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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1919
Page
5
Dickens fans will read a condensed version of The Old Curiosity Shop by Frederick H. Dole. Dole from Boston Public Latin School won 100 dollars for the condensation in the Post contest.
A Rutland farmer entered Worcester seeking a drink but left without one after declaring the land dry. He refuses to reveal his identity, stating he lives somewhere in Rutland and will not be traced.
A man takes a day off yearly and finds saloons closed due to prohibition. After failing to find drink in Paxton and Worcester he learns the ban has been in place since July 19 55. He continues toward Rutland, noting the nationwide dry spell.
Massachusetts American Legion posts urged to stay active through the summer in a letter from State headquarters. At the Worcester convention, late September or early October, post representation depends on paid-up membership 20 days before the meeting. Application blanks for testimonial certificates will be distributed through posts, certificates suitable for framing.
Gangs of longshoremen at Grand Junction piers East Boston and Hoosac docks Charlestown resumed loading American steamers West Cape to Liverpool West Hospkie to London and Lake Gravett to Leith after a Tuesday walkout. Dockworkers cited union wage disputes while no strikebreakers were used. Nearly 50 idle steamers and tight berthing space prompted possible moving of crafts to lower harbor to save costs.
Settlement of the Atlantic coast shipping strike may come within 12 hours. Vice-Chairman Raymond B. Stevens of the Shipping Board, in conference with union representatives, returned to Washington. A Shipping Board representative said disputes had reached "technicalities" and should be settled so the men can return to work tomorrow.
A Canadian fishing trawler numbered 65, reported lost with all hands, has reached Halifax safely after fog and heavy seas delayed her arrival. The missing vessel arrived yesterday morning with the crew in good health, and other trawlers thought missing were located shortly after the 55.
State headquarters of the Massachusetts American Legion reports unauthorized canvassers going house to house soliciting funds for a Legion of Veterans of the Great War. Many contributed believing it for the Legion. Notice is given that no canvass is authorized.
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