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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1916

Page

11

Banks of Augusta to Consolidate

Augusta Maine January 11 The directors of the Granite National Bank adopted a provisional plan to consolidate with the First National Bank involving liquidation of Granite Bank after taking over its users goodwill and liabilities The action by First National directors will follow but was deferred due to President Hichborn illness

Augusta Granite National Bank First National Bank Granite Bank First National Hichborn

Increase in weight with Sargol claims in newspaper ad

A sensational advertisement touts Sargol as a weight gain solution. It features testimonials from military and civilian readers claiming rapid gains from 10 to 22 pounds, urging readers to order a free trial package with a small postage payment.

Sargel States Campbell Kentucky, Infantry R. T. Sivells J. ©. Weaver N. D. Sanderson Sargol Co Herald Bldg Binghamton N. Y Sargol Binghamton, N.Y

Golden State Limited Endorsement Promotes Pacific Rail Tours

A prominent American praises the Golden State Route from Chicago to California highlighting courteous officials, luxurious equipment, dining car service, and disciplined staff. The ad promotes Pacific coast travels with discounted excursion tickets and emphasizes early reservations via Rock Island Lines and Southern Pacific offices in Boston.

California Golden State Limited Atlantic Chicago Rock Island el Paso Southwestern Southern Pacific Pacific Coast Rock Island Lines Washington Street Southern Pacific Ticket Office Milk Street

Representative Kelly to Seek Arrest Warrant Over Tunnell Toll Clash

East Boston politician Edward S. Kelly announced he would seek a warrant for the arrest of Philip Little, a special police officer at Devonshire Street tunnel station, charging him with assault in a dispute over abolishing tunnel tolls.

Edward S. Kelly East Boston East Boston Tunnel Philip Little Devonshire Street

Representative claims assault over tunnel toll at East Boston station

Rep William H Sullivan defends Representative Kelly after a confrontation with Little at a tunnel toll box. Kelly, immune from arrest as a legislator, was let in without paying a penny amid a clash with special officers and city police. Incident followed by earlier trouble between police and youths. Rep Thomas J Giblin faced criticism after placing a penny in the coin box.

Little William H. Sullivan Kelly East Boston City Hall Avenue Thomas J. Giblin

President and Mrs Wilson Host First Official Dinner

Washington January 11 The President and Mrs Wilson entertain at the White House for the season's first official dinner with guests of honor the President's executive family. A musical program followed the meal.

Washington Wilson White House

Notable Guests Attend State Dinner at White House

Vice-President and Mrs. Marshall, Secretary of State Lansing and wife, Treasury Secretary McAdoo, War Secretary Garrison, Attorney General Gregory, Postmaster General Burleson, Navy Secretary Daniels, Interior Secretary Lane, Agriculture Secretary Houston, Commerce Secretary Redfield, Labor Secretary Wilson, the President's secretary Tumulty, New Jersey Governor Fielder, army chief of staff and spouse, Paymaster-General McGowan, Hamlin and Davies couples, Surgeon-General Blue, Colonels Wilder and Harts with spouses, Crane, Brown, Wallace couples, Mrs. Bolling, Mrs. Marshall Field, Miss Wilson, Mrs. Howe Cothron, Miss Helen Woodrow Bones, Dr. Devol, John Randolph Bolling, and Dr. Cary M Grayson. The long state dining room table held enchantress carnations, Roman hyacinths, maidenhair ferns, and the state drawing rooms perfumed with roses. Miss Louise Llewellyn, daughter of Kansas’s former governor, performed Slav songs, accompanied by Miss Harmon, a familiar White House performer who sang there two years earlier.

Marshall Lansing the Treasury McAdoo Garrison Gregory Burleson Navy Daniels Interior Lane Agriculture Houston Commerce Redfield Labor Wilson Tumulty New Jersey Fielder Army Scott Samuel McGowan Charlies S. Hamlin Joseph H. Davies Rupert Blue Wilber E. Wilder William Harts Charles R. Crane Edward T. Brown Hugh C. Wallace William H. Bolling Marshall Field A. W. Howe Howe Cothron Helen Woodrow Bones Edmund Devol John Randolph Bolling Cary MT. Grayson Louise Llewellyn Kansas Harmon White House

Irish Debate Over Conscription Stirs War Coalition

The Irish question dominates a heated debate on conscription as Sir Edward Carson and Augustin Birrell defend Ireland’s position while Redmond signals reform. Labour leader Anderson warns of hardship for workers if the bill passes, with Simon and Henderson poised to speak as Asquith convenes labor leaders and the bill heads to the Lords.

Ireland England Scotland Wales Great Britain Edward Carson Dardanelles Augustin Birrell William Crawford Anderson Attercliffe Sheffield Labor Party Will Thorne Gas Workers’ Union Anderson Labor Congress Redmond John Simon Arthur Henderson Asquith House of Commons House of Lords

Revolt in Yunnan Suppressed by Chinese Troops

A Pekin cablegram reports the revolutionary outbreak in Yunnan, China, checked by government forces who defeated rebels in several engagements and captured their positions. Rebels are now split into several weak factions, with the Governor of Kwang-si aiding the Yunnan troops.

