Sixteen New Cases of Infantile Paralysis Reported
The State Board of Health reports sixteen new paralysis cases, with two in North Adams. Dr. Francis X. Mahoney of the Boston Board says vacations to Boston remain safe and six strict health regulations stay in effect until the danger passes. Mark Noble, 17, Newton Centre, fell ill after returning from Camp Plattsburg. his physician calls it not serious and notes he was a Newton High School football halfback last year. Chelsea reports its first case of infantile paralysis.
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State
Board of Health
North Adams
Francis X. Mahoney
Boston Board of Health
Boston
Health Department
Mahoney
Doctor Tells How To Strengthen Eyesight In One Week
An advertisement claims a free prescription to restore eyesight and reduce glasses use. It promotes Bon-Opto tablets dissolved in water for eye baths twice daily, promising up to 60 percent improvement in one week and urging readers to consult a physician for a home remedy.
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Philadelphia
Lewis
Cole Wrongful Alimony Refusal Probed in Court
Edwin Quincy Cole testified in a Superior Court equity session before Judge Fox that he did not pay $500 alimony on June 30 because he lacked funds. He earned less than $1,060 yearly over two years and owed $741 in debts, including dentist bills. The court considered revoking the $500 alimony order, while a master was to be appointed to hear further questions as six witnesses were sworn.
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Edwin Quincy Cole
Alice May Cole
Superior Court
Fox
Cole
Higgins
Divorce. Cole Ordered to Pay Alimony in Desertion Case
In a divorce nisi decree granted January 28 by Judge Wait, Cole and his wife, married June 30 1901, are separated for desertion. The wife, a ladies' dressmaker, earned $25 weekly and previously $50 weekly in New York at the Waldorf-Astoria. Cole must pay $500 alimony by June 30 1916 and $500 by January 1 1917. wife alleges nonpayment.
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John J. Higgins
Cole
New York City
Waldorf-Astoria
Wait
Fireworks Tonight at Braves Field Show
This evening at Braves Field another large fireworks display will be held. It is the sixth pyrotechnic show this summer at the home of big things. Attendance indicates rising popularity. The program features set pieces and a grand finale expected to break records. The show begins at 8 30 with a preceding band concert of one hour.
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Braves Field
DeLloyd Thompson
Thompson
Europe
Old Paper Stock Brings High Prices in Auction Sale
New York bidding on old paper shows a surge as 900 pounds of unsold City Record copies sold for 1.65 per 1100 pounds while 6000 pounds of unused stock brought 2.60 per 100. Normally such paper fetches 20 to 50 cents per 100 pounds.
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New York
David Ferguson
City Record
Governor Denies Charge of Wide Open Boston Reform
Governor McCall sharply denied former Excise Board member Robert A. Woods claim that reorganization and policy shifts meant a wide open Boston. The controversy centers on board changes and perceived lax enforcement of regulations.
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McCall
Robert A. Woods
Excise Board
Boston
Governor Defends Boston Excise Board In Veto Debate
Governor denies supporting a fully open Boston and defends the Boston Excise Board. He promises to extend its powers if needed and highlights appointments of two high character members. Senator Bates endorses the veto of the Sunday tabernacle bill as statesmanship.
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Bates
Anti-Saloon League Leader Presses McCall Over Excise Policies
Arthur J. Davis of the Massachusetts Anti-Saloon League says Governor McCall has not answered committee questions on excise board policies. Davis says the governor’s statement gives little light, notes worse conditions in cafes and hotels, and demands a clear definite reply for licensees and the press.
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Anti-Saloon League
McCall
Excise Board
Arthur J. Davis
Massachusetts Anti-Saloon League
Gow
Licensing Board
Commonwealth
Chelsea Car Men to Hear Sheehan Report
Special meetings of the Chelsea Street and Electric Railway Employees Union will be held this evening to hear PF F Sheehan of Brockton report on the discharge of C W Metcalf substitute conductor Chelsea division. A settlement is hinted at after talks with General Manager Goff of the Bay State street railway.
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Chelsea
Sheehan
Chelsea Street and Electric Railway Employees’ Union
PF. F. Sheehan
Brockton
Goff
Bay State Street Railway
C. W. Metcalf
Man Held on Drug Induction Charge in South End
Angelo Oreno, 25, of Melrose Street, was held for the grand jury on charges of inducing girls to use habit forming drugs and possessing drugs. Police say they can produce a dozen South End women to testify against him.
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Angelo Oreno
Melrose Street
Kilroy
Keiliher
Million-Dollar Movies Feature in Sunday Post Magazine
The upcoming Sunday Post Magazine showcases grand scale cinema with select big scenes from iconic productions. Readers are invited to relive blockbuster moments through vivid stills and expert commentary.
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Next Sunday Post
Mayor Aids Patriot Relief Spectacle at Braves Field
Mayor Curley backs a patriotic benefit at Braves Field on Wednesday evening August 23 to aid the Massachusetts Volunteer Aid Association. The event, initially for 6000 United Drug Company delegates, features aviator DeLloyd Thompson, dazzling stunts, sky dives, air raid demonstrations, and dramatic bomb discharges to illustrate defense concepts. Strong supporters include Filene's Herrick's Liggett's Rexall Drug Stores.
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Curley
Massachusetts Volunteer Aid Association
Braves Field
Boston
Ticket sales surge prompting immediate on sale
Managers announce tickets are on sale now to prevent complications. Tickets may be secured at Jordan Marsh and other listed outlets.
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Jordan Marsh
Maude Hall previews new fur models for Sunday Post
Maude Hall, noted for popular fashion articles in New England, writes about the latest fur models to appear in the upcoming Sunday Post with appealing illustrations.
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Maude Hall
New England
Next Sunday Post
Salem freight yards cook fatally stabbed by guest
James Germano 30, substituting as cook for 23 section hands in the Salem freight yards, was killed after giving a boarder named Michael Lopio 32 a cup of poor coffee. Lopio was held on murder charges.
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James Germano
Salem
Michael Lopio
Lopio
Germano
Governor Off For Vineyard Today
Governor McCall and his staff depart Charlestown navy yard at 8 30 aboard the torpedo boat DuPont for Martha s Vineyard to review the Sixth Regiment MV M camped there. The vessel will return with the Governor s party tomorrow.
Golden Wedding for Mr and Mrs Cutler
Mr and Mrs Edward Hutchins Cutler of Linder Terrace Newton celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary yesterday with a gathering of friends and relatives.
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Golden Wedding
Mr. and
Mrs. Cutler
Edward Hutchins Cuteler
Linder Terrace
Newton
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