Masculine fashion revival noted. Pearls used in embroideries again. White crepe blouses trimmed with striped pique. Broad black satin girdles embroidered with gold add to dresses. Skirts are very full from waist to ankle with tight underskirts.
Washington officials predict rapid growth of parcel post following a nationwide advertising drive at state and county fairs. Postmasters set up exhibits highlighting fast city farm exchanges and approved mailing containers while stressing proper packing of food shipments.
Former New Jersey governor Fort III, in San Domingo as chairman of a Wilson commission to settle the revolution, is seriously ill and likely to return home immediately, according to official telegrams to the State Department.
George A. Smith aged 27 of Beverly was thrown during a Readville race yesterday. He suffered a fracture of the left collar bone and was treated at the track club house before being taken home.
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