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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1912
Page
3
Harriet Quimby makes a solo crossing of the English Channel becoming the first woman to fly solo in this feat. She is also noted as the first woman to win a pilot license in America.
Nine men were arrested by Division 5 police at 662 Tremont Street in a gambling raid yesterday afternoon. They are charged with gambling on Sunday and gave fictitious names at the station. They will be arraigned in court today.
Warren New Hampshire April 21 W H Roberts formerly of Orange Massachusetts was arrested on arson charge after a fire destroyed the general store of W H Roberts Co in which he was largely interested The loss to the store contents and the 10 year old building is about 6000 and is largely covered by insurance
Fred W. Johnson of 55 Hingham Street may be the sixth heir to 60 million dollars held in trust by the Bank of England. The Glover missions property ties him to John Glover of England, with only his cousin Mrs. Lillian G. Garrod of San Francisco listed as another potential heir in the United States.
Mrs Garrod reports the Bank of England has allowed the Glover estate claims. Mr Johnson, a Rockland shoemaker, asserts direct descent from John Glover of England. He and Mrs Garrod anticipate a share of the property, with counsel sent to England to finalize the case.
G W Cooke of Wakefield spoke at Laughlin Studio critiquing Father Vaughn and the church's stance on socialism. He noted party growth from 75000 to 130000 members, argued for women entering the workforce, and defended religious participation while challenging clerical influence on politics. Next week’s talk will cover Socialism and the Spiritual Life.
In the Cathedral of the Holy Cross conference room Norfolk county Catholic societies and parish groups held their quarterly convention. Vice president Daniel J. Nyhan presided in the illness absence of County President James F. Burke. A sympathy resolution for Burke was passed and Rev. James J. Chittick outlined federation benefits.
Miss Susan Appleton of 73 Beacon Street offers a reward for a pearl drop earring lost Saturday in the Boylston Street shopping district near Park Square. The jewel features a central pearl surrounded by small diamonds. Return to Miss Appleton at home or to the Post.
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