Subscription Rates for Daily and Sunday Post
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The Kaiser Overruled by War Critics
In a controversial view Andrew Carnegie suggests Berlin’s military clique forced war while the Kaiser was absent. The piece argues this theory undermines Germany’s actions and portrays the Kaiser as absurd for rewarding military figures amid rising tensions.
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Andrew Carnegie
Berlin
Wilhelm
Andrew
Germany
Why a Farce in Masses Primary System
A reader argues the Massachusetts primary system is unfairly called a farce because Democratic State tickets ran unopposed. The letter compares modern primaries to past conventions and caucuses, noting Boston’s high unopposed ticket vote and asking whether renominations without opposition have always been treated as farces.
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Massachusetts
Boston
Marconi to Challenge Wireless Station Closure in Court
The Marconi company plans to contest in court the Navy Department order closing the Siasconset wireless station. Officials say the closure stems from refusal to submit to censorship and neutrality regulations amid ongoing European conflict.
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Marconi People
Siasconset
Secretary of the Navy
United States
Inter Arma
War and the Fair A booster view of the Panama Exposition
The war in Europe may aid the Panama Exposition in San Francisco by boosting attendance and nationalism. France plans a larger exhibit than planned, with many exhibits already in the U.S. before hostilities began and more peaceful countries promising strong displays.
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San Francisco
Pacific
France
Europe
Pan American Exhibit Draws Visitors Despite Absences
The fair section support remains strong as a Pan-American exhibit, with or without foreign participation. Even without any foreign sections the show would still be worth visiting for its scale and significance.
Call for New Haven Directors to Retire for Fresh Leadership
The New York New Haven and Hartford stockholders will vote soon on the board of directors for the coming year. The editorial urges retiring old directors who presided during mismanagement and the near wreck, and replacing them with newer members to restore public confidence and rehabilitate the railroad.
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New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Road
New Haven
War and Pestilence in Europe a Sanitation Significance
The article notes how sanitary science has lessened war and plague issues, but cholera outbreaks threaten the Austrian army in Galicia. It questions whether the illness is Asiatic enteric and warns vaccination gaps among Slav, German, and Austrian troops may spread disease. It also discusses potential broader travel restrictions if cholera becomes epidemic.
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Galicia
Germany
Austria
Mexico Leaders Clash Not Blamed On U S For Peace
The article argues that US involvement is limited to enabling a peaceful, practical regulation of Mexican affairs. It criticizes domestic supporters who praise foreign disorder to undermine the President and notes the US is not fighting Mexican factions. It cites watchful waiting preserving peace at home.
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Villa
Carranza
United States
Mexico
Red Cross urges Sunday collections for wartime relief
In a note tied to a national day of prayer for peace, the Red Cross Society of America executive committee asks churches to devote Sunday collections to Red Cross work on European battlefields and hospitals. The appeal stresses neutrality and broad forbearance as aid to all combatants.
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Red Cross Society of America
Red Cross
Europe
The
United States
Buenos Aires Streets See Massive Tree Planting Drive
Over the last decade Buenos Ayres has planted at least 142000 trees along its streets and avenues. The effort highlights urban greening aims and city environmental programs.
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Buenos Ayres
The Fort Hill Square Naming Quandary
Dear All Sorts laments a goat following him in Boston. He observes Fort Hill Square appears circular though named square and suggests a reform society to rename places. The Befuddled Baltic explains the square was once a square, gradually bending with age, and promises to consider requested name changes.
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Boston
High Street
Fort Hill Square
The Biggest Battle of Life
A reflective aphorism on self mastery guiding how a person can face any challenge from birth to death. It emphasizes inner control as the key to navigating life's difficulties.
Nine children complicate apartment hunting
A wry dialogue notes a couple with nine kids seeking a flat, mocking how landlords object to children but not dogs. The humor hinges on the overstuffed family and the social clash over rental living.
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Nix
Silence as a Powerful Statement in Commentary
A concise reflection notes that restraint can carry more weight than verbose speech, highlighting the impact of measured silence over fulsome rhetoric in public discourse. The idea emphasizes quiet deliberation, intent, and the strength of unspoken resolve.
Mosquitoes Roost In Inn Crowing Rooster Wakes Guests
A traveler recalls a night in a rural inn marred by endless mosquitoes a crowing rooster and a noisy kitchen. He asks what the landlady could have done to ease the discomfort.
