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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1914

Page

7

Raymond Suits Reduce Attachments in Suffolk Equity Suits

Two equity cases filed by Cadwalader M Raymond against George J Raymond and the Raymond Syndicate Inc were trimmed by Judge Jenney. Attachments totaling 290000 were reduced to 5000 in each suit, with disputes over trustees and affiliated firms. The first suit seeks 200000 filed December 30, 1913.

Suffolk Superior Court Cadwalader George J. Raymond Raymond Syndicate, Inc International Trust Company Paul Revere Trust Company Cadwalader M Raymond Frederick W. Whidden George W. Booth Underhill Brothers E. W. Chapman Puritan Parlor Frame Company Mellish & Byfield Manufacturing Company Everett Trust Company The International

Somerville Names First Female Police Matron

Mayor Zebedee E. Cliff made his first appointment selecting Mrs Mina T Weeks of 18 Lovell street West Somerville as matron of the police station with a salary of 600 dollars.

Zebedee. E. Cliff Somerville Mina. T. Weeks Lovell Street West

No damages for Madame Steinheil suit dismissed in Paris

The Civil Court dismissed a $20 000 damages suit against a newspaper by Madame Steinheil linked to defamatory memoir passages. Also notices of deaths for Winifred B Russell aged 89 in Roxbury and Mary Rooney widow of Michael Root with funeral details in Roxbury.

Paris Journal Mme. Steinheil Russell Roxbury Winifred B Daniel Russell Highland Congregational Church Parker St Rooney Mary Michael Root Tracy Dudley St

Self Cure for Rupture Promises Free Book and Remedy

A promotional piece profiles Captain Collings who claims a self cure for rupture using a home method. It urges readers to obtain his free book and remedy by clipping and mailing a coupon, saying operation and trusses are unnecessary and that the approach brings comfort and joy. The offer emphasizes no cost or obligation.

Collings Lfe W. A. Collings (Inc Watertown N. Y

Doubts Over Will Of Recluse In Brockton Case

In Providence Dr. Joseph Dubeau testified Horace W. Howard was not capable of making a will the night before he died. The Brockton recluse left 300000 to charity, largely to Brockton institutions, clouding motives amid claims of undue influence by Mrs. Burns of Brockton. The hearing, before Judge Raymond, drew many female onlookers as questions about Howard's mental condition and requests to notify friends or burial arrangements emerged.

Brockton Joseph D. N. Dubeau Providence Horace W. Howard West Bridgewater Howard Robert O. Harris Maria Howard North Easton Sarah J. Burns Dr. Dubeau Raymond Dubeau Eugenie Ducaine Eugenie Duhaime Burns Royal H. Gladding

Wilson to Decide Canal Government Plan

President Wilson will determine the Panama Canal Zone government upon returning to Washington. Secretary Garrison said his ideas were given to the President before the holidays and declined to specify whether a military or civil government is recommended, noting the law permits either.

Wilson Canal Washington Panama Canal Zone Garrison

Anna Steele Richardson Talks Mothers on Babyology

Anna Steele Richardson hosts an intimate mothers’ talk on Babyology in the Sunday Post. The feature highlights parenting tips and personal experiences shared by Richardson and participating mothers.

Anna Steele Richardson Next Sunday Post

Army chief warns Congress on need for field guns ammo

Major General Wood tells House military committee that without proper guns and ammunition the U S Army and militia could face dire losses in any war. He urges a total of six million dollars for field artillery and munitions to ensure readiness and prevent slaughter.

Washington Wood Army Congress House Military Committee

Clean Up Your Liver With Cascarets 10 Cent Box

Headache biliousness and constipation described as signs of a full bile system. The ad promotes Cascarets as a gentle overnight cleanser that purges waste, freshens the mouth and eyes, and leaves the user feeling cheerful and ready for work.

House Painters Banquet Hosted by New England Salesmen Club

Harry E. Wright of Winthrop presided at a banquet for nearly 300 delegates of the Master House Painters and Decorators convention. The event, at Berkeley Hall, followed speeches by Barry the lieutenant governor elect Ottomar Wellmar and other leaders.

Harry E. Wright Winthrop New England Master House Painters and Decorators Paint Trade Salesmen’s Club of Berkeley Hall Harry B. Wright Paint Trade Salesmen’s Club Edward C. Beck House Painters’ Society William c. Beck Barry Ottomar Wellmar William H. Sayward William E. Wall Dorchester Weber Boston

War Amunition and Army Readiness Warned by War Dept

The War Department argues that ammo and field artillery must be ready in peacetime to meet a first‑class war. An army of 500,000 would be needed immediately, with 1600 rounds daily now but guns requiring adequate supply on battlefields to avoid inefficiency. Pa Van Loon’s Doings page teased for Sunday Post humor.

War Department van Loons Sunday Post Pa van Loon

Aguglia Starred in Fedora at Levitan's Hub Theatre

Italian actors delivered a powerful performance in Victorien Sardou's drama Fedora at Levitan's Hub Theatre. Mme Aguglia and Sig. Sterni drew strong notices for their intense portrayal and stage presence as the show concluded with their final appearance.

Mme, Mim Aguglia Fedora Victorien Sardou Levitan Hub Theatre Mme, Zapetti Olga G. Sterni Loris Tpantoff A. Arista Gretch Mme. Augusta Electra Sig. Sternit Mme. Aguglia Car Wilde Salome

Woman Sues Over Lost Hair At Ocean Farm Inn

Florance reports she became temporarily bald after Mrs. Zena Small of North Truro allegedly poured a substance on her hair at the Ocean Farm operated by E. L. Small. She sues for 5000 dollars in damages in two separate actions.

