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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1920
Page
1
Boston and New England joined the nation in tribute to fallen heroes. Veterans of the Civil War Spanish American and World War I marched to graves and honored comrades gone west with solemn observance.
Congress urged action on salary increases for postal employees citing extra costs for the first year at 38 million dollars. The report supports a fight-hour day for clerks and a 306-day year proposal to improve efficiency.
A congressional report to Congress recommends higher salaries for postal workers totaling about 38 million dollars in the first year starting July 1. Clerks in first and second class offices and city carriers would rise from 1400 to 1900 dollars, clerks in postal mail service from 1600 to 2300 dollars, and rural carriers 1800 dollars for 24 miles plus 30 dollars per extra mile.
The Senate foreign relations sub committee urged drastic intervention in Mexico if new authorities fail to establish a stable government friendly to Americans. Senator Fa hi chairs the panel which has been studying Mexican affairs and made the recommendation in Washington on May 31.
A committee recommends establishing a stable government and granting full recognition along with financial assistance to support its operations. The article continues on page T-Fourth Col.
Scores across the American and National Leagues show Boston Philadelphia St Louis Chicago and New York multiple games and innings with varied outcomes. Eastern League results include New Haven Bridgeport Hartford Waterbury and Springfield with multiple wins and losses.
In Paris on May 31 every American grave in Europe received floral decorations and the American flag. The latest reports tonight at the general headquarters of the American forces noted full observance.
The funeral of Dick a large Baltimore cat from the Hook family took place with standard rites a casket hearse and burial site arranged by an undertaker with pallbearers and mourners. Merchants around Hanover market and the commission district knew Dick and felt the loss.
Excitement erupted at Scollay Square station when John Thomas of Dedham street allegedly yanked from a moving trolley by John P. McPherson of Lexington street East Boston. McPherson charged with extracting a roll of money from his pocket as a crowd surrounded them.
A small black button torn from a ministerial frock coat halted Hyde Park’s rising notoriety as onlookers watched the scene unfold.
Daylight timing for sunset moonrise and lighting of vehicles noted. Includes anniversaries such as the 1915 Zeppelin raid on London and the 1916 naval battle off Denmark. Mentions a 1940s or earlier event with the Rhine Republic at Wiesbaden led by Dr Dorden and a Paddington Station greeting.
Forecast for East New York and New England calls for fair Tuesday with possible showers Tuesday night or Wednesday. Winds from the south are gentle to moderate off the Atlantic coast. Northern areas see fair weather, while showers are expected across parts of the Middle Atlantic and Vermont on Wednesday.
Weather note from a farmer predicting a bright and fair day ahead with a slight unsettled period late tonight. He notes the sky and temperature hint at changing conditions without specifics. The forecast emphasizes optimism with caution for late hours.
President Wilson engaged directly in Democratic convention planning in the White House. He met with Democratic National Committee Chairman Cummings to discuss the party platform the League of Nations campaign issue the peace treaty status and the Senate investigation into pre convention campaign financing ahead of the San Francisco gathering.
Mr Cummings will depart tomorrow for San Francisco and will stay there until further notice with continuation on Page 3 third column.
The report lists yesterday's readings with multiple times and figures. Notable values include afternoon highs around 65, evening lows in the mid 60s, and a late night low near 62. Average yesterday is 64, close to the prior year’s 64.
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