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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1920
Page
15
Army stores at South Boston received a shipment after weeks and will open sales this morning. Prices include pickles at 9 cents a jar, bar chocolate at 10 cents per half pound, and spices 7 to 14 cents per package. Woollen blankets sell at 3.50, bacon 2.75 per 12 pound can, and tomatoes 35 cents per No. 10 can.
Providence March 1 United States District Judge Arthur L. Brown sentenced Frank A. Dorr of New Bedford and Jamel E. Cote of Fall River to six months in Providence County jail and a $1000 fine each for operating an illicit still. Both defendants were convicted last week in connection with the illegal operation.
Five hundred Bricklayers' Union members walk out in Providence halting major building projects. They demand $1.25 an hour for an eight hour day, up from the current $1.00 rate.
John A. Burke stands trial in the Maine Supreme Judicial Court for the murder of Nelson W. Bartley of Jackman. Attorney-General Guy W. Sturgis labeled Burke the murderer tied to their earlier whiskey smuggling ties as lengthy arguments continued. Judge Charles J. Dunn postponed jury instruction until tomorrow morning.
Attorney Pattangall defends Burke against murder in the first degree while Attorney General Sturgis enforces the state's case. He cites Bartley's October death, a telephone conversation with Burke, and a hotel meeting before they disappeared on the Canadian road.
Advertisement extols Vicks VapoRub as an external treatment for croup and colds in children. It claims rapid relief within fifteen minutes and overnight clearing, with a growing national adoption and multiple sizes available in drugstores.
At the Weymouth annual town meeting in the Fogg Opera House, residents rejected a $250 000 memorial Town Hall honoring service members. Opposition from former service men dominated the session amid rowdy conduct. an attempt to convert the Foss Opera House for the memorial failed. The town appropriated $142 270 for next year's school support.
Dedham voted to approve a license for the first time in 23 years with results 656 Yes and 415 No. George Granville Darling won the town meeting moderator race by 163 votes, defeating William H. Hitchcock. Library trustees elected were Herbert M. Crosby, Dr W Guild Dowling, Horace Fuller and Alice B Hunt. The old Board of Selectmen—John W. Withington, John J. Smith and William E. Quade—were re-elected.
At the Winchester annual town meeting the Selectmen were told not to grant moving picture theatre privileges. The dry side won 681 to 461. Elected selectmen were A. A. Kidder J. A. Colben W. L. Parsons George M. Bryne and James Blackham. Fred Mives was chosen moderator.
Westwood voters at the annual town meeting approved a license increase but failed to reach victory level with a 90 to 72 tally. Incumbent selectmen Henry E. Wetherbee Herbert W. Bonney and E. W. Schildnecht were re elected to the board.
Washington March 1 The Supreme Court reversed lower federal court rulings in a government appeal from Ohio indictments against A Schrader's Sons Incorporated on charges of conspiring to fix resale prices. The decision held resale price fixing is unlawful under the Sherman Act regardless of monopolization intent.
William S. Kinsley O B Ruggles and Captain Charlee P. Howard elected as Reading Board of Selectmen. The town voted no license by 305 to 26, a 70 vote margin, down from 1919 when no license prevailed by 418 with Yes 163 and No 5 1.
London reports Sir Auckland Geddes will become Britain's ambassador to the United States. He plans to depart for America in about a month and will be hosted by the Pilgrims and other societies before leaving. Diplomatic circles note the post’s salary allowances will be raised to attract a suitable candidate amid Washington cost concerns.
Wakefield voters approved a license for the first time in 50 years with 861 votes in favor and 8 against. The prior year tally was 367 yes and 581 no, yielding a net gain of 457 votes for the license.
In Stoneham the town for the first time in a generation approved a license. The tally was 670 yes and 435 no. A year earlier the vote stood 305 yes and 580 no.
State legion executives at the State House voiced opposition to a nationwide assessment of $1 from each member to fund the American Legion Weekly. They also condemned posts soliciting advertising from merchants for dance and entertainment programs.
Boston school committee weighs a further salary increase for women teachers after a $384 boost. Julia Fitzpatrick of the Elementary Teachers’ Club petitions the Legislature for funds to raise elementary pay to the level of the highest paid in the country.
The House rejected substituting the widening bill by a 22 to 56 vote. Representative Scigliano claimed alignment with the Mayor and corporation counsel. Bates noted no Boston support and opposition from the Boston Finance Commission and local business interests.
The noon filing deadline for Michigan's April 5 presidential preference primary shows seven Republican candidates and five Democrats, with Herbert Hoover listed on both tickets.
Thomas Allen, Boston Art Commission chair, claims former Governor Eugene Foss conceived Commonwealth avenue as the auto business hub and that Warren E. Locke represents Foss interests. Opponents warn the autoway harms the Common and Public Garden, while Locke argues it relieves traffic at a projected cost near 2 million dollars and could lower fire insurance costs through reduced hazards.
John Hancock Life Insurance plans a 5 million dollar building as Stuart street widening moves ahead. Mayor Peters backs the widening with an amendment to require City Council approval. Massachusetts Real Estate Exchange records support the overall city improvement plan.
Milwaukee March 1 Federal Judge Geiger upheld the Mulberger law and held the Volstead act unconstitutional in a test case by Mani towoc Products Company. The decision says state prohibition laws take precedence and that Congress cannot define intoxicating liquor to include non intoxicating beverages.
Readers are advised to obtain Par thint double strength from a druggist and mix one ounce with a pint of hot water and a little sugar. Take a tablespoon four times daily to relieve head noises and improve nasal breathing. The brew is easy to prepare inexpensive and pleasant to take.
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