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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1915
Page
6
Madame Grouitch, wife of Serbia’s foreign minister, urged universal woman suffrage on the war question at a peace meeting in Park Street Church hosted by the Woman's Peace Party. The address called for women worldwide to take a stand on wartime policy.
The foreign minister’s wife told a large audience that if women suffer from war they should have a say in peace. She stated she cannot discuss politics as a diplomat’s wife but supports woman suffrage even if she won’t weigh in on other matters.
A speaker urged granting women a ballot and a voice in national councils to avert wars. She argued women possess mercy and forbearance suited to settling disputes. President S C Mitchell of Delaware College and S K Ratcliffe of England spoke. Governor Walsh was absent at adjournment, with Samuel J. Elder presiding.
Requiem masses were sung in more than a score of Catholic churches in Greater Boston yesterday. The annual service honored deceased Knights of Columbus members and Catho lic choir members of the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. Cardinal O Connell established the custom, with Rev M J Scanlan officiating and other clergy assisting. The cathedral rector Rt Rev Mer M J Splaine led ceremonies with Rev William B Finnigan aiding.
The Winthrop Street Methodist Church hosts Rev. Milton Rees for the third week of Roxbury revival meetings under nine churches. More than 1700 attend as over 400 converts are reported. the event features a large chorus choir and remarks by William D. Boswell of Cohoes. Rees describes heaven as a real city and discusses heaven’s recognition and the Bible as a preparatory school. Services continue nightly at 7 20 with Thursday labeled Women’s Day.
Modern Theatre presents Alias Jimmy Valentine with Robert Warwick in the head line photo production for the first three days. For the last three days a return engagement of Robert Hilliard’s A Fool There Was is offered with Eduard Jose and Theda Bara. The program includes The Master Key installments, comic photo-plays, the latest Pathe weekly, and an organ recital.
The Henry Jewett Players presented The Taming of the Shrew at the Boston Opera House last evening. New cast members Leonard Willey Irby Marshall impressed in Petruccio and Katherine roles, with strong Grumio Lucentio and Bianca portrayals. Scenic effects enhanced the Shakespearian atmosphere as the company continues revivals and educational value. The run continues this week prior to A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Lieutenant William P. Soule of Newton police faced a public trial in Newton City Hall for neglect of duty failing to call physicians in maternity cases when requested. Mayor Edwin C. Child presided with decision reserved as Alderman John W. Murphy alleged officers ignored three calls for doctors at bedside.
Tickets for the joint debate on the European conflict between Cecil Chesterton editor of the New Witness London and Professor Edmond von Mach formerly of Harvard and author of What Germany Wants may now be obtained at Symphony Hall. The debate takes place on Thursday evening March 4.
Charles J. Shriner, prominent Boston shoe manufacturer and head of French Shriner & Urner of 63 Melcher street, South Boston, died suddenly of heart failure induced by acute indigestion at the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach shortly after arriving there from Boston. He was 371 Commonwealth avenue resident.
Mr. Shriner aged 55, born in Maryland, died in Florida while his wife Blanchard and his son accompanied the body to Boston for burial at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. He started as a salesman for John Hanan, later joined French & Hall, and with Urner built French Shriner & Urner in Boston. Urner died two years ago, leaving Shriner and Joseph E. French as owners.
Antonio Aiello of 21 Gale street Malden was shot in the jaw and taken to Relief Hospital after a row over beer prices at 2 Clark street. Vito Florentino of 27 Clark street North End was arrested on assault with intent to kill.
An ad promotes Dys-pep-let tablets as a fresh mouthful of relief after chewing. It claims rapid digestive benefits, easing sourness and gas, and calming the stomach to support natural function.
Former Superintendent of Police William H. Pierce, now retired, received a farewell dinner at Young's Hotel from department ranking officers and captains. Captain John J. Hanley of the Roxbury Crossing station presented him a diamond scarfpin as a gift from his former colleagues.
The honored official received kind words from Commissioner Stephen O'Meara and Secretary John A. McNamara as guests included Leo Rogers and Lt. William J. Sheehan. A four police-shield centerpiece and hotel chef display stood at a decorated table while an orchestra played and guests sang after speeches.
A basement blaze at a theatre near Quincy Point involved multiple fire units. Firemen including Paul Avery were hospitalized, and several others were treated at home. The building loss is estimated around 32,000, with Remick Brothers’ stock damaged.
About 150 members of the Boston Light Infantry Veterans attended the annual dinner at the Hotel Langham in the South End. Speakers included Commander J Otis Chamberlain Major James W H Myrick Commander John Capalle and Captain Halgreen.
The Women's City Club opened its clubrooms yesterday in celebration of Washington's birthday with more than 600 visitors signing the guest book.
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