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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1922
Page
14
The notice states items printed are paid at one dollar each and photographs are paid at 106 dollars. contributors must agree that the Ford-a-Day editor's decision shall be final in all cases.
The notice from United States Post Office in Wrentham Massachusetts states the facility is not a police station or town building and asks patrons to conduct personal matters elsewhere. Signed by Melville A. Shafer, it stresses serving the public as a government entity.
In Woonsocket Rhode Island a navy motorman and the night motor of a local belt line street car line share the same house directly on the route. The arrangement allows easy access for both, with frequent 30 minute passes by the cars, raising questions about scheduling and conduct near residential areas.
Morning sighting reports a New York registered taxi stopping on Cambridge Street with a meter running. People in the car, including two women and a man, traveled from New York City and planned to see an Italian lawyer in court today.
A reader recalls a six car convoy where a person on a bicycle was strapped to a carrier as the car ran low on fuel. The driver said if needed he would use the bicycle to travel on and avoid walking, presenting it as a safer option. Emma Connert of Virginia Road, R F D No 2, GenCore appears in the note.
A sales visit reveals a young employee replies with Be a gentleman when asked for her name. The exchange leads to a humorous misunderstanding about names B A Gentle Man. W. W. Lefavour notes the incident from Beverly Massachusetts.
The story confirms the event is true. Beulah Alberta Gentleman is the young lady involved and writer Mr Ler favour receives the Ford car for today.
In Swampscott a large white flag on a flag pole bore the word OURS, a quirky public display by Mrs. C. H. Bowlen of 63 Wingate Street Haverhill who believed in the motto It Pays to Advertise even in home ownership.
A note left by a laundryman states he took $5 from a purse and paid himself for washing items while the mother-in-law left the house momentarily. The message was found on the kitchen floor after the laundry was done at 224 Mechanic Street, Mariboro, by Mrs. C. E. Sanford.
The 23 year old Miss Campbell preaches sermons at the ancient First Baptist Church with veteran skill. Her early sermons to dolls as a child foreshadow her current eloquence. Her charming personality and vivacity make her a noted pulpit orator in the area.
A letter from Charles M. Swimm of Winthrop describes a black dog at Camden near the lighthouse who taps the lighthouse bell three times in response to the steamer's three blasts. He notes making several summer boat trips to Banger, Maine, and lingers on the scene with the dog as a notable memory.
Local fragment describes Iain Potter riding a black horse from West Bowdoin to find a trout hole. He carries a two-quart jar of cream in a saddle bag and churns butter at the spot. He returns with ready butter for a stamp, per Helen Anderson of Auburn Maine.
A resident along a north boulevard rents a house from the present owner for six dollars per month and has continued paying that amount. The occupant is identified as Mrs El sie F Day of Liberty Street Danvers.
A Cohasset policeman served nearly two years at the Hull Cohasset junction near West Corner post office with only one four day vacation in five years. He has never seen Paragon Park lit at night despite duty near Nantasket Beach. John W. Finlayson Whitehead Avenue Nantasket Beach.
Francis Oulmet hit a drive from the sixth hole at Woodland Golf Club and a ball struck a red headed woodpecker in nearby trees, killing the bird instantly. Report filed by Mae R. Gahan of 13 Mapleton Street, Brighton.
A man intoxicated with hidden treasure disrupted a Worcester restaurant dining scene. The proprietor, sensing trouble, shut the front lights and warned the intruder that no more food would be served before guiding him outside.
Miss Campbell arrived at Newton Theological Seminary to receive a Ford touring car donated by the Post. The gift, celebrated with banners on her lawn, will aid her ministry at First Baptist Church where she was ordained in 1981 at age 22 under Rev. George R. Stair. The baptistry is presently out of order as parishioners anticipate next Sunday's baptismal rite.
The Ford a Day feature closes Saturday with the 75th Ford car to be awarded. Letters must reach the Ford a Day editor by 8 p m Saturday to be considered. Final car announcement will appear in Sundays Post. Ford plant closure this week limits supply for a time.
In a 1922 Boston area tale three churches Quaker Unitarian and Baptist each had women preaching while the Unitarian minister was away. Mrs Alice Dow known as grandma led the Quaker service and a young wife filled in for her husband at the Unitarians. The Milret Baptist Church of Bolton hosted New England’s youngest ordained woman minister.
Miss Elizabeth M Campbell of Boston notes the Ford a Day contest closings as letters pour in from across New England. The Ford a Day page uses items paid at one dollar and pictures at two dollars once accepted by the Boston Post for the world’s greatest newspaper contest.
