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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1918
Page
9
Boston marked the 143d anniversary with a subdued Charlestown parade led by General Oakes. War time economy limited fireworks and cannon, but the 8000 participants including troops and sailors drew strong cheers and few incidents amid perfect weather.
By request of the War Department the Bunker Hill monument was not opened yesterday and no flag was displayed from the granite shaft. The monument will remain closed to the public during the remainder of the war.
A large Charlestown parade began at 2 PM led by mounted police and the chief marshal. Veterans of the Civil War, mothers and wives of servicemen, and youth groups marched past Coast Artillery detachments, fire units, and school cadets. War Savings Rally followed at Bunker Hill, with bands, speeches by Mayor Peters and others, and open house across clubs and homes. Night ended with bonfires and band concerts in Hayes and Sullivan squares.
Announcement states Lieutenant Edward J. Hickey former Fort Ethan Allen drill sergeant is promoted to major in the United States Guards. His home is Roxbury and he has served in the regular army.
Federal agents raided offices in twenty plus cities including Washington New York Chicago Boston Philadelphia and more as part of a probe into contingent fee contracts with government suppliers. Officials said hundreds of manufacturers may have paid two to ten percent commissions to agents claiming influence with army officers and other officials..indicted Boston figures John Fleming John T Cavanaugh Eugene Sullivan and Joseph Kohn face conspiracy charges as investigations broaden nationwide.
The article outlines steps to stop contract abuse by commission agents and sub contractors, noting that sub letting is illegal and contingent fees may be deducted from settlements. Secretaries Baker and Daniels deploy intelligence bureau agents to aid Department of Justice inquiries, with officers possibly facing court martial if indicted officials are found to be influenced.
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