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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1920
Page
11
Harry Barker of the federal secret service said two colored men operated in Providence selling about two counterfeit two dollar bills as twenty dollar notes. Authorities fear the offenders may move toward Boston as the scheme is uncovered.
Springfield hosts a premier horse show September 19 to 26 under Eastern States Exposition direction. Noted entrants from Massachusetts, Philadelphia, and Chicago compete with Imperial stables, include Liggett daughters and Eleonora Sears Beverly Farms entries. Strong draft classes feature Vercherons Clydesdales and Belgians, plus large six horse hitches from major firms.
Miss Leona Yeazell was appointed deputy sheriff by Sheriff James Welsh of Clark County in Springfield Ohio. This is believed to be the first appointment of a woman deputy sheriff in the state.
An investigation into alleged inefficiency by Washington War Risk Insurance Bureau officials will be instituted immediately. State Legion headquarters said state officials blame them for delaying compensation claims of ex service men in Massachusetts.
James T. Duane announced that no expense will be spared in a Massachusetts inquiry. Paul R. Keating reports hundreds of complaints from ex service men awaiting government compensation, with many near destitution after months of delay.
A dis charged veteran of 1917 and a totally disabled man receive no compensation, and a wounded husband entitled to 80 dollars monthly gets only 9.50. Many applicants for compensation report no replies, prompting State legion officials to fault Washington while praising Boston offices led by Major Murphy for efforts.
The Jamaica Plain Knights of Columbus will hold their annual lawn party tomorrow with proceeds aiding local charitable activities and community programs in Jamaica Plain and surrounding areas.
Tomorrow afternoon at the Columbus Club grounds in Jamaica Plain, a program of athletic events features prizes and a 10 mile road race sanctioned by the N E A A U. The event, starting late in the afternoon, draws several local runners of prominence, with proceeds aiding the council fund for a new building.
Detective Larry Welch of the Expressman's League tried to round up three alleged merchandise thieves on Washington Street late yesterday. After tussling in the street he captured the largest, William Spencer, a seaman, as police say the trio planned to steal call slips at the express office and then collect packages around town.
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