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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1933
Page
2
The Review notes no financial errors in advertisements but reserves the right to reprint parts of ads with corrections. Advertisers must notify management immediately of any errors. The Review rejects liability for unsolicited photographs unless previously approved by postage.
The passage reflects on January 1 as a turn in the road and a symbol of optimism. It urges new beginnings, chances, and experiences, noting the New Year offers 365 clean days full of opportunities and potential for character and achievement. It seeks to inspire a vigilant, adventurous outlook for the year ahead.
The writer argues against a flood of calendars and erasers used to erase the old year. Editorial tone notes December purchases, January payments, and the idea that the new year financially begins in March after settling January and February figures.
Rural bankers who are often retired farmers advocate diversified farming and scientific methods. They urge cooperation between country and city banks to extend credit enabling farmers to apply better seeds and practices, noting big banks provide temporary aid but are needed for lasting support.
The piece urges readers to settle bills promptly at year start to avoid debt and bankruptcy. It notes many businesses fail due to unpaid debts and suggests that paying what is owed would keep firms solvent and protect livelihoods.
A collection of aphoristic lines notes ten women marry at face value. It argues some friendships fade fast while criticizing men who sleep on the job. It toys with bedtime lessons and hints at alimony under a shortened term.
A series of dated, satirical lines touch on religion, college life, gender roles, technology, guilt and innocence, Hitler, fuel efficiency, price gouging, fables, rescue work, rattlesnakes, and social irritations. The pithy quips showcase a dated, wry newspaper column style with sharp social commentary.
Recurring memories of a brutal Tuesday night storm describe blocked Orient Heights road and Strait Beach road at Beachmont forcing Winthrop residents to abandon stalled autos and hike or take trains home. The piece reflects on civic outlook for March elections and urges voters to elect capable, reliable leaders rather than friendly handshakers. It also highlights festive Christmas displays and urges readers to view the Bennison and Toss homes before the season ends.
A reflection on familiar household items and time alongside church activities. The article notes a reception at 10:45 am and a Watch Night service 9:00 to 12:70 with films, social time, and musical numbers led by the pastor. Sunday school schedules and a men’s class at Lewis Avenue are listed.
International cooperation Mrs. Ella F Lithgow and child welfare Mrs. Anne Wales named among officers. Other posts include vice president for finance recording secretary corresponding secretary and treasurer.
Two Winthrop citizens honored for lifelong public service and generosity. William C Ham, a leading candy and ice cream entrepreneur, supports hospitals, scouts, and community drives while steering a three-branch business and resisting political office. Fred J Murphy is celebrated for civic involvement and ongoing town improvement efforts.
Fred J. Murphy is hailed as the Dean of Casualty Insurance in Boston and a longtime Winthrop town meeting member. He built a private insurance business since 1889, now based in Boston, and has held leadership in local and regional groups, including the Boston Association of Casualty Insurance Agents. He resides on Summit Avenue with his wife and family, with several children married and living nearby.
A health Q A discusses tuberculosis in children and the need for early physician consultation for underweight or chronically ill kids. It notes prevention through treatment, preventoria funding from Christmas seals, and mentions psoriasis heredity and ultraviolet therapy. It also covers dog mange contagion concerns and skin conditions seen in handlers.
Carner of Bowdoin and Buchanan Streets leads a church service schedule with Holy Communion at 8:00 a.m. Morning Service and Sermon at 10:45 a.m. Kindergarten and Primary at 10:45 a.m. Grammar, Junior and Senior High at 9:30 a.m. Watch Night Service to follow at 11:30 p.m. Ralph M. Harper, rectory attendee.
Rev C Qseaford D PD leads morning services at 9:45 for church school and all departments, 11:00 Holy Communion and reception of members, 6:30 Epworth League, and 7:30 New Year’s Eve service with a sermon on Retrospect and Prospect. The vested choir will sing The Old Hymns.
The First Church of Christ Scientist of Winthrop at 165 Winthrop Street advertises Sunday services at 10 45 a m and Sunday School for pupils up to 20 at 10 45 a m The Dec 81 1933 date notes subject Christ Jesus Golden and a Micah text Thou Bethlehem Ephratah though thou be little among the thousands of Judah yet out of thee shall come forth a ruler in Israel Free public reading room in the church edifice daily 2 5 p m Saturdays 7 9 p m and Wednesday evenings before and after meetings
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