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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1915
Page
4
Dr J C Genereux said a clerical error on an official rank form caused Helen Kozlowski to be described as suffering from typhus fever while she was treated for typhoid fever at Worcester. The mix up occurred while filling the form.
An advertisement touts GETS-IT as a painless corn removal solution. It claims dramatic results after years of failed remedies, urging readers to try the product sold by druggists nationwide for 26 cents or via E. Lawrence & Co. Chicago.
Jamaica Plain home of the late Dr Charles H Weld holding a globe trotting collection of Japanese art swords and curios was broken into Sunday. Items stolen valued around 2000 but family members say the true worth as antiques is impossible to estimate.
A secretive burglary in Boston came to light after a statewide probe by the John F. Sherman Detective Agency. The thief, favoring Japanese ivory, took items including an ivory fishmonger figure, ivory dancers masks, amber pieces, a coin from the keel of the Great Admiral, and a desk clock. The mansion was vacant with no witnesses among the many attendants nearby.
Palmer Feb 24 A strike involving 50 wire drawers that closed the Wright Wire Company plant was settled at a conference between striker representatives and company officials. No terms or causes were officially released.
Pa Van Loon served as a judge at a prize dance reported in the Sunday Post. The event drew local dancers and spectators, with awards presented to top performers and brief remarks from organizers highlighting community involvement.
Arbitration between the Bay State road and its employees continued after the company announced the reinstatement of Con ductor Harry Swartz of Brockton who had been discharged for discrepancies in his testimony. The union committee expressed satisfaction to proceed. The hearing opened with shopmen pay first and Charles F Bancroft, superintendent of motive power, as first witness.
A Bay State road witness criticizes current labor practices noting fewer workers today despite more output. He cites unfit staff and union pressure to reinstate such workers, while claiming many in his department could be let go. Union attorney Vahey questions employment trends as arbitration looms.
The Jewish Anti-Tuberculosis Association held a bazaar and fair last night at Brunswick Hall Roxbury with over 500 attendees. Many booths displayed items and sales proceeds support fighting tuberculosis with hopes of raising more than ever. Mrs N Adderson led the event with assistants Mrs Harry Linenthal and Mrs Abraham Bloom.
Nearly 100 birds of all sizes and descriptions on exhibition mark the first poultry show under Quannapowitt Poultry Association auspices in the Wakefield armory. Notable entrants include A. L. Evans with prize Orpingtons and several Wakefield exhibitors. Seventeen cups and 500 dollars in gold prizes will be awarded over the three days.
A teaser invites readers to enjoy the upcoming Personalities Page in the Sunday Post, highlighting profiles, features, and human-interest items to look forward to.
Drs Lassar and Bishop tested dandruff scales on a student. a pig rubbed with its pomade became bald. Newbro's Herpicide claimed to eradicate the contagion, promising instant scalp itching relief. Sample offer 10 cents plus sizes 50 cents and 1.00, sold at toilet counters. insist on Herpicide.
Everett officials ordered an inquiry into charges by architect John J. Smith that Alderman John J. Mullen solicited a plumbing contract in a new Everett square building in exchange for city favors. The allegations stem from Mullen’s approach to Smith before taking office.
London reports three aviators who took part in a raid on German positions in Belgium are missing. Official notice says four flying officers were reported missing during naval air attacks on Ostend Zee Brugge and Bruges. one, Flight Lieutenant Murray, later appeared after landing at Flushing and being rescued by a Dutch torpedo boat. The other three are Flight Lieutenant E G Rigall Flight Lieutenant the Hon D O'Brien and Flight Sub-Lieutenant T Spencer. No further news has been obtained.
Washington reports that Fore River Shipbuilding Company says it is not building submarines for delivery during the war. Secretary Bryan noted that investigations continue into other works where submarines may be built in the United States for shipment to Canada and Great Britain.
A laborer employed by Patrick McGovern was crushed to death when a bucket fell 18 feet during excavation near Dorchester Avenue and West Third Street. The unidentified man died instantly after the bucket dropped on his head during lowering.
Patrick Finnegan a 12 year old from Liverpool hid aboard the liner Canadian for a nap and woke en route to Boston. Captain Bullock watched over him and he amused the party of 60 horsemen aboard. Immigration Inspector Leonard later questioned him and the boy said he liked the States but preferred the Captain and planned to return with the ship.
The will of Thomas J. Doyle of 24 Magnolia Street was filed for probate yesterday in Suffolk County probate court.
A 12 year old from Liverpool dozed off on the liner Canadian just before sailing to America and woke to learn the voyage was on the house. The unexpected free trip comes as a surprise reward for the sleeping traveler.
The will leaves $300 to the Home for Destitute Catholic Children and $300 to the Home for Children on Shawmut Avenue Boston. The residue after masses for his mother and himself goes to executors for charitable objects they deem proper.
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