Woman Held For Bigamy In Boston Court
Mrs. Martha FE Knight 33 of 38 Albion Street South End was arraigned on polygamy larceny of 80 and false registrar statement. Police say she married Manuel Gomes in 1908 Harrison Hamilton in 1913 and Jesse Knight in 1918. Bail set at 1000. case continued for one week. She denies multiple marriages and says state aid was for her daughter Doris.
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Martha FE. Knight
Albion Street
South End
Boston
Knight
Jesse E. Knight
Manuel
Public to Buy Direct Farmers Markets Set for City Openings
Municipal markets where farmers sell produce directly to the public will open Tuesday September 3 after approval by Acting Mayor Collins. Hawkers and peddlers are barred. markets will run at listed city sections from 6 AM with closing time to be decided. The Andrew Square South Boston market moves to Thomas Park. Forest Hills market moves to Childs street Jamaica Plain due to crowding and dust concerns.
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Collins
We Yard
Childs Street
Jamaica Ann
Roxbury Crossig
Central Square
East Boston
Thomas Park
South Boston
Monument Square
Charlestown
Gibson Street
Dorchester
Andrew Square
Forest Hills
Jamaica Plain
Clergy urged to use war question on homecoming day
In a letter to the editor D W Davis of Milton Mills New Hampshire asks Boston and other clergy to use the veteran Civil War era question What did you do to help win the war as a Sunday message. The writer calls for patriotic reflection on homecoming of soldiers.
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Boston
D. W. Davis
Milton Mills
N. H
Funeral of Gov Prouty Set for Thursday in Newport
The funeral for former Governor George H. Prouty, killed in an automobile accident near Waterville, P Q, will be held Thursday at 2 30 p m at the Congregational Church in Newport Vermont. A private service will precede the public ceremony at the family residence.
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Newport
George H. Prouty
Waterville
P. Q
Congregational Church
Uniformed elevator girls spark Navy hatband dispute
Naval personnel debate strict dress rules after female elevator operators in white uniforms with brass buttons and hats resembling yeowomen cause saluting confusion. Officers saluted a giggling elevator attendant whose outfit mimicked naval attire, while others without the hatband were ignored in salute.
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U. S. Naval Reserve
Navy
Vermont Candidate Is Now Recovering
Bennington Vermont August 20 Word was received from Montpelier that Frank E Howe one of three Republican candidates for Governor is on the road to recovery after a severe bronchitis attack He had been in a Montpelier hospital for several days at the September 10 primaries he will face Charles H Darling former assistant secretary of the navy and Percival W Clement who has sought the nomination twice before
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Bennington
Montpelier
Frank E Howe
Poles Urge Fight for Liberty at Polish White Cross Luncheon
Mme Helena Paderewski, wife of the pianist and president of the Polish White Cross, urged Polish workers in Cleveland to support the White Cross. She described Austro Prussian rule as a spur to Polish youth to defend democracy and appealed to Americans for aid.
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Cleveland
Poland
Mme
Helena Paderewski
White Cross
Berlin War Hardship Seen Through Kaiser Dentist Eye
The Kaiser’s American dentist in Berlin recalls 1904 to 1918, detailing wartime scarcity, soaring prices, and malnourishment. He notes beer shortages, metal rationing, gold lines, and inflated costs for food and goods as Berlin’s populace suffered while he left for Copenhagen after a harsh rail journey.
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Berlin
United States
Germany
Must Register If 21 On Or Before Aug 24
Men who have turned 21 since June 5 1918 and by August 24 1918 must register on August 24 1918. They should consult local draft boards about registration while noting travel risks. The piece also notes harsh German living conditions in January and potential internal troubles, with a separate notice about Welfare Board calling for 400 workers for Jewish service programs seeking experienced men aged 25 to 40.
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Germany
Army
Navy
Welfare Board
Foreign and Home Service
Needs 400 Workers The great task which saves the Jewish Welfare Board
The article outlines a recruitment drive to enlist 400 workers for the Jewish Welfare Board of the United States. It highlights the organization's mission and calls for volunteers and staff to support relief services and community programs across multiple locations.
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Jewish Welfare Board of the
United States
Merchants' Association Asks Draft Exemption for NYPD
The Merchants' Association of New York asks a draft exemption for the police after noting that 15 percent of New York's uniformed force have gone to the colors and that the majority of those remaining may be drafted under the new bill, threatening city safety.
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New York
Merchants’ Association of New York Today
Lawmakers urged to exempt New York policemen in draft bill
General Crowder and United States Senator Chamberlain and Representative Dent urge inclusion of a draft law provision exempting New York policemen. The push highlights defense policy debates and regional military service considerations.
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Crowder
United States
Chamberlain
Dent
New York
Poslam Touted as Rapid Healer for Skin Troubles
Advertisement promotes Poslam as a fast-acting remedy for pimples eczema rashes and inflammation. It urges nightly application with visible morning improvement and claims concentrated soothing healing power. Free sample offer directs readers to Emergency Laboratories New York City. Poslam Soap also marketed for brightening complexions.
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West 41Th Street
New York City
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Otel Adlon
Copenhagen
Retail Credit Men’s National Association
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Coats
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Hudson
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Mary Janes
Sheinwald
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Jay
Oxfords
W.L. Douglas
U. S. Army Shoes
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McClure Newspaper
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Jewish Welfare Board
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