Statue of Lafayette Gift Unites Metz French and Americans
In Metz the Knights of Columbus presented a splendid equestrian statue of Lafayette by Paul Bartlett to the city. The gesture marks international goodwill and recalls Lafayette’s early influence on American independence. France recognizes the gift’s profound meaning amid the era’s global concerns.
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Teuton
France
Knights of Columbus
Lafayette
Paul Bartlett
Judge Orr Rules Against Warranted Home Searches
A Pittsburg despatch reports Federal Judge Charles P. Orr declared the Volstead act does not authorize officers to enter private homes with search warrants unless there is evidence of illicit liquor sales. The decision affirms constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.
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Pittsburg
Charles P. Orr
United States District Court
Orr
Visiting Dentists Conference in Boston Attracts National Dental Association
Boston welcomes the National Dental Association's convention with about 000 attendees from a 27000 member body. The piece notes dentistry's growing role in child health and link between tooth condition and general wellness as a key shift in practice.
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Boston
National Dental Association
Boston to Orient New Dollar Steamship Link Opens Boston Service
North Atlantic and Western Steamship Co becomes leading agents for the Dollar Steamship Co linking Boston with Yokohama Kobe Hong Kong and Shanghai via a new service. The first sailing of the Hwah Jah 10000 ton cargo carrier under the Chinese flag adopts low insurance rates and will run monthly or more often if cargo exists.
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Boston
North Atlantic & Western Steamship Company
Dollar Steamship Comy
Seattle
San Francisco
Boston Port Suggested for Cargo Exports
Cargo moved from New York to far east ports is drawn from New England areas. President Ware of the Nansco line urges directing this cargo through Boston to exporters in Boston and New England for practical alignment.
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New York
Far East
New England
Boston
Ware
Nansco”’ Line
Burrell Candidacy Faces Republican Committee Review
Massachusetts Republicans weigh action to withdraw State Treasurer Burrell from renomination amid controversy over his advertising agency ties to banks. A joint committee will study the case and refer it to the state convention, with possible endorsement of a Democratic nominee if Burrell remains on the ticket.
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Club
Printing errors in bank deposit figures and related stories
A Boston Herald editorial criticizes a fellow paper for omitting key deposit totals from last November and this month. It notes $9,156,493.24 outstanding and $5,689,298.56 deposited, referencing exclusive Post coverage and Governor Coolidge’s stance on state depositories tied to Burrell ads.
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Boston
Boston Herald
Post
Coolidge
Burrell Advertising Agency
Dangerous bill proposal drawn to bind platform pledges
The writer condemns a proposed law that would deem anyone nominated by a political party and later voting against party platform as a felony with up to ten years in prison and loss of voting rights. It mocks the idea as dangerous nonsense and questions how governors would respond.
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Washington
Coolidge
Massachusetts
Bartlett
New Hampshire
Across and Back Air Mail Flight Completes First Round Trip
The Larsen J L-6 all metal aeroplane completed the first round trip transcontinental air mail flight landing at Central Park Long Island. Piloted by Bert Acosta the return trip included Eddie Rickenbacker John M Larsen and E F Allyne. Data from the flight will aid the Army Air Service as wind currents and course charts were recorded.
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New York
Alaska
Central Park
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Bert ‘Acosta
Eddie” Rickenbacker
A. E. FP
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E. F E. Allyne
Cleveland
Army Air Service
Air’s usefulness compared to distant thrillers noted
In a concise reflection the piece argues that local air projects are as useful as the long distance thrillers dominating recent global discourse, underscoring value in everyday experiences and practical impact over sensational narratives.
Bankers say money danger passes and economy improves
Leading bankers declare the money crisis danger is past and crop moving demands will be met. They expect a winter of continued adjustment, with some price reactions in Wall Street but overall recovery. Railroads' anticipated prosperity could lift general business and restore confidence.
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Wall Street
America
French Academy Backs Rocking Chair as Most Hygienic Seat
Paris dispatch reports the French Academy of Science endorses rocking chairs as the healthiest seating option for office or home. It cites physiologically correct skull alignment and unobstructed breathing in all chair angles, noting the chair’s American fad status prior to this endorsement.
