05 Mar 1921
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1921
Page
1
A political figure declares opposition to a super government while favoring cooperation in a world peace association that avoids entanglements for the United States. He calls for lighter war tax burdens and fewer business restrictions, and offers support for wounded service members.
Washington March 4. Eight storm tossed years in the presidency ended today for Woodrow Wilson. He, calling himself just plain Woodrow Wilson, faced the final hours with a smile as the nation reflected on a leader whose term was marked by moments that will live in history.
The article reports the transfer of presidential authority from Woodrow Wilson to Warren G. Harding during a simple dramatic inaugural ceremony. It highlights Wilson's retirement from public life and Harding's accession, with Associated Press notes on the day’s events andColumn continuation cues.
A compact note reviews notable dates in history and milestones. It recalls the Boston Massacre of 1770, German submarine sinkings near Dover in 1915, Moewe sinking 15 Allied ships in 1916, Wilson’s 1919 voyage to France, and Allied pressure in the Adriatic a year ago. It also notes Norway and Switzerland approving the League of Nations and Holland’s stance on the ex-Kaiser.
Captain James P. Sullivan, recently moved from City Hall avenue station to the superintendent's office, requested retirement from the police department due to ill health after completing his first tour at the new post. He has served 36 years in the force, with his physician advising retirement.
The Post yesterday carried a landmark display of speed and transport as plane pictures brought readers close to the inauguration exercises of President Harding. The images illustrate a historic newspaper illustration feat in New England.
Edith Taylor of 428 Broadway Cambridge promoted from clerk at Cambridge police headquarters to policewoman. Three lieutenants elevated to captains: Timothy Leahy Fred J Ellis Edward J Welsh. Promotions take effect Saturday night with several transfers between stations and headquarters.
The piece notes how Mrs Warren G Harding embodies the Cinderella myth admired by American women. It reflects on her rise from private life to public prominence and the era’s domestic ideals as felt by readers in 1921 Washington. Continued on Page 5-11st Column.
The U S submarine O 8 that grounded in fog on Penikese Island was floated late yesterday by the coast guard cutter Acushnet with help from the Cuttyhunk station crew.
The 0-8 vessel was damaged and sent to New London under its own power. The Acushnet aided the 0-1 submarine, aground on rocks off Fisher's Island since the fog incident that night while en route to the base at New London.
A free session is announced at the Grand Opera House on Sunday March 6 at 2 pm. Widely known speakers will address attendees and admission is free.
Forecasts from Washington indicate cloudy skies and warmer conditions Saturday across northern New England with snow possible in New Hampshire and Vermont. Southern New England should be cloudy and warmer with rain or snow, then unsettled and warmer Sunday. Eastern New York will see warmer conditions with rain or snow on the coast and interior snow Saturday, followed by unsettled and warmer Sunday. Winds shift from modest to fresh southeast, with overcast conditions across the coastal to inland Atlantic states.
Forecast suggests unsettled conditions today with a turn to rain tonight. A cold start will give way to a noticeable warm-up as the day progresses.
Yesterday's temperatures are listed with readings across multiple locations including Cay Rh sea tn and Oslo Beml. Average yesterday was 36.5 degrees with a year ago figure of 36.23.
An item notes a young woman in a crowd wearing a large corsage composed of sweet peas, drawing attention to her floral adornment and festive attire.
Calvin Coolidge took the oath as Vice-President after noon today and delivered a notably brief inaugural address. He then assumed duties as presiding officer of the Senate before a packed chamber of lawmakers, Cabinet members, the Supreme Court, diplomats, and military officials.
At 10 this morning Mr and Mrs Coolidge left their apartment to join the Hardings on the second floor of the Continued on Page 4-7th Column.
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