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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1921
Page
5
Tension mounts at the opening of Massachusetts 1921 legislature as Senator Walter E. McLane of Fall River clashes with the McKnight machine. The caucus over Senate organization threatens to mar the session’s early harmony and signals undercurrents in state politics.
The article notes Senator Allen intends to be the actual chairman of the rules committee, changing the expected leadership dynamic as McLane may be reappointed to the ranking position. It also covers upcoming House elections, selections for committee heads, and the inauguration of Cox and Fuller as governor and lieutenant governor.
Longstanding opposition within the Republican ranks centers on the McKnight machine's influence in the Senate. Frank G. Allen's bid for president aims to curb that power, with pledges and shifting support suggesting a move to remove McLane as floor leader and reshape key committee roles.
Two men who offered rides in automobiles robbed victims in Pittsfield. Frederick B. McCabe of Boston lost 37 dollars after being driven from Albany to Lebanon then left to walk toward Springfield. William E. Slater, en route to a milk exchange, handed over five dollars in a secluded city area.
Roger Fuller seven dies in Beverly Hospital after a Boston and Maine train collided with an automobile at Eliot street crossing in South Hamilton. One man died instantly and three others were injured in the wreck yesterday.
Grace Nichols Fournier seeks divorce from Leon Fournier after a honeyless honeymoon of six months. The bride is noted for the honeyless marriage fame and is pursuing legal separation.
Mr and Mrs Leon W Fournier have separated as divorce proceedings begin. Fournier staying at the Canaan Inn in Canaan New Hampshire said he had nothing to say about the case but admitted they had not been living together for some time.
A husband and wife, Leon and Grace Fournier, spoke from New Hampshire where they were guests at a house party. He declined further comment on divorce, and she advocated traditional marriage before the couple vanished from the public eye.
Yesterday reports emerge that Mrs. Fournier seeks a divorce. Leon Fournier, son of Madam Wyse Fournier of Boston, served overseas in the war and has been married twice before. Grace Nicholas Fournier, born in California, has lived in many states and pursued various occupations.
Prohibition Commissioner Kramer faces protests as his plan to cut wholesalers liquor permits could destroy 40,000 to 60,000 firms and individuals. Critics allege arbitrary rulings and lack of investigation while the Anti-Saloon League supports permit reductions. Congress may hear further funding debates as national mood shifts. New Year’s Eve in Washington shows little enforcement with hotels offering free sparkling water and unimpeded pocket flasks.
The second district Massachusetts State Federation of Women's Clubs will hold an all day art and music conference at the Dorchester Women's Clubhouse tomorrow starting 10 15 am under Mrs C D Thore and Mrs Arthur H Davison with three minute club reports. Elbridge Newton will speak on How Music Talks to Us with piano by Miss Helen Leavitt at 2 pm. Mrs Eliza Chamberlain will discuss Possibilities in Home Furnishings at 3 pm with Grace Horne coordinating an art exhibit.
The Boston Methodist preachers meet today at Wesleyan Hall 681 Boylston street with Professor Marshall Perrin of Boston University speaking on The Possibilities in China. On Epiphany Thursday a cathedral communion at 11 am led by Dean Rousmaniere, followed by a personal religion class. Evangelist J C Stevens begins a series of 20 Sunday lectures at People's Temple at 3 pm each Sunday.
In the Boston Sunday Post Magazine installment of Leonard Merrick's entertaining romance When Love Flies Out o the Window the plot outlines mounting hardship. The narrative tracks a couple facing poverty and social pressures with Merrick's characteristic light touch.
The Barton-Ticknor room exhibit at the Public Library shows a cast claimed from the Stratford bust face. Curiosity grows over its origin amid debates about a genuine death mask attributed to Shakespeare and tied to early 19th century lore. Several visitors examined the piece after reading reports of the German death mask controversy.
A donor to the Nora Riley fund, widow of Cambridge patrolman killed in the line of duty last November 21, sends a letter with their contribution. The fund supports Mrs. Nora Riley and family after the officer's death.
Letters to Harvard Trust Company treasurer Herbert Dyer urge public support for a fund aiding the widow of Officer Thomas J. Riley who died in the line of duty. The Cambridge effort reports $3120.42 in gifts plus $101 from the Boston Post, totaling $3221.42 as contributions flow in.
The Boston Gaelic School Society at Hibernian Hall Roxbury heard Mayor Morgan of Thurles discuss the Ireland situation. The gathering, moved to the larger Dudley Street hall due to growth, now serves about 1000 attendees in Gaelic language classes.
The ad promotes Cascarets as a remedy for biliousness constipation headaches and upset stomach. It notes usefulness for a cold and bad breath and claims children enjoy them. Prices listed are 10 25 and 50 cents.
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