This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1919
Page
14
Daily and Sunday Post pricing for U S Canada and foreign regions with yearly and monthly options. Rates include Canadian postage and Boston district surcharge. Editorial and advertising offices listed with Edwin A Grozier as editor and publisher and address at 1383 Main.
A reader argues that in the recent St Paul Minnesota special election the Democratic candidate and the GOP candidate both lost to Keller the independent. The piece suggests the outcome rebukes both old political machines and politics in general, not solely the President's policies.
The London Daily Mail asserts that in William Hohenzollern’s trial the death penalty will not be sought and the allies will press for life banishment to a distant island if found guilty. It argues exile atop St Helena would deter future rulers and spare the world further bloodshed and humiliation.
A House measure, passed to engrossment, avoids criminalizing profiteering yet labels it unlawful and prescribes house of correction penalties. The article argues the act reflects a proper penal response to profiteering amid hard times and record high living costs.
The article notes the Great War is effectively over with large troop withdrawals by ship. General Pershing anticipates fewer than 10,000 American forces remain in Germany for a transitional period as conditions are settled. Ratification timing and peace proclamation remain debated among officials.
On Wednesday officials pressed for immediate and energetic steps to reduce commissioned army personnel to a peace time strength by September 30. The date could be official if the Senate approves the treaty by ratification before that time.
The piece questions who will oppose Wilson’s pledge to defend France if attacked by Germany, arguing the temporary treaty strengthens the League of Nations. It urges Senators and newspapers to judge the pact on merit, not anti-Wilson sentiment, and highlights the Isles of Shoals fortification suggestion.
When milk prices rose 1 4 cent the New York World notes a $300000 profit rise by producers. A Boston milk distributor refused to pass on the increase, influencing others to follow. Consumers praised the firm for acting in public interest and setting a fair example.
Washington announces surplus army food will be sold to the public in New England cities at low prices. Canned meats will be allocated to municipalities by carload, with local citizen committees backing purchases and distribution. Mayors to appoint distribution committees, financed by city or business interests. Boston to receive its share under Mayor Peters, who will select distributors for this popular supply.
The government orders General Edwards to study a new system of coastal fortifications. Proposals include Cape Cod Canal heavy guns with 30 000 yard range, converting Block Island into a second Helgoland, a large Camp Devens garrison for railway artillery, modernized defences at Cape Ann Portsmouth and Portland, and fortifying the Isles of Shoals to protect the navy yard at Portland.
A humorous reminiscence recounts an uncle’s attempt to handle his nephews fireworks at home. A green light misfires, a Roman candle shatters a buffet mirror, mayonnaise decorates walls, and a stray chaser rattles the neighborhood while the nephew keeps him awake all night. Boston weather notes end the piece.
Observational notes describe Venus near greatest eastern elongation on the fifth, bright in the western sky at dusk, with crescent visible through a telescope. The column also comments on pennies, ice shortages, rising streetcar fares, aging residents, and local lore about beavers returning to Bailey's Pond along with other regional curiosities.
Congressional committees debate enforcing prohibition under the new regime. A Senate witness, a wine producer, claims a process to remove alcohol from grape wine while preserving aroma and flavor, offering a practical enforcement solution.
Mayor Peters approves an 80 concert summer plan led by Wallace Goodrich and James B Shea featuring noon concerts on the Common for two weeks starting July 15 with potential a third week. The daily music will offer workers and shoppers a pleasant lunch hour diversion as bands perform in the parks.
President-elect Dr. Pessoa will travel home aboard the American warship Idaho. The voyage will feature American films with Brazilian translations and several photoplays chosen for the trip. Edward A. Church retires after 55 years at Boylston National Bank, succeeded by Almon W. Blake and John E. Prouty. Thetford Academy marked its centennial with Dr. Thomas Williams Bicknell as orator, and Rev. Charles Shafter, a longtime educator in Dedham High School, was noted among alumni. Miss M A Czaplicka, Oxford anthropologist, arrived home from a seven year Arctic Siberia expedition, the only Englishwoman to reach the region, and a leading authority on Siberian indigenous peoples. James E. West, chief executive of the Boy Scouts of America, leads a movement now with 385,000 members, bearing a background of hardship and perseverance.
The article traces Archytas of Taranto and later 1709 Portuguese inventor Friar de Gusman as early claims of aerial flight. Archytas’ wooden pigeon and marathon of magnets and aura spirit are debated. De Gusman sought a passenger craft with sail tubes, bells, amber magnets, and wind lift, but no proof exists of successful ascent and he was reportedly executed as a sorcerer.
Boston columnist Charles Franklin Jones urges unity beyond party lines urging Americans to support honest officials, ignore partisan taunts, and rally around leaders trying to serve the country. He recounts a lawyer warning against following bad advice and stresses backing officials to do their jobs properly.
A reader asks how high a German long range shell rose over Paris. The reply states the shot rose 24 miles above Earth, notes scientists debate atmosphere thickness, with bulk within 10 miles and some estimates up to 100 miles. It also recalls William Jennings Bryan’s presidential runs, first nominated in 1896 and again in 1900 and 1908.
Historical notes indicate Mary Pickford appeared as a regular speaking actress on stage, including a role in A Good Little Devil and other plays. Her early career featured performances as a leading stage actor before her silent film fame.
The quotation Many are called, but few are chosen is cited from Matthew chapter twenty two verse fourteen. It appears in connection with the parable of a king who prepared a marriage for his son and sent servants to bid guests, but they refused to come.
The question asks how to pronounce the term paja mas. It is spelled and requested phonetic guidance to render ple-JAR-maz.
The phrase is correctly written as so far as or in so far as depending on meaning. In so far as is archaic or regional. preferred form is in as far as or so far as. Omitting in changes nuance. so far as aligns with extent or condition.
The piece explains that a guinea equals 21 English shillings or about five dollars in U S money. It notes a pound, or 20 shillings, is commonly about five dollars but truly worth a little over 4.86 dollars.
The King’s Chapel Burying Ground on School and Tremont streets was established around 1630 making it older than the Old Granary on Tremont Street, founded about 1660. Copp’s Hill Burying Ground in the North End dates to 1660 as the North Burying Ground.
Fashion notes highlight satin ribbons for camisoles and mink fur dominating the coming season. Japanese kimonos remain in demand while sportswear features numerous pockets. Beaded strings adorn outfits and deep yoke effects appear on fur coats. New small hats wrap closely around the head.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.