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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1912

Page

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Living wage and living alone costs for working women

An outline lists necessary expenses for working women including a weekly living wage of 9 to 11 dollars, with details for rent, meals, clothing, recreation, church, newspapers, furniture, light, heat, and mother’s services. It notes an appendix in a minimum wage report. Colonel Roosevelt drew a 3000-plus crowd in Springfield with an energized speech at a high school venue.

Springfield Roosevelt Commercial Travellers’ Association Teddy

Marsh Murder Mystery: Aged Lynn Man slain in auto

Police believe Marsh was killed while in the rear seat of a car. Four bullet wounds in the body and one in each ear indicate a brutal crime. He was last seen near his home at six on Thursday night amid rumors of a buggy ride with a woman.

Marsh Lynn

Murder of Lynn Soap Company President Shocks City

George E. Marsh 75, president of Good Will Soap, was found murdered in his auto and placed inside the State boulevard fence near West Lynn with four bullet wounds. Police consider a woman may be involved and question Harold Cummings who says he saw Marsh with a middle aged woman at 5 55 on Chatham street. Investigators dismiss the carriage sighting and continue clues.

George E. Marsh Good Will Soap Company Lynn State Boulevard West Lynn Harold Cummings Ireson Avenue Marsh Chatham Street Cummmmngs Cummings

Colonel Sees Hopeful Reception, Critics In Contrast

The colonel praised political progress and noted a harsher reception during a prior Massachusetts Legislature visit. He defended his Panama Canal actions, saying decisive moves were needed and four centuries of talks preceded action.

Massachusetts Panama Canal

Castle Square Hotel Daily Special Dinner Offer

Special dinner served daily from 12 noon to 8 PM at the Castle Square Hotel with wine at 60 cents. Choices include Roast Young Stuffed Chicken Giblet Sauce Roast Saddle of Spring Lamb Mint or Brown Gravy Roast Sirloin or Prime Ribs of Corn Fed Beef Filet Mignon Mushroom Sauce Fried Hominy with Vermont Maple Syrup Boiled or Mashed Potatoes Green Peas Stewed Tomatoes Lettuce and Tomato Salad Vanilla Ice Cream with Strawberries Tea or Coffee and option of Imported Spanish Sherry Port American Claret or Sauterne.

Conner Divorce Suit Withdrawn In Superior Court

Mrs. Minnie K. Conner withdrew her divorce suit against husband Owen A. Conner traffic manager of Western Union Telegraph Company. The libel filed yesterday named Mrs. Blanchard of Gardner as co respondent and charged infidelity in the Superior Court clerk's office.

Minnie K. Conner Owen A. Conner Western Union Telegraph Company

Woman Withdraws Libel Suit to Seek Separate Support

Late yesterday Mrs Conner met her attorney Harry Blythe at the courthouse and said she would not prosecute her libel suit. She will rely on her petition for separate support already filed in Probate Court, set for May. Religious scruples prompted the change.

Braves Again Down Phillies Lead in National League

The Braves defeated the Phillies to continue leading the National League race. A few timely hits, solid baserunning, and strong teamwork energized 5000 fans as the Braves won their second straight game from Charlie Dooin's Quakers yesterday and stayed atop the standings.

Quakers Braves Charlie Dooin

Baseball results and local rowing notices from the day

National League games include Boston 4 Philadelphia 2 and Cincinnati 8 Chicago 2 in 10 innings. Brooklyn 4 New York 2 with darkness after 8 innings. American League shows Boston 5 New York and Chicago 2 in 10 innings, Philadelphia 3 Washington 4, Cleveland 4 Detroit 2. Local entries highlight Marathon row events and Pilgrim A. A. 10 mile race. Harvard reports a sprinter discovery in Tow er. Phillies catcher Killifer injured. Arthur Devlin joins the Braves.

Boston Philadelphia Cincinnati Chicago Brooklyn New York Pittsburg St. Louis Washington Cleveland Detroit Pilgrim A Harvard Catcher Killifer Phillies Arthur Devlin Braves

Police weigh auto homicide theory in Marsh case

Inspectors Cain Murray Thorn and Burekes cite a string tied around Marsh’s gray frieze hat found within three feet of the body. They argue the string kept the hat from blowing off in a car and point to the overcoat collar and buttoned lower button as supporting details.

Marsh Cain Murray Thorn Burekes Pinkham

Peabody Lawyer Criticized in Custody Case Decision

The life and character of Frederick W. Peabody, Boston lawyer, famed for anti Christian Science views, are sharply condemned. Judge Almy of Cambridge in Suffolk County Superior Court yesterday failed his bid to regain custody of his daughters.

Frederick W. Peabody Boston Almy Cambridg Suffolk County Peabody

Peabody Divorce Guardianship Ruling Limits Father’s Access

Frederick W. Peabody and Anna May Peabody divorced in 1908. Judge Almy’s referee report restricts the father’s access to his two daughters May 16 and Helen 14, giving the daughters the right to refuse visits and placing the children under the mother’s control. The decree required Peabody to pay clothing and medical costs for the children.

Frederick W. Peabody Anna May Peabody May Peabody Helen Peabody Almy Mr. Peabody

Prominent Authority Chooses Contestants for Tomorrow

A leading American authority selects the contestants for an event scheduled for tomorrow. The decision highlights his expertise and signals anticipation for the forthcoming competition.

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