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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1915
Page
5
Basel Switzerland Feb 17 German telegram reports Emperor William will personally apologize to James W. Gerard American ambassador for the hostile demonstration at a Berlin theatre on the evening of Feb 9.
The Emperor will convey regrets to Minister Gerard during the ambassador's visit to Koenigsburg. Gerard agreed to travel to the fortress with a U.S. Embassy party. In Berlin on Feb 9 the group faced a protest from a man in the audience targeting the ambassador and United States arms exports, before theater staff restrained him.
The Maverick Dispensary in East Boston reported 65211 patients served in the past year, a 41 percent rise from the previous year. The charity clinic, run to aid the sick poor, notes increased expenditures and appeals for contributions. Officers are Edwin F. Fobes, president, and John H. Townsend, treasurer.
Police Commissioner O Meara issued a general order promoting five reserve officers to patrolman. The new officers are William J McLaughlin and Martin H McManus of Hanover Street station, Michael Browne of Lagrange Street station, William Stahler of Roxbury Crossing station, and Timothy P Casey of East Dedham Street station.
Advertisement notes a medical advance in antacid tablets. A leading drug firm has produced a 6 grain bisurated magnesian tablet that retains the powder’s antacid benefits. Doctors increasingly prescribe the tablet over the traditional powder form for quicker relief from fermentation and excess acid.
An Advertorial appeal describes ORRINE as a secret home remedy to curb drinking, claiming thousands cured and offering a free booklet. The ad promises refunds if no benefit and lists a price of one dollar per box with distribution through Washington DC and Riker-Jaynes drug outlets.
Edward Ruhl, secretary of the Massachusetts Breweries Company, a bearer of the Iron Cross, explains its value to Germans. He recalls its origins with Frederick William and Napoleon, noting the cross’s insignificance in metal but deep symbolic meaning for the German people.
At a special meeting Malden Baptist Church voted to rebuild the burned church immediately and the trustees met to plan the new structure. Contributions include a 5-cent Sunday school gift and a $150 donation from a local businessman as investigators seek the fire’s origin.
Boston churches held Ash Wednesday services tied to the 100th anniversary of the Ghent treaty. The event, urged by the American Peace Society, featured Daughters of 1812 exercises in Portland City Hall and a four day tour by Dr. James L. Tryon. The observance continues through the week.
Several people testified before the Legislature's legal affairs committee in support of a bill from the Roxbury Board of Trade. The measure would require furniture movers to file a city or town clerk record detailing origin and destination of household goods. It aims to help creditors track goods and landlords locate so called fly-by-night tenants while reducing rent avoidance.
Mayor Curley urges Boston theater managers to dress show girls more modestly and curb suggestive dances and spicy conversations. He cited recent instances of scantily clad performers and called for toned down performances during a conference with theater representatives.
A Boston district protest by officers of the association urged against reductions in carrier wages. The plan would cut some carriers from about 50 to 1000 dollars, affecting about 1200 pay levels.
The mayor announced that theatrical managers agreed to curb risque content in all playhouses. No exemptions will be allowed regardless of location. The conference followed a communication from the Watch and Ward Society prompting the action.
Sumner E. Warren alias Russell H Shackelford, 22, of 4 Quincy Park Beverly, was arrested yesterday by Inspectors Patterson and Egan. He is charged with obtaining 19 dollars by a worthless check from George A. Lloyd of the Rever e House for an alleged larceny on November 16.
Advertisement promotes a wild Mexico herb claimed to reduce sugar and specific gravity in diabetes and restore vigor. It offers a 50¢ package for 10¢ plus a free booklet, guaranteed satisfaction, and directs recipients to mail 10¢ to AMES CHEMICAL CO. Whitney Point NY.
The postmaster told carriers that government finances require economies at the post office. He aims to spare men from discharge while noting $1000 is the ordinary pay for a collector. Carriers argue that aging, less fit workers deserve full pay for past faithful service. He says cuts may prevent dismissals as the solution to the crisis.
Frank Russo, a New York bricklayer, was found guilty by a jury in the United States District Court of possessing counterfeit quarters. He was arrested last November on a complaint by a State Street newsboy who alleged he passed one counterfeit coin.
Store ad lists worsted suits at 18 dollars and tartan plaids stripes and checks blue serges. Warrison's at 662 to 672 Washington Street invites shoppers with evening hours until 9 p m.
Dr. T. F. Harrington condemned the belief that illnesses like scarlet fever whooping cough and diphtheria benefit children. He spoke to about 75 physicians enrolled at Harvard Medical School in a course for future health board leaders.
A scientist explains that preventing diseases like tuberculosis and typhoid fever requires public action. He urges people to follow medical guidance to reduce spread and protect communities, stressing that prevention saves more lives than treatment.
Jeremiah F. McLawaitin a Boston postal district clerk of nearly two years died at the Consumptives Home Mattapan Tuesday night He is survived by a wife and four children residing at 21 Bannoridee Street Charlestown.
Boiler trouble at Charlestown navy yard delays the battleship Georgia's sailing date. The vessel was originally set to depart Tuesday but the schedule was postponed and remains uncertain after yesterday morning.
Dr Hary P Ward of Boston University Theological School told a Ford Hall socialist gathering that waste in American distribution causes world hardship. He urged public control of transportation and communication and said waste totals about 6000 dollars per person yearly.
John J. Geary, a local liquor dealer missing since Sunday, was found dead in a field at the city's north edge. The medical examiner ruled death a self-inflicted gunshot wound, with relatives noting Geary’s recent despondency.
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