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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1914
Page
12
The President asserts legal rights to stop war transmissions from the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company at Siasconset if they continue, citing harm to Allied interests and wireless neutrality violations. John W. Griggs faces enforcement if the company disregards radio rules.
The Rheims cathedral, famed for art and religion, lies ruined in war. The German side claims French fire caused the blaze while an American observer cites German bombs as the trigger. The truth remains to be proved, and the Kaiser’s forces face moral scrutiny once confirmed.
A movement to revive the cotton dress grows as export obstructions push home goods into prominence. Washington hosts a projected fashion show with society women leading, signaling a practical step toward independence parallel to suffrage rhetoric.
The piece celebrates an unseasonably warm late summer autumn with record warmth and fruitful gardens. It notes abundant apples despite earlier insect damage, late blooms in decorative gardens, green lawns resisting drought, and an extended summer vacation due to the mild season.
The piece describes autumn’s peak with hopeful outlook for Indian summer as early frosts approach, noting the season’s vigor and the pleasant prospects accompanying its opening.
With good weather forecast, primaries draw voters despite few contests on Democratic and first Republican tickets. The piece argues primaries are preferable to old conventions, urging all citizens to cast ballots to express opinions and uphold the system's trial integrity.
A playful verse noting that triumph and praise come with effort leaving a 'cloud of dust' in the way. It contrasts lofty ideals with a sharp line about deceit when a woman relies on tears, delivering a cheeky punch.
A satirical scientist warns of bacteria in anthracite coal and pleas readers to spare germs in a humorous moral lecture. The piece imagines Papa Germ and Mama Germ perishing in flames and urges gentler coal handling to ease conscience and sleep.
A reader asks if John Blank of Rocking Chairs and Union Suits is an upholsterer or an acrobat. The query, sent to Newt, seeks clarification of John’s occupation based on a telephone directory entry “John Blank, Rocking Chairs and Union Suits. Main 000.”
The Interstate Commerce Commission reopens hearings on Eastern railroads rate requests amid shipper opposition. Illinois Manufacturers' Association backs higher rates, urging early solution and arguing conditions have changed since prior records. The commission will limit hearings to new facts and post dates.
Brief snippets from rural and small town papers report quirky exchanges and odd notices. Hog cholera recipes traded for Bacon works, a five foot bathtub sought for exchange, abundant watermelons fed to hogs, a rooster hatching eggs, and a clergyman noting a wedding operation plans with a hired cab.
The Brazilian port protest by the British consul over the Robert Dollar transfer to the American flag tests the Declaration of London. The issue hinges on proving the transfer was not intended to evade enemy consequences, with a potential annulment if proof cannot be shown.
Household Hint recommends pasting walls before applying wallpaper to simplify DIY decor. The narrator recalls trying the method, bursting a sheet, getting sticky paste on the neck, and finishing with imperfect results. They note diagonal hanging for a casual look and promise to revisit the idea.
In fall the newspaper laments rising auto deaths due to speeding. Many despair nothing will curb the trend, but some advocate action. A future legislature may consider limiting gear ratios and power to enforce a speed law across the Commonwealth.
The Providence Chamber of Commerce won a protest against George S. Duarte, the Portuguese consul in Boston, leading Portugal to appoint a consular agent in Providence. Congressman Gerry relayed the decision from Washington, with Duarte accused of using his post to favor Boston and against local interests.
The article discusses the famous painting Washington Crossing the Delaware and its depiction in art, noting the painting's liberties. It emphasizes Washington's real crossing on December 25 1776, his foray toward Trenton, and how the success boosted American morale with his limited forces and Jersey patriotism.
The notice marks a centennial celebration themed around the Star Spangled Banner with a Niagara venue reference and a moonlit display. It outlines events linking national symbolism to local commemoration.
Roxbury resident George W. Penniman named national instructor for Sons of Veterans U S A by Commander-in-Chief Sherman Jr. Miss Julia Hill writes from Brussels safe with American consul care. Deer falls to quarry pit in Quincy. three famous MA statues receive odd fencing due to State House park work. Worcester to form new symphony amid Nagel and Strube involvement. United Fruit ships praised for wireless radio systems and emergency gear. Boston Architectural Club displays a 15th century silver lock from Italy. Frank Connolly seen golfing at Franklin Park.
Poetic meditation on love as light that brightens paths from dawn to night, lifting shadows, guiding ships home, and uniting hearts through conflict and peace. An 1914 note cites a U S population estimate of 109 021 993 living in the United States territory a year ago.
A poem laments war's glamour versus the grim labor of trench life. The speaker recalls enlisting with idealism only to toil digging trenches for sixteen cents a day, envisioning heroic glory that never comes.
The state treasurer thanks the Post for a timely editorial and defends his record. He asserts efforts to sell bonds to the people, tax taxable bondholders, retire sinking funds with potential savings, and improve fund earnings. He praises the Post’s fair stance and urges disclosure of sources behind attacks by Frederick E. Pierce.
Frederick W Mansfield, treasurer and receiver general, extends thanks and signs with regards on September 21, 1914, noting appreciation and official closure of prior financial matters.
A 29 year old man asks if he should propose to a longtime sweetheart who seems indifferent. Miss Champagne advises that hesitation can cause doubt and suggests proposing to trigger a serious response, since a nice girl will not laugh at a marriage proposal after a year of courting.
The piece notes dyed laces and beaded shell pins for hair as fresh trends. Velvet costume sleeves contrast with tailored suit sleeves, while gold braiding and belt details add cachet to long coats. Basque coats feature graduated length and open fronts, with cascading basques and tight armhole sleeves.
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