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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1921
Page
10
Boston welcomes the gallant Yankee Division survivors to their reunion with warm hospitality and patriotism. The city pledges welcoming hearts and hands to honor their service and sacrifice, underscoring a debt that cannot be repaid in full.
The obituary honors Dr. Harry Barringer Gex known as the father of the dry cell. It notes his inventions including a submarine signal system, the electric push button, a wireless ground telegraphy method, and railway block safety device. It laments that radium and radioactivity could not save him.
The passage derides claims that large crowds prove prize fights are harmless. It notes distinguished attendees prove nothing, citing Nero era gladiatorial shows and a London crowd drawn by a threatened actress suicide, arguing morbid curiosity drives such turnout.
A long dispute between Panama and Costa Rica over territorial boundaries on the Isthmus nears final adjustment. Panama has two months to accept the already laid line, with a deadline expiring today and U.S. pressure sought to favor renewed talks.
Secretary Hughes declined a proposed arrangement as not feasible but signals a settlement of a long standing difficulty. Central American states offer military aid to Costa Rica if Panama renews the fight. U S engineers likely to supervise final boundary delimitation.
Woodward may rely on public support for enforcing sanitary standards in all food shops. He urges scrupulous cleanliness to guard against dust and germs, insisting stores must be flyless and dirtless to protect the public health. The commissioner's plan seeks broad approval and stricter enforcement to keep the food supply pure.
The article argues Germany’s low prices reflect wage depression and money printing. It notes temporary gains from starving labor and currency debasement vanish as efficiency and fair pay determine long term costs. True underselling arises from superior efficiency in labor and capital.
The Finance Commission recommends selling city autos and contracting motor service to save thousands. Mayor Peters led the inquiry after finding about 200000 dollars budgeted for automobile service. Taxpayers fund private chauffeurs for department heads, most idle past morning trips.
Appraisers report Andrew Carnegie's estate at 22 151 011 dollars net far below the vast sums he donated in life. A man who gave 94 percent of his possessions to public benefaction is remembered for his philanthropy, even if not technically die poor.
A traveler recalls a river log story where two young financiers salvage thousands of sunken logs to gain wealth after a failing earlier venture. The tale is shared as truth by a man who says he profited from it on the train beside Newton Newkirk.
A speaker recalls a years old mishap involving Bertie Bertram and a word trap. The narrator refuses to discuss the term culotte further, insisting the matter is settled and inviting readers to seek clarification from others. The tone is playful yet defiant, with a challenge to readers.
A young man in Charlestown, Mass asks for help in protesting harsh naval duties after two years aboard a relic ship. He describes cleaning dead smoke from stacks and seeks advice to address the Navy Secretary. A correspondent promises to relay the concern and offer guidance.
The column reports Governor Cox holding a ceremonial war club from Penobscot braves Newell H. Tomer and John P. Ranco and jokes about a smaller bonfire season due to costly used barrels. It also covers a Bridgewater camp for mothers and children, umbrella fashion, a clapboard contest for an 82-year-old mill worker, Lake Champlain shipping, and various local cultural notes.
In a sultry morning, the Raff family learns their father Patrick Henry Grandman has quietly achieved success. He reveals he signed the Declaration of Independence after selling his invention to the government, promising celebratory travel with his wife and Ellen’s family while declaring freedom from being bossed.
The oldest resident cites Boston weather history for July 24, noting official highs of 96 in 1878 and 95 in 1901 and a low of 51 in 1883. He adds that rain occurred on this date in 1914, 1915, 1917 and 1918.
A historical look at cinema from early days to modern glare chronicles key figures in film history. It highlights star power and the creative marvels achieved on screen through evolving technology and storytelling.
The review notes many World War I era farces avoided atrocity, led by Yankee Doodle in Berlin with Ford Sterling as the Kaiser and Bert Roach as Von Hindenburg. It highlights the playfully anachronistic romp, a riotous New York premiere, and Marie Prevost shifting from bathing girl roles to melodramatic acting. Tomorrow Ruth Roland stars in The Tiger's Trail.
Congress completed enactment of the compromise resolution ending the state of war with Germany and Austria. A special messenger will carry the measure to President Harding at Raritan New Jersey, who is expected to sign immediately. The Senate approved the conference report by 38 to 19.
The House approved the measure 268 to 59 after a day of debate with Democrats leading the final push. Signing by the President would resume diplomatic ties with Germany and Austria though administration plans are not yet worked out. Three Democrats Shield Walsh Watson joined Republicans in favor. Senator Reed was paired in favor.
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