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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1913
Page
9
A vintage advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast relief for indigestion and dyspepsia. It promises relief in five minutes and a healthier stomach, with no gas or belching, urging readers to buy a fifty cent case from any drug store.
Advert describes Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap as effective for eczema and skin eruptions. Claims itching stops instantly and disease clears with use. Notes physician prescription status, 18 years of use, safety for tender skin, and offers free samples from Dept. 138 Baltimore MD. Sold by druggists nationwide.
A. C. Ross of the New Thought Forum compared a $12 weekly salary to slavery during an open discussion after J. C. Whipple's address on Preventives of Fraternity at Huntington Chambers. The remarks drew a strong parallel to historical slavery to argue current economic hardship.
The discussion contrasted modern slavery with ancient bondage noting slaves provided support for the great minds of Socrates and Aristotle. Speakers argued against glorifying wealth at the expense of workers and emphasized the risks and uncertainties of modern employment for the masses.
Professor Vittorio Racca of the University of Rome praised Italian immigrants and workers unions in a Circolo Italo Americano talk before about 200 at North Bennet Street Industrial School. He urged viewing Italians as essential contributors to American wealth and warned against blanket rejection of immigrants.
Lieutenant-Governor Walsh spoke to about 400 Knights and Ladies of St. Rose plus guests at 17 Worcester Street yesterday. Miss Mary E. F. Digan, the consul, presided as host. A choir from South End and Roxbury churches sang before Walsh discussed citizenship duties and the influence of womanhood on civic life.
Pittsburg April 13 Judge Ambrose Reid defends corporal punishment saying a good cowhide beat is superior to juvenile court interventions. He argues the sting of the leather thong educates boys and even girls, leaving a lasting respect for elders where court admonitions fail.
Plans call for a new factory to house the American Radiator Company with surveys of West Everett marsh under way. About 1000 workers are projected. A large addition to the General Electric plant nearby will expand the marsh complex. The building will be 512 feet long 54 feet wide and 50 feet high to operate as a foundry.
One year after the White Star liner Titanic struck an iceberg off the Newfoundland Banks and sank in the early hours, carrying 1503 people. The disaster spurred safety reforms, slower speeds, safer liners, improved wireless service, lifeboats, and life saving equipment worldwide.
A century after the Titanic struck an iceberg, the ship’s loss spurred sweeping changes. The United States mandates two wireless operators on large passenger ships and regular ice patrols, while Britain assigns patrol vessels. Shipping firms agree to slower speeds and southward routes to reduce ice risk.
A year after the Titanic tragedy, reforms include stricter speed limits for American tourists, enhanced lifeboat and wireless rules for all steamers, revised ocean routes away from ice, and the creation of an ice patrol. Ships Imperator and Olympic adopt double skin hulls, and calls for uniform international life saving laws rise.
Ex President Taft delivers a personal tribute at Calvary Baptist Church memorial for Archie Butt, praising his self sacrifice and simplicity. Taft calls Butt a model of loyalty and unselfish conduct, saying his Titanic heroism exemplifies eternal virtue and will guide future generations.
Services marked the first anniversary of the Titanic disaster with prayers in many churches. St Thomas Church in New York drew a crowd including Titanic survivor Mrs Ruth Ryerson and survivor Miss Margaret Hays who cared for the Hoffman children. Vincent Astor attended the service following the loss of his father Colonel John Jacob Astor.
Maurice M. Lustig, once convicted of a New York wife murder and released from Sing Sing, is held on $2000 bail in Philadelphia as police link him to daylight robberies. A room search yielded jewelry and pawn tickets and alleged disposal of stolen cigar store coupons. Lustig reputedly has a police record in both cities.
The Electrical Workers Union faces a dispute with Boston telephone operators over anniversary bonuses, insisting they are not wage raises. G M Bugniazet will seek state board mediation and chamber of commerce help to resolve the issue as New England unions push for a state investigation bill.
The People's Union Church at McMoughs Neck held dedicatory exercises for its new 30 foot stone tower built by parishioners. Rev W J Sayre rang the 300 pound bell given in memory of Mrs Anne I Acorn. The pastor wore overalls and helped on the construction.
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