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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1920
Page
16
Italy informed the United States that it and Poland are practically in accord with the American note on Poland and Bolshevists. The assurances come amid criticism of the administration, with Europe reportedly honoring President Wilson’s voice.
The Official Bulletin of the Republican campaign treasurer outlines four full-time divisions and a fifth reserve division to operate in the last three days of the public movement. The term mop-up battalion provokes unease as campaign fund raising is explained, with doubts about its propriety.
The City Council approved moving ten thousand dollars from the reserve fund to combat infantile paralysis in Boston. Health Commissioner Woodward notes the disease is unusually prevalent this summer though not epidemically severe. A team of diagnostic experts and an epidemiologist will lead a three month effort with clerical help.
Agencies warn tenants about the emergency eviction act passed by the General Court. The law allows a discretionary six month stay of judgment in dwelling- premises cases where tenancy ends without tenant fault and sets an effective period through February 1922. It urges tenants to seek negotiated agreements with landlords before action proceeds.
The piece argues that former progressive Gifford Pinchot, after visiting Marion, will let bygones be bygones and support Senator Harding. It contrasts Pinchot with Theodore Roosevelt and Aaron Burr, noting past personal attacks and praising Pinchot’s exceptional, almost superhuman, capacity for forgiveness amid a crisis with Roosevelt.
The text explains tenants may seek court intervention to adjust their eviction case, ensuring they are not summarily evicted without extreme cause given their income and housing needs. It frames this as a legal entitlement to protection against abrupt displacement.
The piece argues Harding aligned papers misstate Homer Cummings testimony to bolster Republican fundraising. It notes Cummings did not accuse a corruption scheme and questioned the $8 million fundraising goal, while highlighting his pointed critique of the money drive and the miners' strike threat.
Prohibition presidential candidate Dr. Aaron S. Watkins plans a nationwide speaking tour by air starting Sept 15, traveling through states east of the Rockies. The bold campaign move aims to outpace rivals but may not boost dry forces, even as critics note the spectacle of air travel.
President Wilson writes to anthracite coal workers reaffirming the pledge by their representatives to honor the Anthracite Coal Commission decision. He cites Mr Ferry’s minority report urging full practical acceptance by the United Mine Workers of America and diligent application by officers.
The United Fruit Company and its Revere Sugar Refinery face a glut with about 40 million pounds of unsold sugar. They claimed high profits from contracts yet cannot sell at a loss, while the market offers around 8 cents a pound. Analysts doubt sustained high prices as credit pressures loom and storage loans may cover losses.
A writer describes a large influx of actors and actresses visiting Newport summer colony through marriages into wealthy families. The best known figure is John Drew, long allowed access to the most exclusive Newport and New York mansions.
John N Willys, a multi millionaire automobile maker, sails for Europe on his first real vacation in years. He now rivals Henry Ford in wealth yet is only four years old compared with Ford. Once a poor boy twenty years ago he ran a small bicycle shop in a town in New York State.
The ex premier of France George Clemenceau is noted for a wide range of writings. A forthcoming collection of his short stories features reminiscences of boyhood in the Ven dee country. His novel The Strongest earned praise last year in this country. He also wrote a successful one act play adapted into a Paris musical, and numerous essays and addresses complete his literary portfolio.
The poem speaks of a friendly light guiding each man on life’s path toward home and uplifting him through love cheer and song. It imagines a beacon that steadies courage and clarifies the road when dreams dim and reality overwhelms.
The record notes Boston’s warmest first day of September at 9 percent in 1881 and 91 in 1876, with the coldest at 60 in 1887. It states no rain on this date in ten years except in 1917 and 1918.
Readers respond with plans for the Newtirk bear cub Stealthy Steve. Letters suggest ideas ranging from a zoo exhibit to private homes or a fund to build a permanent retirement for the cub.
Hypatia, renowned mathematician, philosopher and astronomer of Alexandria, attracted admiration for her beauty and learning. A mob stripped and killed her in a church after political tensions flared, a fate vividly depicted by Kingsley and echoed in contemporary pictures.
A Marblehead committee member Jeremiah Lee and two others escaped a British raid at Weatherbys tavern, then Lee fell ill from exposure and died. Lee, uncle of William R. Lee, helped shape local merchant power. Marblehead also produced Joseph Story, Elbridge Gerry, and John Glover.
The passage credits Governor Cox for defeating the drive tactic, praising the Republican campaign committee for turning the drive man into ridicule. It frames Cox as finishing the campaign effort and diminishing the bully tactics used against him.
Poet Walt Mason describes an inland lake quake provoking wild scenes and self reflection. He imagines the planet’s tremor as a comic stage for remorse about past lies and churchgoing regrets, ending with a humorous note about taking a cold bottle from the ice.
The piece portrays Governor Cox delivering harsh public criticism that leaves his rival politically damaged, describing the confrontation as a defining historical moment and implying severe reputational harm.
A concise life story of James Gordon Bennett Sr. born September 1 1795 in Keith Scotland. He immigrated to America at twenty and pursued journalism despite repeated failures. Bennett’s perseverance yielded wealth and fame after founding the Newmore Herald in a Wall Street basement following a twenty year run of setbacks.
A narrative of James Gordon Bennett Jr. who printed his paper on the Streets, faced a basement fire and printer desertion, yet persevered. He pioneered ideas in journalism, paid European correspondents, and pursued exclusive news, leaving behind a son James Gordon Bennett Jr. with notable office furniture.
A guide states proper table setting places forks to the left of the plate with prongs up, knives to the right with edges in, and spoons to the right of knives with bowls up, all handles aligned. It also notes tan shoes are not customary at a dance unless paired with a dress suit.
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