New York Pekin Far Eastern Bureau Yunnan China Kwang-si

Separate skirts to the fore fashion feature

A vivid advertising preview for the upcoming Sunday Post highlights a color illustrated fashion article. It promises bold skirt styles aimed at women readers and emphasizes visual appeal and style trends.

New England Dry Goods Association elects Brine president

The New England Dry Goods Association opened its 1916 17 season at Copley Plaza with a dinner dance and a brief business meeting. Henry Brine was elected president succeeding P A O Connell, with a slate of associate officers and a long list of Boston and New England members attending the event. A telegram from former president J G B Smith was read and the secretary position was deferred to the next meeting.

New England Dry Goods Association Copley Plaza Henry (. Brine Merchants Legal Stamp Company Boston Association P. A. O'Connell BE. T. Slattery Company Mr. Brine A Calawell Walker, Stetson Company C. F. Fessenden C. & F. Fessenden Augustus Bacon W. and A. Bacon Company Frederick A. Fuller Jordan, Marsh Company William L. Taylor Smith, Taylor Company H. A. Free Great Department Store Lewiston Henry W. Poor H. W. Poor Company Walter E. Merrill W. E. Merrill Company Cambridge Asa A. Mills R. A. McWhirr Company Fall River J. C. B. Smith David C Caesar O the King McLeod Company Newport R. I George F. F. Roberts Farley Harvey Mr. Roberts O’connell Brine O'Connell J. G. B. Smith Terre Haute Ind Henry C. Brine The W. & A. Bacon Studio

Cambridge City Departments Face Phone Disconnect Notice

Mayor Rockwood served a notice to all Cambridge city departments demanding a strong reason for the city to pay for residence telephones. If no adequate justification is provided, the telephone instruments will be ordered disconnected.

Cambridge Rockwood

Norwell Man Credits Osmo-Chemic Cure for Cancer Escape

A 79 year old Norwell resident and Civil War veteran recounts losing weight to 113 pounds with stomach cancer fear. He credits Osmo-Chemic treatment and Snow Pencil and X Ray therapy for recovery and urges others to seek the Osmo-Chemic doctor demonstrations.

A. B. Litchfield Norwell Assinippi P. O Mass G. A. R. Man Boston

Woman of CC Case Sees Boastful Witness Testimony

Mrs. Rebecca J. Johnson, 77, suing Captain James D. Canney Officer Patrick J. Ma honey Dr. Elmer E. Southard and Charles D. Kidder for 5000 dollars each, testified for five minutes before court adjourned yesterday afternoon at the Lagrange street police station and related offices.

Rebecca J. Johnson James D. Canney Patrick J. Mahoney Lagrange Street Elmer E. Southard Psychopathic Hospital Charles D. Kidder Albany Lincoln Street

Woman alleges her detention in hospital by four defendants

Mrs. Johnson claims four defendants caused her arrest and confinement for eight days in a Psychopathic Hospital after selling shaving supplies in Albany. Dr. Dewey said she was not insane and not committed. Dr. Southard noted her release on September 10, 1914 amid a tense cross examination.

Johnson Psychopathic Hospital Albany Charles G. Dewey

Threatened to Kill District Attorney Pelletier

A man who threatened to kill District Attorney Pelletier after an alleged drug-sell crackdown in the South End was released after a police headquarters exam. Assistant District Attorney Lavelle called the threat a joke, noting the suspect is a harmless South End gang member previously prosecuted for drug sales.

Pelletier South End Lavelle

Plant Juice touted as cure for stomach troubles and rheumatism

The Plant Juice remedy is promoted at Liggett Drug Company at Washington and Avon streets as a direct cure for chronic stomach ailments and related symptoms. A testimonial from Boston Street Railway motorman Michael Cowhey claims four bottles restored his digestion, sleep, and liver function, with continuing health improvement.

Plant Juice Liggett Drug Company Washington and Avon Streets Michael Cowhey Vermont Street Boston Street Railway Company

White Hand Threat Letter Targets State Treasurer Burrill

State Treasurer Charles L. Burrill received a threatening note yesterday as authorities investigate possible links to a New Year bomb at the State House. The white paper note warned I’LL GET THE NEXT ONE and showed a crude dagger and crossbones with a hand drawing.

Charles L. Burrill State House

Black hand letter stirs State House after Burrill receives it

A Black Hand letter sent to State Treasurer Charles L. Burrill yesterday created a stir at the State House, drawing attention to threats against state officials and prompting security concerns.

Charles L. Burrill State House

Prevent the Grip Cords with Bromo Quinine Remedy

An advertisement touts Bromo Quinine as the cure for grip cords. It notes a single product, labeled Bromo Quinine, with signature by B. W. Grove on box 25c.

B. W. Grove

In Loving Memory of Frederick B Lindquist

Obituary note honoring Frederick B Lindquist who died January 12 1909. Family expresses deep sorrow and lasting memory as they mourn his loss with lines of affection from his father mother sister and brothers.

Frederick B. Lindquist

In Memoriam Martha Norton Dies Jan 1906

In memory of wife Martha W Norton who died January 12 1906. Gustavus A Norton signs this In Memoriam notice expressing lasting remembrance.

Martha W. Norton Gustavus A. Norton

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