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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1913
Page
4
New York January 15 announces a bleak outlook for boot and shoe manufacturers in the United States. Members of the National Boot and Shoe Manufacturers' Association warn that parcel post tariff reductions and calls for pure shoe laws threaten the sector.
John FE Hanan, president of the association, warns lowering tariffs on shoes would wage war on wages and spark industrial conflict. A committee notes higher costs if a federal all leather shoe bill passes. Manufacturers employ 255000 workers earning 12000000 yearly. 97 percent of output stays in the United States.
Harvard College will erect a dedicated building for the music department funded by an anonymous donor who provided 80000 dollars. Alumni and friends have contributed over 5060 dollars for ongoing maintenance. The structure will be located behind Lawrence Hall, former Lawrence Scientific School building.
Much interest surrounds Miss Kitty Cheatham as she prepares a recital in Jordan Hall on Saturday at 3 o clock. Her mastery of children’s songs and old South repertoire is famed, likely drawing both adult and young audiences.
Mrs George P Mead and Warren P Nightingale rescued five of eight Lillback children from a smoke filled stairway at the clergyman’s Granite and Centre street residence in Quincy. The fire caused 800 dollars in damage. Nightingale discovered smoke from an attic window after 1 pm. Two responders were injured, Hose 3 of West Quincy overturned and driver Richard Callahan suffered a fractured leg.
Horace Williams Howard born in South Easton died in Providence after living as a recluse. He left a will and estate rumored at 200 000 to 300 000 in stocks bonds and cash. His sole relative is Mrs Edward T Goward of Goward's Corner South Boston. He previously lived on Elm Avenue Brockton. His wife and daughter died in Brockton and a son died in Leominster. He paid 1.25 a week for a Providence room.
Mrs. Mary E. Brigham of 3 Conrad street Upham's Corner Dorchester wife of Edmund M. Brigham and daughter of Mrs W W G Crowther died following a surgical operation She had been ill the day before but celebrated at home with her husband and their four children her golden wedding anniversary was the prior Saturday.
Frank Carrol aged 15 of 97 Henley Street Charlestown and another boy with surname Powers are in police custody over the death in Charlestown of an unidentified Japanese man found Tuesday night in an alley off Joiner Street.
Police say two boys about 16 were part of a gang that robs intoxicated patrons in Charlestown bars. A Japanese man, denied lodging at 7 Joiner Street, was found dead from a brain hemorrhage after a scuffle. Authorities isolated Carrol and Powers, who allegedly confessed to the assault and robbery.
In Montpelier on January 15 the Vermont House killed a municipal suffrage bill by 148 to 67. The measure would have allowed voting rights for certain classes of women, after amendments restricted eligibility. The Senate already passed a similar bill.
Dr. Francis N. Reid, 53, of 25 Huntington Avenue, was arrested yesterday on a warrant accusing him of illegal operation on a prominent Back Bay girl. The alleged crime occurred January 10 at his office. the identity of the patient remains undisclosed. He remained jailed after failing to post bond.
Meriden Connecticut January 15 Judge James P Platt of the United States District Court is again critically ill at his home with a serious throat affection doctors report he is in a grave condition awaiting further treatment efforts continue to aid his recovery
A home remedy recipe claims to make a pint of cough syrup using granulated sugar, warm water, and Pinex with a sugar syrup base. It asserts rapid relief for obstinate coughs and throat issues, notes appetitet stimulation and mild laxative effect, and offers a money back guarantee.
Dr. Mary E. Bates testified in Superior Court why she should pay only 190 dollars for a set of false teeth made by Dr. Adelbert Fernald. Fernald claimed 240 dollars, Bates had paid 50. She said the teeth did not occlude nor match color, while the old set served as a better guide. Fernald denied disparaging Bates or advising oversized teeth. The trial resumed before Judge Bell with Bates's letter and testimony continuing.
At the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission annual meeting in Pittsburgh on January 15 the body awarded 24 heroism honors. The list highlights New England recipients among those recognized for acts of valor and public service.
In Burlington Vermont on Sept 7 1912 Charles P Sullivan aged 7 died after touching a dangling guy wire fallen on a high voltage line. His mother was shocked but uninjured. Zeiner retrieved the wire with pliers and died. Sullivan survived after three hours but suffered serious burns.
Fifty rebels burning bridges on the Mexico Northwestern railroad were dispersed yesterday by a command of 100 federals a short distance below Juarez, according to advices received in Juarez today.
An archival ad extols Knowlton's Danderine at 25 cents as cure for dandruff and hair loss. It claims rapid scalp revival after first use and gradual growth of new fine hair, promising lustre, fullness, and wave.
A reader from Dorchester disputes an editorial claim that Porto Rico coffee would liberate American breakfast tables from a Brazilian monopoly. He argues Porto Rican price harms ordinary workers, noting Brazilian coffee costs about 38.5 cents per pound while Porto Rico asks 44 cents. He questions demand and affordability.
The Harvard board of overseers met at 63 State Street and elected Bishop William Lawrence to the Harvard Corporation, succeeding the late Dr. Arthur T. Cabot. Lawrence, a 1871 graduate and former president of the Harvard Alumni Association, has long served as an overseer as graduates raised over 2 million dollars for the teachers endowment fund.
The National Skin Hospital at 114 Main Street, St Joseph Missouri publishes a 60 page book with colored plates explaining skin diseases their causes and remedies and home treatment. Write for a copy with 4 cent postage enclosed.
Readers submit questions on constipation skin problems hair loss catarrh and rheumatism. Dr Baker prescribes tonics syrups and tablets with home remedies and cautions on dosage and timing, detailing products like sulpheric tablets trilpeptine hypophosphites and arbolene tablets for weight loss.
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