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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1925
Page
4
When a change of address is requested both the new and old addresses must be provided. A one week notice is required for hanging an address. Copies of news matter and advertisements should be in our hands by Wednesday afternoon to insure insertion the same week.
The notice urges advertisers to submit promotions ahead of time to ensure publication in the weekly paper. It emphasizes avoiding late-week delays and encourages prompt submission.
The exchange contrasts fear of rising crime with calls for firm punishment to deter theft in schools and stores. They argue criminals must face consequences to realize wrong, while stressing parental involvement and harsh, clear limits to curb petty thievery and protect youth.
A radio chat opens with taxation woes and calls for businesswise governance. Debate shifts to electing capable officials and Anita gender roles, praising Edgar Power for Massachusetts Legislature under a hopeful New Year.
A compact reflection notes that a king or prince is a history part while a poet or artist becomes a part of universal humanity by nature and necessity. The line is attributed to Mrs. Anna Jameson.
The length of the straw is preserved as far as possible by designed threshing machines from the Netherlands, aiding strawboard production through efficient handling of straw length.
10 30 morning worship with Mrs Amelia Lueck Frantz as soloist and Mrs Minnie Floyd on organ. 12 00 Sunday school for all departments. 6 30 Epworth League service for young people. 7 30 Evening worship led by Frank Bauer. Friday evening at 8 o'clock prayer meeting and Bible study.
St John the Evangelist on Winthrop Street lists services led by Rev John H Griffin and Rev John J O'Brien. Masses at 7 8:30 10:15 and 11:30 with 8:30 for children. Sunday School follows. daily masses at 6 and 7 A M. first Friday 5:30 and 7:30. Holy Hour 7:45 to 8:45.
Union Congregational Church in Winthrop Beach lists 9:30 Sunday School for primary and junior departments 10:45 morning worship with sermon 12:10 intermediate Sunday School and men's class 5:30 junior Christian Endeavor 6:15 seniors meeting 7:30 evening worship with sermon Rev Martin E Van deMark pastor.
Rev William J Day leads morning worship at 10 30 with Bible School at noon Christian Endeavor at 6 15 and evening worship at 7 30 A church prayer meeting is held Friday evening at 7 45 at Hermon Street.
Point Shirley church invites all to attend Church School Sunday at 11 with classes for all. The preaching service follows Sunday evening at 7 30. The church markets itself as a community church inviting wider welcome.
Rev. Herbert L. Buzzell presides at 10 45 A M Sunday worship with 12 o clock Sunday school Rev Leonard Cushman superintendent Mme Maude Paradis Lane organist Miss Ethel Dyffryn soloist 7 30 P M R W Savage Guild meeting listed.
The First Church of Christ Scientist at 165 Winthrop Street offers Sunday services at 10 45 AM with a Lesson Sermon titled Sacrament. Sunday school for pupils under 20 meets at 12 16 PM and a testimonial meeting is held Wednesdays at 7 30 PM along with a free public reading room in the church building.
A medieval observer recalls a bridge from earth to heaven named Bifrost or the Bow in Heaven with three colors as described by Bishop Snorro Sturleson.
A brief note reflects on admitting personal faults and how it affects friends who point them out. The quote suggests acknowledging flaws may deprive others of that amusement or social role.
Temple Tiffereth Israel on Shirley Street in Winthrop lists daily services at 7 am with special services at Friday sunset and Saturday 8 am services.
Account notes the high cost of Valenciennes lace in 1788, describing lace as a status symbol for men in the seventeenth century. It records lace about three inches wide selling for about 11 dollars per yard, reflecting its demand and price among the period’s elite.
A whimsical note from Uncle Pennywise jokes about a fly’s eating habits. The writer muses on offering a side dish, but the fly samples everything and sticks to nothing in a playful observation from the Atlanta Constitution.
Winthrop Massachusetts January 5 1925 notice from the Board of Selectmen proposing to lay out alter widen and relocate the junction of Hermon Street and Belcher Street in Winthrop Public necessity convenience and safety justify the public improvement plan A hearing is scheduled for Monday January 26 1925 at 8 pm at the Town Hall to consider taking land for the project and to pass an order for the public improvement with CHAS A HAGMAN clerk attesting the order
Corner of Buchanan and Londonists hosts Ralph M. Harper as rector. Eugene P. Whittier directs organ and choir. 8:00 a m Holy Communion 10:45 a m Morning service with Dr Edward Crown sermon on East trip impressions. 7:30 p m Annual Service of Lights with candle departure. St John’s School meets 9:30 a m Grammar High and 10:45 a m Kindergarten Primary.
Louise Adelaide Coox widow of Henry C Coox died at her Winthrop Highlands home aged 77 Funeral from 15 Crest Ave on Monday at 2 pm conducted by Charles R Bennison Undertakers Dorchester native prior residence listed
Winthrop Mass post office hours run 7 a m to 7 p m weekdays with Saturday 6 p m closing. Mail arrivals vary by weekday Sunday and holiday times. carrier trips and street letter box collections noted. Weather may disrupt schedules and officials pledge best effort. R M Baker postmaster and D Belcher superintendent sign.
Frost Library hours listed for adults and children with details of deposit location and evening hours at Taft Avenue Point Shirley. January 5 1924 new titles include A Beginner's Guide to the Stars Why the Weather Whaling The New Spoon River One Act Plays Our Presidents and The Story Key to Geo listed with call numbers.
A shipment of Greek books has arrived at the Public Library from the Massachusetts Division of Public Libraries for free use by Winthrop residents. The library offers works to learn about America, to guide citizenship, and to provide entertaining stories. The librarian will show how to join and borrow, with English learning and reading in familiar languages encouraged.
A European practice in the seventeenth century required a young man to prove he had planted a specified number of walnut trees before he could obtain consent to marry.
Early youth diet shapes future health. insufficient nourishment clearly harms physical development. The note underscores long term impact of nutrition on the body and vitality.
A forest service member notes a blaze in a tree from 1861 remains visible. The blaze was made correctly and can be seen clearly from a distance of about 15 feet.
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