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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1918
Page
14
The Boston Post weekly issue is dated September 18 1918 and published daily from 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts. It lists edition number 18 and volume 884 with office designation in Boston.
Subscriptions for daily and Sunday editions offered for U S and Canada with varying terms. Rates include daily, Sunday, and combined options. Foreign copies priced per issue. Post postage adjustments apply within the Boston district. Editor and publisher Edwin A Grozier announces payment terms and address details for the Boston Post.
The text urges James A. Gallivan to be nominated in the Democratic primaries and re elected to Congress. It praises his Washington record and faithful representation of his district, notes sympathy with the administration, and confidence in supporting President Wilson's war policies. Gallivan is expected to be nominated and re elected.
A. Mitchell Palmer, alien property custodian, says only two German owned papers exist in the United States: the New York Mail and a Cleveland German language sheet. He notes thousands of businesses once controlled by Germans did not include newspapers, and many efforts failed.
A harsh editorial warns that Lenin and Trotsky flirt with alliance with Germany. It cites a Soviet note demanding a defensive and offensive pact to save workers and peasants and hints at Kaiser payments of 25 million dollars. The piece foresees possible shifts in Russian policy and caution for Allied leaders.
A plan to distribute questionnaires as part of the Fourth Liberty Loan provoked sharp criticism for intrusiveness. The form asked about citizenship, prior loans, military service, foreign country visits, relatives in conflict, and movements, with implications it could deter subscriptions.
A citizen could have read them without feeling his gorge rise at the unruly tone of the questions. The piece highlights public fury over abrupt, disrespectful inquiries and questions the fairness of the interview.
The editorial lauds President Wilson for a rapid decisive reply to Austria's peace proposal. It praises his clarity and independence from Senate or press influence, noting broad allied support and contrast with the New York Times. It emphasizes Wilson's leadership and timing in shaping the war era diplomacy.
At the Governor's Council meeting Secretary Daniels proposes to urge Congress to buy the Massachusetts dry dock and surrounding land in South Boston for 4 1/2 million dollars. The Waterways and Public Land Commission says no sharp bargaining, noting Sam will finance improvements and extend the Navy Yard, making the plan advantageous.
The Shipping Board reports about 300000 deadweight tons delivered and launched in the first half of September with a record production outlook for the rest of the month. New vessels are steel totaling around 250000 tons while wooden craft are substantial. This rapid fleet growth backs war needs and signals a future sea power role in peaceful enterprise postwar.
Lieutenant Robert Fay a convicted German agent who escaped Atlanta prison over two years ago was returned to the United States and is in Department of Justice custody. He arrived from Spain via New London Conn under guard aboard a U S naval vessel. Washington will direct the disposition of his case.
Henry V. Borst of Amsterdam New York a justice of the New York Supreme Court was today elevated to grand aire of the Sovereign Grand Lodge. He succeeds Frank C. Gowdy of Denver. The conference continues to Friday with a flag boasting 100.7 percent stars in the convention hall.
A quirky Maine woods hunting primer offers practical tips and satirical warnings. Newton Newkirk teases Henry about proper attire brown clothing, licensing, and safe practice while mockingly detailing guide use, muzzle awareness, and buck fever with humorous asides and a final sly invoice note.
A reflective piece describes observing the moon and Mars and the Harvest Moon over Boston and France. It notes dancing bans, a New York police arrest, and wartime letter-writing by George Tuohey to service members. It highlights General McCain in gas training, corn exhibits by Dr. De Lue, the Valkyria’s whale oil haul, Cleopatra at the MFA, Groveland’s no-school signal, and a patriotic Churchill family with seven sons drafted.
Rome reports Pope Benedict will send a letter to Cardinal Gibbons for his fiftieth bishop consecration anniversary on October 20. The message marks the cardinal’s long service and ties to the church.
When a guest visits a friend, obtain permission before using the telephone. Young women should rise when introduced to an elder. If unsure, stand to show cordial graciousness. It is improper to remain seated during introductions, as first impressions matter. Acknowledge introductions with interest and grace.
Readers learn how Bar le Duc in northeast France became a bustling depot for American troops near Toul. The city shows a blend of medieval and modern life with ancient houses, bridges, churches, and a ruined chateau. It notes Charles Edward Stuart as a romantic yet flawed historical resident and remarks on his later decline.
Amy Burt plans a quiet row but finds the Bowen boat in use by Bruce Fiske, Mr Bowens New York nephew. After a sunlit misunderstanding and playful theft, the pair discover affection blooms during a summer of shared voyages and moonlit sails.
The columnist argues government wartime rules on food and other matters are necessary and that complainers are often the least compliant. He cites a parable about a man seeking a divorce to show those who complain most have not acted, urging readers to get busy helping win the war.
Trajan, born September 18 52 AD, rises from soldier's line to become emperor after being adopted by Nerva. He strengthens the northern frontier, fights Dacians, and expands roads and bridges across Gaul and Germany, preserving republican spirit and leaving a lasting legacy as one of Rome's greatest rulers.
A historic note cites Boston using official figures with a 90 degree high in 1891 and 1906 and a 43 degree cold record in 1875. It also records rain on September 19 in 1913 and 1917 during the past decade.
A 1918 verse condemns German propaganda and wartime deception. It mocks German leaders and the faked reports fed to the home front, contrasting with frontline realities and urging readers to seek truth rather than be deceived.
Reader asks the editor when standard time resumes for winter and what follows. The brief note hints at timekeeping concerns and schedules in the community.
The writer asks who opposed Lincoln in the 1864 election. General George B. McClellan ran for President with George H. Pendleton as his Vice President, challenging Lincoln.
Before serving as Treasury Secretary, Wm G McAdoo was a lawyer like his father, a distinguished jurist. Around 1893 he became president of the Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Company, which operated the Hudson River Tunnel system.
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