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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1920
Page
14
The Cleveland shortstop Raymond Chapman died after a blow to the head from a ball pitched by Carl Mays of the New York Americans. The incident is described as one of baseballs saddest accidents, with widespread sympathy for Chapmans widow and for Mays who mourns the tragedy though not to blame.
Officials at the Children’s Hospital in Boston appeal for surplus garden produce including vegetables and small fruits. They note high costs limit purchases for little patients and urge farmers and gardeners within reach to donate a larger supply, assuring the help will reach those in need.
Former Senator Weeks, after observing a western tour, says Ohio and Indiana are a horse race and not guaranteed. He remains confident Harding will carry both states, yet warns that certainty in bets can cost. The piece discusses the peril of overconfidence in political forecasts.
The passage argues that if the United States joined the League of Nations it would join the Supreme Council where only four of the 3Q members sit and would be bound by the council’s decisions except for procedural vetoes. It asserts the US would have to follow European mandates once voting.
Fragmentary text accuses a political faction of easy indignation over a War Department message. It references Secretary Baker and an Ohio Democratic state convention, noting the letter was sent under War Department frank. The passage remains unclear and incomplete.
The essay notes mass franking of Republican senatorial speeches sent free under old privileges, calling it an ancient practice not new graft by Democrats. It argues both parties bear responsibility for franking and warns against excessive acrimony in political discourse.
The piece voices alarm over Bolshevik encirclement of Warsaw and the risk of Poland becoming a Soviet state. It cites Lenine’s aims, quotes Tchitcherin on arming Polish workers, and discusses U.S. party stances and advice to aid a free Poland. It also critiques Treasurer Burrell over bank deposit secrecy and calls for his resignation if he stays in office.
Colonel Adam Gifford commander of Salvation Army forces in New England departs Thursday to lead the army in the western United States and the Hawaiian Islands. In 12 years he proved a capable organizer and public servant, earning a well deserved promotion to Lieutenant-Commander as he moves to new duties.
Four army airplanes landed at Wrangel on Saturday proving the viability of an Arctic air route. They covered about 3500 miles and delivered mail from that region in 30 days, with one day faster than expected. The expedition continues toward Cape Prince of Wales, 50 miles from Asia, suggesting Boston to London flights may be feasible.
The governor rules that Massachusetts banks advertising through the State Treasurer Burrell's agency cannot hold state funds. It argues the connection is improper and ethically wrong, asserting the treasurer should not place state money in banks allied with his advertising contractor.
The piece argues Republicans claim the Federal ReserveSystem credit they oppose. It notes decades of currency reform pressure and criticizes GOP attempts to credit themselves. It credits Wilson with pushing the reserve system and rebuts Aldrich and regional-central debates.
A collage of notes and chatter mixes sports, royals, and movie stars. Joséphus Danielsa recalls a baseball dream derailed by work at a newspaper. Royal finances during World War I and a newborn prince in Versailles are teased, while Pauline Frederick seeks divorce from Willar Mack. The Sphinx column features reader humor about a noiseless mosquito and Montello correspondence.
A 1920 poem praising the healer role of song and music in easing pain and doubt. The speaker asks for strength to lift hearts, heal hurt, and bring joy amid the struggles of life, urging music to calm a world in need.
A biting poem targets profiteers blamed for price gouging. The speaker scorns their luxury mansions cars and bankers parley. It laments the poor and urges punishment in a fiery hell while condemning soaring prices in Boston.
Bio notes John Russell born August 18 1792 in London British statesman long central figure in English politics He rose after early failures to lead political affairs succeeding Sir Robert Peel as foreign secretary During Civil War his Northern sympathy helped keep England neutral He spent final decade in retirement drafting recollections and died at 86.
The article surveys legendary beauties in ancient Greece, focusing on Circe daughter of Helios and Perse, her magic turning companions into animals, and Odysseus’s resistance and stay on Aeaea. It notes Hermes guidance, Penelope’s fidelity, and Calypso as rival, with commentary on Homeric virtue and myth’s historical plausibility.
A humorous column reflects Easter weather quirks with wind directions from local landmarks and flags. It laments rising blueberry and lemon prices, predicts a bigger apple crop, and jokes about pie sizes and costs. The piece also lightly endorses a lapel flower as political fashion.
A Boston reader surveys October trends from sealskin and fine dress to travel, tolls, and a wave of autumn color. He notes rising travel to Europe, a booming open dance hall at Revere Beach, and a large Knights Templar parade for the Odd Fellows centennial with about 40 000 in line. The piece touches postal spellings of Winnipesaukee and farm labor swaps, plus a glimpse of Hal B Mosby and Ponzi era probes.
Historical figures show Boston’s warmest August 1 readings of 94 in 1884 and 91 in 1900. Coldest marking 53 occurred in 1918. No rain fell on August 1 in the past decade except in 1011 1012 1914 and 1919, per official data.
Portsmouth earns praise as the Beauty Spot of New Hampshire. The Colonial Lecture showcases Governor John Langdon's house as a model for the Jamestown Exposition NH building. Grinling Gibbons carvings appear in Windsor Castle, St Paul’s, and London churches.
Fadts and fashions predict a winter favorite for wraps and dresses. Ostrich fringes stay popular as trimming while the wide muffler collar enhances coats and suits. Plaid and serge mix in vogue with intermediate length gloves. Silk brocaded wraps and bright braids feature as trims for fall.
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