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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1920

Page

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Logan Named Brigadier General to Lead New England Guard

Colonel Edward L. Logan was appointed brigadier general by Governor Coolidge to command the List Depot Brigade, forming part of the reorganized State National Guard as the 26th Division of New England. Officials say he will remain to oversee the guard’s reorganization to peace-time strength, about 12,000.

Edward L. Logan Coollidge List Reorganized State National Guard 26Th Division New England Logan National Guard 101St 204Th Infantry Stevens 101St Infantry Foley

Strike May Cripple New Bedford Mills

In New Bedford on April 28 the Textile Trades Council voted to strike on Monday unless loom-fixers' working roles are removed from mill bulletin boards. Up to 20,130 workers could be affected with $367,000 in weekly wages. 18 cotton mills are involved. A strike would idle 50,317 looms and 1,926,062 spindles.

New Bedford Textile Trades Council

Republican Ways and Means Panel Backs Soldier Relief Plan

Republican members of the House Ways and Means Committee moved toward including a soldier relief provision in their bonus plan. The Associated Press report notes the panel’s virtual decision as part of broader legislation on veterans and beneficiaries.

Washington Associated Press House Ways and Means Committee

House Passes 2.75 Percent Beer Bill

The House backed a bill to permit manufacture and sale of beers and light wines containing up to 2.75 percent alcohol. By 145 to 8 the measure moved to a third reading and then to engrossment under suspension of the rules after nearly three hours of debate. Opponents said the bill pleases brewers and distillers and would be useless without Supreme Court action invalidating the Volstead act.

A Seeommtr House Pepreiver Apate United States Supreme Court

Otterson Seeks Continued Love Across Concord Event

Concord scene unfolds with Howard Otterson continuing his lifelong pledge amid April events. The narrative hints at enduring affection and local sentiment during the period.

Concord N. H Howard Otterson

Describes a gas stove with five burners and folding broiler

The speaker highlights a gas stove on a coal range, noting its convenience and features. It has five burners on top, a roomy oven with a rack, and a folding broiler below the oven, suitable for use separately or together.

Trial reveals damning testimony in Otterson murder case

The defendant Marioi Loynes Otterson faced a pivotal trial moment when her husband’s heartful recollection from five years ago was cited as key evidence. The witness, called by the defense, testified under oath about the alleged innocence of Maurice S. Otterson’s killer, claiming details that challenged earlier assumptions.

Marioi Loynes Otterson Maurice S. Otterson New Hampshire

Baseball results from yesterday’s games and weather

The National League game Pittsburgh defeated by one run. American League scores Boston 7 Philadelphia 7. St Louis 6 Detroit 0. Cleveland 5 Chicago 4. New York Washington weather noted with yesterday’s high temperature. Reported temperatures show average 44 degrees yesterday, 54 a year ago.

Pittsburg Boston Philadelphia St. Louis Detroit Cleveland Chicago New York-Washington Tempeerature

Socialist Leader Denied U S Passport for Lecture Tour

Jean Longuet French Socialist leader and Marx grandson is barred by the State Department from entering the United States for a lecture tour over lack of meritorious necessity. Socialists protest the decision, noting the absence of a clear reason.

Washington Jean Longuet Karl Marx State Department

Williams Dies in Fire After GE West Everett Plant Explosion

William T. Williams, a Stoneham war veteran, was burned to death in an explosion at General Electric's West Everett plant. The incident prompted an inquiry into the blast and safety measures at the facility.

William T. Williams Stoneham West Everett General Electric Company

Weather outlook mentions warmish day with strong westerly winds

The forecast suggests a fair to warm day and tonight with elevated temperatures. Strong westerly winds are expected, increasing through the period and possibly affecting outdoor plans.

Boston and Vicinity

Explosions Destroy Acetylene Gas Plant Affects Stoneham Workers

A massive blast at the West acetylene gas building sent workers fleeing in panic as flames engulfed the facility. William T. Williams of Stoneham died trying to save a comrade. a dozen others were injured, three seriously, with about 700 workers and employees fleeing the scene.

General Hectric West Everett William T. Williams Stoneham

Dunkirk Bombing Deaths and 1862 Leather Sewing Patent

German bombardment of Dunkirk kills 19 in 1915 as headlines note other anniversaries. A patent for a leather shoe sewing machine is dated to Gordon McKay in 1862. Births include clergyman and educator William Harris born 1765. Martial law in Linton, Indiana follows a telephone strike while Secretary Daniels visits Edinburgh.

Dunkirk Gordon Mckay William Harris U. S Lodge Italy Linton Ind Daniels Edinburgh

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