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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1920
Page
2
In Manchester Vermont on July 27 the Pettibone murder trial nears its end as tomorrow morning's concluding arguments proceed after Judge Wilson's upcoming charge. State evidence and defense wrapped with dramatic suddenness at 12:30 PM, with no additional witnesses from defense planned.
The defense led by Attorney Jones dominated the afternoon as Judge Wilson granted ample time. Tomorrow morning Attorney Batchelder will speak, followed by Attorney-General Archibald, then Judge Wilson will charge the jury to retire and consider the evidence.
The Metropolitan line steamer Northland en route from New York to Boston jammed steering gear while crossing Cape Cod Canal. It swung into the Buzzards Bay draw, bending fenders, then tied up for an hour of repairs with no serious damage reported.
Dr. F J Sullivan labels two wanderers at the Animal Rescue League as excellent specimens. A thoroughbred collie pup and a lively half setter, taken in this week, enjoy clean kennels, good food, and companionship as caretakers seek warm New England homes.
A blaze in a block at Pleasant and Inn streets Newburyport tonight caused an estimated loss of 4590 dollars.
More than 260 Brockton Chamber of Commerce members traveled to Monument Beach for the annual Shoe City outing. They joined a shore dinner at the Norcross House and enjoyed sports and hydroplane rides before a five inning baseball game where the married men defeated the singles 13 to 10 led by Mayor William L. Gleason.
July 27 in Towne Hall Provincetown the Mayflower Ball hosted by Sail-Loft Club drew cheers for its forest primeval decor and multi period costumes. Notable outfits included Pilgrims Indians pirates and Dutch figures with judges identifying standout ensembles and prizes awarded to top male and female costumes.
Washington July 27 The Interchurch World Movement's commission on the steel strike proposes to President Wilson a special panel to immediately broker a free open conference between steel workers and employers to resolve the dispute following last summer's strike.
The commission warns that without vital changes a renewal of conflict in the steel industry is inevitable. It proposes a special commission modeled on coal and anthracite efforts, accompanies its report on the steel strike, and calls Labor policy at United States Steel Corporation a serious indictment.
Vermont Democrats at a mass meeting in Burlington placed Fred C. Martin of Bennington as their gubernatorial candidate. H. W. Varnum of Cambridge heads the U S Senate ticket, with J. C. Durick of Fair Haven and Harry C. Witters of St Johnsbury named for Congress.
Advertisement states taking half a teaspoonful in water before retiring ensures restful sleep for good health. The claim is presented as a product promotion for Horsford's Acid Phosphate without evidence or endorsement.
More than 200 delegates attended the 824 annual convention of the Grand Lodge of the Massachusetts Jurisdiction Song of St. George embracing Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. Supreme President John Orrell of Lowell presided and installed officers. banquet held at G A R Hall.
Franklin D. Roosevelt spent July 27 at Campobello Island working on his speech of acceptance for the Democratic nomination for Vice President. The visit to Eastport, Maine was reserved and focused on drafting remarks for the national convention.
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