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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1919
Page
10
The article argues the peace treaty will be ratified in Washington with no real doubt. It notes the two year opt out, possible amendments, and Senate reservations as options, concluding the authors believe ratification will occur.
The article argues tennis is a hard gripping sport for top players, not merely lawn amusement. It notes Forest Hills attendance receipts exceeded $55 000 despite bad weather and low seat prices, showing strong public interest and money in big tennis.
The Roosevelt memorial fund abandons a five day drive and relies on voluntary subscriptions to reach 5 000 050 dollars. Former Justice Hughes supports a national memorial honoring Roosevelt and foresees widespread public willingness to contribute without a forced campaign.
Governor Coolidge signs and declares the anti profiteering measure operative via emergency provision. The law bans price maintenance and conspiracies to fix any prices for life necessities, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. The attorney general will pursue profiteers under the new act.
The text notes a new method in the state to penalize offenders, praising Governor Coolidge's proclamation and suggesting its warning may have a salutary effect. It discusses prior lack of direct punitive methods and the potential impact of the action.
The piece argues against Democratic gubernatorial candidates embracing government ownership of railroads and utilities. It recalls perceived better private management history, notes postwar declines under public control, and urges careful consideration of government ownership as a political issue. It cites experiences with telegraphs, railroads, and wartime management to warn voters away from permanent public control.
Observances of Lafayette Day celebrate the first signing of the armistice and praise France’s revival through American aid. The article recalls Jefferson and Lafayette’s roles in shaping the American Republic, highlighting battles like Brandywine, Monmouth, Yorktown, and later World War I offensives as linked outcomes of Franco American friendship.
The article reflects on Lafayette’s influence on the American Revolution and his lasting impact. It credits George Washington with shaping the young Frenchman’s revolutionary spirit and notes that the people celebrate the preservation of rights and Lafayette’s role in the historical achievement.
The Italian Chamber of Deputies grants women the right to vote, marking a step in a wider global trend toward equal civic powers for men and women. Southeastern states resist but are unlikely to stop final adoption as suffrage spreads to civilized nations.
The Elevated announces two additional nickel lines from different South Boston points to South Station starting October 1. A nickel fare for short trips is seen as sensible, while ten cents for brief distances is criticized as costly, prompting some walkers to prefer the street. The piece argues nickel fares should prevail where affordable for the company.
Boston Herald summary notes former Senator Winthrop Crane favors ratification of the peace treaty with reasonable reservations. He opposes reopening the peace congress and condemns partisan maneuvers by Republicans, urging a forward, cooperative stance with other nations. The piece praises Crane as a liberal, progressive Republican.
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls Boston weather data for September 6. Official figures show 2 for 1880 and 92 for 1900 as warmest readings, with a coldest 47 in 165. No rain occurred on this date in the past ten years except 1910 1911 1912 and 1916.
A faded sentimental note recounts a youthful scolding, a shift to adult resolve, and a letter of love expected from a former flame. The scene closes with the postman at the door and a hopeful, anxious mood as Janet or Mabel is referenced in Boston.
In Muncie Indiana Jonathan Green rounds up five cows that caused a ruckus after apples spilled from a cider mill were left in their pasture. The cows drank spoiled feed got rowdy during milking and disrupted the barn before calming down and returning to normal milk yield.
A local correspondent asks Newt about hornpout horns and Henry confirms they are sharp, sharper than a two edged sword. The tale recounts a boat fishing mishap where the narrator sits on a hornpout and resumes fishing.
Facts and Fashions highlights fabrics favored for tailored suits bright colors for skirts waxed silk voiles new fabrics heavy linens with drawn work and extensive handwork on hat brims. Chinese inspired hats feature prominently as a full fashion feature and low cut evening gowns use metal cloth. A fur made of cotton and cock feathers as dress trimmings appear as novelties.
The Prince of Wales will arrive in Washington on November 12 from Canada and is expected to be the guest of President and Mrs. Wilson at the White House.
The account details Zeppelins raiding the British Isles from 1915 to 1918, London suffering 51 raids with 556 deaths and 1457 injuries. It notes public fear, light concealment, sirens and rockets, firefighters, anti-aircraft defenses, and night patrols that reduced bombing after Allied pursuit and Dunkirk-assisted coordination.
Louis D. Brandeis returns from Palestine to prepare a Chicago talk on Holy Land views. Arctic explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson draws attention to Arctic settlement potential. Prince of Wales dislikes prepared speeches while John Barton Payne plans to renovate St. John’s Church in Washington.
Readers ask why Franklin Park golf course was used for war gardens amid available space. The course will not be ready this season but is expected to be in good shape for next spring. Other letters correct coin year 1815 pennies and identify Mohawk trail origin and Copley Plaza site, Lusitania and Titanic build dates, and Massachusetts largest pond.
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