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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1920

Page

4

Woman Sues Estate Over Care for Father-in-Law

Mrs. Annette M. Alles of Watertown sues the estate of John Alles of Littleton in Suffolk Superior Court for 40000 dollars for nursing and care provided during five years of his illness. She claims she accompanied him to Cuba and Southern resorts and relied on his promise of pay, which was not fulfilled nor provision made in his will.

Annette M. Alles Watertown Suffolk Superior Court John Alles Littleton Walter I. Badger Harvey W. Lincoln Alles

Judge Morris Delays Rent Cases Amid Heat Wave

In New York a Second Municipal Court session disposed of 850 landlord tenant cases while hundreds more were postponed to October due to extreme heat. Mothers seeking rent relief crowded the courtroom as Justice Morris promised fall hearings, sparking tension with landlords and a lawyer threatening mandamus actions. The judge warned against evictions in summer or winter, insisting on protecting renters' interests.

New York Justice Morris Second Municipal Court Morris

Harding says breaking solid South could start new era

In Marion on August 9 Senator Harding sent a telegram to Texas Republicans saying breaking the Democratic solid South would herald a new era in American politics. The message, read at the Dallas Republican State convention, followed a day of correspondence and meetings with James B. Reynolds and James Weldon Johnson. Tomorrow Harding plans talks with Will Hays and Harry Daugherty about campaign topics and possible away from Marion appearances. Nine narrow gates described as a cape detail concludes the report.

Marion Texas Harding F. B. Scoby Dallas James B. Reynolds Republican National Committee James Weldon Johnson New York National Association For the Advancement of Colored People Will H. Hays Harry Daugherty

Diamond Dyes Packaging Guidance for Even Color

A consumer note urges buyers to insist on Diamond Dyes for true color. It cautions against streaks or running dye and recommends checking the package for the Diamond Dyes branding and directions.

Feathers to Feature Trimmings for Hats

Fall millinery brims with ostrich plumes and varied feathers. Styles range from bold pink felt poked hats to white uncurled ostrich plumes cascading over brims. In politics, Logan L. McLean named campaign manager for Senator John J. Walsh’s bid for governor.

Walsh Logan L. McLean City of Boston Sinking Fund Commission John J. Walsh

News Seller Jerry De Cisto Eyes English High School

Jerry De Cisto, in seventh grade at Elliot School, runs a daily news stand in front of South station. He hopes to enter English High School after completing grammar school and lives at 6 Revere Street, West End.

Jerry de Cisto Elliot School Revere Street West End

Policeman Fought Cow in Hyde Park Patch

Patrolman Britt confronted a rogue Holstein that wandered into a Hyde Park garden patch. The cow charged him, tossing him onto corn and turf, leaving him bruised and his trousers damaged. He limped home to recover and vows to pursue the animal again.

Hyde Park Garden Britt Hyde Park Square Blackman’s Steve Bluecoat

Seraphic Institute to Open at Centre Street

An elaborate programme has been arranged by the Third Order of St. Francis for the formal opening of the Seraphic Institute Inc at 821 Centre street. The event starts Saturday at 10 a m and ends at 9 p m with further sessions Sunday from 2 to 6 p m.

Third Order of St. Francis Seraphic Institute, Inc Centre Street

Reedbird the Bobolink Portrait and Seasonal Changes

The article describes male and female Reedbirds or Bobolinks with plumage details including black, white, yellow, and olive-buff patterns. It notes winter forms, range across New England to Utah and Alaska, and South American wintering. It tells of Sir Robert of Lincoln and the bird’s moult cycles and distinctive song.

New England Utah Allegheny Sir Robert Lincoln Bobolink Robert

Asthma cure claim by Kansas chemist promotes free trial bottle

An advertisement by D Lane of St Marys Kansas claims a simple home remedy cures asthma. Lane offers a free $1.25 bottle for trial with no payment required until the user reports effects within ten days.

D. Lane Lane Bldg St. Marys Kansas Lane

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