Boston Post June 7 1922 subscription notice and masthead
The Boston Post issue lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, regional and foreign pricing, and conveyance details. It names Edwin A. Grozier as editor and publisher, notes postal handling, and provides office and staff contact points for editorial and advertising needs.
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U. S
Canada
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Edwin A. Grozier
Senate backs 70 percent duty on electric light bulbs
The Senate upheld the Fordney McCumber 70 per cent ad valorem tariff on bulbs amid testimony claiming one firm dominates U S bulb production and inflates prices. Fourteen Republicans joined Democrats in a close vote, praised by supporters as courageous.
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Senate
Fordney-McCumber
New York
Warning on Reserve Commission Cancellation for Flight
Secretary Weeks correct in canceling Herbert J. Fahy’s reserve commission for flying low over the Lincoln Memorial during dedicatory services. Fahy ignored officer orders, endangered the audience, and embarrassed President Harding. The punishment serves as a moral lesson to other fliers about courtesy and safety.
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Reserve Commission
Army Aviation Service
Herbert J. Fahy
Lincoln Memorial
Washington
Army
Harding
Coronado coal case reverses Clayton Act labor immunity
The Supreme Court rules that the Clayton Act cannot exempt labor unions from conspiracy liability under the Sherman Law, reversing a long held legal distinction. The decision maintains that discriminatory legislation is unconstitutional, prompting reflection on the implications for labor and capital in the United States.
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Supreme Court
Coronado
Congress
Courts as bulwark of American civilization in labor and capital
The passage argues that courts, kept clean and honest, protect all classes from mob impulse and predatory interests. It notes the paradox of legislation holding labor liable while immunizing capital and questions confidence in courts that would ratify such discrimination. The message extols the judiciary as defense of civilization.
Let the River Alone on Harvard Bridge Plan
An editorial argues against building a four acre island with a tower in the Charles River for a Harvard Bridge memorial. It warns the plan would ruin the river’s natural beauty and esplanade views and notes it could lower bridge costs by about a third, urging mature reflection.
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Remembering Lillian Russell Mrs Alexander P Moore
The obituary recalls Lillian Russell as a radiant operatic star whose charm and power marked the grand style of Offenbach and Suppe era works. It notes her later life as Mrs Alexander P Moore, her public role after retirement, and a recent European inspection tour, ending with her untimely death and the lasting regret.
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Public Recreation and democracy through inclusive sport
The text argues recreation as a democratic ideal beyond amusement, stressing equal access for all income levels. It highlights sport as unity building, noting rulers recognize well entertained peoples stay content, and that youths and seniors benefit from shared activities regardless of background.
Weather records quote by Boston's oldest inhabitant
The Oldest Inhabitant cites Boston climate lore noting warmest June day records of 90 and 89 degrees in 1884 and 1882, and coldest 4 degrees in 188? He recalls ten years with no rain on this date except 19, 198 and 1918.
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Boston
Hippo Fund Drive Urges Boston Zoo Support
A Philadelphia zoo offers a baby hippo to Boston for 5000 dollars, a bargain to boost Franklin Park Zoo. The Post Hippo Editor calls on All Sorters to donate five or ten dollars to raise the funds by June 17 and bring the hopeful exhibit to Boston.
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Boston
Franklin Park
Philly
Post
Franklin Park Zoo
New England
Brother Penn
What the Sphinx Says and Other Parlor Quips
A collection of wry quotes and aphorisms attributed to The Sphinx and Bob Quillen. Snippets critique human folly, freedom, duties, and relationships with dry humor and playful wordplay. An assortment of clever lines on honesty, manners, and modern life.
Phone Booth Etiquette for Gentlemen in Brockton
In Brockton Mr Dunbar advises etiquette for men using public phone booths. Remove hat coat vest and any items you would shed in a Turkish bath. Abandon profanity and avoid disturbing others as conversations drift, and use nods and shakes to convey Yes or No clearly.
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Newt
Dunbar
Brockton
When Lilacs Bloom Poem by Walt Brian Boston
A short lyric from Boston poet Walt Brian expresses the joy of spring and approaching June. It notes lilacs blooming, birds seeking mates, and a shared warmth as hearts open amid Sunlit springtime.
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Boston
Walt Brian
Observant Citizen notes 146th anniversary and local events
The column marks the 146th anniversary of the Congress introduction of the Declaration and hints at the 1926 Sesquicentennial. It reports watermelons arriving, park cleanup after a busy Sunday, a full grown swimmer at Frog Trend, Copley Theatre interior work, and Dart mouth street demolition. It also covers school graduation views, a counterfeit bill sighting, hosiery trends, and upcoming exchanges in Brookline.
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Congress
Voyaging South Resolute Explorer The Quest Hero
Mark Twain notes a brave explorer and scientist who crossed icy Beas to rescue comrades and drifted five months at sea. His grave is believed on a remote island guarded by Uruguay’s soldiers. The account lauds his resourcefulness and maps unknown earth.
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Beas
Quest
Uruguay
Who's Running the World The Men Shaping Tomorrow
A timely profile series examines the real rulers of our era. It highlights influential leaders, policymakers, and business figures guiding global destiny with power and vision.
Obregon Seen as Stabilizer Who Brings Mexico From Disorder
The article profiles Alvaro Obregon as a young Mexican leader who has restored order, expanded education, and pursued fair wealth distribution. It notes his military rise, partnerships and feuds with Carranza and Villa, and hints at complexity in his politics and recognition by the United States. It calls him a potential stabilizing force amid rivals and foreign capitalists.
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Alvaro Obregon
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Eastern
Europe
Western
Post Letters and Inquiries to the Post Editor
Readers ask about bustles origin relative to hoopskirts and other fashion notes from historic dress. Others seek nautical, fire alarm, linguistic, marriage license, acting career, postal leadership, and nail growth facts with brief answers and dates.
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