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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1920

Page

4

Prices of shoes to be lower later next winter

Edward A. Brand, secretary of the Tanners' Council of the United States, told a Senate inquiry that shoe prices should fall late next winter and into spring and early summer 1921 if leather stays cheap. He cited ample leather stocks, reduced foreign demand, and retailers buying cautiously.

Washington Edward A. Brand Tanners’ Council of the United States Senate Committee of Mr. Brand Brand Armour Swift Wilson

Ordinations at Cathedral June 3 Held by Bishop Anderson

Bishop Anderson will officiate ordinations at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on June 3. Minor orders will be conferred at the Diocesan Seminary on June 1 and 2 with ceremonies starting at 9 a.m. Rt. Rev. Mer. John B. Peterson and seminary faculty will assist. The bishop will administer confirmation to large classes at the cathedral next Monday at 10 a.m.

Anderson Cathedral of the Holy Cross Mer John B. Peterson St. Cecilia's Church

Secret of Beautifying Hair With Noonan's Petrole

Some women know the secret of enhancing hair beauty by keeping the scalp clean and healthy with Noonan's Hair Petrole. The antiseptic and stimulating formula removes perspiration and dandruff, tones follicles, and boosts the hair's natural gloss. Barbers charge 15 cents per application, or buy the bottle for a dollar from T. Noonan & Sons in Boston.

Noonan T. Noonan & Sons Portland Street Boston

Marker exhibit on hero graves at Malden Legion meeting

Malden Post 69 American Legion will display a memorial marker designed for hero graves at a meeting tonight at 106 Ferry Street Malden. National Vice Commander Chambers of Winthrop will speak urging a veteran bonus as part of the event. The 10 inch diameter marker features a gold brown and blue embossed pattern and is shown with small American flags and silk ribbons.

Malden American Legion Post 69 Ferry Street Chambers Winthrop

Merriam Named President of Carnegie Institution

Professor John C. Merriam of the University of California was elected president of the Carnegie Institution of Washington to succeed Dr. Robert S. Woodward who retires at year’s end after sixteen years of service.

Merriam Carnegie Institution Washington John C. Merriam University of California Carnegie Institution of Washington Robert S. Woodward

Rent Scandal in Dorchester Uncovered in Tenants Dispute

Dorchester tenants at 114 Hancock Street allege blind speculation by new owners Hyman Greenfield and Louis Plotkin. They claim rent hikes of 5 to 10 dollars were unjust, while owners’ attorney says purchases were based on agent statements. Special arbiter Herbert Ellis notes potential 7 to 23 percent returns on equity and recommends mediation leading to a compromise.

Hancock Street Dorchester Hyman Greenfield Louis Plotkin Harrison Avenue Herbert E. Ellis Ellis

Frozen beef urged for Boston sale at low prices

Army officers at the South Boston base report frozen beef is selling in New York and could be introduced to Boston to cut living costs. They stress the meat is not inferior and would be priced around 1012 cents per pound, with many beef items already frozen for wider distribution.

Boston South Boston New York Army Base

Roxbury Thieves Rob Roxbury Pawnshop on Washington Street

Police seek a gang after thieves smashed a plate glass window at 21386 Washington Street in Roxbury near Dudley Street and took a showcase worth 200 dollars. The break occurred shortly after 1 AM, and investigators link the crime to a series of thefts reported in the area over the past month.

Dudley Street Roxbury Joseph Sonnabend Washington Street Dudley Square

Commencement Exercises at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy

Commencement exercises were held yesterday at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. Rev H Grant Person delivered the address to the graduates while Leslie Barnes Barrett gave the valedictory. Over 40 received Ph D degrees and several earned pharmaceutical chemist degrees. Leslie Burnes Barrett won highest honors.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy H. Grant Leslie Barnes Barrett Leslie Burnes Barrett

Bristol Rubber Plant Closed by Strike

The National India Rubber Company plant in Bristol Rhode Island closed its mills completely today at the request of striking employees. Clerical workers and repair staff had remained on the job since the May 14 walkout.

Bristol R. I National India Rubber Company

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