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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1916
Page
19
A horse broke from its handler and dashed into Central square safety zone in Cambridge yesterday afternoon near five. The animal charged through a waiting crowd transfer in hand, scattering spectators and creating a perilous scene.
Traffic officers in Central square chased a runaway horse pulling a provision wagon. Officer Normile was injured leaping from a pursuing car but later recovered. The horse, owned by Abraham Lodgen of Everett, was driven by Hyman Alpert. The wagon wrecked against a Brighton fence.
Local feature notes Pa Van Loon sensing the approach of spring and inviting readers to see details in the upcoming Sunday Post.
The infant daughter of Mrs Rose Aprill of Cedar Street Hingham died in her mother’s arms aboard an express train from Braintree to South Station en route to Massachusetts General Hospital. The child, suffering from cholera infantum, died just before arrival. Conductor George Maypes alerted the engineer to rush to the hospital and a nurse aided the infant in a rear car.
Harvard freshmen gathered for a class photograph on the Widener steps when seniors refused to allow the shot until the group contributed to the 1916 picnic fund. The incident marks the first time seniors have prevented a freshman photo for nonpayment of the fund.
Harvard junior Samuel Powers Sears who wrote the music for this year’s Hasty Pudding Club show and conducted the orchestra at public performances was dismissed by the dean for probation violations. He led the orchestra at three performances in Cambridge and Worcester before his release.
Eight pennants were distributed among the regiments with two consolation prizes to meritorious companies. Three musicians led by Major J J McGrath earned honors, while 20 individuals from 24 companies received gold medals. Judges were Major J J Barry Captain H J Baum W W Wade H D Cormerais J J O'Brien Lieutenant G I Cross.
Louis K. Liggett president of the Chamber of Commerce was quoted or misquoted on Mayor Curleys 50 cent tax increase bill. The chamber's committee on municipal and metropolitan affairs asked for a special meeting with the directors today to address the issue.
Speakers at a Boston gathering urged federalizing the state militia to improve training and supply levels. General Cole denied Massachusetts National Guard involvement in militia lobbying. Mrs. Wendell described women's preparedness efforts.
Headmaster William B. Snow oversaw the ceremony with Colonel George H. Benyon and officials including Franklin B. Dyer, Nathaniel J. Young, and Captain C. A. Barnett. Awards went to First Regiment and Third Regiment drill teams, with consolation prizes to Company B and Company H respectively. Individual drill champions included Sergeants, Corporals, and Privates from both regiments.
The paint up and clean up committee declares war on wooden ash and rubbish barrels in Boston. They aim to prosecute violators under statutes and tighten enforcement of street rubbish laws. Commissioners Grady and O'Keefe will focus on cleaning basements and cellars for fire prevention.
The municipal affairs committee moves to clarify its stance on the Mayors 50 cent tax increase bill after President Louis K Liggett was misquoted about backing the 650 cent raise. A special meeting with directors is set for Thursday to resolve the issue.
A witty note on Colonel Corn spotting political value in satire, highlighted by a vivid Sunday Post cartoon page. The item showcases humorous colored pictures and a sharp political poke.
Adjutant General Cole, Mrs. Barrett Wendell, and Walton A. Green spoke on federalizing the militia. Green warned that 48 separate state forces lack viability without national coordination. Cole praised women’s work but criticized short enlistments and the volunteer system as inadequate for war. He cited historical wars to argue for reform in recruitment and organization.
Four reserve officers were promoted to patrolman and three patrolmen transferred in a general order by Commissioner O Meara last night. Promoted were Martin J McDermott Jamaica Plain Joseph F Schuver East Boston George P Hassett East Boston and Joseph P Sullivan Charlestown. Transferred were William J Ahearn Joy Street West End to City Hall Avenue Joseph W Smith Dudley Street to City Hall Avenue and George L Richardson Fields Corner to Hanover Street.
An advertisement warns that untreated spring colds can become stubborn throat trouble and lead to chronic asthma bronchitis or worse. It promotes Father John's Medicine as a nourishing non patent pure food remedy that strengthens the system and aids normal function.
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