Woman's bill to next court advances in House vote
By a 98 to 14 vote the House referred to the next General Court a bill to require the assistant commissioner of labor to be a woman. The change would make the appointment compulsory rather than discretionary as in current law. Governor Coolidge had appointed Miss Ethel Johnson under the existing provision. The measure, pushed by several groups asserting suffrage is near, was reported by the State administration committee.
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No Change in Insurance Act Faces House Opposition
The House defeated a motion to substitute a bill allowing employer devised insurance under the workmen compensation act. Rep Hull urged the plan to cut costs, but Rep Abbott said few employers could use it and workers fear employer advantage. Harrington backed a rival bill setting eight day start for benefits, noting insurance profits and slow worker gains. The House approved Harrington's substitution 141 to 79.
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New Home for Franciscans in Rhode Island
Providence March 11 plans for the American headquarters of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary in North Providence were announced today. A large group of buildings will rise on recently acquired property, creating the largest such facility in the United States outside Rome.
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General Edwards Aims to Decorate Elsie Janis
General Edwards proposes a wartime decoration for actress Elsie Janis after introducing him to her troop outreach. At a Tremont Theatre matinee for 1000 wounded service members, he praises Janis for performing under harsh conditions and vows to pursue the highest honors for her.
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La Guardia to Speak for Italian Victory Loan
Former Congressman Florello La Guardia, president of the New York city Board of Aldermen, will be the chief speaker at a mass meeting in Boston to promote the Italian Victory Loan of 25 million dollars. Prominent Boston Italians will urge Bostonians to subscribe the 500 thousand dollar New England quota.
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Florello la Guardia
New York City
Hopewell Industries Technical Experts Offer Cost Savings
A Hopewell manufacturer notes a technical expert's suggestion could trim 25 percent of annual production costs. Another client saved 25000 dollars on a 100000 dollar construction job after applying our advice. Our survey shows benefits across industries. inquire to learn how Hopewell can solve manufacturing issues.
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A Southern Lumberman on Excess Profit Tax
A reader argues that high costs stem from taxes and that printing press action could lower prices in six months. He details timber taxation, noting stumpage bought for 100000 with a 0 mortgage now valued at about a million, and claims the excess profit tax forces staged selling, risking over 500000 in tax if the owner sells all at once.
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Flat Tax Proposal Aimed at Reducing Prices
A reader argues excess profit tax raises prices on lumber, paper, furniture, and transport costs. He urges a flat tax on business volume, not profits, to reward increased production and lower prices, noting he owns no stumpage and cites observations from travels.
Restoration of Daylight Saving in Massachusetts Approved
The committee on legal affairs approved daylight saving restoration by eight votes to seven. Dissenters include Senators Reed Taunton Pearson Lowell Walsh Boston and Representatives Woodsum Braintree Coolidge Medford Tirrell Weymouth Silbert Boston. The bill creates a seven month period from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
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Silbert
Empty coaches derail at Prison Point bridge yard
Two empty passenger cars in a string of coaches drawn from North Station into the Boston & Maine yard derailed at about 6 pm. One car cantled sideways, swinging by couplings until a wrecker righted them around 9 pm. The cause was blamed on a split switch.
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Stars of dramatic stage to shine in upcoming program
Prominent actors and opera soloists will headline the season opening event. The program features leading performers from major companies and promises a night of high artistry and memorable performances.
Danderine Promises Hair Rescue From Dandruff
An advertisement urges readers to try Danderine to remove dandruff and prevent hair loss. It highlights shinier hair and improved appearance, targeting individuals troubled by scalp flaking and thinning strands.
Danderine Promises Scalp Relief and Stronger Hair
A vintage advertisement touts Danderine as cooling and cleansing for feverish itchy scalps. It claims the tonic nourishes hair roots, stops shedding, and improves hair strength, shine, and thickness after several uses. A bottle costs a few cents at drug or toilet counters.
Arlington Theatre Matinee for The Outrageous Mrs Palmer
John Craig and Mary Young present four special professional matinee performances of the Gribbie comedy The Outrageotiy Mrs. Pals mer at the Arlington Theatre this afternoon. Next Monday night marks its 50th performance in Boston with many popular players and grand opera singers invited and already accepting.
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