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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1919
Page
20
Cupid promotes a broad marriage drive across the country with rising marriage intentions. October joins June as a peak wedding month, the trend follows wartime hardship as people seek joy and happiness, while costs rise.
Army band musicians argue for an advance payment plan, noting they must read music at sight and are paid 36 dollars a month plus board. They say the wage lags behind private sector ditch diggers and fuels thoughts of civilian life.
An English report credits General Winston and others with inventing the tank while noting America’s Uncle Ben Holt as the true originator of the caterpillar traction that made the tank possible. Holt’s concept—an armored vehicle over rough ground—precedes Byng’s 1915 tank fleet.
The piece discusses a potential November 1 coal strike as miners demand a 60 percent wage increase, shorter hours, overtime pay, and abolition of the double shift. Operators claim wartime wages are sufficient and mediation is needed to settle disputes amid a wartime economy. Also noted is AFL President Gompers suffering from mental strain and the public's approval of the Washington conference’s effort toward recovery.
Citizens warn that limiting soft coal as winter nears would harm all sectors and households and must be prevented by policy action. Local leaders stress the broad impact and urge decisive steps to maintain supplies.
The Washington conference of labor capital and the public stalls on a steel strike as a point of contention. With President Wilson absent and no firm program, delegates debate whether to delay specific disputes or push a general policy to curb strikes and lockouts. Some urge a truce while committees prepare a program, others fear delaying action. The Department of Justice might aid a cooperative approach.
The piece condemns dishonest dealers who underweight goods and calls for strict enforcement. It notes 600 retailers summoned to the State House and alleges 18 percent inaccuracy in Boston weights and measures inspections, urging Mayor Peters to appoint efficient inspectors and prosecute intentional wrongdoers.
Secretary Baker says the army remains on a sugar ration to stretch supplies into January while Secretary Daniels orders an inquiry into navy sugar stocks. If a surplus exists it may be sold. if not, reserves stay for naval use. The mystery of sugar availability remains unresolved.
The passage suggests there may be sufficient brains in the country to locate it and cites Congressman Tinkham's possible investigation as a means to do so.
A Census Bureau report shows 227 large cities spent more than they earned in 1918, totaling 48.6 million dollars. Only 80 cities had a surplus while 147 ran deficits, with New York and other major cities showing excess revenue. The piece warns that deficits reflect tax choices and value for money, challenging Micawber’s income outgo adage.
Anonymous note from Lynn Massachusetts urges people to observe those who insult others and to counter with kindness. It warns to stay away from critics and to learn by their faults while promoting fairness and positive words about others.
The quote suggests that a skilled speaker uses ridicule when confronted with an argument they cannot refute, turning the debate into a personal mockery to undermine the opponent and shift focus from the logic. It reflects rhetorical strategy in adversarial political discourse.
The piece recalls ancient New England lore linking elm leaf size to safe corn planting and notes the Department of Agriculture endorsement. It laments the lack of full citizenship for long-established American families and praises Native gifts to the nation.
Mijuro Shidehara the new Japanese ambassador to the United States is 47, former vice minister of foreign affairs, frank and sociable. Florence Weir Gibson, longtime president of the New York Browning Society, resigns to winter in California. Harold Neal and Agnes Croner wed after war work, with a furnished Malden home as wedding gift. Viscount Haldane recalls prewar Kaiser era. Alma Tartone plans Almada tea room in New York. Queen Elizabeth of Belgium described as human and amiable. Lt. J Henry Smythe Jr. now famed for Liberty Loan slogans and crowd directing, with chess skills aiding his leadership.
A humorous guide to Maine big game hunting for an anonymous Amateur Sportsman. It warns about licenses and limits, emphasizes a licensed guide, and pokes fun at mistakes such as shooting a guide or cows mistaken for deer. It ends with well wishes for good luck and a pleasant time.
A reflective feature discusses the Pilgrims departure from Delfthaven, questioning old church lore and detailing their cautious mood, fears of water and Indians, Bradford’s account of dangers, and Leyden’s vote guiding emigration toward Virginia’s distant tract.
The column links a 60 year anniversary of Harper's Ferry to a tradition of song and patriotism. It notes a Boston sugar shortage blamed on candy makers and a marine strike, plus thoughts on prohibition effects, veterans repatriation rules, and local anecdotes from the city.
A quoted line argues that equating money with success leads to inevitable failure, challenging readers to reassess what defines achievement and fulfillment.
A Kansas City clothier stocked show windows with new one dollar notes marked to ninety cents. He hired staff for crowds but sold only three bills. Buyers claimed they wanted samples of the best counterfeit notes seen. The merchant ended the sale and learned a lesson about human nature.
The article notes burnt orange as a favored millinery shade and plain short skirts for suits. It highlights trimmed hats, paradise motifs, Versailles blue for evenings, and brown in evening frocks. Black net dresses with bright linings and the return of the old-fashioned bustle are also described.
Charles Franklin Jones from Boston argues Americans should shift from complaints to constructive action. He notes diverse interests hinder fair resource distribution and emphasizes inventiveness and restrained complaining as paths to progress.
A 22 year old man in love asks if he is entitled to his sweetheart's kisses before engagement. The columnist says her kisses belong to her chosen future husband and urges waiting, noting some may yield to bold methods but many do not. The message ends with a cautionary note about chasing affection without consent.
The text portrays a woman shocked and displeased by a lover who takes her at her word. It suggests pressing for a sight advance on a future engagement or kiss, framing persistence as a test of seriousness in a fragile romance.
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls Boston weather for October 1 citing official figures. He notes warmest readings of 88 in 1897 and 81 in 1879, a coldest of 30 in 1877, and no rain on this date in the past decade except 1910 1913 and 1917.
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