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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1919
Page
8
Boston readies for a parade honoring the Yankee Division with a large turnout of friends and attendees expected tomorrow afternoon. The Weather Bureau predicts sunshine or rain as the procession proceeds to pay homage and tribute to the division on its final passage.
The report describes the largest assembly ever seen in Boston and New England, highlighting the scale and impact of the crowd in the city.
Boston readies for the 26th Division parade with special trains and housing for thousands of visitors. Firemen guard stands and police coordinate ambulances while grandstands host 250 000 to 300 000 viewers.
Colonel William J. Keville commanding officer of the 101st Ammunition Train arrived aboard the U S S New Jersey and reserved two parade tickets for each unit boy unable to apply. He prepared a list of recipients and directed that tickets may be collected in Room 530 Little Building after calling.
Boston Elevated trustees project a five year need of 19.5 million dollars for cars power track work shops and miscellaneous costs. They urge quick funding of at least 5 million with stock or bonds if allowed, while government purchase of the Cambridge subway is discussed to cut future costs. Public operation has run a 4 million dollar deficit to taxpayers, growing by 225 thousand monthly.
Mr. Barnum points out that although the public control act authorizes certain actions, gaps remain in oversight and enforcement. He urges clearer standards and stronger mechanisms to prevent abuse and protect taxpayers.
Portland Me April 23 Mechanic Falls reported it had completed its quota tonight making nine Maine towns to have done so This is the largest town to have gone over the top so far.
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