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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1915

Page

6

Boston Banker Ernest George Weds in Cincinnati Secretively

Ernest George a Boston banker and Miss Madeline Keyser of Los Angeles were secretly married at the Hotel Linton in Cincinnati after securing a Kentucky license in Covington. The couple avoided public notice and departed with their baggage marked M E K and E G. George, a Harvard graduate, is tied to Boston circles and his father serves as probate court judge.

Cincinnati Ernest George Boston George Madeline Keyser Los Angeles Cal Linton Kenton County Covington Ohio River Middle West Inquirers E. G Mr. George Elijah George Harvard Harvard Club New York City Union Boat Club

George's Plea for One-Day Grace Breaks News Silence

George sought a 24 hour grace period before publication after negotiations with reporters last night. He said telegrams were sent to relatives on each coast and he requested more time.

George

Judge calls wedding story a hoax says son travels Canada

Judge Elijah George of the Probate Court denies any marriage plans. He asserts his son Ernest George is traveling in Canada near Detroit and not a Boston banker or pursuing a fixed career. He calls the wedding tale a joke and says he knows neither the girl nor the event.

George Canada Elijah George Probate Court Ernest George Boston Ernest Detroit Harvard

Cross Gloves Marketing Glove Selection and Pricing

Glove styles from MARK CROSS feature cape skin and mochas in various cuts and weights. Prices range from $1.50 to $2.75 for adult models with options in white, grey, tan, and washable doe skin, plus children’s sizes and evening glove sets.

Sao Sie Esata

Hanukkah Celebrations Light Up Jewish Homes and Synagogues

Jewish communities usher in Hanukkah with synagogue services and candle lighting. One candle lit last night, increasing by one each night to eight. Children perform plays in Hebrew and Chaldean, with gifts for the needy and Zion flag sales for the Jewish National Fund in Boston.

Judas Maccabeus Hannah Esther Jewish National Fund Boston National Fund

No Poison Found in Girl's Stomach in Providence Case

Providence reports the stomach of Gertrude Irene Davis 19 of Georgiaville showed no poison. Pathologist Dr H S Bernstein continues organ tests. chemist Stephen D Gage of the State Board of Health prepared the stomach tests. Medical Examiner Dr F H Brazill says the case is closed for now.

Providence Gertrude Irene Davis Georgiaville H. 8. Bernstein Stephen D. Gage State Board of Health Bernstein

Get Scott's Emulsion for Cold Strength

When a cold grips you this ad urges reliance on Scott's Emulsion as the best treatment. It claims the product nourishes the blood to suppress the cold and build strength to ward off further illness, noting it is free from alcohol and harmful drugs.

Scott

Fire Club Defends One Day in Three

Russell Fire Club leaders defend adopting the Chicago system giving firemen 24 hours off every third day. They argue the plan requires no new hires, adds efficiency, and credits Mayor Curley for progressive reforms while rebutting Cabot of the Board of Fire Underwriters.

Fire Club Sir F. Elliott Cabot Milton Board of Fire Underwriters Boston Fire Department Cabot Curley Mayor Curley Chicago L. C. Stickel J. H. O'Leary Russell Fire Club

Whitney Estate Contests Set for Trial in Suffolk

Efforts to settle the Whitney estate contest have failed and the case of Theodore D. Whitney Boston merchant who left about $20 000 will be tried next Monday in Suffolk Superior Court A postponement occurred as an attorney was ill at home delaying today’s start.

Theodore D. Whitney Boston Suffolk Superior Court

Poultry Show Opens in Chelsea Amid Cup Contests

Opening day of the fifth annual Eastern Massachusetts Poultry and Pigeon Association show at Congress Hall Chelsea draws strong interest in the Mayor's Cup donated by Mayor James Malone. Competition also centers on two cups from the United Ancona Club of America and other prizes.

Eastern Massachusetts Poultry and Pigeon Association Congress Hall Chelsea James Malone Ancona Club of America

Big Grain Exports From Boston Reach Record Volume

Boston ships show large grain export figures to Europe for the period. In the just completed cycle streams carried 2 055 792 bushels of wheat 126 869 bushels of rye and 301 371 bushels of barley. October led with over 2 000 000 bushels exported while flour shipments totaled 82 058 sacks and 187 barrels.

Boston United States Europe

Feast of St. Francis Xavier Observed at Cathedral

Tomorrow the Catholic church marks the Feast of St. Francis Xavier with an 8 PM observance at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. The service, under the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, will feature a life sermon by Bishop Maurice P. Foley of Tuguegarao. Cardinal O'Connell may attend.

