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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1915
Page
9
Governor Spaulding signals a switch to permissive legislation for a Boston and Maine railroad reorganization. The NH draft would permit amalgamation, retire floating debt, secure new capital, and protect leased line interests while awaiting directorate approvals and Spaulding's formal action.
An advertisement touts Plant Juice as a universal herbal tonic for debility stomach and kidney troubles in city dwellers. It cites Mrs Anna Smith of No 1 Washington St Somerville describing relief from rheumatism indigestion and fatigue after two weeks usage and notes a Liggett Drug Store corner Washington and Avon as the local seller.
A series of letters argues over household authority with women insisting a wife is boss at home and men should avoid disrespect. Contributors detail conflict over den use, card clubs, allowances, and the balance of duties, portraying wives as managing households despite husbands earning sizable salaries.
Shakespearean verse excerpt offering lifelong guidance on friendship speech attire and honesty. It counsels loyalty to trusted friends, prudent judgment, calm defense in quarrels, careful listening, modest dress, and being true to oneself to avoid betraying others.
Mrs Benny Martin hosted guests arriving in a gown of ecru Oriental lace with blue chiffon roses. The event featured 106 drinks and 32 dances with extras as attendees praised the season opening and planned tennis rendezvous.
A reader offers practical steps for a wife to manage a home and earn income, suggesting buying a farm with $1000, keeping milk cows and hens, selling dairy products and produce, and canning fruit and vegetables. The letter praises farm life, describes a six acre lakeside farm, a barn, hay, and a kitchen garden, and notes farm letters in the Sewing Circle.
Practical tips from household columns include removing fruit stains with cream of tartar tied in cloths boiled in cold water, then in subcarbonate of soda solution. Additional advice covers whipping cream with one egg white per pint for a light firm texture.
Mildred Champagne counsels a young woman in a love letter about when to express feelings to a beau. She says if mutual love exists and marriage is possible later, modest demonstrations may occur but should be measured, as too much affection can cheapen the bond. Keep yourself precious.
A scuffle broke out among four members of Everett's city government during a joint private executive session of the Aldermen and the Council last evening. The disturbance drew a crowd as the meeting in the Council chamber turned disorderly.
After loud shouts and a scuffle outside, Alder man John J. Mullen accused Alderman Hansen of punching him. Hansen denied hitting him and said Mullen insulted him. Mullen showed injuries and threatened court action while Porter and Reed were involved in restraining others. Hobbs presided and confirmed the disturbance but denied blows occurred.
A home cook guidance column outlines jelly jell using a water bath bake about three quarters hour, plus a green pease pudding baked custard cup dish with cream sauce. Also included is a pepper relish recipe with cabbage peppers celery and spices plus vinegar and mustards. Signed by Mrs Arthur Lenox, Box 1214 Washington DC.
A gum trail along the Saugus branch tracks in Malden led to the arrest of two 12 year old boys. They will be arraigned on charges of larceny for taking a quantity of gum and other small items from the Boston Chicle Company plant in Faulkner.
Nearly 400 delegates from the United States and Canada have arrived for the 82nd annual convention of the Catholic Order of Foresters in Providence. About 1000 delegates are expected. a street parade tomorrow will be reviewed by Mayor Joseph H. Gainer Governor R. Beeckman and staff President John S. Holbrook of the Board of Trade and Bishop Thomas F. Doran.
Morris Newstead, 4, of 366 Dudley Street, suffered a crushed right foot and other injuries when crossing Dudley Street near Hampden Street. He ran into an outbound Grove Hall articulated car, was thrown under a second car, and had his foot amputated. He and his sister had left home to visit a drug store.
The British steamer Kenora carrying cargo from Fowey England to Montreal ran ashore at Flat Point C B in thick fog. Lighthouse keeper reports very calm seas as tugs stand by to attempt a floatation.
Leo Fauvedean 22 of Manchester New Hampshire drank carbolic acid at a Lowell saloon corner Moody and Suffolk streets. He was rushed to Lowell Corporation Hospital and placed on the dangerous list.
Charles H. Holt of 48 Franklin street Malden suffered serious burns to his hands and arms when a fire started in the front hallway and parlor of his home shortly before 10. Neighbors smelled smoke for 30 minutes before discovery. Fire officials suspect arson with a fire set in the hallway as the front door was found unlatched. An investigation will be held today. Holt had no insurance.
A man, thought to be a laborer, drowned in the Mystic River near Medford city stables after finishing his day. Amele Palmer, 9, saw him struggle and inform authorities. clothes were found but no body. Police paused search after two hours. will resume with Metropolitan and Medford police following up.
Portland report from the 198th annual American Osteopathic Association convention notes Dr. H Kendric Smith of Boston urging toe in posture for natural foot alignment. He also promotes shoe reform and using motion pictures for observing foot afflictions and cautions against barefoot travel.
Two funeral notices from North Cambridge detail the deaths of Joyce in Aug 8 and Georgiana Monier on Aug 2. Joyce's service from 14 Cla st to Notre Dame de Petie Church and Arlington burial. Monier's service from 4 Wilson Ave to Notre Dame de Petie Church and Arlington burial.
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