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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1912
Page
5
A new novelty at Tremont Temple debuts next Monday with Italian made films illustrating Homer’s Odyssey. The screenings will show famous characters and scenes from the epic, with afternoon and evening showings and a strictly limited engagement.
An old advertisement touts Poslam as a universal cure for eczema and many skin conditions including acne psoriasis herpes and itch. It claims rapid relief of itching blemishes and promises a clear complexion overnight with Poslam and Poslam Soap sold by druggists.
Unease grows in the city as the May 1 deadline nears for liquor license renewals. Reports say 10 to 30 dealers may have licenses refused for alleged violations of the bar and bottle law. Police say complaints were sent to license commissioners who refuse further details.
The licensing board keeps the list of dealers under secrecy but reports a quiet warning has been sent to some firms that renewal under their current names will be futile.
Hugh B. McShane of 178 Seventh Street South Boston was arraigned in South Boston District Court yesterday on drunkenness and assault on a Boston Elevated conductor. He was found guilty and fined five dollars on each charge.
Lola Porter aged 42 of 1251 Tremont Street Roxbury is in City Hospital in critical condition after taking poison in a personal crisis at her lodging shortly after 1 am yesterday, police said.
Professor Edwin T. Cole allied with Technology presents a gift of 500 books from his collection to the Tech Union. The donation spans many literary branches and includes numerous rare works.
Fire Chief Ritchie plans a motor driven craft for patrol and inspection duties. Lamb and Co. in South Boston build a 25 foot private launch with cedar planking and Western oak frames. A Palmer 20 horsepower engine will reach about 12 miles per hour and a chemical engine berth will be added. Delivery aimed by May 1 if orders proceed.
City Council voted 8 to 1 to cooperate with Mayor Fitzgerald in urging the legislative committee on rules to admit a bill expanding St James avenue from Park square to Copley square. After debate the council approved a petition form for the legislature, Buckley dissenting.
In executive session the Boston City Council heard supporters of widening St James Avenue. The Mayor, Alderman Bangs, and Chamber of Commerce members urged legislative consideration with council input. They noted no time limit for acceptance and discussed terms with New Haven railroad beneficiaries. The council approved moved funds for civic projects and preservation measures around Copley Square.
Miss Christabel Pankhurst, English suffragette pursued by police, reportedly spent 10 days at Sherborn prison near Natick as guest of Superintendent Mrs Hodder. She left recently and officials keep her whereabouts secret. A bill to permit a 133 foot City Hall annex passes to third reading without division.
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