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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1921
Page
9
James W. D. Ingersoll professor of Latin and Roman law at Yale University died at his New Haven home after a long illness He was 55 and a Yale graduate in the class of 19yz.
The Rev. Leo McAvoy officiated a solemn high mass of requiem for Charles H. McElroy, World War veteran who died from a war-related gas injury. Afield escort by George Dilboy Post veterans, the service at St. Clement's Church, West Somerville, was followed by burial at St. Paul's Cemetery, Arlington.
Four 12 inch guns that cost the government 100000 were sold at public auction at Fort Wright on April 19 for 5673. The guns weighed 610 tons and sold for 9.30 a ton. They were part of the coast defences of Long Island Sound.
The Middlesex County Kennel Club held its ninth annual dog show at Cyprus Hall Cambridge with 425 dogs benched. Winners included Champions Nsdowne Prairie Belle owned by R F Maloney and valued at 6000 dollars, plus Newfoundland first prize winner Chieftain owned by Dr M J Fenton of Wellesley who owns six prize-winning Newfoundlands.
In 1920 87,457 women were employed by railroads, down 151 from 1919 and about 10,000 more than in 1918, according to official figures released in Washington on April 19.
Advertisement extols Freezone as painless corn remover. A tiny bottle purchased from a druggist stops all corn pain and allows immediate lifting with fingers. Claims to remove hard corns soft corns and toe caluses without soreness or irritation.
Actress Viola Dana promotes a beauty regimen featuring Liska Cleansing Cream and Derwillo. The ad claims Derwillo replaces powder, lasts until washing, resists perspiration and rubbing, and suits dark skin, freckles, and wrinkles. Money-back guarantee promised at toilet counters nationwide.
The memorial and Lloyd George letter defend maintaining unity and home rule while opposing Sinn Fein secession. He cites parallels with the American Civil War to argue for preserving the Union, condemns crime as a path to peace, and emphasizes Ulster rights and witness intimidation as obstacles to reform.
In Commons Austin Chamberlain defends government action in Ireland saying martial law governs punished districts with fines and police and military heads must enforce stern discipline. He notes some excesses but argues the Sinn Fein terror campaign demands decisive measures to protect law and order.
In the Commons, Chamberlain states strong support for the general policy of the Irish military government and asserts full confidence in the acts of military governors as the government continues its handling of Irish affairs.
Brookline marked Patriots Day with simple exercises at the Edward Devotion House on Harvard Street led by a committee of Co L Chandler Post G A R Brookline Post American Legion and local historical groups. Captain William M Offutt appeared in Dawes costume escorted by the State Guard First Squadron Cavalry as residents gathered with a celebration committee musicians and scouts. A poem by the late Julia Goddard ancestor of Dawes was read and a community meeting followed in the Public Library Hall under the Historical Society’s auspices.
Patrolman Gaffey at East Dedham Street station halted Arthur Loder, a carpenter, after a noise from ripping boards at the old Hotel Woodcock on 1045 Washington Street. Loder was found with coat off, tearing down costly light fixtures and moving mahogany woodwork.
The ad argues new dental laws against a viscous film that clings to teeth and causes tartar and decay. It praises Pepsodent for cleansing film, boosting saliva, and increasing alkalinity to protect teeth, with twice daily use.
A promotional pitch touts a new tube and accompanying book to prove old methods inadequate. It urges readers to mail a coupon for a 10 day supply, promises cleaner, whiter teeth and reduced film, and urges immediate action before more damage occurs.
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