23 Aug 1922
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1922
Page
1
A prominent national figure was murdered on a Tuesday afternoon during a tour near Bandon in Cork while inspecting troop work. The assassination is described as a terrible blow to Ireland coming soon after Griffith's death, and the victim is hailed as one of the world's great figures who gave his life for his country.
Mrs. Alice Frances Whitcomb of 88 Hancock Street Cambridge won a Ford touring car in the Post's great contest. Her 2 Ford a Day story supplied material for the leading news story in yesterday morning's issue marking a notable journalism prize.
A vivid portrait of Michael Collins, famed Irish leader, killed by unknown assailants in Dublin. The account recalls his courage and charm, his role in the fight for liberty, and the shock of his death amid Irish political strife. The piece notes warnings he ignored and the nation’s grief as it contemplates the loss.
Michael Collins commander of the Irish Free State army was ambushed and killed at Bandon County Cork during a tour. Earlier an attempted assassination occurred near Stillorgan Dublin when his car was shot at but he departed unharmed. General orders urged calm and discipline amid the tragedy.
Tuesday’s Post pro claims a felon may be released, with continuation noted on Page S Tifih Col.
Walter Hagen beats Abe Mitchell two up after 36 holes at Rye New York. In Chestnut Hill Tilder and Richards Patterson and O'Hara Wood Williams and Washburn and Kinsey brothers advance in National doubles with all matches surviving to finish.
New Bedford August 22 A A Engdahl of Brockton was rescued by the steamer Uncatena in Buzzards Bay after clinging to his capsized skiff for an hour as waves washed over him. He was vacationing at Sconticut Neck and was returning from a fishing trip when a wave toppled his boat.
Luther R. Hanson, the sole individual deemed able to unlock the old safe of the Eastern Body and Accessory Co. in Brighton, is in state custody, ending any immediate hopes of opening the container. The situation leaves the safe sealed and officials uncertain about access for the time being.
In the American League results, St Louis defeated Boston 9 to 4, Detroit beat Philadelphia 6 to 4 in the first game, Detroit won 17 to 3 in the second, Cleveland defeated New York 6 to 2, and Chicago won 23 to 4 over Washington in the first game while Chicago and Washington tied 3 to 3 in the second.
United News reports the huge seaplane Sampaio Correia en route to Brazil’s centennial collapsed in the sea between Haiti and Cuba. Lieut Hinton and the crew were rescued by the U S S Denver at 7 p m in latitude 12 0 north longitude 74 38 west, with the navy notified at 9 p m.
Forecasters expect good weather today with slightly warmer temperatures tonight. The outlook suggests mild conditions and light winds suitable for outdoor activities.
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