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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1908

Page

4

Lessons Conference Debates Uniform International System

A major Sunday school conference at the Fenway, chaired by William N. Hartshorn, gathered leaders from all denominations and international committees to discuss improving the international lesson system. Debates covered expanding scope and adding graded instruction while favoring continuation of the current system.

William N. Hartshorn Sunday School Association Fenway Sunday School Editorial Association Messions

New England Confectionery Mutual Benefit Event Opens New Year

The second annual hall of the New England Confectionery Company's Mutual Benefit Association will be held tonight at Odd Fellows Hall. Committee head Daniel J. Donoghue leads the event with attendance expected from former employees of the three merged firms and current staff, along with prominent city and state officials.

New England Confectionery Company Mutual Benefit Association Odd Fellows’ Hall Daniel J. Donoghue

Japanese envoy surprised by saltpetre shipment report

Washington news: Counsellor Miyaoka, charge d affaires of the Japanese embassy, says he has heard nothing about his government shipping saltpetre and yucca from Chile to Japan for explosives manufacture. He notes saltpetre imports from Chile may be for agricultural use.

Washington Miyaoka Japan

Untitled Healing Claim Promotes Psy-Phy Force Cure

An advertisement touts a doctorled treatment using oxygen, artificial nerve force, and Psy-Phy Force. It cites testimonials from Mrs Bowden and Mrs Peters, claims university and government endorsements, and offers free diagnosis and treatment to the first 1000 respondents, with letters to Gen. James B. O'Beirne in Syracuse, New York.

France Germany N. W. Bowden Newber N. C Hannah Peters Harrisburg Penn Hyatt Charities City of New York United States Congress Republic of Venezuela United States Peckacty Department James i O'Beirne Syracuse N. Y

Judge revokes sentence after witness challenges facts

In Municipal Court Judge Murray reopened the case after Charles Weeks and a police officer challenged the assault facts. James McCarthy of Arlington had been fined $10 for assault following his guilty pleas to drunkenness and assault. The witness said the officer started the trouble. McCarthy was pushing to pick up his hat when the altercation began. The case resumes with both sides to present witnesses.

Murray James McCarthy Arlington McCarthy Patrick J. Conners Park Street Charles L. Weeks City Engineer's Office Weeks Mr. Weeks

Big Sale of Clothing by Gray Co Consigning Rhodes & Ripley Stock

The Gray Company at Hanover and Washington streets announces a great consignment sale of winter men’s clothing from Rhodes & Ripley. Prices are described as unheard of for suits, vests, and overcoats, with the Rhodes & Ripley name lending national reputation. The sale begins today.

I’, Gray Co Hanover Washington Streets Gray Company Rhodes & Ripley Clothing Company F. Gray Co Rhodes & Ripley Company

Assault case continued for Bruno and Nicoll

Pasquale Bruno and Antonio Nicoll were arraigned in Municipal Criminal Court on the assault charge against Giuseppe Guerino 28. Each was held in 500 bonds until next Tuesday. Guerino, in court with head bandaged, was weak and aided by officers and then taken to the hospital as a witness.

Pasquale Bruno Antonio Nicoll Giuseppe Guerino North Street Municipal Criminal Court Guerino

Fall From Staging Kills Contractor Nelson Martin

Nelson Martin aged 68 a well known contractor was killed in Lee while three men rose a 20 foot staging when a ladder gave way Dowd and Haynes sustained serious injuries Dowd had multiple broken ribs Haynes injuries considered internal Martins death occurred at noon he was active with the Catholic Church of Great Barrington funeral planned locally.

Great Barrington Nelson Martin Lee Joseph Dowd Charles Haynes Dowd Haynes Mr. Martin

Opera Singer Weds Hotel Napoli Proprietor in Port Maurice Ceremony

Miss Marie Levaggi, Toledo Ohio opera singer, married Alfred Di Pesa of this city at the Franciscan Church of Port Maurice. Sister Rose Levaggi served as maid of honor and Ettore Forte as best man. The bride wore a tailored gown with Parisian lace. Reception followed at Hotel Napoli. The couple plan a Jamaica honeymoon and will reside at 1622 Beacon Street Brookline.

Marie Levaggi Toledo Alfred di Pesa Port Maurice North End Father Mele

Way to Heal Sores Quickly

An advertisement proclaims X Zalia heals sores fast by treating the flesh from the outside. The Mequid sold by druggists and prepared by the X Zalia Corporation of Boston claims rapid removal of soreness and complete healing of the flesh.

X-Zalia X-Zalia Corp'n Boston

Fire Commission Probes City Fire Department Graft Claims

The Finance Commission investigates promotions tied to politics and examines the Fire Department's efficiency under Commissioner Wells. Attorney M J Sughrue reports meetings with officers while rumors persist about graft. The panel seeks nonpartisan successor Meyer Hibbard and reviews other city departments, with hearings unlikely until next week.

Finance Commission Fire Department Wells Commission M. J. Sughrue Wells’ Department

New Church for Mattapan Sundays Start at Oakland Hall

Catholics in Mattapan will hold Sunday services at Oakland Hall Mattapan Square for their benefit. Rev Father Francis J Ryan is appointed pastor by Archbishop O Connell. A church will be built soon for the new parish with a future name. Services Sunday next at 8 30 and 10 30 am. Father Ryan from Lawrence Fordham University St Josephs Seminary and pastored in Stoneham Brockton and Somerville.

Mattapan Oakland Hall Mattapan Square Francis J. Ryan O'Connell Father Ryan Lawrence Fordham University New York City St. Joseph’s Seminary Troy N. Y Stoneham Brockton Somerville BE Tapert Church Union Square

Missing Ashley ring recovered after fatal shootings

In Abington, January 2, the diamond ring from Eadith M. Ashley, murdered, was found on the lawn after Samuel Stetson Jr fired the fatal shots. Mrs. Clement F Barnes credited a dream guiding her to the location, leading to the recovery before further tragedy.

Abington Eadith M. Ashley Samuel Stetson, Jr Clement F. Barnes Ashley

Derrick Accident Kills Foreman at Granite Works Yard

A derrick at New England Granite Works fell today injuring Foreman William Smith, whose neck was broken. He died instantly at the scene as rescue attempts failed. Authorities investigate the fatal accident in Westerly.

Westerly R. Ft New England Granite Works William Smith

James A. Watson Seeks Original Bryan Man Label

James A. Watson, a candidate from the 19th Congressional district, announces his bid claiming to be the original Bryan man. He states he intends to run and seeks to inform the delegates of his plans at the Democratic convention.

Watson Bryan Man James A. Watson

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