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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1933
Page
2
The text analyzes paradoxes in health and death using Oscar Wilde and public statistics. It notes that illnesses cause most sickness yet few deaths while heart disease causes many deaths but fewer illnesses, arguing modern care makes being sick relatively safer now than in early medical times.
A traveler in the Middle West cites about 200 miles of unpainted barns signaling a change in farmer philosophy. He recalls painted barns as monuments to industry and pride, while dilapidated structures hint at shiftless or frugal owners and a loss of faith in former ideals.
A meditation on how urban light and smoke hinder astronomy and how rural life can inspire interest in the skies. It argues for amateur astronomy clubs, planetariums, and science as a personal hobby enriching culture and society.
The piece mocks idle artistry and champions labor as key to success. It notes the psychology of artistic temperament and jokes about human reactions to another’s misfortune, like a flat tire, as a study in social behavior.
Readers note a preference for September and October over July and August as town life quiets and scenery improves. The column discusses a possible special town meeting after Labor Day over welfare, old age and soldiers’ benefits costs totaling about 50 310 with a potential 25 000 more needed, the idea of borrowing federal funds, and a push for a pay as you go policy. Also mentions local events, NRA support, and a Winthrop Garden Club flower exhibit.
The Public Works Board tentatively approves a $4 million Neptune Gardens project in East Boston for 700 residential units on 44 acres near World War Memorial Park. It includes brick buildings, gardens, playgrounds, a small library, and rental costs around 8.50 per month, with construction creating about 1,000 direct jobs.
Sunday morning worship with sermon by the Rev Everett Forsworth guest preacher in absence of pastor Oscar Ford special music and prayer service Friday evenings all are welcome
Italian war hero Mike Romano faces Lea Hyatt of Salem in the main event at Alex MacLeah's weekly Revere show. Poland’s Karol Zybybko meets George Linnehan in a semi final, with Rebel Rob Russell taking on Bill Kendricks in a special bout. Other preliminaries feature John Swensky vs Les Ryan and Fred Carone vs George Deel.
Mrs Willard F Colmond of Side Avenue announces the marriage of her son James F Power Jr to Gertrude Margaret King on Saturday August 1 1933 in a church ceremony. The bride was attended by her sister as bridesmaid and the groom’s cousin served as best man. A reception followed at the groom’s home with about fifty attendees. The groom’s aunt prepared a wedding cake. After a honeymoon the couple will reside at 2 Whitredge Street Dorchester Massachusetts.
Tickets are on sale for the Roosevelt Marathon on September 3 covering twenty six miles. From Ipswich to Revere the field will include national and international stars racing to the Revere Bowl track where the finish awards a wreath by the Greek Association of New England. Tickets for the Governor's Grand Stand go on sale Monday at Ham stores with twenty five cent admission to the Cycle Track and a ten mile pace race. only seventy five seats available in Winthrop.
The Winthrop public schools reopen on Wednesday September 6 at 8 45 A M. Five year olds must have birth and vaccination certificates upon entry. Parents must register first grade entrants September 5 at the Senior High School office. Edward R Clarke superintendent announces schedule details for the opening and teacher meetings.
Winthrop Junior High lists September opening activities with class assemblies in the gym and times for each group. Pupil arrival times, principal availability, make up exams notes, and a teachers meeting are outlined for September 4 5 6 with directions for credentials for transfer students.
The piece urges regular medical checks for children focusing on tonsils teeth and gums to prevent rheumatic entry and recommends proper diet fresh air sunlight exercise and rest. It stresses convalescence after serious infections and the importance of long term heart health monitoring by a family physician.
Phyllis Gaston of Flushing celebrated her seventh birthday last Wednesday, August 16, at her grandmother Mrs. Sacah Kelly's home on Shirley Street. Guests enjoyed refreshments after games. The pink color theme centered on a large birthday cake with seven lighted candles and several birthday remembrances were given.
A new club named Magee's Carney Athletic Club is planned with headquarters at 21 Revere Street. It aims to provide quarters for local young men and to promote social and athletic programs in the coming year.
A civil service examination for the Boston and Metropolitan District police service will take place on October 14, 1938. Applications must be filed by October 4 at 5 p.m. Interested applicants should contact the Massachusetts Civil Service Commission at the State House for blanks and exam details.
Miss Ruth Stacey of Reverest and Mr George Anderson of Gardners Lane Lynn were married at Sebrook New Hampshire on February 25 1932.
A Bridge and Whist Party to aid St Marys by the Sea Church will be at the Point Shirley Yacht Club on Monday evening August 28. Mrs Catherine Mahoney and Miss Helen Kinby are in charge and many beautiful prizes have been donated for the event.
Harold Slocumb led a Saturday afternoon Class A win at Winthrop Golf Club with a 44 for 12 holes, 612 out of 28. Davidson shot 45 44, Sawyer 47 44, Barrett Davison died. other scores included Crockery 49 47 and Tyersall 47. Howard A Gilson won Class B with 51 45. University of California noted visiting Joseph Sullivan at home on Lopezan ter race plans.
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