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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1920
Page
16
An official Canadian immigration statement says Americans visiting Canada this summer do not need passports to enter or depart. The note clarifies that tour groups and other visitors can travel without papers, countering reports of mandatory passports for entry. It urges wide dissemination to promote Canada as a growing vacation destination.
The decision states that the people have no direct voice in ratifying constitutional amendments, treating the legislature as the body elected by the people. It notes similar stance for the woman suffrage amendment and leaves all state referendums on the issue inoperative.
Government chemists traced olive poisoning to inadequate sterilization rather than packaging. Secretary Meredith reports that ripe olives can be sterilized fully, with recommendations requiring heat of at least 240 degrees to ensure consumer safety.
The article notes that increased sterilization did not affect relish flavor or edibility. It details how the ripe olive market was nearly ruined and the unripe olive trade suffered from the poisoning cases linked to the former. The revival of the industry is urged to be widely publicized.
The Belgian government floats a 50 million dollar loan via an American syndicate at 97 1 4 with 7 1 2 percent interest. A lottery draws 2 million dollars yearly and Redeems at 115, yielding about 25 percent for early buyers and nearly 8 percent for later ones. The arrangement resembles a lottery and may deter larger borrowing from America.
The piece notes the 25th anniversary of Dr. Edgar Helms' pastorate at the Morgan Memorial. It highlights that 40 U.S. cities now imitate the institution, praising its religious social philanthropy, anti vice work, and civic influence in Greater Boston and contributing to Boston's reputation for enlightened social service.
A Hungarian seeress predicts the next U S president as a slightly bald blonde man who wears glasses has a fine family and is the most popular man in America. She notes an assassination attempt within two years. Friends of Attorney General Palmer claim he matches the portrait.
Eugene V. Debs has been unanimously chosen by the Socialist convention as the party’s presidential nominee and has accepted. Although confined in Atlanta Federal Prison, he notes the nomination record will allow supporters to know where to find him, easing the campaign as he cannot tour.
The article notes the failure of congressional moves to repeal war laws following the breakdown of a House peace initiative with Germany. Lawmakers consider ongoing measures and reactions as the bid to repeal wartime statutes collapses amid political contention.
The writer questions the constitutionality and timing of repealing wartime laws. They say such laws, if annulled, may provoke litigation and urge caution, noting some should stay until peace is declared. They doubt the resolutions will progress.
Governor Coolidge asks the Legislature for authority to appoint a coal administrator for Massachusetts. The aim is to relieve coal shortages by stopping exports and ensuring equitable distribution for New England amid high shipments to Europe. The move is presented as practical and necessary to prevent a worsening crisis.
Mrs. John H. Iselin and Miss Mabel Choate seek alternates to the Republican national convention with Iselin a district political captain and Choate backing Hoover. The Choate widow backs Wood. Miss Helen Griffin of Vassar College will christen the Neches fuel ship at Charlestown Navy Yard. Frederick F. Moore, a cavalryman turned sailor, served in the Philippines and Siberia. King Gustaf of Sweden, Europe's tallest ruler, stands out in public and tennis is a favorite hobby. Brookline sisters Bertha and Francesca Braggiotti gain fame as a dancer and actress, both linked to Boston's Vincent Club.
Philip Kearney born June 2, 1815 in New York City at No 8 Broadway. He rose from U S Dragoons to fame after serving in Mexico and Italy, lost his left arm, and died in 1862 during the Civil War after a daring ride.
The brief sketches describe a gingham frock trimmed with silk and bustle draperies as a fashion whim. Carved wood buttons appear on smart suits while the French favor small straw hats. Linen and plaited frills pair well with loops as a popular trimming. Bathing suits are gay and simply made.
Record temperatures for June 2 in Boston show highs of 96 in 1895 and 92 in 1912 and 1918, with a low of 43 in 1884. The city has had no rain on this date for the past decade, except for a few stray events.
A Pettier All Sorts feature presents Stanley F. O Kane Dorchester poem Ode to the Army Mule with added exchanges over the XX mark. Readers H E S Wollaston and H B 8 respond with light verses praising the mule while noting the XX as a harmless quip not a kiss or brand.
A Roxbury reader relates a cautionary anecdote about drunken sleighing leading to a fatal spill. The neighbor derides the drinker's method, claiming the water in the rum froze inside him, a grim joke on prudence and moderation.
The 1912 election reshaped American politics as the Progressive party emerged after Taft and Roosevelt clashed for Republican delegates. Roosevelt secured the Progressive nomination, while Woodrow Wilson and Clark battled through a marathon Democratic convention before Wilson won the nomination on a late ballot surge.
A Guilford correspondent reports rough lake weather on Saturday hindering trolling sport. A motor boat carrying five people wallowed in high seas crossing toward Lakeport, with thick spray drenching all aboard.
A young man writes seeking guidance on whether a co worker loves him. The adviser urges direct confrontation, explaining the man should ask the woman himself whether she loves him and invite her to amusements, insisting the woman should not be expected to initiate courting.
A column surveys springtime in Boston including prohibition origins, naval uniforms, local civic debates on a West Roxbury courthouse loan, landlord caution, fashion shifts to half hose, long friendship recalls from Thompson CT, a magnolia gift, and a Brookline census note. The piece blends civic commentary, human interest, and social observation.
A columnist notes the English standard for deep mourning for a very near relative lasts six months full mourning and six months secondary mourning. For a close relative the first year counts as full mourning and six months as secondary. Social appearances are limited in the first six months, with concerts allowed later but theatre and receptions still avoided during severe mourning.
Poem excerpt by Walt Mason reflecting on sorrow and solace through humor and perspective. The speaker notes dark days, the comfort found in family, and the idea that life’s trials could be worse, urging a resilient outlook.
The town meeting on October 22 1821 directed a committee to study town and county administration leading to Boston’s reorganization on a city basis. The piece notes Boston’s growth to a populous, illustrious town and its later efficient governance by the board of selectmen. It mentions office boy flower desks and a Hartford Mark Twain house preservation effort as part of broader civic life.
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