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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1919
Page
22
The Boston Post published by Post Publishing Co from 259 Washington St Boston Mass issue number 17 volume 392 dated May 20 1919 lists office contacts and pricing terms for subscriptions and payments. It notes payment in advance and discontinuation upon expiration with mail communications for subscribers to notify if unavailable.
A House resolution by Representative Tinkham asks the State Department for a copy of an alleged American proposal for a League of Nations. The article argues there is no such American proposal and that the House has no role in the league's constitution. It cites Taft warning against petty motives in league discussions.
A Republican neighbor criticizes the "kept him out of war" slogan as a dated appeal. The writer argues General Wood served in the war with a distinct and valuable role, urging the party to drop the slogan and consider his military record instead.
The Bolshevik government rejects Allied food relief through Dr. Nansen’s committee as a supposed trap to derail Russian military gains. The foreign commissary terms relief only if Reds halt offensives, a stance seen as prioritizing war over assisting the proletariat despite proclaimed brothership and peace.
The court ruling under the wartime prohibition act addresses whether beer becomes intoxicating at certain alcohol levels. Judge Hand holds the act prohibits only beer that is actually intoxicating and suggests brewers may pursue further determination by the Supreme Court.
A challenging issue has puzzled many speculators and defied clear illustration in experimental beverage production, leaving researchers seeking a reliable method to explain results and guide future experiments.
The Congress convenes under Republican control for the first time in eight years, with aims to legislate rather than talk. It faces seven blocked appropriation bills, calls for peace treaty ratification, railroad reform, war-time prohibitions, and the luxury tax repeal, while warning against excesses and noting the President’s veto power. Germany’s wartime casualty report is cited to underscore the high stakes of policy decisions.
The Boston mayor approves a 130000 bond to build a hospital annex at the Charles street jail. The plan corrects unsanitary, overcrowded conditions for sick prisoners unable to post bail, a long‑standing reform urged by Councilman Ford and Sheriff Kelcher.
With a new Congress seated, attention focuses on the Senate and the constitutional amendment granting women the vote. After House approval in the last session, delay halted by a razor-thin split in the Senate. changes in membership may now secure the required two thirds. Women’s wartime service is cited as evidence of fitness for public life.
The article notes the Paris peace talks present stiff conditions for Germany. Despite Count Brockdorff-Rantzau’s weakened stance, the German delegation is expected to sign. It recalls Marshal von Hindenburg’s September advice urging an immediate peace offer to the Allies after Germany’s defeat eight months earlier.
The Salvation Army launches a new Home Service Fund campaign to aid front line veterans and relieve poverty at home. It pledges broader outreach, including relief for hard pressed families, uplifting parents, and cooling spaces for children in hot weather, backed by Taft’s praise of practical charity.
Cesare Augusto Ranconi, the world youngest tenor, born in Springfield Massachusetts in 1899, studied in Milan and debuted in Mantua. American musicians plan a grand home welcome. W Franke Harling, famed composer, studied piano with John Orth in Boston, wrote operas and symphonic works. served as West Point music rector 1809-1918. Father James M Byrnes is one of America's oldest priests, taught mass to Archbishop Hayes and studied with Monsignor Lavelle. Lieutenant-Commander Richard C Byrd, overseas flyer, led US naval forces in Canada during war. age misstate. Rene Laique crafted the Paris citizens’ corsage for Mrs Woodrow Wilson, a diamond olive branch with eight enamel doves, highly valuable.
The Boston Post editorially commends rival Boston dailies and concedes the Globe’s leadership. Publisher E A Grazier recalls past moves, including a 1890s illustrated piece on local newspaper personnel and a court triumph for the Boston Sunday Post in securing Sunday morning trains.
A Burlington VT News writer notes a shift in editorial culture from aggressive rivalries to a fair, square competitive spirit. The Boston Post is praised for embracing this modern approach and setting a worthy example for American journalism today.
An agricultural report warns the Kansas grasshopper crop may be larger this season and in parts of the state crops could fail to sustain these pests. The piece humorously catalogs the grasshopper’s appetite and jumping prowess, noting herds of billions and the economic nuisance to farmers while musing on a mysterious noble mission.
A reader signs as Hank asks Newt how the end of national Prohibition on July 1 will affect ordinary drinkers. The letter expresses personal abstinence yet sympathy for those facing hardship, and ponders how the elderly and others will obtain alcohol after repeal.
Reginald P writes to N Newkirk in Boston proposing a get rich fast scheme for a combined tooth and shaving powder. He asks for a certified check of 16 000 dollars and hints at further drafts, while joking about expanding the product line to include powders for many uses. He asks for 10 000 dollars initially and requests telegraphic funds of 57 dollars while awaiting the mail.
The observer notes Boston’s warmth on May 20 with official highs of 86 in 1880 and 89 in 1887, and a cold record of 40 in 1892. He recalls no measurable rainfall on this date in recent years except 1916, adding context to seasonal patterns.
The Aztecs knew intoxication before Europeans arrived, with pulque called neutli or octli and linked to myths. Toltecs linked downfall to woman and pulque after a nobleman shared it via his daughter. Pulque, made from maguey, is fermented into a weak drink. mescal distills stronger liquor. The narrative links alcohol to social disorder and notes vivid Mexican capital scenes and a Tomorrow's Picture feature on Indians and a mound.
The column recalls Lt Col A P Andrew back home after four and a half years abroad with three decorations. It notes May superstitions about marriage and May Day rites, plus Topsfield sheep and lambs, Dr William M Parsons at 94, and humorous war stock notes. It ends with an aeroplane sighting over the Charles River and seagull reactions.
A reflective voice longs to lie in the grass and watch cloud ships drift overhead. The speaker, plain and poor, laments failed schemes and fading daydreams as spring arrives and sunlight grows hot.
A young girl expresses insecurity about a popular friend and seeking approval. Advice encourages liking others first, being sincere, discovering your chum's good qualities, showing interest in others, and copying genuine, attentive behavior to attract friends. The world mirrors your actions and love begets love.
Spalding, the hero of William Johnston's mystery, makes a startling discovery, advancing the plot in the next installment of The House of Whispers in Boston Post Sunday Magazine.
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