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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1920

Page

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Early Returns Reshape GOP Endorsement Fight in SD Primary

In Sioux Falls South Dakota on March 23 early returns from 359 of 1740 precincts show General Leonard Wood leading Frank O Lowden by 1156 votes with Senator Hiram Johnson close behind for second place. Miles Poindexter trails with scattered early votes as the contest among Wood Johnson Lowden and Poindexter for the Republican presidential endorsement unfolds.

Sioux Falls S. D Leonard Wood Hiram Johnson Frank O. Lowden Illinois Miles Poindexter South Dakota Wood Lowden Johnson Poindexter

Litigation escalates between Christian Science Church leaders

Yesterday interjected charges intensified the dispute between church directors and trustees, fueling a broader litigation battle. Details continued on page 12, third column.

Christian Science Emilie B. Hulin A. B. Frost Brooklyn N. Y Hulin Supreme Court of Massachusetts Christian Science Church Argu

White slave charge laid against Mary Medeiros in Bedford

Mary Medeiros alias Rose Medeiros alias Pearl Madden 19 of Fairhaven was arrested by Inspector Pieraccini on a white slavery charge. Molly McGuire 16 of County street and Nora Slattery 14 of County street said Medeiros enticed them from their homes after meeting at a Purchase street department store lounge. They traveled to Boston by a late train on March 6 and were taken to a hotel and introduced to men.

New Bedford Mary Medeiros Rose Medeiros Pearl Madden Chestnut Street Fairhaven Raphael Pieraccini Molly McGuire County Street Nora Slattery Medeiros Purchase Street Boston

Crown Prince Granted Island for Residence

The premier read to Parliament a royal decree granting the island of Wieringen as a residence for the former German crown prince. The decree, dated March 20, specifies residence without prejudice to future arrangements. The ruling was announced in The Hague on March 23.

the Hague Associated Press Wieringen

Red Army 50,000 Men Advance on Wesel Near Essen

The local executive council reports the entire industrial region around Essen is under control of revolutionary workers and a Red army of 50,000 is advancing on Wesel. The War Department disputes Admiral Sims on land force conduct while Bliss, U S representative, denies the admiral’s statements in the Supreme War Council.

Sims Navy Department War Department Tasker H. Bliss Supreme War Council Essen Germany Copenhagen Revolutionary Works Men Wesel

Boston police require residence within city by May first

Superintendent Crowley Ordered all new Boston police recruits to secure Boston residences by May 1. If they cannot, officers will be listed from their attached station house for a reasonable grace period. Many live outside the city due to housing costs, but the rule must be met.

Boston Force

Yesterday's Temperature Report Continues on Page 2

The newspaper extends yesterday's temperature report onto the second page with updated readings and regional figures. Readers are prompted to check the continuation for highs, lows, and regional variations across locales.

Inquest Opens Into Lord Mayor MacCurtain’s Killing

An inquest was opened in Cork into the assassination of Lord Mayor MacCurtain killed at his home last Saturday. Attorney for the next of kin claimed police involvement and said bullets found near the house resembled those used by local police. He noted a police uniform button found inside the mayor’s house and urged authorities to reveal barracks rosters. The inquest was adjourned to a later date.

Cork MacCurtain Liynch

Heavy defeat for communist forces in Koburg region

In Saxe Koburg Gotha on March 23 the Reichswehr commander reported a heavy defeat of communist forces with more than 1000 killed in the engagement.

Koburg Saxe-Koburg-Gotha Reichswehr

Georges Carpentier Arrives in New York the Welcomed Champion

French boxing champion Georges Carpentier landed in New York with his bride of three weeks and manager Francis Deschamps. The reception surpassed any given to Gaby Deslys, reflecting his status as Europe’s champion. He said he was pleased to reach the United States with the boxing world buzzing around his arrival.

New York Georges Carpentier Gaby Deslys Gaby Kingdom Portugal Georges British Empire Europe Francis Deschamps U. S

Bauer Makes Terms With Extremists In Germany

A Copenhagen despatch says the Bauer government reached sweeping concessions with extremists. A purely Socialist cabinet will be formed to restore order and hold general elections. Reichswehr troops to be withdrawn and Berlin workmen's guards formed.

Copenhagen London Times Reichswehr Berlin

Forecast Promises Warm Day Then Cooler Night

Weekend weather outlook says another fine day with warm daytime temperatures and a cooler night compared to last night. No rainfall expected and light winds likely across coastal regions.

Voting booths close as heavy statewide turnout predicted

Polls closed at five p m and candidates predicted a large statewide vote. Fair weather aided voting with many candidates nominated automatically due to lack of party opposition. The National Non Partisan League ticket was not on the ballot as independent filing time had elapsed. Secretary of State had not received any additional filings.

National Non-Partisan League South Dakota Secretary of State

World War I and early 20th century highlights in brief

Historical blurbs mark events from 1916 to 1918 including the Sussex torpedoing with 50 lives lost, German Somme advances, Rhode Island purchase from Indians in 1628, and the 1917 Massachusetts troops call. An anniversary note recalls the national women’s suffrage convention at St. Louis and the 7th Division welcome in Brooklyn. The steamship Comet fire on the Cumberland River is noted with a $20,000 loss.

Massachusetts Somme Rhode Island St. Louis Brooklyn N. Y Comet Cumberland River

Forecast for New England Weather Update

Forecasts show fair conditions in southern New England on Wednesday and Thursday with warmth on the islands. Northern New England expected to stay fair with Vermont warmer, Maine clouding Thursday and possible showers in New Hampshire and Vermont. Offshore winds from Sandy Hook to Hatteras will be moderate to fresh southwest or southeast with fair weather and potential showers Thursday night.

Washington New England Vermont Maine New Hampshire Atlantic Sandy Hook Hatteras New York

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