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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1920
Page
9
The Boston Post lists editorial rooms at 1004 1005 7400 and main offices at 1539 Main with contact for sporting and financial editors. Subscriptions must be paid in advance or be discontinued after expiration. readers are urged to notify 1383 Main if unavailable through usual dealers.
The text presents masthead and rights notice from a newspaper issue. It mentions Edwin A. Grozier as editor and publisher and notes Associated Press republication rights. It also lists locations where The Boston Post can be found on file in London and Paris.
A seized book of Social War Bonds appeared in Baltimore during raids on Red headquarters. The bonds are sold at one dollar each with par value and interest payable after a claimed social revolution succeeds. Redemption date is indefinite, making them unattractive as investments but noteworthy as part of the movement.
Senator Capper of Kansas notes a 1 600 000 000 pound pork surplus held by producers risking waste. He urges wealthy Americans to fund distribution to the hungry, arguing the moral imperative to feed the needy and prevent deaths. The piece frames relief as essential national action and philanthropy.
W. D. Sullivan of the Boston Globe notes Harvard’s fighting spirit surprised Oregon University players after a game. Captain Brandenburg admitted they misjudged Harvard and learned much about Eastern tenacity, praising Harvard for opening eyes on the coast.
The report notes that about 100000 immigrants are expected to land this month in the United States. It argues the influx is largely inevitable due to war driven mobility and higher wages abroad versus living costs at home. The piece calls for screening to welcome bona fide workers while excluding undesirables.
The text notes wartime disruptions cut off supplies and expanded industrial capacity leading to higher living costs. It argues demand outstrips supply, may push money wages down, but living costs will fall more slowly, and workers focus on real purchasing power rather than dollar amounts.
The resignation of James B. Reynolds as national committee secretary shifts to Governor Coolidge's campaign. Reynolds becomes Coolidge's campaign manager with Murray Crane as adviser, signaling a vigorous bid for the Republican nomination and countering talk of a smoke screen. The piece argues the Coolidge effort has real battle odds and strong nationwide support.
The article notes Portia disguising as Bal Thasar to win a case and contrasts it with Helena Normanton joining the Middle Temple bar. It declares discrimination in the English bar fading as Normanton enters and may become a King's Counsel, while Mrs Astor sits in Parliament and participates in votes.
The report says Dr. Kriege, a German authority on international law, was chosen by the Kaiser to lead his case before the international tribunal. If true, Amer engen’s exile may push him to surrender to the law, reshaping public sentiment as he seeks martyr status while remaining a diminished figure in international affairs.
Secretary Daniels writes to Senate naval committee Chairman Page defending the awarding of decorations to officers who served in the great war. He notes public criticism is common and argues that awards reflect merit, not universal satisfaction. He asserts the service worthy of highest distinction is the record afloat in action.
The Supreme Court upholds the Volstead prohibition laws with a five to four split on key rulings. It declares Congress can constitutionally set a non intoxicating alcohol content, warning that future Congresses could legalize stronger beers and light wines.
Sir Oliver Lodge visits as a leading physicist linked to the English Society for Psychical Research. Cleo de Merode, famed French beauty, plans to restore Parisian prestige with milk baths and dance. Pershing, educated in Nebraska, recalls town fame and kin. Maine governor candidate Deering and poet laureate Brainerd noted. Lord Mayors, Worthley of Brookline, and other figures profiled in bustling biographical sketch.
The oldest resident recalls Boston weather on January 6 with the coldest official figure 10 below in 1896 and 0 below in 1884. Warmest for the date was 2 in 1913. He notes no rain or snow on this date in the past decade except 1910 1911 and 1917.
A cash reward is offered by the Post to readers who can deduce how Stealthy Steve will be freed from the predicament created by Mr Newkirk in the upcoming chapter. Read closely the serial to win.
In a perilous night patrol, Stealthy Steve fights a bull in darkness and evades a bowie sentry with a German police dog close behind. The scene ends as the dog closes in, continuing tomorrow.
The column recalls Twelfth Day traditions with a kingly bean cake ritual and Epiphany meanings. It also surveys the January full moon, winter sun views, knitting habits, local landmarks like a 1500 pound tea kettle, and social notes on evangelists, visitors, and civic updates.
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