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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1921
Page
2
Lloyd Reese of New York died after slipping from a rope ladder while attempting to transfer between two airplanes in midair. The accident occurred as crowds watched the veteran flyer perform the stunt on the upper wing. Reese had previously completed the maneuver in public exhibitions.
Ex mayor James M Curley fights to stop the deportation of Mary Joyce a 20 year old Irish girl living with Mr and Mrs John Conley in South Boston. Joyce was temporarily admitted on bond then placed in a convent. Immigration officials split with Curley over an extension and the girl faces forced departure with return fare to Ireland. Writs and legal action loom as supporters rally behind Curley with church and AOH endorsement.
Cambridge celebrated its 75th anniversary with speeches on the Cambridge Common. Governor Cox lauded the citys historic roots, educational leadership, and wartime service while noting Cambridge's ongoing youth and progress. The event featured remarks by Rep Frederick W Dallinger and local officials and included religious services across churches.
Miss Joyce, first Irish emigrant in New England denied entry for failing literacy tests under the Dillingham Burnett act. Curley called the ruling a potential landmark and said he will seek a Supreme Court review if needed. An appeal was filed after Ellis Island refused admission despite good character and family ties.
The Cambridge Historical Society announces speakers Professor Albert Bushnell Hart of Harvard and T Harrison Cummings city librarian Cambridge for an event at Sanders Theatre tomorrow evening. Public school exercises will occur tomorrow at 11 oclock with remarks from prominent city figures. Over 35000 people are expected in the parade starting Wednesday at 10 from Porter Square North Cambridge and ending at the Charles River Esplanade after roaming main streets.
An article notes a breach of truce as a major threat in Ireland, mentioning a Dublin charter holder whose father was the late Sergeant Major and describing a marriage to Annie Vivanti an Italian poetess.
Ireland’s Sinn Fein taps experts including Mr Charters and Dr George O'Brien to handle local government and legal questions as truce breaches rise. Eamon Duggan leaves Ireland for London with Murphy to join talks at Downing Street while Michael Collins is due in London tomorrow.
William H. Tierney twenty a seaman first class on the submarine K-2 died at Chelsea Naval Hospital from a knife wound in the abdomen believed accidental. Tierney and two companions had returned from shore leave when the submarine lurched causing a slip and fall. They sought first aid and he was transferred to the naval hospital as officials planned an investigation.
The Boston Sunday Post Magazine presents The Purple Diamond a new detective tale by Hugh Pendexter featuring Jeff Fanchon. Readers follow the classic mystery with sharp clues and suspenseful plotting.
In Springfield last night James C. Grant 71 and his daughter in law Mrs. James Grant 42 were fatally injured when struck by an automobile. Both died early today in a hospital. Gaston Ravens of 223 Jefferson Street Hartford Conn was arrested on a charge of reckless driving.
George Peters of Malden 29 is on the danger list at J B Thomas Hospital Peabody after a Danvers automobile crash early Sunday. His car left Maple street near the Essex County Agricultural School and struck a tree. Two other men were with him. names not released. Peters has a fractured skull and hip.
A suit described in dark red velour features an inner sleeve lined with black caracul. The garment emphasizes rich contrast between exterior fabric and interior lining.
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