St. Francis Xavier The Snaies Cathedral of the Holy Cross Society For the Propagation of the Faith St. Francia Maurice P. Foley Tuguegarao Philippine Tetends Cardinal O'Connell

Governor Warns of Tax Shortfall over Stock Valuations

Governor Walsh warned at the Cambridge Board of Trade building opening that state tax receipts could fall by eight million dollars next year unless real estate owners cooperate to ensure full valuation of all stocks and bonds for assessment.

Walsh Cambridge Board of Trade

Governor Walsh proposes tax cut on stocks and bonds

Governor Walsh said the state may cut the stock and bond tax from $20 to $4 per thousand next year, aligning with New York and Rhode Island, if the Legislature uses its new power to differentiate assessments. He urged full disclosure of holdings to end untaxed billions and boost state revenue to about $25 million. He spoke at the Cambridge Board of Trade event opening its new Central square building, with leaders including Frederick W. Dallinger and Timothy W. Good.

Walsh New York Rhode Island Cambridge Board of Trade Central Square Frederick W. Dallinger Timothy W. Good George Ss. Smith

Honeymoon in a Cave in Alaska Featured in Sunday Post Magazine

A couple recounts their Alaska honeymoon spent living in a sea cave. The story highlights the couple and the magazine feature in the upcoming Sunday issue of the Post Magazine.

Alaska Next Sunday Post

ADMITS HE CONCEALED SUPPLIES

New York dispatch reports Joseph Hachmeister purchasing agent admitted under cross examination that he failed to declare supplies and provisions for German cruisers in manifests of Hamburg American line ships. He said he treated them as ship stores but knew they were intended for German cruisers.

New York Joseph Hachmeister Hachmeister Roger B. Wood Dr. Buenz George Kotter Joseph Poppinghaus Cap Trafigar Trinidad William Rand Kotter John H. Gans Thor Lorenzo Berwind Hamburg-American Line Roger 8. Wood United States Howe

Hamburg-American trial nears verdict in conspiracy case

Hinchmeister’s admission shocks as Dr Buenz and three co-defendants face charges of conspiring to defraud the U S government. The defense claims omissions were blunders while the government rests its case with summations to follow and a jury verdict anticipated late tomorrow.

Hinchmeister Karl Buenz Howes

Boston Police Celebrate 27 Years of Service

Four Boston police officers mark 27 years in the force today. Lieut Henry Hazlett and William J. Gordon of Station 17, Elmer Jones of Station 1, and P. J. Coffey of Station 6 entered the department on December 2, 1889. A dinner at a downtown hotel with their wives will precede an automobile ride.

Boston Police Department Henry Hazlett William J. Gordon Elmer Jones P. J. Coffey

Anuric Insurance Ad Claims Kidney Health Promise

Advertisement promoting Anuric by Dr. Pierce of Buffalo New York claims to test urine to assess risk for insurance. It extols Anuric as powerful against uric acid and mentions benefits for backache rheumatism and heart and blood vessel health. Also promotes Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets and 50 years of reputation.

Pierce the Invalids' Hotel and Surgical Institute Buffalo N. Y Anuric Dr. Pierce

Sudden Ending to Slave Case

Providence December 1 Judge A L Brown of the US Court ordered the jury in the Fred Shank trial for alleged violation of the Mann white slave act be discharged with no verdict. The court said it takes responsibility not to abuse the statute and noted evidence of transportation was lacking.

Providence A. L. Brown United States Court Fred. Shank Laura la “Tour Boston

Hydroaeroplane Sets New Altitude Record at Pensacola

At the Pensacola Navy aviation station Florida a hydroaeroplane reached 400 feet with Lieutenant R C Sausley carrying a passenger. The event was announced by the Department of Defense.

Washington Navy Aviation Station Pensacola Fla Department R. C. Sausley

Sixteen men die in Boomer mine explosion

Boomer West Virginia December 1 sixteen men were killed when a blast struck Mine No 2 of the Boomer Coal and Coke Company. Officials said the mine was explored and all workers accounted for.

Boomer, W. Va Boomer Coal and Coke Company

Belmon t Selectman Edward F Skahan Dies at 50

Edward F. Skahan a Belmont selectman and market gardener died at his home 91 Grove Street Belmont after a 15 day illness. He was 50 and survived by a widow and eight children.

Edward F. Skahan Belmont Grove Street Mr. Skahan

Harfina Hair Treatment Ad Promises Glossy Healthy Hair

An ad touts Harfina as a remedy for dull lifeless hair and dandruff. It claims hair becomes glossy and healthy after days of use, with itching stopping and hair loss reduced. A 50 cent bottle with a free shampoo comb is offered at druggists.

Harfina

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