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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1921
Page
14
The House takes the lead over the Senate in trimming naval appropriations by about 90 million dollars and reducing personnel below 120,000. If Borah’s anti-armament resolution passes, this advances a broader push toward international military burden reduction.
The New York Times reports that Volstead surprised committees by biting off a plug of chewing tobacco before presenting his argument. The scene fuels the Tobacco Next slogan and raises questions about the image of the Anti-Saloon League leader amid ongoing constitutional amendment efforts.
The American polo team clinched the second game of the series at Hurlingham to take the trophy home, marking half a century since polo arrived in England and highlighting American ponies and riders for their skill and teamwork.
An unofficial note says President Harding will refrain from public speeches for six weeks unless urgent executive interpretation is needed. The move aims to prioritize presidential work over public appearances and avoid worn or weak opinions from frequent dinners and functions.
The fragment notes that values at a psychological moment can lose usefulness when exploited at the wrong time. It argues Mr. Harding’s resolve should benefit him and the nation.
In memory of General Charles H. Taylor of the Globe Boston and New England lose a dean of journalism. He led with genius built a creditable paper trade from little capital and inspired broad respect. The Boston Post and Globe shared professional warmth despite rivalry.
The speech argued disarmament is now economical not political and warned Germany could dominate world markets if armed spending continues. It cited Germany’s 100000 military size and weak navy, plus Western Electric's president noting Germany’s ability to undersell. European bankruptcy unless military waste ends was urged.
Harvard Law School alumni named officers yesterday. President was Justice O W Holmes of the United States Supreme Court, with a slate including vice president William Thomas of San Francisco and secretary Frank W Grinnell of Boston.
A Cambridge reader asks Newton Newkirk about suing the Boston Elevated for injuries after his sleeve and coat were damaged on an escalator. Newkirk replies that the rider had no leg to stand on and offers practical advice on how to proceed or avoid a suit.
The column notes the Prince of Wales turning 27 and single, contrasts royal marriages with Queen Victoria, discusses differing billion definitions in Britain and abroad, traces General Taylor’s New England lineage, and questions if two national anthems exist alongside Star Spangled Banner America. It also mentions Winnecke’s comet meteor shower, a Turners Falls tree growing in a chimney, Dr. Graves selling brains, a six sided top game, and Longfellow’s Portland home visited by 10,000 readers and visitors from 20 countries.
A pithy aphorism asserts courtesy is not always easy yet always right and profitable, framing politeness as a moral and practical guide. The quote emphasizes discipline and prudent behavior as universal payoffs.
A reader from Auburndale describes a woman walking a dog whose fur closely resembled her black curly fur coat. The observer’s young brother wonders aloud if the dog was made from scraps left over from the coat.
In New York on June 22 the Manhattan Opera House built by the late Oscar Hammerstein was auctioned for 146000. Stella H. P. Keating and Rose H. Tostevin, daughters of the impresario, were named plaintiffs in a foreclosure case tied to their father’s estate.
The oldest resident recalls Boston heat for the 234th day of June with a 96 degree high in 1888 and 94 in 18M, noting a 47 degree coldest reading in 1877. He adds no rain on this date in the past decade except in 1918.
The piece reviews The Dumb Girl of Portici starring Anna Pavlova as Fenella, notes its lavish production and memorable beach and Naples scenes, and discusses the film’s complex plot, sub titles, and tragic ending within the era’s cinema developments.
John plans to wed Miss Dennett in Vermont but misreads his feelings until his dog Fido brings Susie back to his heart. Susie, crying over missed chance, learns she is the woman he truly loves and confesses her sorrow, ending with a hopeful reunion under the stars.
Julius C. Bley a Gloversville shoe and glove leather maker died today in an Albany hospital after surgery. He was well known in the trade nationwide and was prominent in Pythian circles.
Starch linen with glycerine to stop sticking and give a glassy finish. Recycle soap scraps by dissolving in water, boiling, then moulding to reuse. oatmeal improves the mixture. Ferns thrive with monthly castor oil. cold coffee helps all ferns. Do not wash a sieve with soap. use ammonia. Clean a food chopper with stale bread to soak grease, then wipe clean. Boil potatoes 10 minutes in salted water before finishing in the oven.
Ithaca New York June 22 Cornell University conducted its 53d annual commencement issuing diplomas to 764 graduates with no honorary degrees awarded as has been the long standing custom for fifty years.
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