28 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1916
Page
1
Frederick L. Small, former Boston broker, on trial for his wife Florence Arlene Smell's murder, wept as he looked at the spot where her burned body was found. Jury selection continued, with Small closely watching and consulting with his attorney as the day closed.
The Rev. C. C. P. Hiller, pastor of Melrose Methodist Church, mounted a bench as he led the delegation in Let Your Lower Lights Be Burning. His voice carried above the crowd and drew remark from onlookers, with reporters noting the preacher's strong voice.
Washington reports that despite the Central Powers demand for an immediate peace conference and Entente refusals without Germany’s terms, the American government believes negotiations progress. President Wilson will keep hopes alive that any talks may hasten the war’s end until one side closes the door.
Count von Bernstorff the German ambassador returns from New York and permits the Associated Press to report that he regards his government note as accepting all points proposed by President Wilson in his note to the belligerent nations of Europe.
A Hull village steamer skated last night en route to a fire at Frank Farrington's house. The icy streets slowed the Hull fire engine, delaying the response as Sunset Point volunteers rushed to the scene at high speed, while the steamer took a sport on the ice.
Farmington Me Dec 27 Sophronia Holman White aged 101 years four months dies at her New Sharon home She was the oldest member of Colonial Daughters Chapter D A R and was a third cousin to ex President Taft from a distinguished family
Celia Schnitzer, 22, was shot dead in Buffalo. Police believe Maurice Gold, 45, of Philadelphia, killed her then shot himself. Schnitzer had come from Philadelphia four weeks ago and planned to wed a Buffalo man.
An Imperial order issued to all Russian army units dated December 25 notes growing Allied and Russian strength as central powers’ resources evened out and enemy power appears to wane since December.
The text notes Germany sensing imminent defeat and seeking peace negotiations while her military power wanes, hoping to conclude settlements before further military capacity is exhausted. The passage frames the shift from aggression to diplomacy as a reckoning for past wrongs.
Miss Lillian Gladys Webster daughter of the late Jackson Webster marries Charles Pelletier on the Haverhill Methuen line. Pelletier, a farmhand, faces a pending appeal after a District Court sentence of 90 days. past incidents at Walnut Crest involved multiple farmhands and alleged assaults.
In Wolfeboro New Hampshire authorities plan a formal investigation into the death of Dr. Sarah F B Jenness 80 a Boston physician killed when her Cotton Mountain residence burned. Chief Lester E Thompson and Medical Referee Frank G Horne will lead the inquiry as crews struggle with intense heat to recover the body.
The Gas and Electric Light Commission should control coal selling licenses. It urges limiting coal sales to 25 pound lots at ton rates and prioritizing coke orders of 100 pounds or less. It proposes studying municipal coal pockets and asks Congress be memorialized to curb discrimination, separate coal from railroads, and regulate coal prices to mining agents.
The High Cost of Living Commission released a report accusing anthracite coal companies and their rail affiliates of discriminating against New England. The findings allege collusion to drive up prices and limit supply in the region.
The commission appointed by Governor McCall presents its comprehensive first report. It shows a broad grasp of the coal situation and its impact on Massachusetts. James J. Storrow is attributed with authorship due to his nationwide business familiarity.
Roger Leonard vanished after leaping from a fast moving express as he was escorted to Bridgewater State farm. Cambridge officer William F. McCue and two passengers chased him. the 3 mile per hour train stopped and no trace was found.
Genial Texas congressman at large Jeff McTemore tied the knot in Galveston with Miss Fannis May Clark, a member of a long prominent local family, in a discreet ceremony reported from the city.
Louis Cabrera, a Mexican commissioner, will outline Caranza's attitudes toward the Atlantic City protocol to Secretary Lane tomorrow. No definite information exists tonight on the Mexican de facto government's stance or whether the joint commission negotiations will continue.
Secretary Lane said a messenger carrying Carranza’s reply left New York for Washington while Cabrera would travel to the capital to explain Carranza’s position. If the protocol is approved the delay may be overlooked. if rejected, plans to adjourn sine die proceed. The policy remains an orderly border force without immediate Pershing withdrawal.
Miss Elg Ferrarone a 19 year old sister in law of Charles A Ceppi proprietor of the New Province House fell from a fourth floor piazza at 8 Pleasant street Dorchester last night and is in critical condition at City Hospital She and two women talked in the sitting room before she vanished and were alerted when moans were heard from the yard Miss Ferrarone was found unconscious on the street below
New England coast guard reports no trace of the steamer Maryland by Dec 27 as cutters Gresham and Acushnet continue search. If any boats escaped, they likely drifted west toward transatlantic steamer lanes.
Bernard Loughname a Worcester clerk shot at 20 year old Elvera Arnberg a stenographer on a Worcester street three shots were fired Miss Arnberg says she told him to stop and he threatened her prior to the attack William F Quinn a fellow employee aided her as police search for Loughname continues
Washington December 27 President Wilson prepares to mark his 60th birthday with celebrations arriving at the White House. He plans to continue his routine work day.
Francis Charles Langhorne 72 a member of the committee that named the Elks died at his Plainfield home. His vote reportedly decided the Elks name over Buffaloes. Born in New York he leaves a widow two daughters and a sister.
England and France have fully agreed on the terms of the reply to the Teutonic allies peace proposals. The answer may be sent by week’s end, though entente nations may require verbal alterations causing delays. A prompt response to President Wilson’s note is anticipated soon after.
Clerk of Courts Arthur E Kennison pronounces the grand jury indictment accusing Frederick IL Small of murdering his wife. The accused rises to hear the formal charge in the courtroom.
More than 100 prominent Newton and Brookline residents attended a Christmas fantasia at the home of Mrs. Mary Parker Converse in West Newton. The event titled Christmas Dreams was written by Converse and staged by the Just Helpers Club with leaders Mary E. Haskell Francis Aldrich Pauline Mason Parthina Mason and Claire McCarthy. Gertrude Lemon performed a dancing exhibition.
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