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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1921
Page
9
A brief exchange quotes Mrs. Torkins denying her husband’s wins at the races. She says he won nothing except the esteem of the book makers and the sympathy of his friends. The remark reflects a veiled jab at gambling culture and social judgment.
Advert says Pape's Diapepsin provides fast relief from indigestion and stomach discomfort. It claims a safe alternative to drastic drugs, with instant action on belching, acids, sour rises, and headaches from acidity. Millions know its supposed magic and low cost.
Upward of 70 members of the Christian Endeavor Union attended the Suffolk county annual convention in the Dorchester Baptist Temple. Rev C P Christopher of Second Baptist Church Newport R I spoke on the Call to the Heights urging that men be judged by character and deeds rather than money. The afternoon featured debates on society work and a supper for visiting members. Rev Fred Freet, state field secretary, addressed the evening session outlining state activities.
Governor Cox and Mrs. Cox welcome 4140 attendees at the Washingtons Birthday reception in the Hall of Flags. A diverse mix of patriotic, military, fraternal, and civic groups joins associations including Canadian clubs, Knights of Columbus, Irish counties, and the Sons of Massachusetts. State House officials and messengers lead the procession, with State Police headed by Commissioner Foote.
The reception hosted by Governor Cox and Mrs. Cox attracted over 4000 attendees from across New York, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Ohio. It marked the 31st such event since 1884, with notable figures from law, government, and various veterans and civic organizations in attendance despite threatening weather.
Advertisement touts Ice-mint a Japanese product that shrivels and lifts corns and calluses without pain. It promises no irritation, prevents foot odor, cools and soothes, and is recommended by druggists, appealing especially to women wearing high heels.
At Mt. Vernon R L Craigie British charge d affaires laid a wreath on Washingtons tomb for the English speaking union. He urged fellowship among English speaking democracies. George Washington University marked its centennial by awarding honorary degrees to public officials and notable figures including Julia Marlowe J J Jusserand Senator Moses and Mrs Frances Parkinson Keyes.
State and local police will conduct a rigid investigation into a two and a half story dwelling at 45 Elm street East Watertown destroyed by a two alarm fire yesterday morning. Fire Chief Ahearn stated the fire appears incendiary based on evidence of oil spread around the building.
A $25,000 Liberty bond was returned by mail to Clement D. Cates Company, stock brokers in Jacksonville, from which it had been stolen. The robber said the note was too large to handle safely but kept two smaller bonds.
Washington's Birthday exercises at Old South Meeting House honored essay winners. Mary S. Yassin won $40 for "The Sources of Our Knowledge About the Pilgrims." Mary Lyons and Frank Cahill each got $25 for the next best essay. Second topic prize went to Frances B. McCarron and Marcies E. Sanguinetti, with Sanguinetti absent in the West Indies. Reverend Gilman spoke on "Washington, the Man on Horseback" highlighting Washington as a soldier and hero.
The American steamer Deltée, trapped by ice off Louisburg yesterday while sailing from St John's to Halifax, reported by wireless that she is free and is expected to arrive tomorrow in Halifax.
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