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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1920
Page
2
Police investigated a death threat received by Mayor Peters. The note dated Aug 4 demanded $100 in a sealed envelope to Box 274 Boston and warned of death on Aug 8, signed The Death Boy. The mayor called it likely a crank and ordered police action as needed.
In Chicopee a new pest, a carbolic acid thrower, damages clothing by splashing acid. A woman earlier complained of ruined clothes, and Zinn Kaltser reported 150 worth of garments ruined. Police seek the suspect, believed mentally unbalanced, fearing future attacks on people.
Market watchers report potato prices sliding for ten days due to a large early crop. Pecks vary by 20 cents with 65 to 85 cents quoted. average around 75 cents. Beef and pork prices rise for consumers next week while other meat cuts show mixed movement. Fruits and vegetables display abundant supply with apples, grapes, berries, and melons priced across a wide range.
Thomas J. Brennan, 24, of 77 Bickford Street Roxbury, drank and used poison gas at home after marital troubles. His wife Mary identified the gas odor, unlocked the bedroom door, and revived him with first aid before police arrived. Brennan had faced earlier drunkenness and assault charges. the assault case was pending.
Bernard L. Donovan of 42 Marcella Street Roxbury son of longtime Democratic ward leader Patrick F. Donovan seeks one of two Democratic seats in the House of Representatives He has notable support from business and social organizations and was last season a leading outfielder in the K of C league with the Jamaica Council
Advertisement promotes Horsford's Acid Phosphate as a fine tasting nerve tonic to overcome exhaustion and restore nerve strength.
Indignant Newton residents halted removal of an ornamental fountain in a sightly city section. Workmen withdrew after a City Hall order to leave it alone for a time. The three decked iron decoration has sparked weeks of heated controversy among nearby residents.
Patrolman Harvey W. Yates of the Roxbury Crossing station was held in 2000 bail for the grand jury by Chief Justice Bolster after waiving examinations on a serious charge brought by Victoria Doughlas of Yarmouth Street. Secrecy surrounded the warrant application, with Captain Gallivan and several businessmen present. Yates, represented by Justice Bolster Ma counsel, waived examination and was released on bail.
In the House of Commons today Lloyd George said Archbishop Mannix would not be allowed to land in Ireland upon arrival. The government would take steps to enforce the decision as needed.
James Blaine Jr of Providence R I, grandson of the 1884 Republican nominee, was appointed Eastern treasurer of the Republican national committee. He will immediately assume charge of the New York office handling the financial part of the Harding and Coolidge campaign.
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