Steamship Line to Greece Opens Oct 15
The International Mercantile Marine Company will launch direct passenger service from New York to Greek ports on Oct 15. The steamers Kroonland and Finland, both American flagged, will operate the route with the Kroonland scheduled to depart Oct 15 for Piraeus via the Azores, Gibraltar and Naples. No other American flagged vessels have served New York to Greece.
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New York
International Mercantile Marine Company
Greece
Kroonland
Finland
Piraeus
Azores
Gibraltar
Naples
Newton Teachers Seek Pay Increase in School Report
A. G. Wheeler, new Newton schools superintendent, presented a report to the school committee showing teachers in Newton public schools are not receiving adequate salaries and urged salary increases for teachers.
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Newton
A. G. Wheeler
Old Glory Name Preserved in Essex Institute Flag Tale
The Observant Citizen recounts Salem era junk trade, war disruptions, and a long digression on Old Glory. It notes the Essex Institute now houses the first flag to bear the name Old Glory, traced to Captain William Driver who christened the banner aboard the brig Charles Doggett.
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Charles Doggett
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Pitcairn Island
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Essex Institute
Essex Institute of Salem
The Wheels of Time
A blind man longs for his son Ned to read to him. Ned, and later the father, endure hardship and separation as illness and pride strain their bond. Ned’s recovery brings a last, quiet reunion before both fade from the world.
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Ned
Funeral honors for Isaac B. Reinhertz in Boston
About 1500 people including representatives of major New England Jewish charities and Greater Boston Jewish institutions attended the funeral of Isaac B. Reinhertz, the first Jewish banker in New England. Services at Beth Israel Synagogue Baldwin Place North End featured prayers and eulogies from Rabbis J Yudelovitz S J Friederman and S H Shoher. many leading North and West End businesses closed for an hour.
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Thaw Hearing Set by Supreme Court for Oct 12
Local counsel for Harry K Thaw report the U S Supreme Court ordered a hearing on Oct 12 on New York States motion to advance the Thaw case on the docket for final argument The state has filed its brief and Thaws brief is expected soon
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United States Supreme Court
State of New York
Rhode Island Businessman Pleads Not Guilty on Tax Fraud
Frank W. Tillinghast one of eight Rhode Island businessmen indicted for defrauding oleomargarine taxes pleaded not guilty and reserved the right to change plea within 10 days. He was held on $15,000 bond and had recently returned from Europe.
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Providence
Frank W. Tillinghast
Rhode Island
United States
Europe
Earthquake Shakes Guayaquil Triggers Panic
A heavy earthquake shock was felt in Guayaquil early this morning causing widespread panic though no damage was reported. Residents rushed outdoors and sought safety as the tremor rattled homes and streets.
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Guayaquil
Ecuador
Miserere Uncle Walt Sings War’s Aftermath in Graustark
A verse lament by Walt Mason reflects on victory turning to grief as Graustark’s war ends. The monarch recalls causes of the fight while a land scarred by death, hunger, and sorrow mourns fallen soldiers, orphans, and widows.
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Zenda
Cranstark
Walt Mason
Adams Newspaper
Dear Miss Champagne Advice: Unkind lover must change or end affair
A reader writes about three years of mixed signals from a boyhood love who mistreats her yet shows affection in private. She asks why he avoids her, whether showing care hurts, and if she should end the engagement. The adviser urges self respect, defines abuse, and recommends breaking the relationship unless he commits to genuine love and respect.
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Miss Champagne
Hese
Paragraphs on Fads and Fashions
Small neckwear also ermine and much in demand. The smartest afternoon frocks will mix velvet and tulle trimmed with fur. Heavier materials bring the basque into day wear though not ideal for evening gowns. Black patent pumps with white kid trim are fashionable for afternoon wear. Cameo brooches return. A new leather and Roman striped silk handbag pairs with many outfits. Several skirts per basque replace many blouses per skirt. Court panel velvet with various frocks in martens lynx white coney rise as a trend.
King Alfonso Seeks US Help to Guard Hospital Supplies
King Alfonso of Spain, in a conference with Ambassador Willard, urged cooperation with the United States to prevent seizure of hospital supplies sent to European governments. Acting Secretary Lansing announced the move, signaling possible direct negotiations with the powers for approval.
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