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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1920
Page
7
The labor commission of inquiry into Ireland's reprisals left London for Dublin to spend about a fortnight, with representatives from the Labor parliamentary party and the Labor executive body aboard.
The 301st Field Artillery Association plans a reunion and dance at the Lynn Armory in Lynn on Saturday evening. Proceeds will form a sick and death benefit fund for all members of the regiment. President Elmer F Gowen says the fund will ensure comrades receive proper homage and support when needed.
Lille France November 30 The general strike of clothing buyers in France seriously embarrasses the textile industry causing partial unemployment to about 140000 people. Mills instead of cutting workers run 32 to 36 hours weekly from the usual 48.
R Wilmer Bolling treasurer of the United States Shipping Board and brother in law of President Wilson denied charges he participated in a $25 000 fund alleged to have secured a contract with the shipping board.
Voluntary witness Bolling defends himself before the Walsh congressional committee against Sands charges claiming a $40,000 notes scheme including himself and others. Sands also implicated Lester Sisler and John N. Cranor. Sisler denied the allegations as Bodily copies of charges were reviewed. Bolling says anonymous letters prompted his awareness and DOJ and Shipping Board investigations found no foundation.
The Cork City Hall, already damaged by a prior bomb blast, faced a second failed arson attempt as fires raged across the city. Losses were pegged around 1.5 million pounds with at least five Sinn Fein clubs destroyed in the turmoil.
Widespread unrest hits Cork as three army officers abducted near Waterfall reportedly found dead. Fire crews face gunfire while flames at the Thomas Ashe Linn Fein Club push soldiers to shielded quarters. Panic declines daylight activity, with many residents leaving town and doctors noting rising insanity, heart disease, and goitre among the population.
The Mayor's housing committee, overwhelmed by work, reports landlords plan evictions to push rents higher. In 1429 disputes this month, most involve rent hikes and eviction orders. Since April the panel has averaged 635 cases monthly, with tenants often facing orders to vacate.
Mrs. Caroline J. Cahn of Dorchester visited the committee office to ask if a buyer offering $1000 above value could raise rents after taking the property. Chairman Bilis said the new owner could not charge higher rents since a 25 percent increase had already occurred. The buyer reportedly canceled the deal. Mrs. Cahn expressed satisfaction.
The Supreme Judicial Court dismisses Ed ward E Graves of Medford from habeas corpus. He must face an indictment in Chicago charging conspiracy to dynamite buildings during a 1920 strike. Governor Coolidge issued an executive warrant under Illinois requisition. bail granted pending full court review.
Our store credits its success to aligning coat styles with Boston women’s preferences and delivering real value. We sold hundreds of Filene Bolivia coats at 55 and 65 dollars, produced under our direct supervision ensuring workmanship fit style and hand finishing.
The United States Mail Steamship Company announces a Boston to Queenstown Cherbourg and Bremer service with offices at 99 State Street led by Charles Kaufman as New England passenger agent. Sailings may begin soon with weekly hopes, using the George Washington and other liners.
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