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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1919
Page
17
In Holyoke on January 9 George O’Donnell aged five was killed and his brother John aged seven was fatally injured after two boys on a single sled collided with an automobile truck at a street intersection.
Mrs A E Packard of Keene New Hampshire credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with relieving years of indigestion and nervous weakness Since August 33 she reports instant relief from attacks and improved sleep and appetite She says seven boxes completed a full recovery and recommends the remedy The Dr Williams Medicine Co offers a free booklet and sells pills at 50 cents a box six for 2 50
The article argues against alkali in soaps and shampoos, recommending plain refined coconut oil as a safe, greaseless cleanser. It advises rubbing a small amount through damp hair to create a rich lather, rinse easily, remove dust and oil, and leave hair soft and manageable for weeks at low cost.
An advertisement touts Eckman Alterative as a remedy for persistent coughs and lung ailments. It promotes 80 cent and 1 dollar 50 cent bottles available from druggists or Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
Washington officials from the War and Navy Departments the railroad administration and the shipping board announced a definite action plan to avert prolonged supply disruption. New York harbor traffic was paralysed by the Marine Workers' strike threatening food imports and the lives of thousands within 48 hours if roundabout routes cannot be found.
The piece warns of a critical rail and port freight crisis with thousands of lives at stake. A 48 hour armistice is sought to avert famine as longshoremen and marine workers ponder a general strike. Milk and food shipments face prioritization over other freight due to curtailments.
The torpedo boat destroyer U S S Wordsworth arrives at Charlestown navy yard after seven months overseas service. The ship, led by Commander Goss, aided the English Channel patrol from Queenstown and hundreds of sailors are welcomed ashore. Half the crew will soon receive furloughs as shipmates return.
Vilna has fallen to a Bolshevik army of several thousand who drove out Polish militiamen and began a civilian massacre. Polish troops under General Veliko retreated to Lanovarova and were disarmed and sent toward Polish territory. Paderewski negotiates a cabinet with Pilsudski, while Warsaw's political scene remains tense.
John Glynn of Haverhill faced Central Court after repeated warnings and arrests at North Station. Station Officer Mullen testified Glynn was found in the large waiting room and then the small waiting room within hours, earning about eight dollars yesterday with only thirty five cents remaining the next day. The judge ordered further proceedings to determine Glynn's status.
Health warning claims nine tenths of illness stem from digestive upset. The text touts Dr True's Elixir as the reliable remedy for stomach and bowel balance for all ages. It asserts pharmacists favor the product and often use it for family care.
Washington January 9 Commissioner of Internal Revenue Roper said the revenue bill is expected to pass with little change and the 1919 federal taxes will be collected. New tax forms are nearly ready for distribution.
A New York furrier completed a $75,000 sable coat for Mrs. William E. Corey wife of the steel magnate. Siberian and Russian pelts were carefully selected after months of searching. Three months of skilled work followed before the garment was assembled and will be sent to Paris for delivery.
Worcester January 9 Miss Cath ine Olney of Leicester was elected a director of the Park Trust Company of Worcester making her likely the first woman bank director in New England. She is the daughter of the late George W Olney and a niece of Richard Olney former Secretary of State.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Chancellor Ebert's cabinet certain of defeating the rebels. Loyal sailors head to Berlin from Kiel at Noske request. Berlin officers volunteer for Noske and the government forms officers battalions to bolster the capital.
The document outlines Sinn Fein plans asserting Ireland as an independent republic, seeking international recognition and a referendum on government form. It vows to deny British authority, use all means to end English rule, convoke a constituent assembly, and pursue industrial protection, consular services, mineral development, a national stock exchange, civil service, arbitration courts, education reform, and public works.
City: Mayor Peters files bills to raise Boston's tax limit by 3$ this year 1$ in 1920 and 1$ in 1921 enabling about 4.5 million extra spending this year 3 million next year and 1.5 million the following year. Proposes 6 8 10 percent penalties on late unpaid taxes. Other measures urge two platoon fire service state veteran bonus Lynn street railways municipal control of railways fruits and vegetables sold by pound tenant accountability bagged fuel tax on Harvard property Museum expansion milk production labeling overtime pay for city workers and higher legislative salaries.
Raymond P. Delano urged the city or state to force liquidation of the Boston Elevated Street Railway and purchase by public authorities. He proposed transferring control to the West End Street Railway with a single manager and rentals to cover bonds and stock interest, arguing a 6-cent fare could suffice with efficient operation. William J. Paul warned against free subway rentals or tax abatements to the Elevated, saying it would raise fares to 8 cents and boost taxes.
The Boston Car Men’s Union officers were installed at Fay Hall Dover and Washington streets by Thomas F. Shine. William D. Timmins was presented a diamond stickpin by rapid transit division members. Re-elected officials included Matthew J. Higgins and John W. Hurley, with most officers securing second terms.
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