14 Apr 1921
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1921
Page
1
Fire raged through the Old State House on State Street damaging two floors and threatening priceless relics of Boston history. Firefighters fought the blaze, pouring in tons of water to control the historic structure.
A two alarm blaze swept the old State House at Washington and State streets, causing over 25 thousand dollars in damage. Firemen led by Chief Peter Walsh and Boston Protective Company No 1 saved most of the priceless relics dating before the Revolution. A Post staff reporter reports on the dramatic rescue and loss.
Ivy Aldar Gibbs 19 sues Harold W. Gibbs manager of American District Telegraph in Brockton Superior Court claiming she was kept from joining a planned marriage in London and later refused a mock ceremony to accompany her chosen partner to America. The case opened before Judge G. B. Flynn.
For over three hours she confronted attorneys and her husband in a crowded courtroom. She denied the charges, recounting a tale of a stranger abroad who aroused affection in her husband and his relatives whom she said she did not seek.
Reports indicate a massive labor stoppage is set to start in Britain with workers planning a general strike across sectors tomorrow. Union leaders warn of widespread disruption to transport and services while government officials urge calm and negotiations.
London April 13 report says Premier Lloyd George has given Triple Alliance leaders a new opening to renew negotiations in the miners strike and the railway and transport workers general strike in support of it.
In front of about 16 000 fans, the Dodgers rallied from behind to beat the Nationals 5 to 4 at Braves Field. O Neil hit a homer for the Dodgers. The game featured strong early lead by the home nine but a late four run inning swung momentum to Brooklyn.
A large crowd gathered to pay tribute to the team, described as a remarkable turnout. The article notes strong community support and emphasizes the team’s appeal across the hub. Continued on Page 10-1st Column.
Senator Knox introduces a resolution to end the state of war with Germany and Austria. It mirrors the vetoed measure and will be reported by the foreign relations committee before debate after the Colombian treaty. The plan ends war status while preserving rights under Versailles and alien enemy property seizures.
Wakefield police chief declares the mystery woman tied to Patrolman James Arthur Preston's murder is of no real consequence to the State's case against Clarence W. Loud. He asserts the Loud case is unbreakable with abundant evidence and that the woman’s testimony, if she comes forward, may not affect the outcome.
Harvard economist Professor Charles J. Bullock urged a national sales tax in a Boston talk before the Certified Public Accountants of Massachusetts. He admitted initial reluctance but now supports the tax as a revenue source, while the debate also featured backing from Guy W. Cox and opposition from Attorney Samuel Spring.
Traffic order announces a citywide lights requirement with schedule references. The notice lists specific times for sunset and sunrise events and instructs all vehicles to have lights on from 6 55 PM into the night hours.
The 1915 entry notes a German submarine sinking the British steamer Ptarmegan with 11 deaths. It also recalls that one year earlier the British government released Irish hunger strikers on parole.
BELFAST April 13 Eamonn De Valera Dr Moore of Strangford and Patrick Lavery, interned in Ballykinlar, were chosen as Sinn Fein candidates to represent County Down in the Ulster Parliament. The Sinn Fein Nationalist pact yields three nominees per party for eight seats. Nationalists also nominated Joseph Devlin at Belfast.
President and Mrs. Harding agreed to present Mme Marie Curie with radium valued at 100000 dollars purchased by American women for her research. The gift will be given at the White House in May during her visit to the United States.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for Thursday fair and cooler with winds east and southeast. Friday brings rain, with partly cloudy skies and cooler conditions along the east Massachusetts coast. Showers are expected in New York and much of the States east of the Mississippi within 24 to 36 hours, with no major temperature changes anticipated.
Forecast suggests fair conditions turn cooler today with a slight drop in temperatures tonight. Officials advise light clothing and monitoring for chilly pockets as the day progresses.
Negotiations between the United Building Trades Council and the Building Trades Employers Association broke off after three months of effort. The Step Board of Conciliation and Arbitration failed to produce a settlement. Plumbers and plasterers voted against arbitration terms, while brick layers electricians and painters cast doubt on acceptance.
Marlboro reports a fire on Prussia avenue destroying the Nahum Brigham barn built in 1788. Five horses were rescued as the blaze threatened nearby houses. Damage is estimated at 5000 dollars.
Baseball scores show Brooklyn 5 Boston 4 and Cincinnati 5S Pittsburg 3 in the National League. Chicago 5 St Louis 2 and New York 10 Philadelphia 8 also reported. American League includes Boston 6 Washington 3 New York 11 Philadelphia 1 St Louis 4 with Cleveland beating Detroit Chicago rain affecting play.
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