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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1921
Page
1
A solemn procession from the Capitol to the tomb carries the Unknown Soldier amid mourning scenes and a national tribute. President Wilson delivers a peace plea as allied heroes march, and the country unites in honoring the silent host who died overseas.
The armament conference opening in Washington is described as vital to Americans and not merely academic. The piece argues that without a world peace understanding, another war could follow, with many expecting conflict regardless of the conference outcomes.
The Marshal Foch Gift Fund solicitation continues with a last call for contributions. A Waltham watch has been chosen as the token to be presented under the Washington Elm Tree. Continued on page 4 third column.
Washington correspondent Robert L. Norton laid a cluster of American Beauty roses on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington in a tribute on Veterans Day on behalf of the Boston Post and its readers.
President Woodrow Wilson and General Pershing walked behind the caisson of the unknown soldier to a silent, reverent crowd in Washington as millions watched the public ceremony unfold. The pageant highlighted enduring national memory and leadership.
Charles Ponzi, the famed financial schemer, is to have an operation at Massachusetts General Hospital after being moved from Plymouth jail. He has stomach pains and X rays indicate ulcers.
Mrs. Albert Wilder of 873 Huntington Avenue says a stranger forced into her room early morning. A small pet monkey, perched on a table, sprang to defend her and bit the intruder on the leg, causing him to flee. Neighbors corroborate, police not notified, husband away.
Masses paid homage to the dead and thanked God for the Armistice in the World War with ceremonies in Boston and across Greater Boston and New England. Thousands gathered on Boston Common before the Parkman bandstand with Mayor Peters and the Massachusetts American Legion staff leading the solemn events in a scene described as awe inspiring and historic.
Under starry skies a soldier from the wars lies in a narrow stone tomb in France no longer. His body rests but his spirit joins the American pledge and the nation vows to honor him wherever liberty is cherished.
Albert Faucher aged 11 was shot in the right side while walking with Ernest Ainier off Ideal road near the Grafton road. Police hunt two men seen 200 yards ahead. one allegedly fired from a knee. Faucher is at City Hospital listed as dangerous.
A dated digest notes German forces retreat near Yaer in 1914, Allied ministerial talks in Athens on Greek stance if troops retreat in 1916, and a year ago Yugoslavia signs Italy pact. Mentions Austria seeking League of Nations, Cork jail hunger strike ended by Arthur Griffith, plus vehicle lights at 4 56 tonight.
Readable text highlights a dramatic moment in Boston described as unparalleled. The report hints at a scene unfolding across pages with references to a continuation on Page 7 Fourth Coh, signaling a prompt for readers to seek the next installment.
President Harding paused during a White House review to salute Medal of Honor recipients as Wilson rode by in his carriage. Harding removed his hat and Wilson returned the gesture amid cheering crowds.
French delegation members Briand and Viviani met with Senator Lodge at his residence for an hour and a half to discuss the armament conference and its likely course. Both expressed satisfaction with the result. Viviani is an old acquaintance of Lodge. Briand had his first lengthy talk with the Senate leader.
Ernest B. Hughes once head nurse at Medfield Sanatorium is linked to the death of Miss Jennie Ethel McArthur in a Massachusetts rooming house. Hughes told a reporter he had love for Miss McArthur and that jealousy played a role in the tragedy.
Forecast shows rain along the coast and snow or rain inland on Saturday, with fair and colder conditions Sunday. Disturbances from the Great Lakes and Missouri Valley move eastward, bringing strengthening northwest winds and cooler air to the region. Fresh winds shift to the northwest with gusts as rains persist Saturday.
Forecast calls for unsettled conditions with rain or snow chances today and tonight. Cooler temperatures expected by tonight with a drop in highs and brisk winds.
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