08 Nov 1921
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1921
Page
1
The piece argues that every parent whose son survived the war owes gratitude to Marshal Foch for halting the slaughter. It notes those who lost a son in France feel a deeper sympathy because Foch sacrificed his own son on the battlefield.
The speaker urges gratitude or sympathy for a renowned World War figure and calls for a memorable Boston visit to honor the man, highlighting public support and emotional connection during his forthcoming appearance.
In Atlantic City on November 7 United News reports a hen that has adopted a homeless black kitten as its chick brood grows. While Mrs Alberta Rogers fed her flock the hen clucked over the foundling beneath its wing, and the kitten refuses to leave the foster mother for a house.
Walter Hardman, a Boston College High School cadet, was struck in the left index finger when a rifle discharged during a drill. The weapon, not meant to be loaded, fired by accident. Hardman received treatment at City Hospital and returned home to 28 East Springfield Street.
The much revised tax revision bill passed the Senate at 1 35 a m after a 15 hour session. It must still clear conference with the House before reaching the President. Earlier the Senate rejected the two remaining soldier bonus amendments and moved to settle other amendments.
The session debated Simmons and McKellar amendments to use part of foreign debt interest to fund adjusted veterans' pay. Both amendments were decisively defeated. Lenroot’s amendment taxes 100 percent of net stock gains, instead of 40 percent under the committee bill. He argued the change closes tax loopholes for stock gamblers and allows stock dividend conversions to cash to dodge tax on 60 percent of gains.
In London Sir James Craig summons his Ulster cabinet after a long talks with Lloyd George. The British government proposals on the Irish settlement are nearing a climax and may force a shift in leadership if Ulster rejects them.
The Ulster cabinet will be represented at the meeting by key ministers including the finance minister and the health minister, with participation from other senior officials. The list signals a coordinated approach to forthcoming policy discussions.
Brigadier General Edward L. Logan who heads the American Legion Entertainment committee announced last night that Marshal Foch will arrive in Boston on Monday at 11 40 a m instead of 9 o clock as first planned. He cited pressure from admirers in Providence and surrounding towns to welcome France's idol and said new plans would be made today to entertain the marshal during his Boston visit.
North Attleboro residents vote 286 to 82 at Red Men's Hall to switch from a three selectmen and overseers of the poor form to a town manager government. An ennobling act application will be sent to the Legislature's next session.
A young woman about 25 to 28 years old killed herself in a Massachusetts avenue lodging house after registering under a false name. Her body lay in a gas-filled room with doors and windows blocked by blankets. investigators worked to identify her.
The register she signed on reading the room late Saturday afternoon is inscribed with the details of the engagement.
Eleven year old Chester Brault was bitten and knocked unconscious by a large brown dog on Zeigler Street near his Roxbury home. Police arrived as the animal fled. Brault was hospitalized with a possible skull fracture.
Captain Herbert Gordon, removed Saturday from the Cambridge force, must apply for a hearing to Chief John J. McBride by 7 p.m. tomorrow or lose his position. The three day Civil Service window ends tomorrow evening. the move follows the Tufts removal case, with Attorney General Allen advising the Chief to act.
Daniel H. Coakley remains silent on supplementary charges in disbarment cases. He has not engaged a defense attorney and a hearing date is forthcoming, with media reports noting the court schedule.
Attor ney Robert G. Dodge filed charges in the session presided by Judge Edward P. Pierce The court also set Wednesday as the date for a revised petition by Mr Coakley for a change of venue or related relief.
Brookline health committee rejects petition by Corey Hill residents to close four private hospitals Summit Hospital Rainbow Sanatorium Brookline Hospital and Mrs Carter's Home. Jurisdiction lies with the Legislature. sanitation deemed satisfactory.
Washington, Nov 7 United News reports an American soldier marching through a city toward the dock to sail to France. The streets are festooned with flags and streamers while townsfolk cheer God speed and good luck. The war mood is at its peak and Americans unite in sacrifice.
The Bureau of Standards announces a device that records the sound of a human breath or heartbeat on a steel wire for later accurate reproduction. Built for the Army Medical Service, it uses a telephone transmitter and stethoscope, amplifies heartbeats, and imprints sounds as varying magnetization on a wound wire.
A khaki clad marching boy imagines a hero’s welcome and eventual return home. His mind dwells on battle fear, death, and the clearest goal of homecoming as crowds cheer to mark his journey back.
Jeremiah E. Burke of Ashmont was chosen last week as acting superintendent and was named last night for the permanent post to fill the late Thompson's unexpired term to 1924. The appointment maintains Thompson era policies with a $10,000 salary. Miss Curtis changed her vote from Ballou to Burke during the decisive meeting.
Brief item notes various historical milestones: deposed government in Russia, American forces in action near Sedan, a Chicago judge named to a baseball tribunal, and General Nivelle’s arrival in New York City, all marked as one year past.
Forecast issued from Washington notes Partly cloudy and colder Tuesday for New England with unsettled Wednesday. High pressure remains over western Canada and northern states. Local snow reported in northern border states. coldest weather of the season noted along the northern border. Winds shift to northeast and east near the Atlantic, with overcast skies.
Today's forecast calls for mostly fair conditions with little warming. Forecasters warn of a sharp drop tonight making temperatures notably colder.
Recorded at Thompson's Spa with times from morning and evening. Average temperature yesterday was 43 with 18 to 24 reading, and the page notes the average temperature one year ago as 42 in the same range.
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