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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1916
Page
3
Mrs. Sarah E. W. Wales of Needham appeals Norfolk Probate Court ruling that six thousand dollars received from the Ward N. Hunt estate is subject to a five percent tax with six percent interest from June 2.
Mrs. Wales asserts the $6000 received from her employer, Mr. Hunt, was due under a contract, not a gift or legacy. She served as his housekeeper for over 15 years and says an April 1, 1903 agreement guaranteed $2000 on his death if she remained employed and satisfactory, plus $500 for each year past age 80. She has filed the original contract.
Guy 1 of Otter Creek was arraigned in municipal court on a murder charge for the August 4 killing of Mrs Emma Turnbull. He pleaded not guilty and the hearing was continued to tomorrow without evidence.
An advertising feature touts Margo Nerve tablets as a quick remedy for nervous exhaustion. It promises improved digestion, energized nerves, and better sleep, claiming the product is harmless, inexpensive, and backed by a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
Congressman A P Gardner urged Republicans in Bucksport Me to back Hughes, criticizing Wilson for delaying war decisions. He argued Wilson kept Belgium from being saved and claimed a strong stance would have preserved American honor, urging voters to select Hughes to maintain peace and glory.
At yesterday’s session the 200 delegates voted unanimously to be incorporated in every state. Today discussion will focus on raising the assessment to match National Fraternal Congress rates. Officers are to be chosen tomorrow and the site of the next convention selected.
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