Boston Post April 21 1921 edition subscription note
This item lists subscription rates for the Boston Post including daily and Sunday options for U.S. Canada and foreign copies, plus postal charges. It notes editorial offices in Boston and distribution details, with remarks on republication rights and Associated Press affiliation.
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Warning From Boston on Mail Guard Firearms Plan
The Boston post office receives 500 revolvers and 20 000 rounds along with sawed off shotguns to guard valuable mail. Veterans will be chosen for security duty during transit and instructed to shoot to disable attackers. The warning targets bandits and would be thieves of mail.
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Boston
The Pity of It and the O Daly City Defaulter
A long trusted city treasurer Thomas ODaly, named head of the department, is revealed as a defaulter. He confesses to stealing $40,000 claiming no others were involved. The piece laments the loss of public trust and calls for justice.
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O' Daly
Are They Going A New England Sparrows Decline
A New York bird expert notes a clear decrease in passer domesticus known as the English sparrow across New England. Observers report fewer noisy nuisances, with theories ranging from prohibition era cat food shifts to disease and trapping. the author urges rejoicing if the pests vanish.
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New York
New England
National Aviation Proposals From Aero Naval Advisory
The National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics recommends federal air navigation regulation with a naval air service under the Navy and a separate Bureau of Aeronautics in the Commerce Department funded at 200000 dollars yearly. A continental air route system, meteorological support, and extended air mail service are urged, with chiefs of the air mail and commerce aeronautics bureaus joining the nautics. President Harding approves and transmits the plan to Congress.
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National Advisory Committee For Aeronautics
United States
Naval Air Service
Secretary of the Navy
Bureau of Aeronautics
Navy Department
Secretary of Commerce
Air Mail Service
Department of Commerce
It Is Time to Get to Work According to Expectation
A brisk directive urges action as the text asserts that definite steps should follow. It underlines a call to begin work promptly, aligning with a sense of urgency and planned effort.
Justice at Last Ratifies Panama Treaty in Senate
The Senate ratified the Colombia Panama treaty yesterday, ending long delay. The Post praises President Harding for securing Democratic support and upholds the Monroe Doctrine to protect American republics from foreign aggression.
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Panama Strip
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Cutting Federal Employees
The article argues for retrenchment in federal spending and predicts a substantial reduction in federal staff from the wartime peak. It notes 384000 workers in 1910, rising to 811000 by 1918, then down to 647000, with potential further cuts of about 150000 and an estimated annual savings around 300 million dollars at an average salary of 2000 dollars.
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Civil Service Commission
Mileage book plan would ease travel for 900000 salesmen
Washington considers interchangeable mileage bills that would let commercial travelers use universal mileage books on all railroads. President Harding supports the move, and enactment seems likely. Merchants warn the proposal could become a partisan reward, harming business competition and inviting political rivalry.
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Washington
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Harding
Dr Nichols to Take Office at Tech in June Ceremony
The inauguration of Tech's new president Dr Ernest Fox Nichols is set for Wednesday June 8 during senior week commencement events. Nichols favors a simple ceremony and staff will honor that request.
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What About You by William Macharg
A fascinating unintentional murder story titled What About You by William Macharg will be printed in full in the Boston Sunday Post Magazine next. The piece promises a gripping tale exploring fate and culpability in a nuanced literary style.
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Boston Sunday Post
Smelters Haul Smelts After Night Venture at Kezar Lake
Dear Newt I learned you went on a smelt trip with four expert fishermen from our town and a mystery surrounds it. Six men hiked three miles to a brook by Horseshoe Pond and netted about 2500 smelts before returning to Cliffwood Camp. Only two smelts were left for the camp feast, revealing a total cleanup.
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Newton Newkirk
Oldest Inhabitant Recalls Boston April Weather Records
The longtime observer cites official figures for April 1 in Boston: warmest 82 in 1885 and 77 in 1886, coldest 21 above in 1876, plus rain years 1916 to 1919, noting historical fluctuations in local climate.
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Boston
Observant Citizen Reflects on Centennials and Local History
The column notes the births of James R. Kendrick and Edward T. Cox on their centennials and recalls April war anniversaries, eclipse timing, Tulip Time at Mt. Auburn, fashion history, Civil War relics, and a Suffolk county canning champion with plans for a Rhode Island pig project.
