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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1917

Page

6

Campaign Opens as Lee and Kenney Address Civic League

Joseph Lee candidate for school committee spoke at Odd Fellows Hall to inaugurate their campaign with the People's Civic League. William S. Kenney, allied with the Public School Association, also addressed the meeting highlighting progress in Boston public schools and teacher recognition.

Sche Ls Boston Joseph Lee People’s Civic League Odd Fellows’ Hall William S. Kenney Lee Public School Association

Political reform touted to depoliticize teaching staffing

Mr Lee claims a policy shift removes political influence from teacher appointments and promotions. He says substituting teaching capacity as a qualification benefits teachers and students, enabling graduates to pursue college degrees while teaching, and asserts proper teacher placement drives school success.

Lee

Howland Listed as Democrat in Roxbury Politicking

Yesterday revelation shows Frank B. Howland of Roxbury known as the Curley Republican enrolled as a Democrat and voting Democratic in the September state primary. He is now recorded as a Democrat in the elections books and may appear on the mayoral ballot, causing unease in Curley supporters.

Frank B. Howland Roxbury

Asks More Questions About Boston Campaign Past

A political advertisement raises pointed queries about Andrew’s hometown record. It questions his familiarity with Boston residents, past actions, and leadership, from the Dover milk incident to fights over public works and immigration policy.

Former Mayor Attacks Curley in Strong Editorial

The Re public editorial blasts Mayor Curley as selfish and cruel, accusing him of ostracizing allies, firing staff without notice, and using harsh tactics against rivals such as former Mayor Fitzgerald. It argues Curley harms city unity, labor relations, and honest governance, foretelling a harsh reckoning in two weeks.

John F. Fitzgerald the Republic Curley

Gallivan Attacks Mayor Curley in Heated Speech

Congressman Gallivan assails Mayor Curley saying apologies would occupy ten years if he began making them. He cites Curley’s attack on his war vote and alien slacker duty, then praises New York voters over a mayoral defeat and questions Curley’s recent appointments and jail records.

Gallivan Curley Congressman Gallivan State Department Washington United States Congress

Peters for Good Streets Promises Cleaner Boston Anew

Andrew J. Peters, candidate for Mayor, declares Boston’s street policy a failure and vows a strong push for better, cleaner streets. He criticizes current administration, pledges one to head public works with an engineer, and promises wiser use of funds after election.

Boston Andrew J. Peters Scots’ Charitable Society Young's Hotel Public Works Department

Tague Criticizes Mayor Curley at Dorchester Rally

Congressman Tague accuses Boston Mayor Curley of rewarding critics and neglecting loyal supporters during his administration. He cites John A. Sullivan, once a harsh Curley critic, as a former appointee to a key post in City Hall.

Curley Sullivan Daniel V. McIisaac Suffolk County MedIsaac Mehers Or Mitchells Boston John B. Moran Arthur D. Hill Workingmen’s Club Dorchester Tague City Hall John A. Sullivan Boston Finance Commission

Former Navy Secretary William Chandler Dies in Concord

William Eaton Chandler, who served as Secretary of the Navy under President Arthur and later sat 14 years in the U.S. Senate, died today in Concord New Hampshire. Funeral services will be held at the Concord Unitarian Church Sunday at 2 PM. He was born in 1835 and his health declined after a illness in Washington last March. He leaves three sons including Lloyd H. Chandler U S N commanding a battleship, and William D. Chandler publisher, Joseph G. Chandler, and John P. Hale Chandler of Concord.

Concord N. H William Eaton Chandler Concord Unitarian Church New Hampshire Waterloo Mr. Chandler Lloyd H. Chandler William D. Chandler Concord Monitor Joseph G. Chandler John P. Hale Chandler

Acid Inspire Divorce Suit Involving Malden Manufacturer

Solomon L. Mintz of Malden filed a libel for divorce in Middlesex Court East Cambridge charging his wife with cruel treatment. He alleges she assaulted him with burning acid on July 3, 1917, causing the loss of sight in his left eye. He seeks attachment of her property totaling 5000 dollars.

Solomon L. Mintz Middlesex Court East Cambridge

Benefit Dance for Packard Men in Service

The Four Liberty Girls Club of Packard Motor Company raised funds in a salesroom dance to aid 103 employees in service or training camps. The patriotic event featured khaki clad former workers, red white and blue attire, a service flag with 103 stars, and performances including Mrs. Harry B. Kinsman singing The Star Spangled Banner.

Packard Automobile Four Liberty Girls Packard Motor Company Alvan T. Fuller Camp Devens Harry B. Kinsman

Children Need Food Not Alcohol Claims on Pediatric Nourishment

An advertisement argues against giving alcohol to children and stresses that proper nourishment is essential for health and growth. It promotes a concentrated food product as the necessary supplement for pale or listless kids.

Alien War Zones Fixed in Boston Near Waterfront

Officials define 100 yard no go lines around docks and piers governing zones in Boston Roxbury South Boston and nearby areas. Passes and identifying inspectors aim to bar alien enemies and keep the waterfront secure with police and dock owners sharing guarding duties.

Boston Ner O. K Massachusetts

Property Boundary Description for Waterfront Streets

Begin at junction of Freeport and New Haven railroad then proceed easterly by Freeport street to the junction of Tenean street. Continue easterly by Tenean street to Water street and then by Water street to Taylor street. Follow Taylor street to Neponset avenue and finally easterly by Neponset avenue to the waterfront.

Farragut Road Marine Park East First Street West First Street Dorchester Avenue Dorchester Avenue Bridge Federal Street Fort Point Channel Northern Avenue Bridge South Bay Avenue Cummings Street Atkinson Street Southampton Street Massachusetts Avenue Albany Street Dover Street Congress Street Atlantic Avenue Commercial Causeway Streets Warren Bridge Water Street Warren Avenue Navy Yard Chelsea Medford Streets Medford Street Freeport and New Haven Railroad Freeport Street Tenean Street Taylor Street Neponset Avenue Waterfront

Wharf and Canal Access Lines Defined for North and South Ferry Areas

The document lists wharf lines on both sides of Broad Channel from Charles River to the railroad and on Lechmere Canal from Charles River to the canal’s inner end. It details streets to be used for North and South ferry sides in Boston, including Han over, Fleet and Battery streets, Broad and High streets, Belcher lane, Maverick square, Lewis street, Marginal street, Ruth street, and Webster.

Charles River Lechmere Canal North Ferry Boston Hanover Fleet Battery Streets South Ferry High Belcher Lane East Boston Liverpool London Sumner Maverick Square Lewis Street Ruth Street Webster Street

British casualties total 120 089 in November

London reports British casualties for November at 120 089, with officers killed or died of wounds 1152 and men 24 292. officers wounded or missing 2537 and men 91 108.

London

Pinex cough syrup hailed as quick relief remedy

A home made Pinex based cough syrup is advertised as the fastest relief for throat and chest infections. It claims to ease chest soreness loosen phlegm and aid breathing in 24 hours or less. The recipe uses 214 ounces of Pinex to a pint of sugar syrup and promises superior value vs store bought versions with a money back guarantee.

Pinex Co Ft. Wayne Ind

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