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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1919
Page
10
The Highway Commission accelerates plate distribution, ordering early applications for low numbers and reporting a record delivery pace. On Oct. 27 distribution readiness was announced, with 3000 pairs delivered in one day and stock of 60 000 pleasure car plates, 40 000 truck plates, 10 000 motorcycle plates, and 2000 dealer sets ready to go.
The Somerville American Legion post was presented with a set of colors yesterday afternoon by the Somerville Lodge of Elks in a ceremony attended by ten people. A street parade followed featuring two companies of bluejackets from the battleship Florida, the ship's band, Elks representatives, and other patriotic figures.
Exalted Ruler Joseph Dow of the Elks presented the colors on a stand before the high school. Vice Commander Parks accepted on behalf of the Vets. Taps sounded, Rev W II Pettus gave benediction, and the band played the Star Spangled Banner.
A 19 year old facing a marriage choice asks if she should forgive a former lover who may return. The adviser cautions against deciding in a state of romance and suggests marrying a dependable, loving partner if she fits the average profile, while noting distinct faults if she is not average. The passage ends with a brief aside on fashion trends in lingerie.
A monster Armistice Day parade in Lynn featured 10000 marchers with many fraternal groups. The American Legion contributed 8000 veterans, the Lynn G A R Post had 100 veterans, and 1000 attendees joined an evening dance at the State Armory. Subscriptions for the Red Cross Roll Call funded a legion clubhouse project.
Dr Alice Hamilton of Illinois Harvard's first woman teacher was guest of honor at the Armistice dinner hosted by the Women's City Club. Other guests included Commissioner Edwin J Mulready of the Board of Labor and Industries Dr Wade Wright Mrs Davis R Dewey and Miss Mary C Wiggin.
Armistice Day was observed in Lexington with exercises led by Stanley Hill Post No 38 American Legion. A memorial service and flag ceremony took place at the Lexington battleground at 11 AM, followed by the post’s first Armistice Night panel at the Town Hall in the evening.
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