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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1920
Page
14
The Boston Post See dated December 18 1920 issued by Post Publishing Co notes offices at 259 Washington Street Boston Massachusetts.
Rates list for Daily, Sunday, and combined subscriptions to U S and Canada with durations and prices. Includes special Canada and foreign rates, plus postage surcharge for Boston district and address 1383 Main.
The Treasury Department asks newspapers to praise thrift stamps as a good gift for kids. The stamps engage children like stamp collecting and teach them financial value, while not reducing Christmas giving. The leaflet urges broadening gifts for future well being.
Mayor Peters directs the Committee on Americanism to study local joblessness and quickly develop plans to address any public unemployment emergency. He notes higher unemployment in other cities and urges practical, intelligent action as winter approaches.
The piece argues against staging a World’s Fair in Boston tied to the Pilgrim Tercentenary. It notes global participation waning and expositions failing to boost host cities. It warns of wasted effort, international indifference, and Boston’s own strong appeal without such events.
The speaker argues against a temporary booming World’s Fair approach. They say the Pilgrim Tercentenary can be celebrated adequately in other ways and warn against the fantastic notion and imminent failure.
An opinion column argues against a proposed wheat import tariff. It contends tariffs harm consumers, ignore global market prices, and shift costs onto the public while farmers gamble for higher returns. It notes wheat and cotton price swings postwar and warns against government bailouts for losses.
Report from Washington claims most of the President's recent appointments will not be acted on this session. Only possible exception is Joseph Tumulty, secretary to the President, as a candidate for the Court of Customs Appeals. Confirmation would be a rare courtesy to Woodrow Wilson by the Senate.
The piece argues for a limited and brief immigration exclusion act. It notes wartime suspension created a pause and warns against hysterical fears. It urges a one year ban to gauge effects before deciding to lift or extend the policy.
An editorial warns that New England faces periodic coal shortages endangering health and welfare. It urges states to form fuel departments to secure and maintain an assured coal supply by planning in summer, coordinating waterways, railways, and mines.
A brief note describes a country abundant in coal and oil, mentioning the recurrence or repetition of related conditions and issues within its economy and energy sector. The text hints at ongoing cycles affecting development and policy considerations.
Citizens doubt amendments but recognize this change is necessary. The charter requires elections four years after the state vote, but Massachusetts now uses a biennial system with no state election next year. The Legislature must fix the timing for Boston elections including mayor, council, and school committee.
A breezy scene unfolds with swaying trees and a bright smile reflecting in the light. After recent showers the wheat fields wear their gladdest style in a peaceful rural mood.
Reader letters debate an old tip about placing water under ice chest legs to deter ants. D. O. argues it fools ants by removing scent trails, while DR.G notes ants are not active out of season in New England. The exchange ends with a pledge to answer out of season questions later.
The column marks the centennial of suffragist Mary Livermore born in 1820 noting her Civil War sanitary work and Emancipation Proclamation sale for a fundraiser. It also surveys Lynn Christmas decor and local transit price cuts, street musicians, politeness awards, holiday greens, a 1607 era axe gift to Portland society, snowbound northern New England, and Massachusetts couples seeking Providence licenses.
A speaker asks how to aid needy children in having a merry Christmas. The reply urges contributing to the Post Santa fund, noting it requires significantly more money to reach its goal.
An advertisement notes potatoes served with meat or fish orders at no extra charge. The offer appears in a nearby town’s restaurant ad, highlighting a complimentary side item to attract customers.
A note from Derby Line VI discusses Mrs. Wm. Whitcher hiring Mr. Ray Lincoln to work on her farm after a misfortune with a horse. A reader questions human evolution satire and praises Lincoln as a capable farmhand with superhuman strength.
Object list includes one oak bed with spring icebox gas heater wringer morris chair and a boy's wagon. Apply to withheld Mass newspaper listing notes sale of home goods and furnishings.
An exchange reveals a one meal combo eaten at noon labeled a right-hand gentleman's quick lunchery. The menu includes exploded barley with milk, bacon and eggs, hot rolls, coffee, oyster cocktail, split-pea soup, celery and olives, smelts, roast sirloin, mashed potatoes, Lima beans, a quarter of apple pie, vanilla ice cream, and crackers with cheese. The eater skipped breakfast lunch and supper, subsisting on this single combined meal.
A poetic tribute letter extols The Boston Post as a paper for all ages from coast to coast. The author proposes a toast to the favorite newspaper and wishes good luck for the coming year, mentioning a Cambridge address at Rockingham Street.
The oldest resident recalls Boston's coldest official reading for December 18 at 6 below in 1919 and 8 above in 1876. The warmest on this date reached 61 in 1915. No rain or snow fell on this date in the past decade except in 1912 and 1915.
The execution of Elizabeth, sister of Louis XVI, is recounted as a poignant tragedy of the French Revolution. Born 1764 at Versailles, she chose a life of devotion and charity at Montreuil, declined marriage for the sake of family, aided the poor, and stood with her brother through peril. She was executed by guillotine after witnessing the downfall of the monarchy.
The Gloucester Times reports the Boston Post editorial opposing syndicate funded boats for a new schooner to defend the international fishermen’s trophy. The piece argues races should be run by regular fishermen, preserving the sport’s New England and Nova Scotia flavor and avoiding a shift to a commercial racing event.
Report notes opponents mock Lloyd George calling him the Ada mantine Premier for his volatile shifts on issues. It mentions Rev W E Clarke a friend of Stevenson delivering a funeral address in Samoan for the Treasure Island author. It also references Thomas W Lamont of Morgan supporting the Democratic ticket amid Wall Street chatter.
The piece notes New York Evening Post loyalty, Lamont recognizing opposition value, and warns against partisan big business harming big business. It recalls Landis remarks by senators, and mentions Harvard classmates Lodge and William Lawrence, plus Idaho Senator Frank Gooding born in England in 1867, a large sheep owner and four term governor who lost a Senate bid to Democrats.
The message urges donations to the Post Santa fund to purchase gifts for underprivileged children. It specifies contributions support a charitable drive and emphasizes helping needy youngsters during the Christmas season.
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