Arthur Labrie of 214 Lowell street Lawrence recalls entering a Melvin street boarding house run by a woman on the steps. He noticed a dog with clipped hair and was told the clipping occurs every six months to make pillows instead of feathers.
A prominent Waltham family, all adults, uses only paper dishes for meals to save time on cleanup. The practice excludes nothing, including soup plates, and reflects a belief that individual members’ time is too valuable for dishwashing.
On Prince Edward Island a Bryant family daughter group wed into the Murray clan. Margaret, Maria, Charlotte, and Catherine Bryant each married a Murray brother, forming four marriages. Minnie Bryant wed a second Murray, creating two Mrs. Murreys from the Bryant sisters.
A house in Quincy, long for sale, finally sold after its owner’s friend and his wife cleaned the property. A brother broker then sent a $10 check to thank the wife for her work, noting the sale was completed the next day. The letter is signed by James T. Darling of Roslindale.
A unique smoking jacket crafted from yellow cigar ribbons with black print was created over more than a year. It features black embroidery silk ribbing, black satin lining, cuffs, and collar. Viewing available by calling 416 Lincoln Street. Mrs O Beauregard, 6 Lincoln Street Marlboro.
The writer recalls a wedding where the bride exchanged an engagement ring for the wedding band. The groom wore the engagement ring as the wedding ring, noting it was a plain band and doubly serving. The letter ends with a question about Swiss frugality and economy.
A Boston Bull dog helped a father push a baby carriage uphill in Wollaston today. The owner, Mrs Josie Chase Porterfield of 905 Belmont Street, reported the dog pulled with effort on the steep incline while the parents walked on level ground.
In Brockton, a 10 cent store window shows a sweater made from dishcloths. The front and back use two large cloths, sleeves from two small cloths, with dye, belt, and a collar and cuff set completing the look. The item is described as an example of thrift fashion.
A Dorchester plumber’s 16 year old son has made his younger sister’s dresses and trimmed her hats for years. He recently secured a good position with a Boylston street dressmaking and millinery establishment. Nelson H. Grover 26 Oxford Street Somerville.
A witness at Cot tage Park Yacht Club reports seeing a rowboat towed by an aeroplane. The craft was maneuvered around to Lemcote Street last Sunday, a highly unusual method for moving a small boat.
A Dorchester woman named Lillian G Hurley describes herself as well groomed while avoiding mirrors. She jokes that mirrors would be the only expense she would dread, yet affirms she is a healthy, attractive young woman with curly hair at 30 Bowman Street.
At about 12:30 a car stopped in front of the Daniel Webster Inn and four people entered the veranda. They requested blankets and brought in rugs before retiring until 5:30 a.m., leaving quietly as staff remained unaware of the intrusion in Sandwich.
In spring 1971 I sold an organ to Mr F a Marlboro friend. He later sold it to Mr S a farmer who stores the organ in his milk house. When discouraged Mr S plays the organ to drown his blues in the milk house.
A Boston man headed home to Canada tried to pass a fur coat into Canada by asking a fellow passenger to wear it. The woman refused to surrender the coat and threatened to expose the smuggling plan, so he fled, leaving the coat behind and avoiding trouble. GLADYS VEINOTTE, 62 Marlboro Street, Belmont.
The Ford a Day contest spreads from New England to Chicago with a three day offer for the best piece of news. The Boston Post continues to lead and Samuel M Gordon of Roxbury is noted as the contact. Now at The Quadrangle Iowa City is mentioned.
James M. Healy reports a two and a half story abandoned building at Westport Point with all windows boarded. The owner Cory died over 20 years ago, leaving a dry goods store intact. His sons, wealthy, refuse to sell the building or goods despite inquiries by local bystanders.
A schoolteacher learns a student did not move but rotated the house to face Quincy street instead of Pendleton avenue, changing the listed address for the year. Luella M Sree, 107 Spring Street, Springfield.
A Lowell to Lawrence house receives an art roof made of oil paintings, partial coverage suggesting the owner plans more paintings to adjust value. B. C. Stowers of North Billerica signs the letter noting artists earned little, while shingle makers seem debtor to this scheme.
Chelmsford Massachusetts farmer C L Davis says after recovering from extensive rheumatism he can work again and credits Weldona with curing pain and stiffness. He reports swelling in hands and knees and claims the remedy restored mobility as readers are invited to request a free book and Weldona offers a $1000 guarantee against false testimonials.
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