10 Jul 1919
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1919
Page
1
A large dirigible casts off its moorings at Roosevelt Field shortly before midnight guided by a Washington Weather Bureau forecast. The forecast warns of worsening conditions later today impacting the airship's route and schedule.
DoJ raids on Nantasket liquor oasis reveal wines and beers with alcohol up to four percent. Authorities plan to arraign Nantasket dealers once analysis confirms findings, as federal fight against prohibition intensifies.
The R 34 was sighted in New York at 1 16 a m after a city cruise and faded from sight heading almost due east toward Long Island Sound with plans to return home in 70 hours. The report notes the aircraft carrier will head for sea then fly over New York.
The American commission on Irish independence, formed to study postwar policy, charges President Wilson failed to uphold his principles at the peace conference. Frank P. Walsh, chair, released the preliminary report naming Edward F. Dunne and Michael Ryan as members. The report likens peace conferees to stockholders with a board of directors controlled by a powerful minority, the big four.
President Wilson will present the peace treaty and the League of Nations covenant to the Senate tomorrow. He will deliver a lengthy address outlining Paris negotiations and arguing for endorsement of the covenant, signaling the start of a bitter battle over ratification in the Senate.
The report cites the commission accusing the peace conference of actions continued into the next page and column, indicating ongoing consideration of allegations and formal charges.
The White House announced the President would place himself at the Senate's disposal in its treaty consideration. He was described as anxious and eager to appear before any Senate committee or subcommittee evaluating the accord.
Welterweight champion Jack Britton defeated Al Doty of Canton in the second round of a scheduled 12 round bout in Connellsville Pennsylvania. Britton’s knockout secures a decisive victory against Doty today.
Mr. Goldberg stated there would be no setup in the federal prose as the article continues on page 10, first column.
Midnight enactment shifts to a metal fare disk plus two cents with a dime exchange at the window. Old paper certificates expire. Totalizers will register fares. a 10 cent ride lasts three months with possible future changes based on patronage.
Three hundred sick and maimed men women and children received healing ministrations from James Moore Hickson English layman of the Protestant Episcopal church yesterday. None cured but all left hopeful with smiles and confidence of a future cure as the daily mission began.
The German National Assembly ratified the penal treaty by 208 to 115. The resolution cites the peace treaty with the allied powers signed June 28, 1919, and the Rhineland occupation protocol, stating the law comes into force upon promulgation.
Two Burlington bell boys Norman Munson and Henry Morgan both under 20 were arrested for robbing the New Sherwood House wineroom during demobilization prohibition. They took 10 to 15 quarts of old Scotch and Irish whiskey belonging to Thomas Gaul and sold bottles to guests for 1 to 3 dollars.
National League games include Cincinnati 3 Cincinnati 3 Boston 1 and Chicago 4 Philadelphia 1 in first game with Philadelphia 5 Chicago 4 in a second game. St Louis 12 New York 8. American League shows St Louis 8 Boston 0 and Chicago 7 Philadelphia 0 in first game with Chicago 6 Philadelphia 2 in second. Cleveland 2 New York 0. Detroit 2 Washington 1 in 10 innings. New England League scores Lawrence 5 Fitchburg 4 Haverhill 4 Lewiston 3 Lowell 9 Portland 1. Eastern League Pittsfield 7 New Haven 2 Springfield 2 Waterbury 0 Bridgeport 7 Hartford 3 Worcester 2 Providence 0.
At Roosevelt Field Mineola New York the giant British dirigible R 34 rose at 11 55 PM for its return voyage to Scotland amid bright lights and cheering crowds. The forward centre and aft gondola motors roared to life as the cigar shaped airship climbed about 100 feet. Friends of the officers and crew cheered loudly while soldiers and sailors at the ropes joined the celebratory chorus as the airship took to the sky.
Secretary Glass presented to Congress the preliminary treasury statement on national finances showing war expenditures through June 20 1919 totaling 30 177 000 000 dollars. The figure covers all war costs incurred by the United States to that date.
Major Scott, commander of the B-34, stood at the front of the forward gondola as the aircraft advanced toward New York City.
Today marks anniversaries of Italian defense in Dogma Valley during 1915, as French forces attacked the Marne salient a year ago and crossed the railway into Corey. United States aviators reportedly penetrated 50 miles into German territory.
The forecast calls for Thursday partly cloudy with tonight showers and thunder storms, Friday clearing. Winds will be strong from the southwest along the Atlantic coast. Temperatures moderate for this season with unsettled weather expected in the Middle Atlantic and New England regions.
The article explains wartime expenditures totaling 32 427 000 000 with 9 334 000 000 from taxes and revenues, the remainder from Liberty bonds and savings stamps. It states further bond issues are unnecessary before Victory notes mature in four years, and treasury certificates plus short term notes will cover deficits. It emphasizes strict economy and continued taxation for repayment and allied support.
Yesterday's temperature at Thompson's Spa shows an average around 66 degrees with highs near 74 and lows near 58. Comparable figures from the prior year are listed as 66 for the average and 18 to 24 for the date reference.
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