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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1921
Page
14
The Boston Post issue from February 8 1921 details daily newsroom content from Post Publishing Co. at 259 Washington Street Boston with vol 413 and issue no 8, outlining standard newspaper pages and possible local notices.
Cane moved from behind the scenes to the second box in the stage's right-hand lower tier and appeared able to attend his successor's inauguration on March 4. He looked better than expected and seemed ready to participate, a sign that some would cheer his return to physical strength despite others' misgivings about their acquaintance.
General Pershing told the House naval affairs committee that the United States should keep its forces ready but press for an international arms reduction. He urged a world agreement led by the U S and Britain, with France Japan and Italy aboard, to ease debt burdens from World War I. The House appropriations panel meanwhile sought 395,504,444 for naval completion next year, highlighting the need for global disarmament talks.
A doctor and his wife were in a car when a woman allegedly stepped into the path. The wife was killed and the doctor, after hospital treatment, seeks 40000 damages from the pedestrian. The piece notes pedestrians can share fault and cites Boston transit reforms.
The President appeared at a Washington theatre on Tuesday evening marking the first public outing since his 16 month illness. A large reception from the audience signaled support as Wilson nears recovery, with reports noting his enjoyment of one of his favorite recreations.
Boston business editor argues for expanded supervision of foreign banks under the Bank Commissioner Joseph C. Allen. He cites past bank scams, recent failures including the Polish Industrial Association, and claims that about half of sixty foreign bankers in Boston violate banking laws. He urges cooperation and new safeguards to protect depositors and ensure lawful clearings.
The quotes assert that secession and nullification are dead ideas that failed their trials and cannot be revived. Even leaders Johnson and Phelan cannot rally support or revive the movements.
Mayor Peters reports a city surplus of 3 817 249 dollars as of January 31 1921, praised departments and Collector Deland for strong collections. The piece notes the surplus is not ideal for municipal finances and anticipates gradual tax rate reductions, while urging continued cost-cutting and efficiency across departments.
President Warren G. Harding will receive nearly $20,000 less per year than Woodrow Wilson due to income tax rules. Revenue officials say Harding will claim a $2,000 exemption for a married man, face a formal income of about $5,480, and incur a surtax around $12,940, totaling $18,420.
Mary Mears writes from Washington Square address to Boston Sunday Post defending the film The Forbidden Thing as a moral tale. She insists Provincetown’s people are the author’s and denies racial immorality, arguing the story shows good triumphing over evil and that the adaptation aims to be uplifting despite changes for screen.
California Senators Johnson and Phelan threaten to oppose any treaty that nullifies state land laws while urging caution on federal commitments. Senator Williams recalls 1861 riot acts and warns California will not declare war on the Union, signaling strong domestic opposition to ratification.
Fragment of a poem or verse found in a Malden newspaper clipping features characters Little Boy Blue Little Miss Muffet and a parent figure Bertie Bertram. It mentions a trolley breaking and a humorous though crude tone reflecting street corner humor of the era.
The aphorism ponders that masking oneself hinders being loved and admired. It argues authenticity would win acceptance more than shaped personas. The quote suggests society rewards false images but true identity earns regard if unveilled.
A Boston resident proposes a mudguard for walkers to shield them from mud sprayed by passing cars. The writer, Cooper, asks Newt to take the idea and offers a 10 percent royalty on all orders fulfilled.
A humorous 19th century style letter from Horace Catullus Phelapdoodle asking Newton for help growing a beard. The reply from N N offers a ridiculous recipe using rabbit foot, garlic, asafetida, Camembert and glue to stimulate whiskers, warning to keep the mixture off hands.
A Boston weather reminiscence notes the coldest February 3 on record being 5 below in 1881 and 3 below in 1917. It cites a warmest 33 in 1775 and lists rain or snow on this date in 1911 1913 1914 1915 and 1918.
A historical note explains the Jefferson inaugurations with a mix of myth and fact. It recounts Jefferson riding to the Capitol with soldiers, the volatile reception by Burr and Marshall, and his aim for simple official life. It also notes the contrast with his second inauguration lacking drama as Federalists faded.
Critics compare Margaret Lynn’s Free Soil and C A Dawson Scott’s The Headland, noting a clear gap between old and new literary spirits. Free Soil follows abolitionist versus proslavery struggles in Kansas with John Trueman and Ellen, while The Headland focuses on three days in the lives of Roma Lennox Hendre Pendragon and Tavis Hawke, depicting a newer narrative approach.
The passage compares Mrs. Dawson’s compressed narrative to May Sinclair and Dorothy Richardson. It notes Dawson’s approach resembles modern stream of consciousness with disordered thoughts and ellipses. Readers may prefer one或 both depending on timing and taste.
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