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French Academy of Science
Paris
Senator Harding
Little Walks About Boston by William Justin Mann
A nostalgic portrait of poet editor John Aldrich and Boston belonging. The piece traces Aldrich life from Beacon Hill residences to his Atlantic Monthly editorship and lists treasured artifacts from the Aldrich House attic and garret memories.
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Thomas Bailey Aldrich
Boston
Portsmouth
New York
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Beacon Hill
Hancock Street
Pinckney Street
Charles Street
James T. Fields
Dr. Holmes
Mt. Vernon Street
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Ticknor
Fields
Atlantic
Longfellow
New England
Addison
A LOVER LAMENT From Mrs. Matchmaker Poem
A South Thomaston reader signs as Mrs. Matchmaker sending a humorous poem about love and societal pressure on girls to be proposed to. The piece jokes that hair and hairpins hinder romantic reach and hints at a broader moral about selflessness leading to happiness.
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Milady
A New Use for Poets Dear Newt
A reader argues poets have uses beyond singing songs, citing a recent Post poem line and suggesting the idea be a major political campaign issue. The writer proposes practical applications for poets and counters the notion that poetry's only value lies in song.
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Newt
Post
Pulchrus Portentous
Straw flowers In Boston market spark curiosity
Observers note a spike in interest as straw flowers appear in baskets and bouquets. Florists confirm the blossoms are real, outdoor-grown and self-drying while retaining color, resembling antique Everlasting flowers. The item prompts speculation and local commentary.
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Boston
Florist
Delilah as Beauty That Ensnared Samson in Bible Tale
A reflection on Delilah from the Old Testament as the famous beauty who beguiled Samson, her influence over him leading to his downfall. The piece recounts their story from his selective weaknesses to the temple’s collapse and asks what happened to Delilah afterward.
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Delilah
Samson
Temple
The Post Did It Ponti Case Commentary
The Cambridge Sentinel lauds The Boston Post for exposing Ponzi in Canada and triggering a government investigation. It credits Attorney General Allen for prompt action and faults Republicans for not advancing a law to curb get rich quick schemes, praising Cambridge for public service.
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Cambridge Sentinel
Boston Post
Ponzi
Allen
Post
Canada
Fonzi
Cambridge
A. Grazier
Boston Weather Notes From Oldest Inhabitant
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls Boston weather for the August Mth. Official records show a warmest 96 degrees in 1912 and 94 in 1898, with a coldest 50 degrees in 1873. He notes no rainfall on this date in the past decade except 1914 1915 1917 1918 and 1919.
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Boston
Evergreen Sage Says Youth Ends Only in Spirit
The piece, attributed to Walt Mason, muses that age is a state of mind not years. It contrasts old men brooding with the speaker who rejects lament and keeps cheerful talks about hams and hummingbirds.
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Janes
Noah
Walt Mason
Hearst’s Magazine
Pedestrian crossing rule and local swimming talent noted
A sergeant laments drivers who ignore the ten foot rule to keep space for pedestrians at crossings. In East Boston, Miss May Horner of Decatur Street gains attention for swimming feats at Hull Beach and potential future championship hopes.
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John V. Foley
Boston
May Horner
Decatur Street
Hull Beach
From Pleasure to Emancipation The End of a Politician
The text traces a political career built on popularity rather than qualifications. In London he joined elite society, traveled Europe, and with Clarkson met Wilberforce. His oratory on slave trade conditions impressed and helped pass bills, edging toward abolition. He retired in 1838 without full success. emancipation followed after his death.
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London
Europe
England
Clarkson
Wilberforce
Senator Lodge Campaigns in Home Section Amid Outings
The piece notes Senator Lodge beginning a campaign in his home district, linking his activity to Lynn Republicans at Bass Point and his leadership roles. It mentions Bryan as a past candidate and president of the National Dry Federation, with a digression on poetry and a humorous anecdote about old letters.
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Lynn
William Jennings Bryan
President Bryan
National Dry Federation
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