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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1919
Page
8
Thirty thousand workers walked off the job after metal workers and employers failed to settle their dispute. The strike halted the citys transportation system and crucial services with firemen replaced by emergency crews and gas and water works staffed by citizens.
More than 60 unions joined the daylong strike after the first call at 11 a m by the Trace and Labor Council. Police urged to strike but ordered to stay on duty. no violence reported. Bread only available as bakers walk out. Over 200 volunteer firemen replace striking members. Canadian Pacific shops at Weston report 3000 workers striking, trains not affected. Telegraph operators stay on duty. Government says conciliation failed and action limited.
Florham Leader a two month Guernsey bull calf was sold at auction in Madison New Jersey for 25000 dollars, a new breed record. Oak Farms and Hugh Bancroft of Massachusetts combined to bid 10500 above the previous record. Among bidders was F Lothrop Ames of Boston.
Worcester May 15 Richard H Longs candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Governor was officially announced at a Democratic State committee dinner at the Bay State Hotel State Chairman Michael A OLeary introduced Long as the evening speaker Gaston and Cole were named as candidates but no definite announcements were made for them
Systemization and cooperation of the entire Democratic ticket was the keynote of the meeting. Local committees were urged to work booming men for offices from Governor down, regardless of immediate expectancies, to secure Democratic nominations in the primary. Mr Long stated confidence in a Democratic state and that sweeping the Commonwealth depends on organization and effort, matching Republican strength where they are strong.
Captain P. J. Wesson of the army chief signal office praised the New England telephone operators for bravery and efficiency in France. He noted six New England girls stayed at their posts during the St Michael drive and kept phones working after a shell tore the station roof.
The government yesterday made a semi annual interest payment on the second Liberty Loan, delivering a vast sum to investors in the first Federal Reserve district.
Mayor Peters backs a plan with Grayson Stetson to have second Liberty Bond holders exchange interest coupons for Thrift or War Savings Stamps. Post office will perform exchanges. stamps cashable in 10 days with notice. May 15 is target to boost Boston’s sales lead compared with neighboring cities.
Miss Elizabeth Ross of the Red Cross Public Health Nursing Service told graduate nurses at the Fenway Medical Library that rural areas lack adequate health care. She described the new service to place trained nurses in scattered districts and urged support to improve child health nationwide.
Lawrence reports Raymond Otis of 382 Andover Street arrested for manslaughter after allegedly striking a woman with his car on May 3 in Chelmsford. The victim died in Chelmsford today as the investigation continues.
The committee of the Boston Social Club and the policemen's organization will be reinforced by representatives of the Russell Fire Club. The latter group consists of privates in the Boston fire department aiding the push for a flat $200 raise for all grades.
A Russell Club board meeting last night discussed ongoing wage increases for workers. The regular wage committee, long pushing for higher pay, is expected to handle firemen raises. Officials declined to comment beyond noting the committee has not completed its report. The dispute centers on a $200 increase agreed months ago and applied via Mayor Peters in the new budget, which surprised many and sparked further dissatisfaction.
The Arlington Local of the American Legion is organized by recently discharged service members. They name the locals in honor of Lieutenant Warren E. Robinson of Arlington, who died in France last year. Temporary officers elected include Commander George H. McManus and vice commanders William E. Robinson Edward W. Cox. secretary William Barry. treasurer Lee A. Kelley. sergeant-at-arms Eugene A. McCarthy.
Walter E. Webb was fined 15 dollars in Methuen local court for larceny of gas from Lawrence Gas Company. He appealed and was held on 300 dollars bonds. The charge claimed Webb connected to the main and fed gas to his home via hose without the meter.
Whitingville May 15 Charles Mercier an 80 year old resident of East Douglas was held on a burning charge after his barn burned last night from a mysterious origin He was transported from Woonsocket R I to Massachusetts officers and admitted to 2000 bail for Uxbridge District Court tomorrow
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