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Vassar College
Edward T. Cox
University of Indiana
Mary McLauglin
Dorchester
Suffolk County
Amherst
Frank N. Ross
Elmdale Avenue
Providence
The Story of the Movies The Stars of Filmdom
A retrospective piece on the development of cinema highlights key figures and milestones in early film history, noting influential stars and the evolving language of the screen as audiences embraced moving pictures.
Bernhardt Breaks Barriers In Early Screen Debut
The article recalls Sarah Bernhardt and the move toward film stardom in 1910. It notes how actors feared TV typecasting, the rush to find on screen talent in New York, and Bernhardt agreeing to star in Camille after persuasion and pay. It also mentions early screen pioneers and the spread of cinema across the United States with Shamus O'Brien upcoming.
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Joseph Jefferson
Rip van Winkle
Jefferson
Beerbohm Tree
England
Duse
Italy
Bernhardt
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Rialto
William Shea
Eiven Bernhardt
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United States
Finlly
Camille
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Rejane
No Stories Returned Without SASE
Notice states that until further notice no stories will be returned unless accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. It cautions readers to send SASE to ensure delivery.
Spring Cleaning Sparks House Plan For Hearts
Allan and Beatrice clash over spring housework and fatigue but choose a new aim to clean more than their home. Beatrice vows less cleaning and more heart cleaning while Allan softens, and they rekindle warmth as they share muffins and music after a tense start.
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Allan
Allen
Love Advice Letter From Mildred Champagne
A 20 year old asks how to handle a long term romance with a man who flirted with another girl. Mildred Champagne counsels not to pressure the man or contact the rival, noting the partner’s choice rests on his feelings and obligations.
April’s sweet return brightens fields and minds
Walt Mason celebrates April as birds sing and rains soften the earth. He mocks grouchy elders who refuse the season, urging cheerful smiles as spring renews the world. The verse ends with a handwritten nod to Hoyle and a copyright note.
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Walt Mason
George Matthew Adams
Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory United Into State
The writer asks if the State of Oklahoma is the same as the old Indian Territory. They note Oklahoma Territory organized in 189 and Cherokees Strip added in 1893, with November 1907 bringing together Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory to form the State of Oklahoma.
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Cheroke Strip
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Lord Tennyson's Titles and Laureate Appointment
The question concerns the title Lord in front of Tennyson's name and its timing. He was created Baron Tennyson of Aldworth and Farrington and took his seat in the House of Lords on March 11, 1854. He had been Poet Laureate since November 19, 1850. He died October 6, 1892.
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Lord Tennyson
Baron Tennyson
Aldworth and Farrington
House of Lords
Lithiumpower The Lightest Metal And Aluminum
The passage notes lithium is lighter than aluminum with atomic weights lithium about 7 and aluminum about 27. It calls lithium “the lightest metal” and mentions its salts appear in water.
Pronouncing culture: kul-chure or kul-ture debate
Readers ask which syllable is correct in culture. Sources vary: Dr YVize telly favors kul-chur with a soft ch sound, Webster shows kul-tur, Oxford lists -tsher as the final sound. pronunciation varies by region and tradition.
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Yvizetelly
Webster
Oxford
Mohawk Trail Described By Motor Magazine Writer
The editor explains the Mohawk Trail in Massachusetts as it winds from Millers River valley to the Connecticut and Deerfield valleys, crossing the Berkshire Hills. The writer notes access via North Adams and describes the scenic route for automobile tourists.
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Millers River
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Deerfield
Berkshire Hills
North Adams
Belt presented to Sullivan at Boston Theatre in 1887
The famous $10 000 diamond belt was presented to John L Sullivan at the Boston Theatre on August 8 1887 after his defeat by Corbett.
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Boston
John L. Sullivan
Corbett
Boston Theatre
Public reception and political figures noted in 1892
The article recalls a public reception with Hugh O'Brien then mayor of Boaston occupying a box. It notes an event culminating on September 7, 1892 when Corbett finally saw John L. The piece emphasizes notable attendees and a historic moment in the era.
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Boaston
Corbett
John L
Definition of a gentleman in biblical verses debated
A reader asks if a Bible definition of a true gentleman exists and requests chapter and verse. The user cites fragments from Psalm 15 and discusses upright conduct, truth, and avoidance of evil or reproach.
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