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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1920
Page
6
Bowdoin Medical School at Bowdoin College in Brunswick will close after this year unless Class A standards are met. President Kenneth C. M. Sills announced deficits exceed 35 000 dollars and required funding to upgrade labs and hire staff totaling at least 60 000 dollars annually plus 26 000 dollars for equipment.
General Patrick Henry Barry governor of the United States Soldiers Home in Sawtelle California died at his residence on the home grounds today. He was a prominent leader of the Grand Army of the Republic and known for his longtime service.
The Senate will delay most confirmations until Harding takes office except defeated candidates eligible for appointments. Postmasters and army officers await action while lame duck senators may gain posts such as a likely Shipping Board berth for Senator Chamberlain. Immigration hearings start January 3 with the Johnson bill and Gallivan secures $100,000 for convalescent soldiers reading material in government hospitals.
The piece notes Senator Mark Smith of Arizona joining the International Boundary Commission at 10000 dollars a year and Senator Nugent of Idaho joining the Federal Trade Commission at 10000 dollars a year. It mentions the lame duck phenomenon and suggests special provisions will aid members faced with voter rejection.
The Greystone Victory Band of Rhode Island will perform Christmas carols from 7:30 pm followed by national airs and Dr. Grenfell's address. Moving pictures show Labrador conditions, with tenor Charles Hobblewaite and Highland piper ushers. Evening promises high interest.
The Clinton school committee announced a flat $400 raise for 55 elementary and high school teachers and a 10 percent raise for school building janitors. The total increase amounts to $26,300.
Annie Jewasiejcyk six years old, daughter of Mr and Mrs William Jewasiejcyk, was struck by a noon freight train starting from Upper Falls station as she crossed Linden street New ton. Doctors at Newton Hospital report her left leg severely damaged and amputation considered. parents refused. She remains on the dangerous list.
City Treasurer Murray will pay 12 women who served as inspectors during the recent municipal election. Each will receive $11, with salaries planned for every future election. The payment marks the first time these women are compensated for their service in this city.
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