11 Apr 1921
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1921
Page
1
New York April 10 police press ahead with enforcement of the state prohibition law described by papers as the dryest Sunday since 1896 when Roosevelt as police commissioner halted Sunday liquor sales.
Police charge in the murder of Officer Preston at Wakefield. They seek a girl who screamed and ran after the shooting. Authorities believe Preston tried to arrest both suspects when he was slain. Officer’s report lists Loud and a woman’s name on a paper.
A mysterious woman, described only vaguely by authorities, is sought by State and Wakefield police as a key eye witness to Patrolman James Arthur Preston's murder in North Wakefield. A scream heard nearby by Fred Libby coincides with Preston being shot as he questioned the arrestee.
Saloon frequenters admit New York is virtually bone dry as many establishments close for good or deny soft drink sales. A 20 detective squad at Coney Island arrests 11 men and one woman for liquor possession while other precincts report few violations as law enforcement vows to continue the dry crackdown.
The Georgia planter was found guilty of murdering 11 Black men who were employed by him. He ordered the victims handcuffed and cast into a river to die.
In Monticello Georgia the Jasper county grand jury will investigate alleged killings of numerous Black people held in peonage on John Williams farm. Williams was convicted in Newton County of murder and given life. authorities claim at least 11 Black victims. The inquiry may examine three Williams sons and the Eugene Hamilton lynching from months earlier.
Patrolman John Stewart of Charlestown’s City Square station was suspended after a police board verdict citing alleged intoxication. The skipper and officials await Stewart’s account of the events leading to his ride in the patrol wagon and suspension.
Boston witnesses describe a liquor fueled commotion in Charlestown that caused Patrolman Stewart to circle Hayes Square repeatedly as a crowd cheered. The missing officer was found at a doorway and later suspended after questioning. Stewart, about 28, had served 18 months on the force.
Havana April 10 Capablanca Cuban master won the 10th game of the world chess championship against Emanuel Lasker who resigned after the 68th move Lasker trails two games to none with eight draws Capablanca's decisive win came after a lengthy struggle with time totals of 4 hours 40 minutes for Lasker and 4 hours 20 minutes for Capablanca.
Secretary Mellon announced the offering of a new issue of Treasury certificates totaling about 150 million dollars. The issue will be dated April 4 and mature in six months, bearing interest at 5.5 percent.
Washington notes that the new Republican administration will begin full efforts as Congress convenes at noon for an extraordinary session called by President Harding. The event marks the start of a new era in American politics.
The schedule for tomorrow includes opening ceremonies and resolutions, with a joint session planned Tuesday for the President's address and organizational work. Committees of leaders will be formed to report the assembled Congress. President Harding is expected to stress domestic needs and tariff revisions while also addressing international questions.
Reports indicate improving conditions amid the coal strike in Britain with government and industry negotiators making progress. Analysts note restrained industrial action and a potential path to resumed production as talks continue.
London April 10 Associated Press reports a calmer mood as concessions on both sides ease tensions from the coal strike and the looming possibility of a general industrial tieup. Cabinet ministers and labor leaders used the respite to enter the country for a rest.
Opinion on the crisis remains favorable and precautionary measures plus volunteer recruitment proceed actively until miners return to work. Londoners enjoy sunshine while fears of strikes ease. Labor leaders expect unfettered conference and more pumpers resuming duties under the accord. The government opposes subsidies but may offer brief aid to the industry during the tough phase.
The Tupper house in Sandwich, the oldest dwelling on Cape Cod and among Massachusetts' oldest Colonial homes, was destroyed by fire believed arson. Built in 1637 by Thomas Tupper and once owned by the Tupper Family Association, it stood on Tupper Street and was unoccupied at the time.
At the Margaret Brent Civic Guild’s first annual convention in Hotel Buckminster Catholic women voted to sever party ties and act as a unified free force. Chairwoman Mrs Frank C Scanlan urged adherence to Christian ideals and rejection of pagan socialist or anti Christian standards in selecting legislators.
Los Angeles April 10 Miss May Collins declines confirming engagement to Charlie Chaplin. She dismisses the gossip as publicity and praises Chaplin as an artistic genius in acting music and fudge making. She recalls a 15 year old stage debut in Maeterlinck.
Clarence W. Loud of Stratford road Melrose was arrested after police officers from Melrose and Wakefield questioned him closely about an incident. He was taken into custody about 1 o clock yesterday morning and turned over to Wakefield authorities.
Today marks anniversaries with a German cruiser Kronprinz Wilhelm arriving at Newport News in 1915. A year ago Poles were killed in Petrograd during a riot.
A reader notes a dining offer at 18 Province St, Up One Flight opposite City Mail. The venue promises a delicious lunch with good service for S50d and features broiled live chicken lobster.
Forecast predicts fair skies in Boston and vicinity with cool, rising temperatures from Tuesday. Eastern New York and Southern New England expect fair Monday and Tuesday, with temperatures increasing Tuesday, while winds are mainly northerly from the Atlantic coast.
Forecast calls for fair conditions today with a cool morning and warming afternoon. It will be noticeably warm today but seasonably cool again tonight.
Yesterday's temperatures shown by Thompson's Spa include 82 high and 51 low for the BoM Menesees, with hourly readings from 8 p.m. to 8 p.m. and averages noted. The average yesterday was 47 degrees, compared with 42 yesterday a year ago.
A police investigation will determine the cause of a blaze that gutted the E A King & Co paper towel plant at 1232 Dorchester avenue near East street. Damage is estimated at $10,000.
A major fire at 242 Savin Hill avenue injured firefighter William J. Walker who suffered a severe laceration but refused hospital care. The blaze, discovered shortly after 9 pm, spread from a paper storeroom to adjacent units including Boston Bottle Co and J F Lawton Furniture, with origin under a paper pile in a rear ell room. Incendiary cause questioned as police and fire marshal investigate. L street traffic delayed over an hour.
White House statements say President Harding will not depart for Alaska before August if he proceeds with the summer tour. He hopes to travel with Secretary Fall but his schedule in Washington will determine the departure date, not a June timing.
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