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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1919
Page
9
The geological survey reports a likely coal shortage next winter with the supply short by 84,000,000 tons on August 1 compared with the same date last year. The outlook is not optimistic as the nation reviews coal production and reserves.
From April 1 to August 16 anthracite output reached 33,976,000 gross tons, 11 percent below the same period in 1918 when production totaled 38,237,570 gross tons. Bituminous coal last year moved 585,000,000 tons, 1917 about 550,000,000. Projected bituminous demand for the year stands near 530,000,000 with 250,000,000 produced so far. Stock from last year totals 80,000,000 tons, leaving 250,000,000 to be produced by January 1, about 19 weeks away, at roughly 11,000,000 tons weekly.
Radical Socialist delegates threaten to bolt and join the Communists as a national emergency convention continues in Chicago. Police eject radicals after clashes with conservatives amid disputed delegates and routine business for Day Two.
Washington on August 31 reports a shift in the Senate fight over the peace treaty from reservations to defeating the whole proposition and replacing it with a simple resolution endorsing peace with Germany.
The irreconcilables gain strength with Lodge and Knox aligning against the League of Nations. They unite with Borah Johnson Brandegee Fall to oppose the treaty, arguing U S obligations abroad threaten independence. Democrats fear strong opposition could wreck ratification.
A three day celebration in honor of St. Anthony began yesterday and continued today in Lawrence. The program included a solemn high mass at the Church of the Holy Rosary followed by a parade of church societies and children. The event will conclude tomorrow evening with a large fireworks display.
The event opens Sept 2 with 50 models displaying American and continental fashions. A $1000 bridal gown and veil by a Boston firm will premiere on stage along with lingerie and travel suits. The show promotes American style with Paris as a benchmark and features a perfect American fall bride.
In Brockton on August 31 police led by Lt. Daniel T. Guerin seized 944 bottles totaling 110 gallons of beer from a craps game at 731 North Montello Street. All beer exceeded 4 3 percent strength and participants escaped through a second door as officers arrived. The house is said to be occupied by Mary Bolitis and Lizie Kakstis.
Reverend Kirsopp Lake of Harvard Divinity School urged Arlington Street Church to raise clergy salaries. He argued current pay keeps ministers in semi poverty and deters qualified men from entering the ministry, noting a growing gap with professionals of similar ability.
Cardinal O Connell names Rev William E Conroy to associate directorship of the diocesan press. He joins Rev Mark C Driscoll and Rev Francis J Spellman in strengthening the Pilot as the church paper of the diocese. Rev Thomas J McDonough moves to St James Cathedral to fill the vacancy.
Washington reports heightened security for the Presidents upcoming tour. Secret Service, advance party, and careful auditorium checks aim to keep the Chief Executive safe, with a pilot engine ahead of the presidential train from Union Station.
In New York an infamous club known for sheltering men from alimony payments has closed. The club previously offered six months of refuge at Ludlow Street facilities, but a constitutional amendment now requires ongoing alimony payments or jail, ending the club’s era of legal evasion.
The Abbe Ernest Dimner, a French author and professor of English literature in Paris, appeals to American supporters for contributions to his scholarly work and literary projects. He seeks aid to fund research and publication efforts.
Joseph A. Conry, a Democratic attorney general candidate, urges a shakeup of Massachusetts government in an open letter to voters. He argues for reforms and criticizes current legislature.
Glenn E. Plumb, who presented to Congress the railroad workers plan for national rail operation, will address New England railroad men at Faneuil Hall in Boston on September 21.
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