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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1920
Page
6
Bishop Lawrence recently back from the Lambeth conference spoke at British night at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul. The occasion honored the Anglican and Episcopal bishops and featured remarks on the recent England gathering.
A crowded church service led by Rev. Edward T. Sullivan featured a bishop’s address praising the Lincoln statue in Westminster and the enduring friendship between the United States and Great Britain. The bishop traced Lincoln’s English lineage and urged unity amid modern upheavals, noting England’s peaceful republic-like evolution.
Those named in Saturday night’s raid are confirmed as those involved with the fifth barrel of whiskey located. details indicate ongoing investigations and the continuation from the first page.
The fifth barrel tied to a Boston liquor ring was found in a Cambridge cellar after a raid. The recipient’s name was withheld as agents pursue ring leaders, with a new prosecution plan delaying arrests to build evidence for grand jury presentation.
Official counts from Korea in the current outbreak report fifteen thousand cholera cases and six thousand deaths in the epidemic area. The data reflect the severity of the health crisis sweeping the region centered around Tokio and Korean territories.
Details reveal Charles Chaplin facing a potential equity receivership tied to his British status and threats to leave the U S. Goldsmith seeks $1 million for The Kid while Mrs. Chaplin alleges discontent with Charlie’s socialist views. News notes Chaplin's hotel stay and distributor tensions as divorce proceedings unfold.
The Lord Mayor of Cork remained in severe pain with family at his bedside while visitors were limited at the prison. A Glasgow demonstration drew about 10,000 people in solidarity, with white-robed priests leading prayers for his recovery or repose if he dies. Also Bermondsey held a similar rally.
A massive Cork funeral for James Quirke, slain in Galway disturbances, draws about 6000 mourners. The parade, with Gaelic bands and clerical dignitaries, passes near the jail where hunger strikers die, while the city maintains order without soldiers in the streets.
Harold Barry former Cork high sheriff received a London Irish office message to meet Cork police heads immediately to review government case against John Hennessy and Joseph Murphy who claims American citizenship. Barry searches for a young friend of Hennessy who says he can prove a full alibi for the dying hunger striker. He hopes to secure Hennessy’s release and possibly others tonight if witnesses are found.
Maine voters face county and state officer elections with no U S Senate race. Republicans predict a 30 000 statewide plurality, while Democrats claim a small majority. Women voters play a new role with about 90 000 registered. Governor candidates Parkhurst and McIntire lead, four Republican congressmen seek re election, and the legislature likely remains Republican. Polls open 6 to 10 am and close at 6 pm with forecasts calling for fair weather.
Mrs Chaplin seeks divorce but decides to drop action and retain counsel to protect 50 percent of Chaplin’s assets dating from their marriage October 23 1918. Lawyer Goldsmith notes Chaplin is reportedly worth about 3 million dollars with part held in brother Sydney Chaplin’s name. A conference with both counsels is scheduled for tomorrow at 2 PM to negotiate a settlement satisfactory to Mrs Chaplin.
Berrigan of 73 Malden Street and a companion accepted a ride with two strangers on Pleasant Street near First Universalist Church. The pair drove to Spot Pond and Wyoma, where Miss Berrigan leaped out unharmed, while the other girl reportedly was pitched from the vehicle and badly injured. Police issued an alert.
Police pursue the two young men and their automobile with strong charges expected. The notice emphasizes swift action and serious accusations against the suspects.
Simultaneous strikes were acknowledged at miners headquarters with Sept 28 named as the walkout date. Steps are underway to secure United Mine Workers to join, aiming to halt most U S mines and to import American coal into England during the strike.
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