Arson trust claims cited by Wisconsin Fire Marshal
State Fire Marshal T M Purtell announced evidence of an arson trust operating in Wisconsin and other states. Warrants have been issued for several principals, many living outside Wisconsin, with fires coordinated with a band of fire loss adjusters. The marshal said the organization has destroyed over 1,000,000 dollars in property in the last decade.
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Madison
Wis
T. M. Purtell
Wisconsin
Marshal Purtell
Cure for deep seated cough promised in five hours
An medical notice touts a five hour cure for deep seated coughs and lung ailments using a home formula. The regimen includes wild cherry bark, cardiol essence, and white pine syrup, with twenty drops every half hour for four hours followed by smaller doses.
Raps Officer Frees Accused In Cambridge Gambling Case
In Cambridge District Court yesterday attorney John P. Conroy cross examined James Whitney an agent for the Watch and Ward Society who admitted carrying a revolver the day of the raid. Judge Almy ordered a complaint against him and continued the case to December. The defendants Edward Hamilton and Edward J. Mattin were discharged.
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John P. Conroy
Cambridge
Edward Hamilton
Edward J. Mattin
James Whitney
Tremont Street
Boston
Watch and Ward Society
Almy
Mrs Withington Dead at Newburyport Home
Mrs Elizabeth Little Withington wife of Nathan Noyes Withington and grandmother of Harvard athletes died at her home 20 High street Newburyport after a week of illness and pneumonia. She had been bedridden only since Wednesday.
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Newburyport
Elizabeth Little Withington
Nathan Noyes Withington
Harvard
High Street
Withington
New Ladder Truck Ordered for East Boston
Fire Commissioner Cole ordered another motor ladder truck to be stationed at ladder 21 in the Orient Heights section of East Boston. This brings the department's total to four new motor ladder trucks with three already en route.
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Cole
Orient Heights
Boston
Boston Pneumatic Action Company Files Voluntary Bankruptcy
The Boston Pneumatic Action Company filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy in U S District Court. It discloses liabilities totaling 4994 dollars and assets of 3000 dollars.
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Boston Pneumatic Action Company
United States District Court
Christmas Themed Pin Cushions and Entertaining Ideas
The household section of next Sunday’s Post will feature pretty pin cushions suitable for Christmas gifts. It also offers ideas for Christmas entertaining and other valuable home features.
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Next Sunday
Sewing Circle discusses modern courtship and spinster fears
The column invites homemakers in New England to share advice on marriage and family life. A reader argues women must pursue husbands amid modern distractions, noting shifts from grandmotherly courting to city pursuits and the need to balance parental favoritism in families.
Dear Sewing Circle And The Mother Of Eleven
A correspondence exchange discusses marriage expectations and roles in early 20th century New England. A letter from Essex County Sister argues modern women push politics and nightlife while a reply defends traditional homemaking and large families. The Mother Of Eleven signs off.
Poverty Versus Babies Dear Sewing Circle
A reader signing as Essex County Sister questions whether a man earning $15 a week can raise a dozen children. She argues that a wife should say no to large families and notes that living costs are higher now, making two or three children more affordable.
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Essex County
Motherhood entitlement and paternal role in a letter
A writer to the Essex County Sister column argues women earned motherhood rights through suffering and questions why men demand large families. The piece contemplates men's duty to protect and care for wives rather than claim paternity as a right.
No double standard in forgiveness say letters writer
A reader argues mothers do forgive daughters as readily as sons. She cites a clergyman's wife whose sons grew up well but whose daughter’s wild behavior was forgiven and later led to a respected life. The writer states there is one standard of right and sex makes no difference.
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DR. Pierce
Grandpa
Mahomet
Ness
AMONT
Santa Claus
Playing Favorites Dear Sisters opening moral musings
A correspondent notes that a mother forgiving a son for an offence she would not pardon in a daughter mirrors common parental bias. She observes that mothers often defend sons while fathers may differ in stance.
Whining Talks on Woes Warned by Woman Physician
A reader signed as A Dressmaker applauds a Woman Physician for rebuking women who burden others with imaginary sorrows. She cites a visitor worsening a sick patient by dwelling on symptoms and gloom, calling such talk a whiner’s habit that saps others’ spirits.
Most Interesting Letters to the Sewing Circle Printed
The Sunday Post features a selection of notable letters to the Sewing Circle. Readers share anecdotes, needlework tips, and community news, reflecting hobbyists’ humor, craft advice, and social connections across the circle.
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Sunday Post
Tech Will Meet Pilgrim A A Tonight
ITT hockey team and Pilgrim Athletic Association clash at the Boston Arena in a season opener. Both squads are experienced and well conditioned as they prepare for four ten minute periods instead of the usual two longer halves.
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Herpicide Co
Depr. S
Detroit
Mich
Houghton & Dutton Co
Institute of Technology
Pilgrim Athletic Association
Boston Arena
Motor Boat Makers Go Into Bankruptcy
The Atlantic Company, boat manufacturer with plants in Amesbury Boston and New York, filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in U S District Court showing liabilities of 55655 dollars and assets of 49623 dollars.
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Atlantic Company
Amesbury
Boston
New York
United States District Court
Recipes for New England Housewives Next Week
The cooking page in next Sunday's Post will feature menus and daily recipes for every day of the upcoming week, focusing on favorites of New England housewives.
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New England
Toris Compound Promoted For Rheumatism Relief
A vintage health advertisement claims after fifty the body declines and poisons cause rheumatism. It promotes Toris compound with Sarsaparilla syrup to be taken in whiskey, urging insistence on the genuine sealed one ounce package and quick pharmacist access.
Calocide Foot Bath Promises Fast Relief
An ad touts a foot bath soak named Calocide for sore feet corns callouses bunions frost bite and sweating feet. It claims instant relief and encourages purchase of a 25 cent box at any drug store.
Musterole Recommended by Doctors and Nurses
Musterole ointment replaces mustard plasters and is widely used in hospitals. Doctors and nurses endorse its quick relief for sore throat bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma and other pains without blistering skin. Available in 25c 50c jars and hospital size 2.50. order by mail if needed with testimonials from medical staff.
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Musterole
Musterole Company
Cleveland
Burns Men Shoo Away Votebuyers Stage Fright
Report claims Progressives launched a covert bid to win votes by deploying operatives to recruit buyable legislators. Citizens heard rumors of detectives pursuing new lawmakers while campaign tactics included a masked man and staged distraction outside Republican headquarters.
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Burns
Republican
Rumor of Bribery Probe in Massachusetts Senate Race
The article discusses unconfirmed claims of bribery in the Massachusetts senatorial contest, noting Burns aides used in past campaigns to guard against illegal voting. It mentions William B. Plunkett and ex Governor Draper in Somerville politics, with no firm interviews or confirmations given.
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Matthew Hale
Progressives
Burns
Lodge
William B. Plunkett
North Adams
Foss
Plunkett
Draper
Somerville
Councillor Glidden Silent on Senate Candidate
Representative Charles L. Underhill said he had not discussed the senatorship with Councillor Walter 8. Glidden nor was he asked to support a candidate, indicating no Somerville man has named a choice.
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Walter
Glidden
Somerville
Charles L. Underhill
Mr. Glidden
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