24 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1922
Page
1
Harold D. Wilson, a vocal figure in Massachusetts prohibition, will be summarily removed within days. His conduct and remarks have angered prohibition officials and anti-saloon advocates alike, prompting his ouster from the enforcement field.
Senator Reed of Missouri, chief defense counsel at the removal trial of District Attorney Pelletier, denounced an underground prosecution. He claimed it aimed to drag the public official down and attacked Attorney General Allen’s evidence as flawed.
A bitter cold air mass grips the region today and tomorrow as a northwest wind lingers. Many residents brace for subfreezing temperatures and frost, especially those unprepared for the persistent chill.
Sunday in New England brought record low temperatures as Jack Frost reigns. The weather man predicts a repeat of the cold today and Wednesday with near zero readings in some sections and frigid mornings ahead.
City council members voted to amend the Volstead act to allow beer and light wines production and sale to fund the veterans' bonus via the tax revenue. Eight members approved the resolution while Henry F. Hagen was absent. Copies will go to the U S President Senate Speaker of the House and Massachusetts congressional delegation.
In London central hall meeting the Independent Liberals led by Asquith and Grey opposed Lloyd George and his coalition government. Viscount Gladstone presided as speakers urged the field against the premier with Asquith praising Grey as a great peacemaker and national asset.
Montreal January 93 A claim describes Frank Vallentine manager of a local club as defendant in a suit for 453.76 after Mildred Gillmour allegedly fled Quebec prohibition law fines by jumping into a Vallentine hired taxi and setting off toward New York with a female companion. Vallentine remained in Montreal.
In Wakefield the trial of Clarence W. Loud for Policeman James A. Preston’s murder sees DA Saltonstall वार Feeney duel over credibility with star defence witness Harry G. Heffler as he admits errors in his portrayal of his life.
Middletown New York January 2 Miss Katharine Mahoney a nurse of this city wins a rich bequest from the will of two wealthy women Miss Annie Paterson and Miss Annie Paterson who died in Boston. It is claimed the amount may reach 50 000 for her faithful professional care. She tended them while they lived in New York and accompanied them to Boston.
Boston City Council unanimously adopts a resolution urging referendums before bills affecting Boston or Suffolk county. Councillor Watson sponsors in response to a legislature bill placing deputy assessors under civil service rules.
Paris reports the World Irish Congress opened with talks on education and spreading Irish culture abroad. Eamon De Valera urged wealthy Irish abroad to fund university chairs and scholarships for descendants. W. B. Yeats spoke on Irish literature as delegates look to concrete action tomorrow.
Dr John S Burbank of Brockton gains chief benefit from the first will of Miss Tirzah Isabelle Tobey of Wareham filed in Plymouth county probate court The second will favored Wareham with a dwelling and cash estate valued at 220000 contested by Burbank and others
William Cardinal O Connell begins his overseas voyage to Rome at 3 PM to attend the Sacred College meeting that will elect Benedict XVs successor. He travels with Monsignor M J Splaine Dr John H Slattery and Rev Dr Richard J Haberlin on the S S Presidente Wilson and aims to reach in time for the closing sessions. Benedict XVs interment is tentatively set for Wednesday with the body to lie in state briefly at St Peter s Basilica before burial.
The 82 year old Malden Home resident Miss Caroline Hayden inherits 65000 from her brother Thomas Hayden, a Civil War veteran and accountant who died last May at Young's Hotel. She plans to leave the Malden Home for a new residence at 243 Summer Street with head nurse Eliza A. Magner as companion.
Two masked bandits robbed the Atlantic and Pacific chain store on Eighth Street in South Boston last night after the last customer left. They pistol whipped the clerk to obtain the day's receipts of 25 dollars and warned him not to yell. Clerk Frederick O Connor, 22, of Dorchester, gave a full description to City Point police after locking up.
Funeral services for Rev. Michael J. Sullivan late pastor of Star of the Sea Church Marblehead were celebrated yesterday in the church. Solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated by Rev. Thomas R. McCoy pastor of St Catherine's Church Charlestown.
A portrait of Oscar Prayer, once a Petrograd multi millionaire, who rose from gilded privilege to coal passing duty aboard a tramp ship galley. The dramatic fall marks a stark life reversal from ermine and caviar to coal shovels and hardship. Continued on Page 20 Fifth Col.
Former Representative William Dolben of Somerville was elected by the Massachusetts Senate and House to fill the fourth district executive council vacancy caused by John F. Slayton’s death. Dolben drew 52 Senate votes and 152 House votes, with McMenimen supported by 27 Democrats.
Ambrose J. Melanson known Boston boxer sustained a fractured skull after a punch from Joe St. Hillaire of Somersworth New Hampshire during a Carlyle Athletic Club exhibition at the Grand Opera House. He was rushed to City Hospital and placed on the danger list.
Colonel Francis Edwin Elwell, noted American sculptor with works in galleries and public spaces, collapsed and died while waiting for a streetcar in Dairen. A Concord, Massachusetts native raised by author Louisa May Alcott, he held honorary colonelcy of the Seventh Rhode Island Infantry.
New York reports prohibition authorities show 1921 imports and withdrawals vastly higher than 1920. Whiskey champagne brandy gin and cordials totals rise across imports and customs ware houses with four year revenue tallies listed.
A Lynn-bound trolley of the Eastern Massachusetts Railway collided with a five ton truck at Cary avenue and Broadway Chelsea. Two persons were slightly injured and several others shaken up in the crash.
The McManus block on Main Street a two story wooden structure was destroyed by fire early today. Loss is estimated at 25000 dollars.
The purser of the steamship Philadelphia reports Mary Jane the gray kitten on the Red D line has become expert at catching winged fish on the fly. She watches from a porthole and swipes, landing each fish with a splatter across the deck. The purser notes the kitten’s steady companionability and routine.
The New England Milk Producers Association declares a crisis after distributors refuse terms. D Whiting & Sons says it has enough milk sourced directly from farmers and that operations run smoothly. Harry J. Piper foresees real effects starting today.
Worcester judges extend deadline in Sacco-Vanzetti case. Judge Webster Thayer granted another extension until February 10 for filing exceptions in the case.
Mean barometer and mean temperature data are reported along with mean dew point and relative humidity. The report lists maximum and minimum temperatures, maximum wind, and total precipitation as compiled by W. Smith, Meteorologist.
It may be said at the outset that he made a very bad impression during his visit here two days ago. Even those around him noted the discordant reception and unsettled mood stemming from his actions.
Partial OCR text shows continuation note with column header on page six and time stamp 8 33. No clear event, person, or organization identified to form a full summary.
The record notes a 1915 English squadron sinking the Bleacher in a naval clash with Germany. A 1919 Paris Conference approves a League of Nations plan. A 1914-15 series cites U S Senate actions, Cork leadership deportation, Swiss limits on foreign labor, and a Lord Mayor certificate event.
Washington forecast states fair and continued cold for northern and southern New England and eastern New York through Tuesday and likely Wednesday. Winds shift from northwest to west offshore with moderate speeds. A marked intensity disturbance lies east of Newfoundland moving eastward.
Forecasters warn that the chilly conditions will continue with strong wind and below normal temperatures. The unsettled pattern brings cold air mass settling across the region, causing enduring frosty mornings and brisk evenings.
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