Florance US May Zena Small North Truro E. L. Small Ocean Farm Small

Penalty threat for late registrations at Wellesley scrolls in

More than 100 Wellesley College students returning from Christmas vacation faced possible penalties for late registration after trains from Chicago due to heavy snowfall. Arrival past 2 pm meant missing the 1 pm cutoff and risking debarment from a half year exam, counted as a failure in the course.

Wellesley College Chicago Middle West Wellesley

Teehan Named as Captain in Boston Fire Department

Fire Commissioner Cole announced the promotion of Lieutenant Michael J. Teehan of Engine 7 to captain. The officer, listed on the roll of honor for saving lives at a fire, will take on duties at Ladder 24 on Friday.

Cole Michael J. Teehan Boston Fire Department

Captain Teehan Returns as Lieutenant in Boston Fire

Captain Teehan aged 42 rejoined the Boston Fire Department after a six year gap and was reinstated after four months as a patrolman. He was appointed lieutenant on March 15, 1907, alongside five new hires and transfers of nineteen hose and ladder company personnel.

Teehan Boston Fire Department Police Department John F. McNamara Walter D. Fitzgerald Garfield R. LaPlan M. J. Foley T. J. Mulhern BH. R. Murphy G. H. Morris John R. Keefe

Catholic Church Notes Schedule of Local Events

Dr James J Walsh of New York will speak at Boston College January 14 on Calderons The Wonder Working Magician as part of a lectures series on The Mystery of Suffering and Evil Mrs Alice C Maloney will install St Rose Branch officers in Chelsea St Rose Hall A reception for Rev Edward Brock of Boston College will be hosted by the Young Mens Sodality Proceeds support the Boston College fund East Cambridge Catholic Club plans a minstrel show February 12 and 13 Renovation work at St Thomas Church Jamaica Plain aims to expand capacity after a $26000 fundraising effort led by Rev Mark Maddden

James J. Walsh New York John, Boyle O'Reilly Music Room Boston College Calderon Walsh Alice C. Maloney St. Rose Branch Ladies Catholic Benevolent Association St. Rose Hall Chelsea Edward 3. Brock Young Men's Sodality Church of the Immaculate Conception New Boston College Fund St. Thomas Church Jamaica Plain Mark EI. Madden

Sex Hygiene Lectures Stopped by Chicago Board

In Chicago on January 7 the Board of Education voted 13 to 8 to discontinue sex hygiene lectures in public schools. The special course for the last term will not be offered again until there is general public input. Superintendent Ella Flagg Young did not take part in the discussions.

Chicago Board of Education Ella Flage Young

Mitchel Announces More Appointments in New York

Mayor Mitchel announced a slate of new appointments including Arthur H. Woods as private secretary. The health commissioner and corporation counsel posts remain vacant while Arthur Woods, formerly a deputy police commissioner, succeeds Robert Adamson as fire commissioner and was frequently named for police commissioner.

New York Mitchel Arthur H. Woods Woods Robert Adamson

Danderine Promise of Hair Gain and Stopped Dandruff

An advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine claiming immediate effects on hair health with no dandruff or shedding. It describes shiny, fluffy hair and new growth after weeks, urging readers to buy a 25 cent bottle from local drug stores or counters.

Knowlton

Woman Dies After Attempt to Die With Dog in Portland

In Portland Maine a note found in the home of Mrs Eunice E Dodge widow of Dr Rudolph L Dodge orders that her pet dog not be touched until an undertaker arrives to bury the animal alongside her. She had killed the dog with chloroform then nearly died herself, but a neighbor found her and she is expected to recover.

Portland Eunice E. Dodge Rudolph L. Dodge

Harvard Men To Feast Boy Alderman

Twenty Harvard students will banquet Thomas Henry McGowan at Quincy House in honor of his election as a member of the Woburn Board of Aldermen. McGowan, a Harvard junior, is build years of age and won the highest vote total for an alderman in the last city election.

Harvard Thomas Henry McGowan Quincy Honos Hom Woburn McGowan

Andrews Whitcomb Wedding Connects Chelsea Educator And Coach

Miss Elizabeth Whitcomb a Williams School Chelsea teacher married Herbert KB Andrews a noted athletics figure and former Choise High School football coach last night at St Rose Church with Rev Thomas A Quinlan officiating.

Elizabeth Whitcomb Williams School Chelsea Herbert KB. Andrews Choise Thomas A Quinlan St. Rose Church Cating

Piles Quickly Cured at Home

Many cases of piles have been cured by a trial package of Pyramid Pik Remedy without further treatment. When it proves its value to you, get more from your druggist at 50¢ a box. Save yourself from the surgeon's knife and its bills. Fill out free copper below and mail today.

Father John’s Medicine Promises Quick Cold Relief

When you feel a cold coming on take Father John’s Medicine at once. It has fifty years of history in treating colds and provides prompt relief for lingering coughs and throat irritation. The preparation is alcohol and drug free and marketed as a safe family remedy to restore normal health. Get a bottle today.

Father John

Better Than Calomel Dr Edwards Olive Tablets

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets present a mild laxative alternative to calomel for liver and bowel relief. They claim rapid liver improvement without dental damage and banish headaches from constipation and sluggishness.

Dr. Edwards

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Madame Steinheil Bridgewater the Press Publishing Co By Maurie Ketten U.S. Army John W. Campbell Harry W. Smith Mme Aguglia IN Levitan’s Theatre Catholic Church Notes East Cambridge Catholic Club Institute Hall East Cambridge Chicago School Board Pyramid Drug Company Pyramid Bldg Marshall, Mich Remedy
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