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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1912
Page
18
Corning New York December 4 George Button a four year old boy fatally shot Ray Adams also four in Mills Pennsylvania The Adams boy aimed a pop gun at his companion who fired a revolver left on a table The bullet entered the Adams boy s mouth and passed through the lower part of his skull
After 33 years of operation the Georges business will retire its founder and transfer control to Mr Georges Jr who has led the five store chain in recent years.
Merchant reveals a loss to secure cash for settlement and slash prices across the stock. Reduction examples include $15, $18 and $20 suits and overcoats rising to $20 $22.50 $25, $28 $30 and $35. The sale features aristocratic fabrics and silk lined pieces, formerly $35 to $75, now $20 to $35.
Chicago reports say Jack Johnson and his second white wife began a short honeymoon trip within the state. His gift list to Lucille Cameron included a $2500 six carat diamond ring and a racing motor. A pulmotor saved Thomas Hilbourne’s life after gas inhalation, marking a notable medical intervention in Malden Hospital.
A tale unfolds with Jack Johnson allegedly arranging a $5000 bet on Flynn to finance a coast trip and a car, while his wife claims the car regardless of the bout. A supposed marriage to Lucille Cameron sparks local rumor and church authorities deny involvement. Johnson faces a liquor debt case with Dago and Russell. transfer orders move the trial to Judge Newcomer’s court pending tomorrow.
Johnstown Penn Dec 4 investigation confirms Hon H T Stetler has shed 57 pounds in a short time using a tiny invisible device weighing under an ounce. Worn as directed it allegedly replaces dieting medicines and exercises. Inventor Prof A B Burns of New York offers free trials to applicants.
Avon Connecticut December 4. A brindle cow missing since August was found dead wedged between two tree trunks in woods between Lovely Street and Muckleberry Hill. It is believed the frightened animal ran into the trees and strangled herself.
The government filed suits against Boston & Maine and Central Vermont railroads seeking 2600 dollars penalties each for violating hours of labor limits with two five man train crews working over 16 hours on separate days. It also seeks 100 dollars from New York Central over a safety appliance violation tied to a broken uncoupling chain.
The Massachusetts Railroad Commission approved the purchase by the Massachusetts Northeastern Street Railway Company of three street railway companies including the Haverhill Plaistow and Newton Street Railway Company Citizens Electric Street Railway Company and Hampton Beach Railway Company. The purchasing company was formerly known as the Southern New Hampshire Railway Company.
John F. Eichorn, furrier of 73 Kingston street, seeks $40,000 from Emery B. Gibbs as administrator of John Eichorn’s estate claiming $26,707.36 plus interest for 28 years of wages. Gibbs contends any owed money was paid and that the action is time barred. Gibbs also files cross-bill seeking to protect estate assets and appoint a receiver.
Dr Edward Page M D D M D a longtime Harvard Dental and Medical alumnus marked his 86th birthday yesterday at his son W E Page’s home in Dorchester He received congratulatory letters and flowers though illness prevented a formal celebration Page was born in Groton and graduated from Harvard in 1869 He served as treasurer of the Massachusetts Dental Society for 26 years.
The School Voters' League aims to repeal the gag rule banning teachers from political activity. It may seek legislative action or court challenge with former State Senator Roger Sherman Hoar consulting on constitutionality. The group vows no stance on candidates, focusing resources on removing the rule as teachers seek to defend political engagement.
Miss Katherine Crothers promotes the Elizabeth Peabody House fair at the Vendome in Boston with booths simulating country stores. Mrs. James B. Greenough and Mrs. J. H. Stannard lead the organizing committee for the Kindergarten Alumnae Associations. Will Ellsworth Brigham, a Boston Ice Company collector, sues Emma D. Curtis for 10000 over an alleged breach to marry after a ten year courtship.
Jordan Lawrence Mott the Harvard student who eloped with Mrs. Francis Hewitt Bowne of New York last May on the Indradeo has been located in an interior Chinese city. He refuses to return despite a $25,000 offer from war correspondent Hector Fuller.
The Boston Chamber of Commerce formed a grain board to address grain merchants' interests and elected an executive committee at its organization meeting. Members include Howard A. Crossman Elmer E. Dawson Clinton L. Eddy Marry Hamilton Albert L. Ireland James T. Knowles William S. Leavitt Frank J. Ludwig Charles A. Rache Walter E. Smith Henry M. Thompson Harry J. Wood. The committee will meet next Tuesday to choose a chairman.
Advert says money back option with every Tudor Tea packet and pints the offer that you may keep the Tea if not satisfied.
Malden files suit in East Cambridge Superior Court through City Solicitor H. L. Boutwell seeking 720.61 as Everett’s share of 1870 agreement liabilities. Malden has spent 2814.87 on William M. Penney and wife, arguing Everett should pay 256-10 percent of support costs, tied to Everett’s 1870 separation from Malden.
The suit was filed Monday at the clerk of the Superior Court in Suffolk County. Mrs. Sarah Neagle, sister of Miss Curtis, said the sister is not at home and will be away for three weeks. Brigham refused to comment. Brigham, an Odd Fellows and Masons member, is known in Jamaica Plain where Miss Curtis, a Jamaica Plain bookkeeper for a large confectionery firm, has lived all her life.
A city benefit afternoon at the Colonial Theatre features Carter de Haven and company in Exceeding the Speed Limit and actors from Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm at Hollis Street Theatre. A varied program of music and vaudeville is planned under the patronage of prominent officials and civic leaders.
Alfred A Perry the defeated Democratic candidate for judge of probate sworn on December 4 that he spent no campaign money but did spend one day watching Republicans buy votes during the election in Fairfield Connecticut.
Howard Walker, artist and instructor at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, denied rumors he would quit. He said he signed a one year contract last May and will honor it, though he and the administration council disagree on its interpretation. A conference will be held to settle the differences.
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