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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1922

Page

2

Boston Graduates Thrive as City Schools Honor Elites

Thousands of students across 17 Boston schools earned diplomas in ceremonies held yesterday. English High led with 407 graduates while Dorchester High marked its 70th anniversary with 101 boys and 248 girls receiving diplomas.

Boston Normal School Boston Normal School Boston Latin School Jeremiah E. Burke Franklin Eliot M. Ballen Lester Ginsburg Herbert E. Whiting Samuel Friedman Matthew Cohen Anthony Vera Theodore B. Massell Miss West Gertrude M. Pollard West Roxbury Dorchester High School

South Boston Council Opposes Amalgamation

Leander McDonald writes to the Post asserting South Boston Council No. 78 K of C will remain independent. He cites a June 21 vote declaring opposition to any amalgamation schemes and commitment to maintain its charter, dated June 22, 1922.

Sir K. of C South Boston South Boston Council Leander McDonald Grand Knight

Graduation Delivers 109 Diplomas at Brighton High School

Brighton High School awarded 109 diplomas to the class of 1922 including 29 boys and 80 girls. George M. Brock presented diplomas. Lt. Joseph J. Kelley gave 18 military diplomas. Remarks, prizes, and a class gift capped a ceremonial night among other Boston closures.

Charlestown High School of Commerce Brighton High School George M. Brock Boston Joseph J. Kelley Brighthelmstone Dorothy R. Laird Frances L. Nevin Sons of the American Revolution Beatrice Citron Alicia May Tobin Bradfield McIntyre Elizabeth A. O'Doherty Cecilia P. Curley Mary E. Crimlisk Robert South Boston High

Remarkable Rockingham Ancestor Leaves 2663 Direct Descendants

A Rockingham Vermont inquiry reveals Josiah White died in 1806 at age 95 with 449 descendants from 15 children, 160 grandchildren, and 211 great grandchildren. His emigrant forebear in Salem, Massachusetts in 1683 totals 19 629 descendants by 1907. White built Lancaster Mass first mill and moved to Rockingham around 1773 serving in the Revolutionary War.

Bellows Falls Rockingham Josiah White Salem Mass Lancaster

Heflin Calls Glass a Liar in Senate Incident

Senator Heflin of Alabama branded Senator Glass of Virginia a liar in the Senate after Glass said Heflin’s statement was false. The exchange ended when Heflin withdrew the remark and Glass offered to withdraw unparliamentary language as well.

Washington Glass Virginia Senate

Clean Up Week Winner Named for New England City

The silver loving cup will be awarded to the New England city with the best Clean up Week results. Judges meet at Young's Hotel on Thursday July 6 to make the award.

New England Young’s Hotel

Perfectly Wonderful House Party Fashion Advice

The piece promotes attending a house party with good weather and pleasant company. It advises consulting the weather bureau before going and selecting suitable outfits from YoungSet clothes. It promises garments will keep guests well dressed for weekend gatherings and holidays, with added style for any party size.

Weather Bureau

Knickers for outdoor fun offered at Winter Street shop

Knickers in khaki twill linen tweed and wool priced from 2.50 to 15.00 line up at Winter Street Second Floor. The ad urges buyers for house parties with walking boating or riding to choose from moderate to stylish knickers in various fabrics.

Five New Crepe Frocks Arrive From New York for Weekend

Five misses frocks arrive from New York in crepe de chine canton crepe and crepe back satin in navy black tan and gray. Both straight line and draped models feature embroidery beads and buttons at a moderate price of 25.00.

New York

Special Lingerie Nighties at 2.95

NE little two little three little nighties all lace trimmed and lovely. A manufacturer provided nine dozen at a reduction for a special price. Cut kimono style with square or V neck and fine lace and ribbons. Tremont Street Third Floor.

Best blouse suits suit and skirt with delicate fit

A dainty white georgette blouse with a tie back is shown as a complete success. The Wallace panel features filet bands and a large throat medallion, with matching finished short sleeves and pin tucked collar for perfect fit. Priced at 7.50 at Winter Street First Floor.

Wallace

Sport stockings for everyday wear at 75 cents

Sand gray and black ribbed sport stockings are recommended for morning strolls and picnics. Wear sturdy sport stockings rather than silk for all occasions, priced at 75 cents a pair, Tremont Street First Floor.

Hite

Barefoot Sandals Promised for Weekend Hikes

Feature ad promotes barefoot sandals as comfortable cool sport footwear. Elk skin leather soles with spring heels offered in tan or natural color. Located near Temple Place First Floor.

Weekend Gift Ideas Include Books and Candy

A box of candy and a book make a perfect weekend. Suggested reads include Vehement Flame by Margaret Deland or Man and Maid by Elinor Glyn at 2.00, Moon Out of Reach by Margaret Pedler at 1.90, plus the Rose Garden of Sweets package at 1.00. Temple Place First Floor.

Margaret Deland Elinor Glyn Margaret Pedler

Speaking of Sweaters New fibre and wool blend

A sketch shows wool and fibre woven into a stylish sweater with a double fibre girdle. Navy, henna, and buff backgrounds with contrasting stripes. Priced at 8.50. The New Sweater Store offers many more new designs at varied prices.

Veils and hats feature three mystic designs in sport style

The piece presents three veils to pair with sport hats. A hexagon mesh with two colored fringe and chenille dots costs 2.50. A square veil with embroidered border also sells for 2.50. A Shetland silk square veil with woven border is offered at 1.75.

Mam’'selle YoungSet Winter Street

ADE in Ireland and pure linen lace mits

An advertisement showcases ADE linen and lace mits in blue pink corn lavender old rose and green. It highlights Tremont Street first floor pricing 39e for linen items and 1.50 for pongee lace mits promising charm and versatile wear for day and evening.

Ireland

Whiting's Organdie Stationery Offered For Weekend Gift

A stationery store on Winter Street promotes Whiting's Organdie stationery as perfect for a weekend party. The paper is praised for quality and attractive appearance, with an embossed floral envelope flap and a range of colors. Boxes are glassed, ribbon-tied, and priced at 1.25 per box, with a suggestion to buy an extra box for the hostess.

Whiting’s Winter Street

Carry Your Clothes Black Enamel Weekend Case

Very light durable luggage in black enamel with genuine cowhide corners and handle. Brass plated lock and catches. Wood frame, cretonne lining, pockets in cover and ends. Available in 20 or 22 inch sizes for the same price. Special at 2.95 at Luggage Store Fourth Floor.

Personal Shopper offer to help with travel errands

A note promoting a personal shopper service invites readers to call Beach 4000 before travel or write for assistance. It highlights helping with forgotten errands and reminds users to request reminders for items they may need to take on trips.

Beach 4000

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