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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1922
Page
10
The Boston Post announces subscription prices for US and Canada readers, with annual and quarterly options, plus foreign rates. It lists postal districts extra charges and urges advance payment with notices of discontinuation.
The Mayor of Everett suspends the city treasurer for a week without pay after a pattern of official discourtesy to the public. Citizens had complained of rude treatment as officials ignored inquiries and hung up the phone. The action by Mayor Harrison is praised as a model response.
The obituary notes Tom Watson as a picturesque Georgia senator whose gifts and brilliance were marred by erratic temper and prejudice. He influenced history with works like Story of Georgia and Life of Jefferson, but excesses and bigotry limited his legacy.
Rumors say the Gloucester race committee may select a vessel to challenge the Halifax Herald fisherman's cup or abandon the event. The Mayflower crew has proven their standing, while talk of quitting the races is dismissed as weak. the regular referee will decide the contested entry.
A letter urges the City Planning Board to regulate traffic and curb congestion in the city core. Business groups and real estate interests push for quick, practical solutions noting costs and the need to keep autos from clogging central streets.
A proposal seeks a central zone restriction on automobile entry to curb congestion but will trade convenience. The issue is urgent as the blockade already becomes unbearable, demanding careful, thoughtful solutions.
In their convention platform the Massachusetts Republicans condemn the direct primary law as costly and unfair, urging legislative amendments to reflect voters will. They vow to retain direct primaries with no party enrollment and warn that returning to boss-dominated conventions would weaken citizen choice. The Democratic stance is cited as supporting popular government.
The report states President Harding halts illegal seizures of ships beyond the three mile limit by the prohibition enforcement bureau. Only ships using their own boats and crew to violate the Volstead act fall under U S jurisdiction. Washington officials are urged to avoid offending other nations without valid grounds.
The Washington despatch reports Secretary Hughes stating the Harding administration supports freedom of the Dardanelles Sea of Marmora and Bosphorus. A Paris cable notes Admiral Long has gone to Constantinople to direct navy operations if needed with the foreign squadron.
Boston veterans are urged to claim the $3 poll tax exemption before it expires October 15. City collector William M. McMorrow says many former servicemen have not applied. A letter to Commander William H. Davie of the American Legion notes the deadline and urges immediate action on the 1992 poll tax bills.
Ellen M. Walsh of Lynn died September 24 and upon probate filing, left 1000 to each of five Catholic charities in Lynn Somerville and Boston. Beneficiaries include Little Sisters of the Poor Somerville Home for Destitute Catholic Children Boston Working Boys Home Boston St Vincent's Orphan Asylum Boston and the Roll of Zeal Fund Sacred Heart parish West Lynn.
A Sewell Ford tale titled Sally Sees It Through appears in full in the next Boston Sunday Post. The humorous story follows Sally through a series of witty misadventures and social observations framed by Ford at his satirical best.
Poem narrator Newton Newkirk observes flappers on streets and beaches. He admits anxiety with crowds of flamboyantly dressed women and avoids large groups. The piece humorously contrasts comfort with single encounters versus panic in crowds.
A writer laments etiquette at table while narrating two comic diners. An aristocratic man struggles with soft boiled eggs and buttered corn provoking a public display. A nearby woman in uniform manners upbraids the bird course as the fowl repeatedly falls. The narrator recalls a failed restaurant debut with a blue serge suit ruined by egg splatter.
Autumn days grow shorter withSunday October first one hour seven minutes less than September opening. Franklin Park draws crowds and parking issues rise. A Quincey officer notes red signs curb speed better than standard limits. Jazz worldwide and a ship crew with no Americans prompts discussion. Birth of a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Nichols. Maier W. Clark Smith travels to Boston to organize a Pullman Porters Band Orchestra. Henry A. Baker noted as a long serving race driver. Wakefield library nearing completion and fall colors praised. Sylvester Dame, 84, active New England farmer and Revolutionary War descendant. Wood pile eyed for violin material by Henry Cheney. Franklin Park May host a beginners course as Playstead transforms.
A minor Stockwood Company clerk named Jerry Moorfield gains a promotion after a magazine article on Child Training inspires him to answer his son Harold’s endless questions. He studies Indian history, transportation, and astronomy to boost his knowledge and charm, then explains the questionnaire’s origin and his belief in educating himself through his child’s curiosity.
A cheerful and hopeful tune to a lifebuoy given to its bearer and shared with those he meets. The note describes a positive spirit linked to relief and aid spreading through social interactions.
Fragmentary scribbles describe old time revelry and flapper fashion on city streets. The piece hints at carefree nights and the era’s daring attitudes, contrasting with modern rules and proprieties.
A vivid account recalls Tadousac as a historic trading post and popular Quebec resort. The Saguenay River carves dramatic cliffs nearly two thousand feet high, its fjord like waters drawing tourists and rivaling famed waterways while steeped in colonial lore.
A notice explains that original short stories must be accompanied by a self addressed stamped envelope and requests retainment of a copy of the story sent, with instructions to await further guidance.
Night wind sings over the chimney and troubles the family. The woman recalls a lost love while the children fear a witch. The man hopes for snow to fix the leak and save fuel. The poet notes the wind as harmony from God.
Household tips on speeding up beating eggs using salt and ice bath methods for cream, coal range baking water caution, refreshing a toque by reusing a knob, and improvising a jelly bag from an old lace curtain. Provided by Mrs Elizabeth R Seigel of 1 Munroe Street Roxbury.
The observer cites official figures noting a warm 90 degrees and a cold 40 degrees on September 8. He recalls rainfall in Roston over the past 14 years except 1916 and 1917, with other years showing varied precipitation.
Letters to the editor explain Portland cement was named for appearance rather than place origin. They note the first cement by Joseph Aspdin of Leeds made from limestone and clay fused, and discuss cloves, Concord's Indian name Musketequid, Robert Hoe's firm founding, Julia Ward Howe, Dr Tanner, and a planned 1924 Philadelphia world’s fair.
Ruth Leigh guides shoppers on choosing ribbons, noting cheap satin wears rough due to surface threads, explaining weave types from satin to tabby and two tone effects. She stresses buying quality ribbons for durability and value.
A Boston reader urges kinder subway behavior after a noon Park Street incident. Two men clash as doors open, shoving and a brief fight nearly erupts before bystanders intervene. The writer suggests “Bear to the right” signs and temporary guards to curb football rushes.
Judge Laurie in Central Court yesterday morning ordered Anthony di Boduo, 33, of Cheever Street East Boston, to the Psychopathic Hospital for ten days observation after police charged him with firing shots at an officer during a disturbance.
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