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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1921
Page
4
The Cambridge Committee on Unemployment voted to extend the period of registration for the unemployed at city fire houses and City Hall until Nov. 12. The decision followed a City Hall meeting last Tuesday evening. Returns show no excess unemployment beyond normal times yet.
The Cambridge committee urges all male residents to register at nearest fire house by November 12 to guide relief planning while keeping cards private. They note falling material costs and advise signing early contracts for building within a year or 80, expecting prices to rise next summer. The group solicits property owners to perform repairs now and lists trades registered for help.
The French steamer Asia of the Fabre Line reached Commonwealth Pier in South Boston after a 34 day voyage from Beirut Jaffa Smyrna Valencia Almeria and Marseilles. Stormy seas delayed her by 48 hours. Many Syrians and Armenians aboard had lived in the U S and returned to Asia Minor to find missing relatives. Kas Khoury the Greek Orthodox priest returns after 36 years to reunite with his congregation. He will spend his twilight years in the city with his two sons.
Sarnia Ontario reports that American immigration officials allege many aliens are being smuggled across border ports along the St. Clair river. Entry into the United States today requires the most rigid examination.
Charles S. Baxter releases a statement denying any political relation with James Curley and declares his own campaign aimed at a nonpartisan, businesslike Boston administration. He claims Murphy is mistaken and asserts he will win broad support from both Republicans and Democrats seeking sane governance and employment prosperity.
A letter to the editor argues savings departments established by trust companies were meant to protect depositors. It contends funds moved between departments should be returned and that state priority over other depositors is unlikely. A savings depositor signs, dated Nov 4.
Funeral rites in Rome for the unknown Italian dead were held with a solemn high mass at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. Cardinal O Connell led the ceremony and paid tribute to the Italian unknown as Allied representatives and local officials attended. A wreath was later laid at General Washington’s monument in the Public Garden.
Elaborate ceremonies are planned by President John J. Fitz gerald and Secretary William F. Brophy to dedicate Frank W. Krigel Square in the West End this afternoon at the Cambridge and Chambers streets corner. Krigel served with the old 10th Company C A C National Guard and later with the unit in the Federal service.
Paul E. Jackson 22 of Boston was arrested by Clinton police for driving his car on the High street sidewalk for 35 feet in front of stores. The former Harvard Tennis team member drove to the sidewalk on a dare from three companions. He works for Lancaster mills earning $15 weekly and was bailed by mill agent Arthur R. Nickerson. He faces morning arraignment before Judge Jonathan Swift.
Police placed a man under arrest after turning onto a highway incident with companions whose names were withheld. No further details were provided on the others involved.
Pianist Silvio Scionti offered a compelling Boston debut in Jordan Hall with Liszt and Chopin, praised for warmth and personal insight. Critics noted rare vitality in Liszt's Sonata with some minor technical flaws likely to improve, and highlighted Brahms Intermezzo, Schumann Spring Night, Casella and Sowerby pieces as engaging novelties.
Jacob Tarplin of 31 State Street faced a rent committee hearing over rent hikes at 23 Belvidere Street Back Bay with increases from 36 to 60 dollars. He threatened to shut off heat and water and to board up the property while Secretary Ellis warned of court action to enforce the law as tenants prepared to seek relief. Rent rises affect Annie Stahl Lucy Adams Mary Kiley and Albert Bradley with higher monthly charges.
George D. Cooper proprietor of Ye Surf House at Old Orchard was beaten by three men and robbed of 496 at the Windsor Hotel in Portland this afternoon. Three suspects named Foley Welch and Sullivan were arrested nearby as they tried to flee toward Union Station. police report over 400 recovered and they will be arraigned tomorrow morning.
Arlington National Cemetery will observe Armistice Day with a two minute silence at noon as an army bugle sounds Attention. A nationwide pause declared by the President will honor nameless soldiers who died in France.
War Department releases the burial program at Memorial Amphitheatre Arlington. Secretary Weeks acts as host. Marine Band leads in America. President Harding delivers the sole address over the casket. A Metropolitan Opera quartet performs The Supreme Sacrifice. Singers include Rosa Ponselle Jeanne Gordon Morgan Kingston William Gustafson.
The event features conferred honors on the unknown soldier including the Medal of Honor and Distinguished Service Cross by President Harding and other high officials. Foreign leaders such as Marshal Foch and Baron Jacques will present various decorations. A hymn, readings, and songs cap the ceremony before the casket is moved to the crypt. Guards, salutes, bugle calls, and a 21 gun national salute conclude the rites.
The Middlesex Bar Association council will hear the grievance committee report on whether to seek disbarment of Nathan A. Tufts former Middlesex County district attorney. The session takes place at the association president Samuel L. Powers office.
E. S. Baberge of 180 Adams St Malden Mass says Tanlac cured his indigestion after meals and gas bloating. He reports weight gain improved nerves and sleep and compares his health to that of a prizefighter. Tanlac sold in Boston by Liggett Drug Stores.
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