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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1920
Page
9
Dorothy Dalton promotes Derwille a toilet preparation claiming it gives a rosy white complexion and smooth skin after one application. She notes it is harmless easy to apply and delivers instant beauty. Miss Alton’s story on achieving beauty will appear soon.
Senator John J. Walsh addressing about 200 in Pemberton Square denounced the nomination of Calvin Coolidge for vice president on a law and order line as foul insults. He urged a protest against slanderous tactics and defended the Walsh anti profiteering bill granting the Attorney General powers to prosecute price gouging. noting rent as a necessity per Supreme Court.
The Eastern Massachusetts line will discontinue Boston cars on and after Monday September 6. The move will lay off a score or more employees and add 15 more one man cars to the sidelines.
Washington Aug 25 There is a wide difference of opinion among Republican leaders over Senator Harding on the League of Nations issue. Letters from various sections of the country protest what they describe as a surrender to the irreconcilable element in the Senate.
A growing view claims the Republican candidate may adopt Johnson Borah and Brandegee positions on the treaty, risking loss of independents to Cox. Canvasses show equal support for Wilson’s treaty and Lodge reservations, with isolationists a minority. Mrs. Nicholas Longworth supports the campaign, while charges about foreign influence and fundraising face Senate scrutiny.
An advertisement touts liquid argon as the only sure method to dissolve and destroy dandruff. It claims nightly scalp application of four ounces moistened with argon will remove all signs of dandruff by morning and stop itching, leaving hair fluffy glossy and soft. It notes argon is available at drug stores and inexpensive.
Beaut if ully Curly Wavy Hair In Three Hours claims liquid silmerine gives natural curls and waves in three hours, keeps hair soft and glossy, resists heat wind and dampness, and avoids heat damage from curling irons. Drugstore purchase recommended with simple directions.
In a legal note the text argues that Baltimore police lack jurisdiction in the matter and predicts a possible test case challenging the enforceability of the Volstead Act nationwide without local police cooperation. It cites Maryland violations and contrasts enforcement with Washington, also noting federal employees asserting political participation despite Civil Service warnings.
Internal revenue agents from Collector Mitchells office plan a tax drive at summer resort and amusement places before season end. They say permanent business men file correctly but itinerant tradesmen often neglect returns, so deputies will personally assist transients to ensure compliance.
Robert W. Shepard aged 19 of Revere was held in 60 dollars bond for the Grand Jury by Judge Riley in Malden court yesterday on a charge of highway robbery. He was accused by Mrs Adele Sheebaum of Malden of stealing her handbag on the street about three weeks ago.
Police pursue a band using a fast motorboat after a daylight $6000 jewel robbery at Gerald A Bramwell’s Beverly Farms home. A strange man observed near the shrubbery later headed for the waterfront as Beverly police and State police investigate. Jewelry stolen includes two bracelets one diamond four onyx pieces and several diamond rings.
A United States District Judge appointed a receiver for Bethlehem Motors Corporation with plants in Allentown and Pottstown. The firm reported assets of 4.9 million and liabilities of 3 million, with about 1.7 million owed to banks including New York Boston and Chicago institutions, of which 1.3 million is largely unsecured. Merchandise creditors claim 600 thousand.
Federal Judge Mayer appointed Henry F. Wolff receiver for Rudinger Berkman and Levy Company Inc with bonds of 10000. The tobacco and cigar store chain faces an equity suit by New Jersey Tobacco Company seeking 3087 for merchandise. assets valued at 400000 with subsdiaries around 300000. The Post raises price to three cents starting Aug 30, part of a local trend.
Claim that Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound darkens gray hair naturally and evenly after one or two applications. Advertises widespread sales by a druggist, promising luxuriant dark hair and a youthful appearance, targeting gray or faded hair.
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