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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1915
Page
12
The Independent Democratic paper of New England edition printed in Boston September 9 1915 reports news from the city and region. The issue announces offices at 259 Washington Street and lists paper number and volume details for archive reference.
Rates for Nally and Canada editions show one year 3.00, six months 1.50, three months 0.75, one month 0.25. Foreign one month 0.50. Sunday yearly 3.00, six months 1.50, three months 1.00. Canada inland 0.15 per copy. extra Boston district 1 cent. Vacation time mail to States 0.15 per two weeks or 0.25 per month. Mail payable to POST PUBLISHING CO.
Editorial notes the Post will continue operation on advance payment with no further notice. Readers urged to notify by mail if unable to obtain the paper from current dealer or newsboy. Edwin A Grozier is listed as Editor and Publisher at 11888 Main.
President Wilson vetoes drive by some New Jersey politicians for a renomination rally set for the 11th. Secretary Tumulty says the move would look like Wilson seeking personal advantage amid the extraordinary situation. The veto is described as honorable and likely to gain public support.
The Bay State plans to raise street railway fares from five to six cents and cancel special tickets and transfers. Massachusetts residents would feel the impact, and the Public Service Commission should scrutinize the proposal closely. The paper argues fares should reflect true costs and fair dividends, not watered capital.
The steamer Hesperian, hit last Saturday night by a mine or torpedo, carried a painted six inch gun for potential anti submarine use. The dispute centers on whether arming a liner makes it a warship and whether Britain violated a prior agreement restricting guns on merchant ships.
The article argues the onus rests with Great Britain to prove the vessel in question was non-combatant, framing evidence and testimony as pivotal to the designation.
The article argues Ambassador Dumba’s advice to the Austrian minister could cripple American munitions makers, demanding explanations and a guarantee to stop his propaganda. It warns of a possible diplomatic break with Austria and urges the President to weigh the issue carefully.
Governor Walsh sent his picks to the council with Charles A. Russell of Gloucester named to the Public Service Commission. Lincoin Filene on the State Board of Education, Mrs. George S. Ladd on the Board of Agriculture, Clarence E. Perkins as commissioner of the Nautical School, and John T. Wheelwright on the Public Health Council are welcomed for their qualifications and public service potential.
The piece questions the removal of Grand Duke Nicholas from supreme command and his banishment to the Caucasus as shabby given his credited role in saving Russian forces. It notes Russian armament shortages and the unlikely direct czarist guidance, predicting the czar will rely on other generals to wage war.
A Chicago convention of a group calling itself The Friends of Peace plans to enroll 15 000 000 members for political action. The group promises members will act according to their own judgment in wartime, threatening treason risks if they support Germany during a US-German conflict.
Newton Newkirk recounts a Bostonese spoof of the nursery rhyme Jack and Jill. A young man named John and his sister Jill attempt to fetch water from an aqua para vessel on a hill. Jack falls fracturing his skull and Jill also tumbles. Fall River Mass. Jay Pee Vee.
A trimmed up quote captures Soap Box Sam railing against smoking and tobacco habits, joking about stingy limits and the difficulty of filling a pipe. The speaker uses humorous slang to critique smokeware and urges restraint.
A humorous letter exchange on unpredictable New England weather. One writer laments wild swings from heat to cold and rain, while another rebuts with practical routines and a sly jab at cursing weather.
Whalom's Fitchburg News reports a large cornfield on Ernest Proctor's farm near the lake was blown over by strong winds last night. The field was entirely destroyed and likely fractured into many pieces after landing, avoiding a lake splash.
The Observant Citizen recounts Captain Jagens of the German steamer Koln who sails a lifeboat yacht in the harbor, mentions Sam uel W. McCall shaking hands with voters and his daughter Ruth, and notes Dorchester resident William Arbuckle’s golden wedding with ties to Admiral Farragut. It also covers courtesy bulletins from railroad leaders, local gardening tips, and social scene observations in Boston.
On March 20 1811 a 21 gun salute announced Marie Louise and Napoleon had a daughter and a boy was expected. The crowd cheered as a balloon with Madame Blanchard carried bulletins across Napoleonic France. Napoleon, anxious yet hopeful, ordered a bath before learning the infant survived and proclaimed a new era in his reign.
After two days of talks with Republican workers former Congressman Samuel W McCall will resume campaigning He will address the Appomattox Colored Club at Readville Park at 4 PM and then guest the American Trust Company employees at their Nantasket clubhouse tonight
Nan and Martin spar for a time before Nan’s care and a runaway scare reveal Martin’s true feelings. He learns he is in love with Nan just as Kitty Trowbridge is reported dying, a moment that confirms Nan is the "Her" he has admired.
The oldest resident recalls past Boston Sept 9 temperatures with 90 above zero in 1897 and 47 above zero in 1883. He notes 11 rainy Sept 9 days since 1872, but only two rainy Sept 9 days in Boston over the last decade.
The next Sunday Post highlights autumn dresses in four colors with new line designs. The feature showcases fresh silhouettes and fabric choices in the Woman's Section, inviting readers to view the illustrated styles.
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