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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1914
Page
3
A two alarm blaze last night hit a four story stone building at 17 to 19 Pearl street. District Chief Sennett arrived to heavy smoke and crews forced entry to the P. T. Burrowes Portable Screen Company storeroom on the first floor where the fire began and spread to the second floor. Damage estimated at 3000 with unknown cause.
Tentative negotiations underway for government seizure of City of Everett and City of Melrose at South Everett docks to relieve wartime transport stress caused by merchant ship shortages sailing under the American flag.
Ronald Campbell a 2 retired lawyer of this city lived at 1045 Beacon street Brookline was killed when he tripped and fell headlong down a flight of stairs in the Hotel Somerset last night His neck was broken and he died before a physician could be summoned
An accident on the Som erset hotel stairs near 11 o clock led to the arrest of Harold B. Eaton 28 from 440 Newbury street as he accompanied Mr Campbell who fell down several steps. Police later ruled the incident accidental and charged Eaton with drunkenness.
El Sol published a call by General Garranza’s supporters for residents of Mexico City to gather at Columbus statue in Pareo de la Reforma at 10 o clock tomorrow and demand the unconditional surrender of the Carbajal government. The notice urges peaceful renditions with a white flag from homes and business entrances.
The U S dreadnought Florida guards the channel from New York Harbor tonight. No vessel bound for sea may pass until an officer aboard inspects its cargo. The action aims to keep foreign registered ships from drawing the United States into European war entanglements.
Dudley Field Malone announced a government plan to enforce neutrality in New York harbor. Customs guards were doubled on piers and ships, with a strict manifest system and inspections for all outgoing cargo. A 30 member inspector squad will board suspected vessels, under orders to halt any contraband movement. The Kronprinz Wilhelm fleet ships and other German vessels face heightened scrutiny amid reports of possible departures. The St. Paul will sail to Liverpool with a large eastbound mail and passenger contingent including reservists and correspondents.
Readable fragments warn caregivers about baby temperaments and risks of baby play with vicious chew toys. Advice mentions sun exposure and the stubborn sticky look, with humor about a cat and a nine lives cartoon framing.
The Washington government is pushing to start the new merchant marine. A despatch was sent to customs officials including Boston to search for ship masters mates and engineers licensed for ocean service.
Washington bills ease ship restrictions while the Merchant Marine Association urges U S licensed masters engineers and mates to contact Boston customs for positions aboard ocean steamers. Officials request district estimates of eligible officers with transatlantic experience and regular salaries for accepted applicants.
Two hundred children from the Prince Street playground will attend the Shubert Theatre this afternoon to see the pictures of the African hunt. The privilege is extended through the courtesy of Messrs. Shubert and Rainey. Miss Mary J. O'Neil, supervisor of the playground, will be in charge. Similar treats are enjoyed by the toys and girls of the playgrounds as the opportunities are offered.
Harrison Co promotes a markdown sale featuring Packard Shoes at 5.00 and Ox fords all leathers priced at 2.95 with address 662 672 Washington St corner Beach for contact.
Joseph Galden 30, of 71 Fulton street, drowned after leaping over Long Pond when a bite alarmed him during a fishing trip with James Welch of 23 Fulton street. Welch told Lowell police the man disappeared before rescue efforts, and the police investigate.
Policeman McDonald of Station 6 South Boston fired a shot to signal for help when a crowd assaulted him while arresting James W. Eaton of 981 Dorchester Avenue shortly after midnight. Eaton was struck in the thigh. McDonald was badly beaten before rescue by officers from Broadway station.
Charles W. Morlock 17 of Winchendon Mass died after an automobile carrying 12 passengers skidded on a closed bridge between Winchendon and Bennington Antrim N H last night He died two hours after being taken to Antrim Morlock sustained internal injuries and the others escaped unharmed
Medford police officer Jeremiah J. Martnett is at Massachusetts General Hospital with a broken leg after being struck by a car as he alighted from a vehicle on Winthrop Street near Brooks last night. His injuries are not serious.
The Senate confirmed Paul M. Warburg of New York and Frederic A. Delano of Chicago to join the Federal Reserve Board, completing the banking group for the new currency system. The session included a five hour debate with Senator Bristow opposing Warburg and a heated exchange with Senator Stone.
The Hague August 7 6 p m Henry Van Dyke United States Minister to The Netherlands arranged with the Dutch government to cash American checks and drafts endorsed by him under State Department authorization. He was instructed to endorse drafts needed to meet travelers absolute necessities.
The annual field day at Russell Field North Cambridge will feature 100 or more babies in a show. Events include track and field sports, two ball games, a Gaelic football game, a regiment drill, band concerts, and a vaudeville show. The baby show starts at 8 pm.
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