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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1920
Page
8
Bolshevik interests press for Soviet Russia recognition in Copenhagen with backing from commercial sectors, according to Berlingske Tidende.
A nostalgic advertisement promises instant relief from head colds and catarrh by applying Ely's Cream Balm in the nostrils. The fragrance antiseptic cream allegedly soothes inflamed mucous membranes, opens blocked nostrils, and ends headaches and breathing struggles.
Captain Collings sailed the seas for years before a double rupture left him bedridden. After doctors and trusses failed he faced a dangerous operation or death. He chose to cure himself instead and recovered.
A pamphlet claims Captain Collings found a quick method to cure ruptures and offers a free book and medicine mailed to any rupture sufferer who fills out a coupon. It urges immediate action and home self-treatment.
In Skowhegan Maine the Burke defense opened with attorney Thomas Leigh attacking Dr George Burgess Magraths testimony as an imposture. Handwriting expert H E Hamilton testified Burke is illiterate and that Bartleys signatures are genuine. he described tests on the Burkes writing and suggested the forged signatures were by Bartley.
Wendell Phillips Thore accused Allen Mc Curdy secretary of the committee of directing the new party’s policies during the closing session in Lorimer Hall. Massachusetts organization completed at the New England convention with a temporary executive committee named and Boston residents listed for leadership. The group set headquarters at 53 State street and planned tonight’s first meeting.
Washington February 24 President Wilson to announce within 24 hours his pick for secretary of state Frank L Polk has been acting secretary since Lansing resignation ten days ago Polk is repeatedly named as top candidate and Newton Baker from the War Department is also discussed as a possible choice inclusion of outside picks noted as possible options.
Federal fair price list will include whiskey for medicinal use along with butter eggs flour and other essentials. Harry Mager announces after a conference with District Attorney Clyne prohibition commissioner Hubert Howard and Illinois Fair Price chief A A Sprague. Clyne notes druggists charging up to 24 a gallon while the price could be 5.
The Massachusetts appeal contends the 18th amendment grants only concurrent power to Congress and states to enforce prohibition. Counsel argues the framing implies congressional supremacy, accusing framers of duplicity and political trickery. A motion may push the case forward, potentially delaying ruling for over a year.
Dr. Robert Moton, head of the Tuskegee Institute, told a Unity Hall audience last night that Hampton and Tuskegee Institutes promote white and black understanding. He praised these schools for advancing reconciliation and critiqued lynching as a baseless practice.
Boston owned dogs dominated the Eastern Dog Club all breed show in Mechanics Building. Winners include Mrs. W N Gilbert Clark with bulldog Censor and Mrs. Watson Coleman with French bulldog Gamins Boni Boy taking top honors. Dandy Pat II and Barberryhill Gin Rickey also drew praise among terrier breeds and toy breeds.
Concord officials unveil a record budget of 265 050 94 to run town affairs next year. The proposal surpasses last year’s allocation by 32 408 14, reflecting department estimates across the town.
B M Jewell acting president of the Railway Employees Department AFL along with E J Manion and Timothy Shea will draft a notice pressing for executive disapproval of the railroad bill. The unions aim to block the measure and urge presidential veto.
Union leaders pressed to present their case to President Wilson over a wage settlement bill with labor provisions slated for fierce attack. They aim to challenge the law’s fairness while opposing the tripartite wage handling plan and debating a data gathering commission. Leaders expect to patch internal rifts and maintain rail labor solidarity despite divisions.
P F Richardson president of the organization mailed a statement to members of Congress, describing alleged conspiracy charges in Chicago on February 24. The document outlines responses and context from the group’s leadership.
A New York advertisement features Dr. Smith and Dr. Judkins endorsing Bon-Opto as a eye strengthening remedy. They claim significant vision improvement within a week and cite cases from children to seniors showing reduced inflammation and reduced need for glasses. The note adds that a Massachusetts physician endorses the formula as ethical and effective and urges access through local druggists.
The American Federation of Railroad Workers accuses United States Railroad Administration officers of conspiracy with the American Federation of Labor, naming Director General Hines. Richardson claims 65 to 90 percent of AFL railroad craft workers were drafted to other groups and that AFL letters to the railroad administration were diverted to rival AFL bodies for propaganda. He pledges documentary evidence.
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