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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1920

Page

10

Thrift Urged to Curb Unrest at Mutual Savings Conference

National gathering of 637 mutual savings banks from 17 states, representing 5.5 billion in deposits, heard leaders urge saving as a remedy for social unrest. Boston figures dominated the event with Governor Coolidge welcoming attendees, and Sam Beach of New York addressing progress and housing concerns while stressing the sector's public role.

New England Boston City Club Coolidge Copley Plaza S. Dav Warfield Baltimore National Association of the Owners of Railroad Securities Irving Fisher Yale Samuel H. Beach The Savings Banks Association of State of New York United States Mr. Beach Beach Mutual Savings Institutions S. H. Beach Savings Bank Associations of New York City George E. Brock Henry Parkman

Savings banks and railroads frame public financial power

The article reports on discussions at a Boston conference where leaders stress practical lessons in finance for youth and warn that mutual savings banks and life insurers own substantial railroad investments. Warfield of Baltimore urges railroad security protection as a key public concern, while Governor Coolidge notes savings foster responsible citizenship and loyalty.

Davies Warfield Baltimore Copley Plaza Warfield Mutual Savings Banks

Marine veteran Moore elected Wolfboro first Selectman

Noyes V. Moore, a World War I Marine Corps veteran, has been elected first Selectman of Wolfboro New Hampshire. He enlisted June 12 1917 and served until August 13 1919 rising to gunnery sergeant. Residents say he may be New England's youngest selectman.

Wolfboro N. H

Hold Diocesan Centre Ball in Boston Hosts 250 Guests

The Diocesan Centre Ball was held last evening at the Hotel Somerset under the Boston committee for the League of Catholic Women. Mrs. Andrew J. Peters and others served as matrons while Miss Julia Prendergast led the event with assistance from the Boston committee raising funds for a club house for the league.

The Somerset Hotel Boston League of Catholic Women Andrew J. Peters John J. Sullivan C. H. Cronin Frederick A. Quinn John Bottomley James H. O’brien Julia Prendergast John A. Sullivan

Judge Thayer Rebukes Jury In Norwood Anarchy Verdict

Judge Webster Thayer rebuked a Norfolk Superior Court jury after they found Segris Zakoff not guilty of advocating anarchy. Officers Swift Barrett and Collins testified Zakoff said the government was no good and a Soviet system should govern the United States. The foreman explained the jurors interpreted advocating as actually engaging in violence.

Webster Thayer Norfolk Superior Court Dedham Segris Zakoff Norwood Harry Swift William Barrett Peter Collins Zakoff Barrett United States Thayer Endant Russia

Senate approves pension increase for Civil War veterans

Washington April 23 The Senate passed a bill boosting Civil War veteran pensions to 50 dollars a month and widows to 30 dollars a month It will also apply to Mexican War veterans and their widows plus War of 1812 widows The measure raises the pension roll by about 65 260 000 and sets a maximum 90 dollars for disabled veterans

Washington Senate

Load of potatoes kills unidentified man near Walpole line

Franklin April 23. A truck load of potatoes toppled, killing an unidentified ex service man. A crumpled American Railway Express receipt figured as the only clue, possibly naming Albert S Irvine or Iovine. medical examiner could not confirm the name. Taffeta frocks have full skirts and tight bodices.

Franklin Walpole- Norfolk American Railway Express Company Richardson Albert S. Irvine Iovine

Hoop Boat Mariners Reach Home Safely

Three boys from Noddle Island navigated a barrel stave canoe to shore after an all night vigil on Governor's Island. Michael Matarzzo led the crew as they endured a perilous voyage and a near sinking, finally reaching Chelsea street homes. Albert Grugone James Stone Jr. and Michael Martarazzo are named.

Governor’s Island Michael Matarzzo Noddle Island Old Island Albert Grugone Chelsea Street James Stone, Jr Michael Martarazzo East Boston Governor's Island

Grip of death in boot heel at Worcester crossing

The body of Philip Nelson of 78 Greenwood Street was found mangled at Perry's Crossing above Millbury Street. The boot heel was caught between the track and platform, and he likely was struck by a freight train while crossing.

Worcester Philip Nelson Greenwood Street Perry’s Crossing Millbury Street

Disappearance of Congressman Phelans Son Arouses Mystery

Washington April 23 A mystery surrounds the disappearance of Louis Phelan 15 son of Congressman Michael F Phelan of Lynn. He vanished after Easter Sunday with his buddy Condon Reynolds Both boys attended Central High School in the city

Washington Louis Phelan Michael F. Phelan Lynn Young Phelan Condon Reynolds The Central High School

Disappearance of the Phelan Boys Sparks Homefront Search

Mrs. Phelan fears for her sons who left for the South to seek oil wealth and promised to contact through local papers. Advertisements pleaded for their return as Congressman Phelan and school officials helped circulate notices at Central High School. Ailing mother and worried family prompted urgent telegrams and prayers for a safe reunion amid lack of police notification.

Phelan Louis Panama

Ramsey Milholland Serial Continues in Boston Post Magazine

The Boston Sunday Post Magazine continues Booth Tarkington's amusing Ramsey Milholland tale in its next installment titled And Ramsey Rambles On. The piece preserves the serialized humor and narrative voice characteristic of Tarkington's popular series.

Ramsey Ramsey Milholland Booth Tarkington Boston Sunday Post

Andover Youth Arraigned in Attempted Assault Case

Wilson Knipe Jr., 22, was arraigned in the local police court on a charge of attempted criminal assault against Lillian Karolyn, a 11?-year-old mill girl. He pleaded not guilty and is held on 600 bond for a May 6 hearing after being identified by the girl.

Andover Colver J. Stone Lillian Karolyn Lawrence Mill August Fredrickson North Main Street Wilson Knipe Walnut Avenue Lawrence O’brien Thewrence General Hospital Olan

Frances Jewett Repertory Theatre Club Election

Frances Jewett Repertory Theatre Club re-elected Mrs. John C. Abbot as president at the annual meeting at Copley Theatre. New officers include Mrs. E. R. Thayer as vice-president and J M O Hewitt as secretary. Members and funds totals noted, with a finale casket scene from The Merchant of Venice.

John C. Abbot Frances Jewett Repertory Theatre Club Copley Theatre E. R. Thayer Edward J. Savage Margaret Stanwood Hope Ladd George J. Wooley Stanwood J. Weston Allen Jewett Company

Do You Weigh As Much As You Ought

The article urges readers to consider weight levels as a factor in health and insurance eligibility. It promotes Father John's Medicine as a pure food tonic that strengthens thin, weak, and run-down individuals and claims it helps gain weight.

Father John

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