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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1922
Page
6
District Attorney Thomas C. O'Brien announced a formal investigation into milk pricing in Boston. He cited information on distribution and consumer prices to determine if Commonwealth laws are being violated, noting milk costs at 13 1/2 cents per quart, up from June, with producers justifying the rise by seasonal pasture drying.
District Attorney O'Brien states babies, invalids and growing children suffer from unwarranted milk price rises. He has arranged conferences at his office and will present the matter to the grand jury for action after a preliminary investigation.
Black footwear for men gains prestige as tan shades lighten and brogues yield to simpler fast styles. Sixty models will present a full range of leather shoes each evening from breakfast slippers to formal wear. An easy-lacing hook gains interest among older buyers. Mayors from New England including Mayor Curley attend the exposition with Governor Cox expected to speak alongside industry leaders.
In Holyoke a trolley car malfunction sparked a flame in the controller box and caused a panic. Mrs. Mary E. Sullivan of Easthampton died after jumping from the fast moving car. Three men were hospitalized in non serious condition. The motorman could not cut power promptly as over 40 riders leaped from running boards.
The Nathan D. Dodge Shoe Co. expands In Stock service with complete deliveries to 179 Lincoln St Boston 416 Albany Building Boston 108 Duane St New York 105 Bibb St Montgomery Ala Ninth Main 215 Sheidley Bldg Kansas City MO 19 S Wells 310 Lees Chicago 770 Mission Keilbridge San Francisco 414 415 Mercantile Denver Cal Over 200000 pairs yearly delivered from Newburyport show a drive to improve. The company links complete line quality and workmanship to dealer value.
Canary yellow dominates the line with baize quarters and a strong trend toward coordinating shoes with Milady's gown and stockings. Men's styles are noted but not forgotten, reflecting a broad focus on coordinated footwear.
The famed Mile. Flapper ends her riotous career as overshoes lose favor to Radio boots, signaling a shift in style and wardrobe influence from her past stage persona to new fashion trends.
The third annual National Shoe and Leather Exposition opens with dainty rubber booties trimmed in astrakan fur, showcased as stylish over shoes. The event features a tannery in full swing, extensive exhibits from Canada to Texas, and a runway show with a pantomime. A New England contest will measure the smallest lady’s foot, and the show emphasizes low heels in fashion, with French high heels now trending in height.
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