Knights of Columbus Protest To Hear Baker In Washington
Secretary of War Newton D. Baker will meet a Knights of Columbus delegation in Washington to discuss their protest against the 10 percent cap on free creature comforts within war fund quotas. The Knights cite policy popularity with service members and pledge to fundraise without charges, challenging the committee of 11 and training camp activities commission.
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New York
Newton D. Baker
William J. McGinley
Knights of Columbus
Washington
Committee of 11
United War Fund
War Department
Commission
Knights of Columbus Board of Directors
Commission On Training
Foresters to Observe 40th Anniversary
The Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters marks its 40th anniversary on May 27. The Past Chief Rangers Association and the courts meet at St Rose Hall Worcester Street to arrange the celebration. Committees from 126 courts join the association to plan what may be the largest event in the order’s history.
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Order of Foresters
Chief’ Rangers’ Association
St. Rose Hall
Worcester Street
Chief Rangers’ Association
Bank Teller Pleads Guilty to $27140 Theft
William Ronikier a teller at Manufacturers National Bank of Cambridge pleaded guilty in U S District Court to stealing 27140 from the bank He testified that bank president Masters took $300 from his wife while he was under arrest and other items were removed Judge Morton postponed sentencing to next week to allow counsel.
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William Ronikier
Manufacturers’ National Bank of Cambridge
United States District Court
Morton
Masters
Troops Brought Home on the Maui
New York dispatch reports the transport Maui arriving from Brest with 491 troops including the 350th Regiment of field artillery. 43 officers remained in France, five casual companies from multiple states plus a convalescent detachment of 1042 sick and wounded are aboard. Artillerymen will be demobilized at Camps Custer Dix Gordon Jackson Lee Pike Taylor Meade and Fort Sheridan.
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New York
Returning Veterans Readjust to Civilian Jobs
A satirical collection of letters humorously expresses the struggles of thousands of returning service members seeking work. The pieces mirror veteran experiences and frustrations with postwar employment challenges.
Return of a Doughboy From Europe Describes Harborside Welcome
Albert writes from Camp Merit New Jersey after arrival back in the United States recounting a brief quarantine, planned routes home, and the celebratory scenes in New York Harbor. He notes awaiting further transport to Camp Devens Massachusetts and jokes about red tape and cloth instead of barb wire.
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Miners in Central Germany Strike and Rail Blockades
Two thirds of central German miners are on strike. Strikers have begun to occupy railroads and post offices across the region. Berlin advices say the government plans to restore order with large military forces.
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Basle
Germany
Berlin
Private Edward J McMinamie Commended for Courage in France
Private Edward J. McMinamie of Charlestown has been commended in general orders by Major General Robert Alexander for courage and faithful duty with the Signal Platoon in severe engagements. As a lineman he supported platoons and battalion headquarters, aiding effective company operations. a Charlestown native and member of Hayes Square Outing Club and Morning Glories.
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Edward J. McMinamie
Decatur Street
Charlestown
Robert Alexander
France
Boston
Hdward J. McMinamie
Moe Minamie
McMinamie
Hayes Square
Bunker Hill
Oriental crane at Franklin Park Zoo baffling keeper
The Japanese crane at Franklin Park Zoo captivates with shiny feathers while the keeper disputes its kinship to the stork family. The couple behind the exhibit demonstrates Orient customs by giving the bird frequent foot baths, noting the absence of shoes.
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Franklin Park Zoo
Crane
Orient
Jens Tee Crane
Niece of Portuguese consul freed by grand jury
Maria de Almedia Medieros of Eastondale niece of the late Viscount de Costa Portuguese consul in this city was freed after the federal grand jury returned a no bill on aiding a soldier at Camp Devens to escape to South America. She had been arrested six weeks earlier and said the case stemmed from spite by a Boston man. She is well known in Taunton and Plymouth County.
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Maria de Almedia Medieros
Eastondale
Viscount de Costa
Camp Devens
South America
Taunton
Plymouth County
Start Probe On Gasolene In Greater Boston Area
The district police have launched an investigation of gasolene and kerosene refineries around Boston after autoists complained fuel sold was below United States Fuel Administration standards. Probes may expand to all state refineries and retailers as samples are analyzed.
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Greater Boston
Bay State
Boston
United States Fuel Administration
Walter L. Wedger
John H. Plunkett
Wedger
Post
Washington
Launch of Destroyer Ingram at Fore River Yard
The torpedo boat destroyer Ingram, named for enlisted hero Osmond Kelly Ingram, was launched at Fore River shipyards yesterday. Secretary Daniels had affirmed that enlisted men share ship-naming honors with officers, and Mrs. N. E. Ingram from Pratt City Alabama gave the ship its name honoring her son who died serving on the Cassin when torpedoed by a German submarine.
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Fore River
Ingram
Cassin
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
N. E. Ingram
Pratt City
Ala
Osmond Kelly Ingram
What to Put in the Lunch Box
Miss Anna L DePlanter spoke at the Child Welfare cottage on the Common about meal planning for lunch boxes. She said contents depend on age and activity and urged a sandwich or substitute, fruit, and a sweet, with salads as an option and milk whenever possible.
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Anna L DePlanter
Calorie Aware School Lunches and Diet Education
The text discusses calories guiding meals for all ages and includes examples of school and adult lunches. It notes menus listing calories to inform choice, with sample combinations like cheese and nut sandwiches, dates, and buttermilk for children, and meat sandwiches with beans or cabbage for adults.
Chelsea man 75 ends life after wife's death
Charles F. Oxton, 75, long time Chelsea resident, killed himself yesterday by inhaling gas at 1 Pembroke Place after despondency from his wife’s death five years earlier. His body was found by his brother Frank.
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Charles F. Oxton
Chelsea
Oxton
Pembroke Place
Frank
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