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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1920
Page
1
Palmer releases delegates as the 39th ballot passes the majority mark. McAdoo delegates attempt adjournment but are defeated. Cox reaches the required tally on the 44th ballot by a wide margin as delegates rally to the band wagon.
Lawrence Chapman a 20 year old Brown University senior from 65 Atlantic Avenue drowned last night in Providence under dramatic circumstances. He would have graduated next year.
A massive display at Lincoln Park Somerville sparked panic as ten people were seriously injured and many others burned or trampled. Exploding shells and dynamite fragments sprayed the crowd including women and children, with screams echoing over the eruption.
A public greeting event featured the candidate facing questions from voters. Observers noted the candidate’s upbeat reception and a focus on economic issues, with attendees signaling support through applause and discussions afterward.
United States Senator Warren G. Harding greeted crowds of Marion and Ohio residents from his home today in a note styled as Dear friends and neighbors. Harding and Mrs. Harding left Washington by automobile last Saturday and arrived in Marion at 1:25 p.m. central time after a calm final leg from Zanesville where they spent the previous night.
In San Francisco on July 6 Governor James M. Cox of Ohio secured the Democratic presidential nomination on the 44th ballot amid shifting delegate support. Palmer yielded earlier, leaving Cox as the candidate with a two thirds majority after McAdoo’s rivals moved to Cox. A Vice Presidential pick was to be named at noon.
Today lists anniversaries such as John Paul Jones born in 1747 and the 1893 marriage of George V and Queen Mary. It notes a dynamiter death, the 1918 assassination attempt on Count Von Mirbach, and a 1919 bomber airship leg. Also mentions B-34 Mineola Atlantic trip and Pessoa sailing from New York.
Despite efforts by his father and a boyfriend to save him, 20 year old George Wolcott and the Chapmans prepared to depart for Newport in a catboat yesterday morning. They were caught at sea while returning home about 6:30 p m and disappeared under dangerous conditions.
Tommy Milton won the ninth annual speedway race in Tacoma, covering 225 miles in 2 hours 3 minutes 28 seconds and claiming the $10,000 first prize. Mulford finished second, followed by Hearne Klein Sarles Murphy Gaston Chevrol et and O'Donnell as the remaining top finishers. Chevrolet and Ralph de Palma faced engine trouble and both failed to finish.
The Comfort Car Hupmobile owners report achieving about 20 miles per gallon, an unusually high figure for the model. Hall Motor Company at 971 Commonwealth Ave in Brighton advertises the Hupmobile for New England buyers.
The park just above Union Square was jammed to capacity with people surrounding a roped-off enclosure.
National League scores show Brooklyn 0 Boston 5 in 10 innings, Brooklyn 5 Boston 2 in 2nd game, Philadelphia 5 New York 1 in the a m, New York 6 Philadelphia 0 in the p m. St Louis 4 Chicago 1 a m, St Louis 2 Chicago 1 p m. Pittsburg 4 Cincinnati 1 a m, Pittsburg 6 Cincinnati 5 in 11 innings p m. American League Boston Philadelphia 1 a m, Boston 10 Philadelphia 3 p m. St Louis 5 Detroit 4 a m, Detroit 7 St Louis 3 p m. Cleveland 5 a m, Washington 4 New York 3 a m, Washington 9 New York 3 p m.
Mrs Heber Wotan accompanies Senator Harding as he ends a day on the porch continuing on Page 21-3d column.
The weather page notes a likely fair day and night with a bit warmer temperatures than yesterday.
Washington forecast notes fair conditions in New England with showers possible at night and cooler temperatures. South to coast regions see fair Tuesday and cooler Wednesday with cloudy spells and likely showers by night. Winds are gentle to moderate, veering to variable offshore regions.
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