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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1919
Page
7
Council members bluntly attack the Real Estate Exchange after Frederick O. Woodruff accuses city departments of inefficiency. Hagan Watson and Sullivan challenge figures while Lawler defends the printing department’s staffing and business approach.
Public Works Commissioner Sullivan and Superintendent Lawler join Council in criticizing a statement by Mr Woodruff. After Moriarty’s attack an order by Hagan to summon Woodruff to explain its origins passed, while Moriarty’s substitute to have Peters probe was tabled.
Harry Glunts of 311 Blue Hill Avenue denies any tie to the Red Y P S L or any Socialist group. He says he never joined such movements, once donated 25 cents to the Y P S L believing it was a social youth group, and notes his American Legion Hammond Post Dorchester membership. Glunts, manager for E M Bryant & Co of Manchester New Hampshire, served in World War I with Headquarters Company 58th Ammunition Train C A.
Dr James J Walsh of New York argued at a City Club forum that aliens should not have freedom of speech in the United States, insisting that only citizens deserve such rights and that non citizens should be denied this liberty.
Dr Walsh argues for firm handling of non citizens and warns against excesses while supporting state measures. He urges accountability for labor and criticizes industrial autocracy as the era wanes.Franklin D Olier, national commander of the American Legion, declares no unit may take the law into its own hands and urges full cooperation with civilian authorities to maintain law and order.
After a lengthy executive committee session with Mayor Peters and Finance Commission Chairman Flynn present, the council voted five to four to approve a 15 percent rent increase for Faneuil Hall and Quincy markets. A real estate panel urged 12 to 3 percent figures, while a compromise of 10 percent was proposed by Councilman Hagan but rejected.
The Harvard Endowment Fund stood about 73 percent subscribed with a $60,000 week gain. Local donors included Mrs. Henry L. Higginson and Henry L. Higginson II, whose gifts were combined. Boston contributions totaled 4,443,173 dollars, New York 5,855,506 dollars, and outside subscriptions 2,812,402 dollars.
An old advertisement promotes LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE Tablets as a preventive for colds or influenza. It instructs buyers to look for E. W. Grove's signature on the box and notes a price of 80 cents.
Hannah Connors of 115 West Street died December 22 aged 44. Funeral from the family residence on Wednesday December 24 at 9 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception Church at 9:45 a.m. Relatives and friends invited. Automobile cortege.
An explosion in the basement of 35 Hartford Street started a fire that swept two floors, triggering two alarms. The blaze spread to 37 Hartford Street where Huey Brothers Heating Co. suffered heavy losses. Total damage estimated at 15000 dollars.
A Rome dispatch reports Italian poet Gabriele D Annunzio has given up command at Fiume and is said to be on the high seas.
The grand jury finished its six month term with no indictment from its radical probe but will hand the matter to the next grand jury for further work. The American Legion plans a drastic campaign against all Reds and will organize at the State House to form a statewide vigilance committee.
A gun guarded meeting of the Boston Iron Workers union took place at 986 Harrison avenue amid threats and a heavy police presence. Officials including Myron W Richardson and Judge Michael H Sullivan attended as factions debated leadership and possible violence.
Four color rainbow scarfs make a welcome return in a seasonal display. The textiles showcase vibrant bands of red orange yellow green and blue appealing to shoppers seeking bright accessories.
The Supreme Court recessed to Jan 5 without ruling on the constitutionality of Volstead Act sections affecting beer. It ordered the government to show cause on Jan 6 why Rhode Island and New Jersey liquor dealers should not pursue proceedings to test the nationwide prohibition amendment. Applications to contest the amendment and seek injunctions were filed, arguing conflicts with state police powers and federal Constitution. the court acted to expedite matters as the amendment takes effect Jan 16.
The Boston campaign extends the Christmas seal sale for another day to Sunday afternoon. Secretary Seymour H. Stone urged use of seals on New Year packages and greetings, saying every seal aids the tuberculosis fight. Seals sold briskly at the central post office sub stations and at the Boston Public Library booth where Miss Muriel Ames sold 6000 seals quickly.
The Colonial Theatre hosts a naming bee for Marguerite Zender, the lead in Victor Herbert’s comedy. Producers and the young star seek a fitting nom de theatre with Angela Moxie Betty Angel Angela Dare and Betty Alden among the favored choices. The contest continues tonight and tomorrow with final elimination Wednesday to pick the stage name.
Police seek identification of a man found dead in a doorway at 4 Carver Street yesterday afternoon. Death attributed to drinking wood alcohol. Described as about 35 years old, 5 feet 10 inches, auburn hair, light blue eyes, smooth face, medium complexion. Dressed in blue trousers and overalls, black shirt, gray woolen undershirt, light cap, light gray striped coat.
One hundred fifty children from South End Music School Settlement attended the annual holiday party on the school lawn at 32 Rutland Street. Mrs Eben Jordan, on the advisory board, hosted the event featuring a lit spruce tree and outdoor carol singing before refreshments inside.
An advertisement urges parents to monitor children for signs of poor health and blood deficiency. It promotes Gude's Pepto Mangan as a safe, tasty remedy to restore rich blood and vitality, available in tablet and liquid forms, with emphasis on the genuine "Gude's" label.
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