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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1921
Page
6
The piece condemns mob violence after a felonious attack on a young woman and escort near Barnstable. It urges restraint, cites Massachusetts laws, and calls Governor Cox's appeal to reason as a remedy to prevent further crowd unrest.
The speaker defends the ongoing German treaty negotiations as standard practice in U S history and Senate consultation. He cites past administrations from Washington to Harding and emphasizes that the treaty will be public only after Hughes submits it to the Senate, invoking precedent and constitutional sense.
A commentator argues Congress plans to tax manufactured goods in the production chain rather than via a visible sales tax. The proposed levies would add 5 to 15 percent to item value, with manufacturers paying upfront and passing costs to consumers. The piece explains the pricing impact as costs are set.
The piece argues every sale should show the tax included in the price. It notes a 15 percent tax raises a $1.00 item to $1.15 cost, leading to a sale price of $1.40 with tax. It says manufacturers do not pay the tax and buyers bear it unknowingly, urging open tax cards and receipts to curb political waste.
Bank Commissioner Allen defends closing the Cosmopolitan and other banks amid a suit by depositors seeking about 5 million dollars. He cites improper director loans and weak banking practices, urging law and staffing changes to prevent future scandals. The case goes to the Commonwealth Supreme Court for impartial ruling.
Boston outlines hospital growth including a new lying-in hospital at 500000 dollars, Thorndike Memorial Hospital contract awarded, and City Hospital outpatient remodeling costing a total of 1000000 dollars. Adds 800 beds at City Hospital and 3000000 dollars for improvements while noting high taxes and urging wealthy citizens to help.
Postmaster General Hays considers using phonographic music in night mail sorting after trials in Minneapolis improved worker morale. The plan aims to boost efficiency without hindering operations though risks like distraction or letter mishandling exist. Washington has not blocked the experiment and may expand it if benefits prove lasting.
The old observer recalls Boston’s warmest August day reaching 90 degrees in 1883 and 1917 and the coldest 62 degrees for this date. He notes no rain in Boston on this date for the past decade except 1912 and 1914.
A London Ontario despatch tells of Edward Henshaw lifting a limb with a group of five eagles after a bullet shattered the branch. The limb broke, Ed fell, but the eagles carried him over forests and lake before he drifted ashore. Readers share further eagle yarns and a Maine tale of seven eagles slain by a ramrod.
Peggy faces social maneuvering as Betty Milwood hopes Kent Wayne the New York artist attends her charity festival. A chance meeting with Wayne, plus a jam mishap involving Bobbie, foreshadows Peggy's upcoming encounter with the famed guest. Wayne leaves a card and a dollar for Bobbie, who loses it, cementing a quiet bond. Peggy later notices Wayne arriving at the festival, hinting at a clash of affections and social power in Milwood.
Dr Archibald T Davidson director of the Harvard Glee Club and 18 members returning from a Europe tour arrive in New York City aboard the steamship Rochambeau from Havre France.
Peggy notices Kent Wayne the artist arriving at a garden party where she sits with Betty Milwood and other guests. Kent asks to speak, sparking rumors as Peggy and Kent are seen together in a roadster with Bobbie, while Milwood watches closely and gossip swirls.
The Observant Citizen notes a strong push for the Every Member Get a Member campaign to double American Legion membership, aided by reports from local headquarters. Other items include a cleaned Band Stand funded by Parkman’s bequest, a Cape Cod reader’s plea for fish and game conservation, and remarks on Boston New York food terms, a 100th birthday celebration, rising bicycle sales, and alimony delays at Dorchester Court.
The article surveys China and India as early civilizations, noting Fu hi myths, the Shang dynasty, and the rise of Confucius. It discusses legendary emperors, bronze artifacts, and the shift from barbarism to organized rule, ending with Confucius’s teachings and his impact on Chinese governance and philosophy.
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