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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1920
Page
4
Boston Elevated Railway officials investigated Labor Day’s incident where firefighters freed 8 year old Virginia Tirico whose hand was trapped under the escalator belt at the Har equity exit. This follows two prior child mishaps and aims to prevent further accidents.
Mr Dana outlines a plan to hire a technical expert to work on the problem and establish proper safeguards before the escalator is commissioned again. The overhaul aims to ensure safety and reliability prior to reopening the system to use.
Fifteen individuals and several steamship firms indicted Aug 80 on charges of conspiring to restrain trade under the Sherman Antitrust Act filed tentative not guilty pleas in Federal District Court New York. They were released on bonds of 5000 each and set Sept 21 to file final pleas.
In South Somerset Arthur Hewitt a diver for Crowns Inshield Shipbuilding Company drowned after a boat detached from a marine railway his help was lost in the accident at the yard on the riverbank authorities investigated the mishap leaving a tragic record for the crew and company.
Tague narrowly defeats Murley in a Democratic primary for the 10th district with help from East Boston votes and a strong Charlestown base led by Tom Green. Lomasney’s grip weakens as Tague gains women voters and national party support, signaling a likely mayoralty clash and a reshaped local power balance.
Congressman Peter F. Tague comments on his nomination, thanking supporters and intent on returning to Congress. He emphasizes past achievements and future plans to continue public service.
Medical authorities attribute most stomach trouble to excess hydrochloric acid. A simple remedy is a little Magnesia taken with meals to neutralize acidity and prevent gas and fermentation. It should be an antacid not a laxative and is widely used for relief.
Martin claims victory for Green in the district defeating bossism. He thanks male and newly voting women in the 10th district for their support and asserts Cambridge returns will confirm Green’s triumph ending Lomasney’s influence. He bids farewell to the asbestos curtain on Lomasney.
The piece denounces political tactics used to portray Congressman Tague as hostile to Ireland. It notes Tague aided Ireland and was praised by the Friends of Irish Freedom, while blasting rivals for spreading harmful circulars. Voters rejected the negative method and reasserted Tague's support.
In East Boston Tague strong, Murley carried Ward 2 heavily but trailed by about 100 in Ward 1. East Boston totals gave Murley a slim lead while Charlestown favored Tague by about 2300 votes.
Ha Wilansky began selling papers at a red corner near Columbus avenue and West Springfield street in the South End a few months ago and has worked there every morning for two months. He is 12 years old, in the sixth grade at Juna Ward Hows Grammar School, and lives at 16 Ottawa street Roxbury.
A testimonial from Spring 1893 describes muscular and inflammatory rheumatism relief after trying various remedies. Mark H. Jackson offers a free trial of a mysterious remedy, asking only for a name and address, with payment requested later if satisfied. He cites cures in elderly patients and urges sufferers to write for a free trial.
A severe earthquake in northern Italy hits Villa Collemandina and surrounding towns causing extensive destruction and many deaths. Reports confirm Villa Collemandina nearly wiped out with grave damage across Castiglione Fosciano Vaglia Camporgiano San Donnino Piazza al Serchio Poggio and Castagnola. Florence observatory notes the epicenter about 60 miles from Florence with heavy rescue and fire crews responding.
After a tremor the frightened residents stay in the open, seeking safety as rescuers work to restore order and reassure the anxious crowds. Local authorities urge calm and plan for shelter provisions and temporary housing.
Mrs. Sarah Goddard of 265 Shawmut avenue Mrs. Alice E Moran of 320 Shawmut avenue and Mrs. Mary A Harris of 42 East Newton street were nominated as Republican candidates for the House from the sixth district and were unopposed at the primaries. Now that the Republican women
Three well known South End women who have long avoided public life are forming a committee to work toward securing representation at the State House next term. The group plans earnest effort to elect at least one of them.
Lloyd George arrived in London from Lucerne traveling direct instead of via Paris as planned. The surprise visit occurred tonight and marks a sudden return to the capital for unspecified duties or meetings.
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