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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1919
Page
20
A report notes Oregon enacts the criminal syndicalism act making it a felony to advocate sabotage or join groups promoting it. Washington passes a similar statute. The piece argues the West seeks strong enforcement and warns disorder advocates that the trend may spread.
Suffolk grand jury found no indictment for the North End molasses tank crash that killed nineteen. Calls arise to strengthen building laws, tighten inspections, and reorganize the Public Building Department to prevent future deaths.
Rear Admiral Blue orders end to terms like geowomen and vyeomanettes in the naval reserve. The substitute is Yeoman (F) with the letter F indicating sex. Critics argue the change downgrades women who have served bravely without gender markers.
The Bureau of Immigration announces plans to deport between 7000 and 8000 alien anarchists and undesirables as fast as they can be rounded up and shipped out. The policy targets those who refuse to embrace American opportunities and governance, while allowing room for deserving aliens to pursue Americanization and peaceful contribution to the country’s advancement.
A cautious stance urges care in supporting those seeking lawful citizenship while opposing factions with no government. The debate contrasts orderly, law abiding aliens in the citizenship process with the so called reds who reject government authority.
Opinion argues President Wilson supports strong terms to ensure Germany cannot resume war. France will be protected by the conference and the United States, seen as the frontier of civilization, will lead in safeguarding peace. Critics in Paris and allies are urged to unite against German aggression.
The British Aerial Transport Committee urges state aid to private aviation postwar while American aircraft builders warn of government neglect. They warn stalled aerial mail expansion and shrinking air services threaten U.S. leadership as plants idle and production falters.
The New York Sun blames Democrats for delays but acknowledges Republicans in the Senate have caused more obstruction. It notes endless debates and wasted hours on topics other than the main bill, criticizing the GOP’s and Democrats’ pacing as the session nears its end.
A fragment notes an end to a riot of trivial talk, criticizing weakness and amiable behavior. The line suggests a shift from passivity to action though no names or places are given.
The piece critiques Senator Weeks for proposing to abolish the U S comptroller of the currency and questions his prior claims. It notes Williams's long tenure and argues the timing reflects political hostility rather than newly found flaws. The article emphasizes partisan consistency and the perceived political motive behind the move.
A Senate exchange ridicules Boies Penrose for praising Bolshevik Russia's railways and mocks his claim that Trotzky Lenin and Red leadership could run American lines better than McAdoo Hines Gray Holden and Smith. The derisive column notes Bolsheviks have not run Russian railways and urges them to visit to learn from American experts.
The piece notes militant suffragists jailed for disorderly acts may form a line to greet President Wilson on his return, but doubts arise over such a display. It suggests New York or Boston could host the welcome, yet questions persist about the feasibility and motive of lining his path from boat to motor.
Queen Marie of Romania and King Ferdinand invited to visit England. She backed the Allies during the war and is a first cousin of King George. Admiral Sims is adored by the English, and Sir Harry Brittain plans entertainments for visiting officers. Frank H. Simonds and Rupert Hughes feature in wartime lore and Versailles material.
A brief note depicts a scene where a man named Reggie tips a woman who responds with a smile and thanks. The exchange suggests a courteous, cordial moment amid routine work.
A personal reminiscence recalls a close childhood friendship between David and Jonathan. The speaker describes shared schooling, dorm life, and loyalties, then notes drift as new friends appeared and they lost contact, ending with a nostalgic plea for reunion.
A reader recounts skimming at 700 feet when a fast opposing plane forced a rightward turn into a fog bank. They remained stuck overnight until sunrise, with advice to call an airplane garage and even carry a shovel to clear fog. The column also debunks a local naturalist’s Douroucoli claim, suggesting the Whingdingit as a better fit.
The column muses on Valentine customs and a centennial birthday for Christopher L. Sholes, the so called Father of the Typewriter. It recalls George Hill of the Somerset Club and his chats with presidents, plus anecdotes from ice cutting, old coins, local readers, and wartime memorials.
The article highlights Moravia and Bohemia as key industrial regions in Czecho-Slovakia with rich iron and coal mines, railcar and locomotive factories in Prague, bridge works in Prague, and famed brewing in Posen. It notes prewar Bohemian exports, potential for renewed US-Czech trade, and a notable Citizens' Brewing Company venture.
A whimsical creature named Whingdingit seeks to eat from the hand without harming fingers. It wears a luxurious fur coat infested with cooties and endures a miserable existence due to its condition.
Debbie receives a letter from a WWI correspondent named Jim Bailey and replies. Years later the real Lt Bailey appears in person revealing the ruse by a bunkmate Bob Small. Debbie learns the truth and marries him in a military wedding.
Household tips advise packing lemons in a jar of sand so surfaces do not touch for indefinite freshness. It claims this preserves flavor better than water and avoids flavor loss. Also noted is a flaky pie crust tip with cornstarch added to pastry flour. A needle threading tip is included along with the signature Mrs H B Crosby of 980 Lexington Street East Boston.
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