June 8, 1917. 
Tur Russian DrericuLty does not appear to be in 
any way improved during the last week. Baron Rosen, 
who is known to many along our Shore, is quoted as 
having said some very discouraging things concerning 
the immediate prospects of aid from Russia for the Al- 
lies. However, progress in Russia may be expected to be 
made very slowly and it still remains true that the up- 
heaval there which ended in the establishment of a repub-. 
lic, while in many ways a temporary deterrent, in the 
jong run it cannot but be an aid to the present fight 
against monarchies. In fact the revolution in Russia has 
been one of the most important results of this modern 
war for freedom and liberty. 
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Ir rate Ace or Conscription had been maintained at 
forty years as planned in one of the houses of Congress 
it would have made many bachelors without dependents 
available for service at the front and it would have dis- 
tributed the losses always incident to war over a wider 
range of years. The die, however, is cast, but one can- 
not but feel that one house was nearer right than the 
other in the plans for the ages to be selected. 
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Tue Rooxirs Arg Now IN 
a vigorous campaign for efficiency is going on. Already 
a large number have been allowed to resign. It is evi- 
dently the intention of the authorities to demand a high 
grade of efficiency because to these men are to be subjected 
the care of the lives of men. Efficiency tests applied now 
will prove economical in the end, 
SES i 
Tur OLper Fok who gave the youths of New York 
the instruction that made slackers of them are being asked 
some very pertinent questions. Even the clergymen who 
: have been accustomed to speaking carelessly have been 
arraigned for intemperate speech. This is a land of free 
speech, but a man must be loyal to his country at all times, 
in war and peace. 
Camp at Plattsburg and 
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Tur SrAson HAs BEGUN now in real earnest, warm 
weather has come and with it all the pleasures of summer. 
While there are but few lilacs in blossom and the fruit 
trees are only just breaking out, the air has become 
laden with the pleasing fragrance of spring, The months 
ahead are the best in the year and the North Shore will 
be enjoying its advantages. 
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Tur Nation Has ARISEN to the occasion! The 
has 
spirit of loyalty that has been apparent everywhere 
been gratifying. Life, liberty and peace have made us 
careless of our responsibilities, but in the few weeks that 
have passed America has had a new birth of righteous- 
ness and loyalty. 
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Tr Must Be Ciearty Borne in mind that America 
is not fighting against the German people, but against the 
autocracy that rules them, and not merely to defeat that 
autocracy, but to assure the safety of democracy and the 
principles of free and independent principalities. 
SES 
Our Deiecate, Aucustus PEABODY LoriNnG, to the 
. Constitutional convention, objects to the simplification of 
the Constitution that involves Geovernment by men rather 
than by laws. His point is well taken and will be ap- 
proved by his constituents. 
BES 
ACCORDING 0 THE CALCULATED LAw of probabilities 
a large fire is due in Boston about once in twelve years. 
The recent two hundred thousand dollar fire in South 
Boston makes a counter of no small dimensions, 
NORTH SHORE BREEZE and Reminder 
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Tur FRENcH AND THE Britis are not likely to 
make unadvised attacks at this hour. It has already been 
learned that inaction is more effective than ill advised 
movetnents. If no great gains come from across the 
seas it will be because Great Britain and France have de- 
termined for awhile to play a waiting game. When one 
remembers the gains made at the Battle of the Somme 
and the wonderful way in which the French held the Ger- 
mans before the Verdun attacks there is much to be 
thankful for. Patience and skilful planning are as effec- 
tive as vain activities. When Haig is ready he will again 
strike, 
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Tue Canis For Liperty Bonbs are still being made. 
The public is responding heartily to demands which are 
now being made and there is no immediate danger of an 
over subscription. If you have fifty dollars or know 
where you can find fifty dollars you should purchase a 
bond. Do it, not because it is a good investment, not be- 
cause you wish to keep up appearance, but do it because 
it is your opportunity and duty. The younger men are 
giving their lives, all they have; there is no reason why 
those who can possibly spare the money should fail in 
their duty. 
BSS 
Trere Arg ErrectiveE Rep Cross organizations at 
work now in all of the North Shore towns and cities and 
those who come for the summer may find effective means 
of investing their time and money in the good causes 
which are contributing in no small measure to the success 
of the war. Search out the organization that you wish to 
assist and volunteer your service. There isa place for 
you. You can invest your time, your experience and 
your money, Your country calls and you will hear! 
BES 
Tur Sournm AMERICAN NATIONS are opening their 
eyes and are beginning to understand what has been going 
on within their borders these many years. One cannot 
but adiire the thoroughness with which the German 
Empire was able to prosecute its propaganda, however 
reprehensible it appears. 
BES 
Tur Rrots Wuicn Dip Occur on the eve of regis- 
tration were not numerous and it is only surprising that 
a great many more did not occur. On the whole the 
record is unique. The youths of America between the 
prescribed ages have proven themselves to be patriots 
of no small merit. 
Turre HAVE BEEN THREE foreign missions in Amer- 
‘ca within a few weeks and they have had important work 
to do. The press may know the nature of the plans 
formulated, but they have not been imparted to the pub- 
lic. It may safely be said that some one is doing some 
deep thinking for the nation, 
BES 
Tur Younc Men Woo REGISTERED on Tuesday are 
not held to the answer to the question, do you expect ex- 
emption, because the claims of every young man to ex- 
emption are carefully considered by a competent board 
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to be appointed by the Governor. 
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Tur Rep Cross StupEN’s at Beverly Farms and in 
Manchester are finishing their courses and some of them 
will soon be owning the precious certificates, The courses 
were enthusiastically supnorted and were worth while. 
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Tum Trattans Atonc the North Shore proved them- 
selves to be a loyal group of young men. They were 
ready and registered on Tuesday with a good spirit. 
