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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1914
Page
7
Justice Department sources say German consul Baron E. H. von Schaik funded a cargo of groceries clothing and ship chandlers supplies for shipment to Valparaiso aboard the Olson and Mahony. Clearance was refused and the cargo unloaded.
Bar on von Schaik denies involvement in purchasing cargo for the Olson and Mahony. Government evidence cited includes bank-check traces. He says he drew on his account for funds later credited to agents who paid for the cargo. Agents reportedly head to China. William Haas refuses to identify buyers before a grand jury, which voted a presentment for contempt. Aaron von Sehaik claims a mistake. The Olson and Mahony is among vessels tied to suspected German Pacific fleet supplies, with one ship missing and the Sacramento held by Chilean authorities.
Berlin dispatch reports an official release of telegrams between Emperor William and Reichstag president Johannes Kaempf. The exchange concerns German losses in the Falkland Islands naval engagement and expresses national grief and resolve to endure the crisis with faith and unity.
Ottawa reports the Canadian government steamer Sharon is a month overdue from Sydney to Newport with a coal cargo and a crew of 30. Officials fear a mine strike off Ireland’s north coast caused its loss. purchased in England for Hudson Bay work, cost about £150,000 and chartered to the Dominion Steel Company.
The voluntary internment today at Guam of the German cruiser Cormorant and its 22 officers and 355 men raised questions about American neutrality. The action occurred at the American Pacific island possession and prompted immediate adjustment of the issue.
The Cormorant reached Guam short of coal food and water prompting Navy Department talks on refueling in an American port. Captain Maxwell orders neutrality in dealings with the German commander while the crew remains interned until the war’s end, joining the Geier as the second interned German ship in U.S. waters.
A festive Christmas play by a young Bostonian is highlighted as a feature in the upcoming Sunday Post, promising seasonal spirit and homegrown talent.
Mayor Curley praised Building Commissioner O Hearn and pledged support if his work stays strong. Dr. Richard C. Maclaurin warned that avoidable workplace accidents kill or injure millions yearly, urging a nationwide safety movement with workers, employers, and consumers. He highlighted fire hazards, water supply issues, and fire trap hospitals while noting reforms face business opposition.
Dr Edwin D Smith of the Homeopathic Hospital presented a six hour old twilight sleep baby to a large Evans Memorial audience. He cited 79 cases since Sept 30 noting six infant deaths, five of which were not preventable, and claimed no maternal deaths or serious convalescence.
London reports the battleship Bulwark was lost after an accidental ammunition ignition, not treachery. Officials say no enemy action or aboard treachery occurred. about 800 lives were lost when the vessel exploded near Sheerness on November 26.
A London Times editorial argues war will reduce marriage rates as millions of men are drafted, while many women remain available. It warns that cruelty harms no side, noting Belgium’s occupation and French resistance, and states bombardments do not change the war’s outcome.
An American observer recalls the imposing figure of Lord Kitchener delivering a wartime review in calm tones. The speaker likens his past battlefield fame to historic campaigns and notes K's reluctance to appoint new chaplains or to satisfy war correspondents.
Beloved Belgian violinist Eugene Ysaye lies in serious health at Tunbridge Wells England after hardships endured when German forces occupied Ostend. He fled with his family by small fishing boat from Knocke to Dunkirk spending a night at sea then reached Folkestone and traveled to Tunbridge Wells with only a few belongings and his priceless violin.
Quincy will place a 40 foot spruce downtown for the first time this Christmas season. The tree will be decorated with hundreds of colored electric lights, creating a festive centerpiece for the community celebration.
The tree will be placed on the lawn of the Thomas Crane public library and lit for the first time on Christmas Eve. A large mixed choir drawn from Quincy churches will provide singing during the event.
Filene's fifth floor offers a range of women slipper styles with various trims and heels. Prices span from 50 cents to four dollars, including fur trimmed Juliets in oxford gray and red, boudoir slippers, beaded moccasins, croched options, and padded leather bottom styles in multiple colors.
Filene's second floor offers a wide range of slippers for men and boys. Styles include Opera Everett, Romeo, Faust, Cavalier, travel and bed slippers, moccasins, and sheepskin options with prices from 50 cents to $4. Availability spans Turkish toweling bath slippers and felt varieties for all ages.
Catalog notes a wide range of Misses and Girls slippers in red brown blue gray pink and multicolors. Items include crocheted slippers assorted sizes from 11 to 7 and 12 to 7 plus kid boudoir slips and fur trimmed Juliet designs with prices from 50 cents to 1.50 dollars.
An extensive listing of children's footwear and slippers with prices ranging from 35 cents to 2.50 dollars. Includes hand-made ankle ties, soft-sole options, knit slippers, pussy cat and rabbit designs, fur-trimmed Juliets, party slippers, ballet slippers, patent and velvet finishes, warm red socks, felt slippers with crystals, beaded Indian moccasins, quilted satin boot styles, and Turkish toweling bath slippers. Filene's Third Floor.
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