03 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1922
Page
1
Boston records reveal George R. White, Boston's largest taxpayer, died recently leaving an estate over 8 million dollars. His will publicized today establishes the George Robert White Fund a permanent charitable trust to benefit the city of Boston with a 7 million dollar endowment.
Cardinal OConnell of Boston plans to reach Rome before the conclave closes. He travels aboard the Presidente Wilson, with Gibraltar and Algiers skipped to expedite his arrival, as four ballots are expected in the papal election.
Metropolitan Police officer Mary Sugrue of Basin Station chased suspect Manuel Souza for a mile after he fled onto a moving truck toward Cambridge. She commandeered a passing car, pursued into Cambridge, and captured him in Commercial avenue before turning him over to Cambridge police. Souza, of 20 Mare dock street Cambridge, faced a serious charge.
A film industry figure was shot dead prompting a police hunt as investigators pursue leads including a prior warning from Mabel Normand. The case unfolds amid rumors of a former secretary entangled in the investigation.
Police investigate the death of William Desmond Taylor, a famed motion picture director, found shot near his home after he escorted actress Mabel Normand to her car. The incident sparks jealousy rumors and questions about a possible engagement.
In Dublin on February 2, Sir James Craig and Michael Collins may resume talks after a conference failed to settle the boundary issue. No release or countermand of Londonderry prisoners is indicated. Collins adheres to treaty clauses shifting Tyrone Fermanagh and parts of Armagh Derry and Down to the Southern parliament.
In a humorous old Boston piece a human semaphore in a blue coat dismisses four drivers driving abreast. The quip centers on valuing professional chauffeurs or taxi pilots. A Jay Driver appears as a jokey label for a reckless or improper driver in the era’s street slang.
The bustling entry into the city experienced heavy vehicle movement as motorists navigated the outer approach. Reports indicate ongoing congestion and delays extending toward Page S Fifth Column.
In Gates Pennsylvania early today the H. C. Frick Coal and Coke Company reports 25 miners dead in an underground blast. Thirty workers were in the section. four escaped as rescue teams raced to the scene. The death toll may rise to 26 as officials assess the site.
About 50,000 operatives in Maine New Hampshire and Massachusetts were told their wages would be cut by 20 percent effective Monday Feb 13. Some plants especially in New Hampshire also notified workers that hours would rise from 48 to 54 per week.
Textile observers say major cotton goods hubs at Fall River New Bedford and Lawrence remained unaffected yesterday but mill owners in these cities are expected to join the broader move in the cotton industry soon.
Fred J. Burrell former State Treasurer denies owing the Cosmopolitan Trust Company as Bank Commissioner Joseph Allen seeks 100000 in Suffolk Superior Court. Writs for 1500000 against Max Mitchell and 100000 against Burrell are returnable March 6.
Ottawa reports the new Canadian Parliament was summoned tonight to convene on Wednesday, March 8, signaling the start of its in force proceedings.
Fred Coburn reports from Colebrook New Hampshire on the dog race where Jean Lebel and his Bersimis huskies posted the best time on the first 52 mile lap. Arthur Walden from Wonalancet New Hampshire trails by seven minutes but leads in points as experts forecast Walden to surge tomorrow. The town remains in slush as the race continues.
The record notes major WWI events from 1915 to 1917 including Allied naval actions at the Dardanelles, German-U.S. relations severed by President Wilson, and the sinking of the Housatonic near the Scilly Islands. Also mentions Irish violence and a fire at Parliament.
A weather summary reports fair to cold conditions for Boston and vicinity with fresh to strong westerly winds. Northern New England expected cloudy and colder Friday and Saturday, while Southern New England remains fair and colder. A recent storm moved from Easter Minnesota toward Maine bringing rain and snow across regions, with high pressure west of the Rockies and near Bermuda.
A garbled weather note claims the farmer predicts good weather today with uncertain words about seeking sun and gentle conditions. The readable bits hint at a rustic forecast typical of columners of rural life.
A fragmented notice lists temperatures with multiple garbled entries. It mentions Thompson's spa as a recording site and notes highs and lows around the 30s to mid 50s, with average figures and unclear dates. The data appears inconsistent and partially unreadable.
The report notes tributes from Mayor Peters to his successor James Curley amid a Boston ceremony. A $2470 check is presented to aid soldiers and the needy, pledged by 1100 representatives and citizens in support of Curley’s leadership.
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