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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1919
Page
9
The piece argues philosophy is plain living guided by self reliance and practical judgment. It emphasizes personal experience over academic theories, warns against overreliance on distant authorities, and calls for the common sense of ordinary men as the true measure of wisdom.
The Sugar Equalization Board announced 30 thousand tons of American beet sugar from the Central States will move to Atlantic coast states to ease the eastern sugar shortage this month. Full relief hinges on Cuban sugar arrivals expected in January. The Central West crop cannot justify loaning that quantity to the East.
Alphonse Ghiaim, a cigarmaker at a New England plant, offers a challenge to any maker to a contest. Officials say he can roll 600 cigars daily by hand and maintains this average. He is a member of the Cigar Makers Union and reputed as the swiftest in their ranks.
Hartford December 1 rates of the Southern New England Telephone Company will not be changed. Government control ended August 1 and increased rates took effect May 1. Exchange Manager W F Nickerson said the company cannot lower rates given current equipment and labor costs and does not plan to raise them, so no change is expected.
One hundred two new diphtheria cases were reported in Connecticut last week with Hartford and Waterbury each tallying 14. Thirteen influenza cases appeared, seven in New Canaan, while New Haven logged 41 measles and Winchester accounted for 30 of 50 whooping cough cases statewide.
Representative Kelley of Michigan introduced a bill defining criminal syndicalism and making advocacy of it a felony. The proposal argues the federal government must shield itself and state governments from organizations promoting crime and violence to drive a new social, industrial, and political order.
The measure defines criminal syndicalism as advocating crime, sabotage, violence or terrorism to overthrow a republic for reform. Aliens promoting it would be deported, naturalized immigrants would lose citizenship and be deported. Attacks on state and federal governments would be punishable.
The frameless cuff shaped hat becomes a favorite as fashion circles note its sleek silhouette. New coats appear wide at the back and straight in line, signaling a fresh look for the season.
New York December 1 Smith College alumnae plan a $4,000,000 campaign starting January 17 by forming a flying cooking corps and parlor staff to raise funds. Mrs Hannah Dunlop Andrews chairs the fund committee and calls a meeting at the Women’s University Club with delegates expected from New York State and several other states and districts.
Five rear admirals gathered at Charlestown navy yard marking a historic visit. They included Samuel S. Robison commandant, William E. Eberle of Division 5, Hugo Osterhaus inspector of naval stations, Thomas Washington chief of the bureau of navigation, and C. E. Coontz chief of the bureau of operations. Lieutenant-Commander HB. Stone accompanied the trio from Washington to oversee enlisted personnel.
Governor Milliken, advised by his physician, has canceled all public speaking engagements for the present due to throat trouble. The orders include a December 10 address before the Professional Women's Club in Boston.
Fishing schooner Ronald Moulton carrying 1300 quintals of cod ran aground at Woods Island due to a heavy gale. A steamer tried to pull her off but the attempt failed.
The War Department renews for one year its lease on MIT's wind tunnel, the first American facility to study aircraft behavior under varied flying conditions. Hundreds of wartime experiments replaced risky test flights, using 1/24 scale models to map plane responses. G. M. Denkinger and C. Hanscom, MIT Technology graduates, named laboratory directors with two former instructors as engineers.
In Topeka, authorities announced the mobilization of Kansas National Guard cavalry companies to form a new regiment and the rapid organization of 300 deputy sheriffs by the American Legion to support Crawford County Sheriff in maintaining order amid the mining situation.
Prohibition enforcement chief John Kramer of Ohio submits seven Connecticut men for dry law enforcement jobs. He asks H. E. Spooner of the Connecticut Temperance Union to investigate the list and report back.
The description praises a versatile gown suitable for many occasions. It notes colors and fabrics such as turquois crepe chiffon with gold bands and a jade girdle, and suggests alternative pairings like old blue chiffon with silver or ivory lace for different complexions. It explains tailoring details that maintain a narrow hem and graceful drape.
Irma Seydel presented a violin recital in Jordan Hall with a varied program. The Boston audience appreciated her clean technique, robust tone, and careful phrasing, including Tartini, Schubert, Chopin, Beethoven, and pieces by White and Brahms.
Brockton City Solicitor reports that the State Gas and Electric Light Commissioners have dismissed the 1917 complaint by Mayor McLeod seeking a lower gas price. Hearings had been held previously in connection with the matter of heat, health, and public services.
An old remedy claim states Hayes G Honey stops throat tickle with a cough. The ad notes the product price at 85e per bottle.
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