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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1921
Page
8
Washington January 14. Despite Japanese assurances of regret a thorough investigation will be made by the United States government of the killing of Lieutenant JV H Langdon of Boston American naval officer at Vladivostok by a Japanese sentry.
Admiral Gleaves reports a naval court of inquiry will investigate the death of Lieutenant Langdon Lee in Manila. The American group will sail from Manila on the Huron to Windivostok next Thursday. Japan promises regret and seeks to prevent a recurrence as Allied talks continue.
The document presents the full extent of the Anglo Japanese Treaty beginning with the government of Japan and outlining the terms agreed between the two nations. It details mutual commitments and legal obligations, reflecting early 20th century diplomacy.
Advertisement touts Olive Tablets as a calomel substitute from Dr. Edwards who, after 17 years practice, developed a vegetable laxative that eases constipation and torpid liver without griping. The tablets cleanse by prompting normal bowel and liver action and claim quick, pleasant results with nightly use. Sold for 15c and 30c.
Gilbert K. Chesterton ridiculed modern theories of human origins in a humorous lecture titled Shall We Abolish the Inevitable. He mocked progressive claims about Adam and Eve and urged a skeptical view of primitive man as a modern myth.
In computing net income a deduction for business expense or disbursement must relate to a trade or profession carried on by the taxpayer for livelihood. A single transaction or isolated acts do not usually constitute a business. A business exists even if employees perform many activities.
Miss Mary Evans, 70, of 24 Reynolds Avenue Everett, was struck by an auto at Cross and Park Streets in Chelsea. The vehicle, owned and driven by William H. Forbes of 86 Division Street Chelsea, left her with head leg and internal injuries. Evans remained on danger list at Chelsea Memorial Hospital.
Last night a small attendance at the Dorchester High School assembly hall led Luther C. Greenleaf president of the Dorchester Board of Trade to adjourn the taxation meeting to Friday February 11.
The note warns that today is the final day to file new bills for the regular session of 1921. After 5 PM, all measures will be sent to the next General Court unless a petitioner proves an emergency or other urgent significance.
The clerk tallies show 1119 House bills and 2 0 Senate filings as sessions begin. Boston representatives Driscoll Burr Mulvey Conlon push reforms from boxing control to licensing powers and civil service vetoes. The AFL proposes prohibiting one man cars with fines and possible injunctions for repeat violations.
On January 14 police maintained cordons around public buildings and homes as George F. Lamb and William J. Flynn denied any information about a supposed bombing plot. Lamb said no organization or official notice supported the claims and agents were not guarding additional sites.
Washington reports a private ball for the night of President-elect Harding's inauguration benefiting District of Columbia children's institutions. Mrs Harding and other notable hostesses may attend. venue and exact plans remain tentative, easing merchants worried about costly gowns.
Richard J. Lane, chairman of the school board, said last night the board is considering reductions in hall and gymnasium rentals after widespread criticism of increased rates.
Fraternal and social clubs protest a board decision raising fees for using school halls. Heat and light jump to 14 dollars per night and janitor charges to 1.50 an hour, cited as coal price increases. Neighbors warn absence of local venues may push youths to unsafe venues and outside neighborhoods. Mr Lane cites coal costs rising from 4.50 to 16 dollars a ton as the main cause.
The St Paul Hockey Club, leaders in the United States Hockey league, lost to Cleveland in a 9 to 2 game played in Cleveland.
The sale lists absorbent Huck towels, fine linens, lace, and tablecloths at reduced prices. Includes madeiras, net flounces, filet lace, georgette, crepe back satins, silks, and negligees with former prices and sale figures. Also features kimonos, robes, and blankets with discounts noted.
Formerly priced women’s Oxfords and tailored suits offered in navy and various models. Also listed are cotton blankets in white or gray borders and wool finished and wool mixed blankets for beds and double beds with reduced prices.
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