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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1922
Page
8
Allied ministers expressed profound astonishment and resentment over the pact. A committee of experts will review the treaty tomorrow to determine if it conflicts with the Cannes resolutions or the Versailles treaty.
Allied leaders confront Genoa agenda as Russia and Germany sign a Russo German treaty. Lloyd George and Barthou condemn the move as disloyal, sparking a clash over reparations and new economic pacts while officials seek fresh instructions and potential changes to the conference program.
A dramatic push by Martin M. Lomasney and action by the district attorneys highlighted the House debate as lawmakers sought a Supreme Court opinion on the constitutionality of the measure.
Representative John C. Hull of Leominster champions the bill as Michael F. Ghaw of Revere opposes, aiming to reject the committee report. Observers see the clash as a blow to former District Attorney Pelletier with potential disbarment ahead.
The Judiciary Committee reached no decision yesterday on a bill to impose jury duty on women. The Senate adjourned for the holiday, so no further committee meeting will be held until Thursday. The panel was closely divided between sending the jury bill forward and proposing an investigation of the courthouse facilities.
Receipts to date for the Russian Famine Fund were reported last night totaling $25,011.17. The fund is administered by the American Friends Committee with Dr. Charles W. Eliot as honorary chairman, Dr. Richard Cabot as chairman, Dr. Henry L. Bowditch as secretary, and Charles Jackson as treasurer.
Condit's summer ballroom at Revere Beach opens for Patriots Day with continuous music from two orchestras from 2 PM to midnight. After the holiday dancing will run on Tuesday Friday and Saturday evenings.
Massachusetts officials report that women fail driving tests no more often than men and that experienced women drivers are usually more skilled. Chief statistician Chauncy Hubbell notes 60,000 applicants surveyed and that last year 94,000 would be operators with about 15,000 licensed. women pass as regularly as men.
Reports from Washington say Texas bootleggers train burros to stampede at the approach of strangers or enforcement officers. The animals are fed sugar and a sugar substitute to cause stomach pains, prompting wild runs and preventing capture. The method aims to alert associates to approaching dry law agents.
President Samuel Gompers told a Wells Memorial Building crowd that the tide of low mood has shifted in favor of labor. He warned open shops and wage cuts harm recovery, urging delegates to carry the message to unions and boost prosperity amid wartime and postwar tensions.
Samuel Gompers outlined a remedy for unemployment and voiced opposition to a labor political party and the Volstead Act. He favored light wines and beer, noted labor’s support for the soldiers bonus bill and Ohio State Compensation laws, and urged support for New England textile workers amid their struggle. He explained choosing conferences over mass meetings for the address.
Dublin April 17 United News reports strong anger over the attempted assassination of Michael Collins head of the Provisional Government. Free State forces seem strengthened by the attack as many accuse Republicans of overstepping by trying to harm a popular Irish leader.
Collins, unharmed after a narrow escape, resumes duties at Free State headquarters and says assassins aimed at him three to four times, suspecting kidnapping rather than killing. Art O Connor denies any assassination attempt. Griffith’s rally at Sligo boosts Free State resolve as Republican halls are secured and Republicans retreat from interfering.
In Dublin on April 17 Mr. Collins recounts being ambushed near Vaughn's hotel. He says shots rang out as he and two friends were surrounded, he fired with a pistol, and seized a man whose revolver was found with a bomb later discovered in Mount Joy jail.
Lieutenant Governor Edward P. Barry declares a tentative bid for governor from the Eastern Radio Institute on Boylston Street. He denounces professional politicians and says the office should be held by those trusted to govern, not tied to interests.
Miss Elma Karlson a Lynn cook testified that Robert Seadale a widower formerly of Dorchester and Cambridge then Bridgeport Conn deceived her for two years. She lent him 350 dollars claiming his daughter was ill. The tale proved false and Seadale was sentenced to one year in the House of Correction on larceny charges. He appealed and bonds of 1000 dollars were requested.
The Senate appropriations committee boosted the State and Justice departments with extra funding for next year. They added about 2.2 million to the existing 26 million appropriation, plus 100 thousand for foreign missions contingency, 100 thousand for consular costs, and 150 thousand to remodel and furnish the London embassy, formerly the J Pierpont Morgan residence.
An advertisement claims Mentho Sul Baur cures breaking out and irritation. A noted skin specialist praises its germ destroying properties and says the sulphur preparation heals eczema, relieves itching and burning, and leaves skin clear. A small jar is available at drug stores for use like cold cream.
Charles A. Merrill, Globe special correspondent in Ireland, was principal speaker at the Charitable Irish Society monthly meeting at the City Club. He shared facts from his two months in Ireland and memories of meetings with Michael Collins, Griffith, and other leaders of the new Republic.
George and Moritz Rosenthal of Somerville petition East Cambridge Probate Court to change their surname to Rose citing business and private interests. The filing notes the request aims to simplify their name for professional use.
An old time hair remedy claims Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound darkens gray hair naturally and evenly. A downtown druggist says the product is widely used and easy to apply with a comb or brush for glossy, restored color after one or two uses.
Advertises Mulsified cocoanut oil shampoo as the best steady use option. Claims ordinary soaps dry scalp and brittle hair, while the shampoo cleanses thoroughly with a rich lather and leaves hair soft, silky, and easy to manage. Promotes affordability and availability at pharmacies and urges correct spelling from the druggist.
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