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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1919

Page

2

Frocks Feature Colored Taffeta with Ruching Skirts

The dresses showcase vivid colored taffetas with ruchings along the skirts giving added fullness and texture to the style.

Christmas Trees Priced Higher by Twenty Percent This Year

Marketmen report Christmas trees will cost more this season with a roughly 20 percent rise in cutting and delivery costs compared with last year. Faneuil Hall area gets a festive setup as shipments arrive daily, though buyers are few. Current prices run from 1.50 to 6 dollars.

Faneuil Hall

Ellen Twomey McGilvary Dies at 92 in Newburyport

NEWBURYPORT, Dec. 5. Mrs Ellen Twomey McGilvary died today aged 92. A native of Ireland she lived in this city more than a half century. She leaves one son two daughters grandchildren and great grandchildren a number of them.

Newburyport Ellen Twomey McGilvary Ireland

Cambridge High and Latin hold Christmas Bazaar wave

The fourth annual get-together day at Cambridge High and Latin Schools ran yesterday and last night in the high school auditorium. Classes managed the bazaar raising over 800 dollars for a memorial to graduates who died in the war. seniors flowers juniors fancy articles sophomores ice cream and freshmen food. Dancing lasted from seven to eleven.

Cambridge High Cambridge High School

Flour Cargo Bound for Greece From Mystic Wharf

Fourteen million pounds of flour milled in Canada is loaded for Greece aboard the American steamer West Point now at Mystic wharf. The 100000 sacks form the second largest shipment through the port, with the Ashland County to follow for a similar consign ment to Pireus or Saloniki.

Pireus Greece West Point Mystic Wharf New York Canada Ashland County Salonik

Mother Pierce's Recipes in Maine Woods Kitchen

An interview with Mrs Harry Pierce wife of the King and Bartlett camp proprietor. She chops venison mince and rolls pie crusts in the log cabin kitchen as pies bake, filling the room with a festive aroma of Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Maine Woods Harry Pierce King and Bartlett Camp Roaring Big Range

Mother Pierce Serves Woodsmen Favorites And Lessons

In the remote woods Mrs. Pierce cooks hearty venison dishes Slum Gullion and Pot Hellion while sharing kitchen tips with campers She recalls venison cooking school days and the tradition of winging strong dish names Her spotless kitchen and warm hospitality earn her the title Queen of Dead River Country and Mother to local hunters and fishermen

Mrs. Pierce Pierce Pat Hellion Mra Pierce Mother Pierce Harry Pierce Dead River Country

City election preliminaries set ballot order confirmed

Official preliminaries for the December 16 city election finished with candidates drawing for ballot positions. The Good Government Association endorses three council hopefuls while two soldier candidates, Captain David J. Brickley and William F. McCarthy, drew first and second on the council ballot. School committee lines up with O'Connor, McLaughlin, Bogan, and Abrahams across the four seats.

Good Government Association David J. Brickley William F. McCarthy Council

Don’ts for Shoppers Issued by Police Chief Crowley

A Christmas rush safety list warns shoppers and merchants to guard property and avoid theft. Do not leave purses on counters or unattended autos. keep handbags secure and away from crowds. carry cash modestly. shop quickly. notify authorities if suspicious activity is seen. Expressmen and merchants should guard goods on sidewalks and trucks from rear thefts.

Michael H. Crowley

News print shortage prompts call for voluntary curbs

The Chicago Tribune urges newspapers to cut news print consumption to match shrinking supply and rising prices. It argues tighter paper use and reduced ad space are needed to avert disaster for many papers and calls for a general industry agreement led by stronger publications.

The Chicago Tribune the Tribune

Result of Restriction Sparks Debate Over Market Power

In a fragmentary report observers ponder whether the restriction stems from manipulation or monopoly. Analysts note potential effects on competition, pricing, and consumer choice. Local officials defer judgment awaiting fuller data.

Roxbury Paving Payments Halting Over Defective Sections

The Finance Commission recommends Mayor Peters suspend further payments to the Bermudez company for Conant and Smith streets paving Roxbury until alleged defective portions are removed. Reports by consulting engineer Guy C. Emerson and a New York asphalt expert underlie the decision.

Guy C. Emerson Finance Commission New York Roxbury Peters Bermudez Company Conant and Smith Streets

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