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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1912

Page

8

Ariel 3 Weeks on 7 Day Voyage Ends in Boston

The British steamer Ariel arrived in Boston after a three week voyage from Havana with a cargo of sugar. It ran aground on the Sombrero reefs off Florida during a gale, then rested on the rocks four days before tugs freed it and brought it to Key West for repairs. After libel claims settled and another 24 hour gale, the ship proceeded to South Boston for unloading and inspections. Captain Hyde and his 18 month wife aided on the bridge during the worst of the storms.

Ariel Havana Florida Sombrero Key West Hyde Hattaras Ons American Sugar Refining Amps South Boston

Taxicab Robbery Suspects Near Arrests in New York

NY police announce progress in the 25 000 heist from two bank messengers in a taxicab. Deputy Commissioner Dougherty’s detectives have a net around the five men at large ten days, with arrests expected within 48 hours.

New York Dougherty Bane Financial District

Robberies Reported Across City After Two Incidents

Two holdups occurred today with victims described as black jacked. William Burke a piano tuner was attacked by three men in the Bronx and robbed of 15 dollars, while James Yowers was accosted by a lone highwayman in an East Side park but the thief fled without money. Police detained Joseph Cassidy as they seek suspects in the Walter Meseritz case and a Maiden Lane jewelry heist. Other robberies include Mrs Osics Ramkas at her husband's Second Avenue shop stealing 1000 dollars in cash and jewelry Emanuel S Ross café burglary with 15000 dollars in gems, and a near miss on William Wise the letter carrier.

William C. Burke Bronx James Yowers East Side Walter Meseritz Brooklyn Emanuel 8 Ross Maiden Lane William Wise

Medford Fire Rescue Aids Suffering Father In Home Blaze

Miss Helen Southwick discovers a fire at Boston Avenue Medford early yesterday morning and with her mother rescues her bedridden father Robert Southwick. The furnace caused the blaze spreading from cellar to roof. damage exceeds $2000 with roof burning off and furniture water damaged. Firemen protect nearby houses from embers.

Helen Southwick Boston Avenue Medford Robert Southwick Helen

Foss Twins Drive Races At Poland Spring Matinee

Esther and Helen Foss daughters of Massachusetts Governor Eugene Foss drove in a ladies race at Poland Spring. In front of 300 spectators, Esther won the first heat in 37 seconds and tied for fastest overall. Kenyon and Walton also raced with Ly heymor driving Albino.

West Poland Esther Helen Foss Eugene Foss Massachusetts Kenyon Walton Boston New York Mansion House Poland

Escapes Roy Window Escapes Chase in Brookline Chase recaptured

The capture and escape of Charles B. Chase led Brookline Patrolmen Comerford and Lynch to pursue him for about three quarters of an hour yesterday. Chase escaped through a police station window after his initial capture and was recaptured and held in a padded cell.

Charles B. Chase Comerford and Lynch Brookline Chase

Washington Cruiser Washington to Reach Colon and Panama

An on board wireless report from the United States cruiser Washington says the vessel heads toward Colon and Panama for the secretary to deliver his first set speech in Panama on Tuesday or Wednesday. The ship is expected to reach Colon early Tuesday morning and the secretary will proceed to Panama as quickly as possible.

Panama Washington Colon

Secretaries trip aimed at easing tensions with Latin nations

The article discusses a forthcoming visit by the secretary intended as an explanation of U S coins and a push toward friendlier relations with South and Central American countries. It notes expectations of improved diplomacy upon completion of the Panama Canal and the potential for amicable ties.

United States Central America Panama Canal

Secretary’s Cane assurances spark weary international rhetoric

A garbled excerpt notes assurances from a secretary about welcoming relations with administrations. It hints at admiration for other nations and a push for closer contact between governments in the south to teach peace and friendship, with emphasis on consent and restraint.

Cane Himwell Seers Ao. Ev United States Etary Pauls the

Reflection on Mental Capacity and Self Harm Discussion

A dialogue shows a person considering self harm with phrases about brains and a revolver. A friend responds that such an act would harm the other and cause a fatal wound, urging against it. The exchange reveals a crisis moment and warned consequences.

Chase Runs Wild as Insane Nephew Breaks From Police

About 10 o clock yesterday Richard Chase reported his nephew Charles B Chase recently released from Plymouth insane hospital was at his home causing a disturbance. Officers pursued him through several streets, he leaped from a window with sash, a chase followed through Washington Walnut and Irving streets, he taunted officers and was finally captured and placed in a padded cell after four officers held him at the desk.

Richard Chase St. Paul Street Charles B. Chase Plymouth Comerford Lynch Washington Street Walnut Street Irving Street

Parrot Rescue After Bite At Newport Dentist’s Interlude

In Newport Rhode Island on February 25 Dr. Howard Mathers sheltered a green parrot named Polly after it bit him. The bird belonged to Julia Ernesto of the Ernesto sisters, a tight rope act performer. Polly escaped during Miss Ernesto’s absence and was found at Stewart's stable.

Newport R. I Polly Howard Mathers Pelham Street Stewart Julia Ernesto Ernesto Sisters Julia Ernesto Dr. Mathers

Boston Lecture Relates to Rome Consistory Event

Mr Galvin will recount his observations and insights from Rome focusing on the consistory while presenting a vivid picture of events and scenes connected with the story. A large audience of churchmen and laity is invited to attend the talk in response to an invitation from Boston civic groups.

Rome Galvin Gerving All New Citie Sons of Boston

Open Sunday open to theatres would ruin country

The Rev Dr Martin D Kneeland warned at Warren Avenue Baptist Church that open Sundays erode moral standards and threaten national ruin. He contrasted current Sabbath practices with those of past generations and urged rejecting continental European Sunday norms.

New England Martin D. Kneeland Warren Avenue Baptist Church Europe

Prescription To Reduce Fat

A seasonal remedy claims to reduce fat by five to seven pounds per week. It advises preparing Glycol Arbolene and Aromatic Elixir at home and taking increasing doses after meals for four days, then continuing until target weight is reached.

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