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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1920
Page
6
Governor Cox says he does not oppose a cash bonus for ex service men but backs the home aid plan endorsed in the Democratic platform as the best current form of help. He calls veterans' demand for compensation one of the most meritorious for fair play before the government.
Federal Judge Garvin in Brooklyn upholds decisions that seizure of liquor without a search warrant violates the Fourth Amendment. The ruling draws bar attention and fuels speculation that it could end attempts to try Volstead act violators on informations and improperly seized liquor.
Advertisement claims insomnia is a symptom of thin blood and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a non alcoholic tonic to build blood supply. It promises natural sleep and renewed vigor with weekly postpaid supply from Schenectady New York for 60 cents per box and a free booklet on blood building.
Chicago battle over the Senate probe into Governor Cox charges that Republicans sought to raise 15 million dollars to influence the electorate. The investigation aims to determine if campaign funds were used to sway voters in the Illinois capital.
The committee plans to reconvene on September 22 in an eastern city chosen by Chairman Kenyon. Republicans push Pittsburgh to probe liquor interests in the Democratic nominee's campaign while Democrats seek New York to pursue Cox charge investigations. Senator Edge asserts Democrats failed to substantiate Cox's charges. Senator Reed calls any comment indecent.
The Bay State Quartet will sing at the Porter Square Universalist Church in Cambridge at 10 30 a m with Rev Lucius R Paige preaching on The Puritan's Spirit and Today's Task Sun day school opens at 10 30 a m and main school at noon Rev Donald B Aldrich joins Cathedral Church of St Paul and will lead most Sunday afternoon services and Bible classes Roxbury Presbyterian dedicates a new organ in memory of five members who died in World War I Dr Young preaches at community service Free Baptist Church rally Sunday set for Sept 2 by Allston Church minister Manley Allbright
The State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration awarded wage hikes for Live Poultry Dealers' Association workers in Boston. Those earning under 80 dollars weekly gain 10 percent, while those earning 30 dollars or more weekly receive a 5 percent rise. The petition sought 15 percent for over 36 dollars and 10 percent for over 35 dollars.
An 11 cent per hour raise retroactive to May 1 was accepted by workers across the Bay State system. Back pay totals about $500,000, and the yearly payroll rises by roughly $1,400,000 beyond prior levels.
Public trustees say a 21 1/2 percent wage increase for Eastern Massachusetts Street Railway workers will raise annual operating costs by over 1.4 million dollars and require back wages of more than 500 thousand dollars. Fare changes will be announced within 48 hours to fund the raise, with riders in Lynn, Salem, Brockton, Chelsea, and other districts bearing the impact.
Camden New Jersey September 10 Benny Leonard lightweight champion stopped K O Loughlin of Bethlehem Pennsylvania in the ninth round of a scheduled twelve round bout in Camden tonight.
Relatives of John Duffy a 22 year old veteran killed in an automobile wreck at Smithtown New Hampshire after 1am may request a special investigation to uncover facts about the crash and circumstances surrounding Duffy's death.
In Ireland the cabinet remains opposed to releasing Terence MacSwiney despite Sinn Fein pressure as hunger strikes enter fifth week. Mary MacSwiney reports no hearing for relief efforts at the Trades Union Congress and warns of no tolerance for further outrages or threats to force government action.
The Pilot argues Terence MacSwiney’s detention shows British brutality toward Irish freedom seekers. It compares him to Emmet and Washington, accusing Lloyd George’s government of public brutality in its handling of the Cork crisis.
The Ulster League of North America sent a telegram to Premier Lloyd George asserting that Irish sympathy for McSwiney is manufactured propaganda. They claim only a small portion of Americans support it and urge a halt to misrepresentation while pledging to promote law and order and enlightenment. The message is dated Boston September 10, 1920 and signed by James Ray president.
London reports Sir Hamar Greenwood received Sinn Fein threats of Irish Republic courts trying Lord Mayor MacSwiney after any death in Brixton jail. A British cabinet official cited global appeals for MacSwiney release and argued restraint would stay firm to avoid emboldening violence.
The father of 19 year old Sean Hennessy agreed to allow the nuns under government physician direction to attempt to sustain his life until proofs of his innocence can be presented to the government. The doctor said Hennessy and three others Burke O Reilly and Donovan were in critical condition and survival would be unlikely even if released now.
London report cites Guy's Hospital physician stating after four weeks abstinence from food the Lord Mayor risks collapse unless he resumes eating. He notes likely no nourishing protein in water and that his hydration strengthens him significantly.
In Portsmouth on September 10 the Trades Union Congress rejected bringing up Lord Mayor MacSwiney's release. A delegate sought a government reply but the president declined to discuss the issue, noting only a down tools policy could be passed. The congress backed the ruling and left the matter off agenda.
A Dublin dispatch says Tullow County Carlow police fired on the town in retaliation after a constable was shot dead. Buildings were set ablaze as terrified residents fled to open ground. The coroner found jurors ignored the inquest summons.
Paris police say they will interview Jack Pickford brother of Mary Pickford and husband of Olive Thomas along with a woman friend who accompanied her on a Montmartre visit after Miss Thomas is said to have taken poison. Captain Catrou leads the inquiry as investigators question Ritz Hotel staff and Montmartre venues.
The body of Olive Thomas will lie in state at a Paris church. Jack Pickford mourns his wife amid rumors denied of a break. Doctors say mercury poisoning from a mistake by Dr. Joseph Choate caused the tragedy, with swift onset after exposure.
Advert describes Noonan's Hair Petrole as a scalp nourishing dressing that clears dandruff feeds the scalp and adds gloss. It claims noticeable improvement after several applications and cites price of one dollar with purchase options from stores or direct from T Noonan & Sons of Boston.
Jack Pickford found his wife in serious condition Sunday night and rushed her to the American Hospital. Despite staff efforts and her husband at her side, the overdose of mercury from a prescribed medicine caused her death in Paris after a period of nerve strain and heavy work.
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