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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1916
Page
4
The State Department demanded the immediate release of 38 passengers taken off the American steamer China by a British cruiser. Washington announced the move as officials awaited consul reports from Shanghai. The action departed from standard procedure to press for a prompt resolution.
The China was five days out from Shanghai when stopped by a British cruiser about ten days ago. Thirty eight passengers were transferred to the warship. The State Department demands an explanation from Great Britain over the removal of these passengers from an American merchant vessel. Washington maintains no person may be taken from an American ship and notes the China was bound for San Francisco, arguing against Britain’s claim they were German reservists en route to Germany. The protest follows prior cases where authorities secured releases as a matter of US favor, not legal obligation, and calls for a definite understanding with Britain.
More than 300 persons attended the annual dance and whist party of the Ladies' Catholic Benevolent Association Branch 1295 connected with St. Joseph's Church West End at the Quincy House last night. The Rev F W Maley pastor and chaplain and Miss Alice M Maloney supreme deputy were the special guests.
Letter from a humane worker in Waltham commends the Boston Post editor for the cat license bill editorial. The writer says the piece should gratify humane workers and notes a weekly column of humane matter in a local paper. The letter asks to continue the good work.
The $5000 suit filed by 16 year old Miss Helen Hart against 29 year old dentist Dr. Frank A. Derby is sealed along with the declarations and interrogatories. Hart, once an office attendant in Derby's Field's Corner practice, left after her mother Mrs. Helen Hayden ordered her from the job shortly after August 31.
Employees of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company met at 50 Oliver Street and organized a rifle club under Major Portal supervision. Officers include President William H. Brown, Vice President George B. Joslin, Secretary Sigmund C. Friedman, Treasurer Charles C. Reed, and Executive Officer Henry F. Mosses.
A Brookline reader writes to commend The Post for its weekly editorials. He cites a first week piece urging Republicans to deliberate on their platform and says the editorial foresaw developments. He expresses approval of Wilson's backing by the paper.
The Copley Gallery main hall is a nursery for two weeks showcasing Jessie Wilcox Smith illustrations of Mother Goose rhymes. Featured characters include Curlylocks Little Jack Horner Rock-a-Bye Baby Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe Little Miss Muffet Margery Dan Jack and Jill Mary the Contrary Peter the Pumpkin Eater and Little Bo Peep.
Francis Hurtubis of the National Automobile Association labeled the consolidation plan to merge commissions on Beacon Hill as bunkum during a hearing before the special committee. He argued past consolidations did not cut expenses and urged creation of a vehicle commission to regulate licensing and oversight of motor vehicles.
By voice vote the House unanimously passed resolutions urging Congress to equip the Charles Town navy yard for building battleships and cruisers. An amendment in support of the preparedness program was attached but later withdrawn for separate resolutions.
Methuen Feb 25 The address of James R Veacock a fireman on the Boston and Maine railroad is unknown His family seeks him to inform of the death of his 2 year old daughter Etta who died from injuries after a fall from the second story piazza of her grandparents home at 41 Camden street The railroad does not know his address but he is believed to be in Boston Funeral is scheduled for tomorrow.
Advertisement claims the remedy relieves rheumatism and is used by those who tried it. It notes reliable druggists carry the product and urges readers to obtain it through local pharmacies.
Fog hindered harbor police in locating the bodies of two men lost when the fishing schooner Mary C. Santos exploded Thursday. The Watchman searched the wreck, a diver surfaced after a brief dive, and another attempt was planned for today if weather allows.
Parish activities are noted for Catholic groups in Roxbury and North End with Masses and Holy Hour at Cathedral of the Holy Cross, a Pilate's Daughter drama rehearsals in St. Alphonsus Hall, a novena of grace in St. Marys Church and a Mardi Gras party in Everett under church sodalities.
Henry D. Estabrook of New York argued that national prosperity stems entirely from the European war and urged the Democratic administration to disclaim credit, addressing the Home Market Club at Copley Plaza last night.
A speech attacked Wilson era protection policies and proposed robust national preparedness. David Jayne Hill urged industrial readiness to face postwar competition while William B. H. Dowse touted American patriotism and defense. About 600 attended the dinner.
KE Newman opened a travel lecture series in Symphony Hall Boston with a talk on Brazil. His remarks highlighted commercial prospects and the people, fitting current ties with South American republics.
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