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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1915

Page

2

Bishop Lawrence Attacked in Political Church Debate

Charles E. Fay of the Common Cause Society assailed Bishop Lawrence at Franklin Union Hall for backing state funding of sectarian schools. He condemned the move as a blow to Catholicism and warned the state could not adequately care for children if Catholic schools closed.

Lawrence Charles E. Fay The Common Cause Society Franklin Union Hall Fay Bishop Lawrence Mr. Fay

Mayor Curley to See Pure Milk Playlet in Boston

Mayor Curley will attend a box at B F Keith's Theatre this evening for Miss Una Clayton in the one act playlet Milk about the New York milk committee fight for pure milk. Tuesday at 11 o clock Miss Clayton lectures at Keith's under Milk and Baby Hygiene Association and Consumers' League of Boston with thousands invited. Governor Walsh plans to attend Tuesday afternoon.

Curley B. I’. Keith’s Una Clayton New York Milk Committee

Harvard surgeon questions tonsil removals in public talk

Dr. J. L. Goodale at Harvard Medical School condemned mouth washes gargles and nasal sprays and cast doubt on the advisability of removing tonsils. A crowded audience filled aisles and stairs as he spoke on diseases of the nose and throat yesterday afternoon.

Harvard Medical School

Cold germs and contagion explained by local doctor

A local doctor described how colds spread two to three feet by speaking and farther by coughing or sneezing. He warned germs can become more virulent, urged staying fit to boost defenses, and noted hands may transfer germs from surfaces to faces. He also explained why scratching the head or chin can stimulate thinking through facial nerves.

Persistent colds after tonsil and adenoid removal

A physician notes that residual granules behind the throat can cause continued colds after tonsil or adenoid removal. He warns nasal sprays spread germs to the throat, while gargles and mouth washes offer little benefit. He favors mechanical dentifrices and cautions against peroxide and other corrosives.

Swindle in Tea Exposes Nationwide Polish Scam

Somerville police unearth a nationwide swindle tied to Polish victims. Joseph A. Kozabuel alias Joseph A. Miller, once proprietor of Union Square Wholesale Importers, was arrested in Cheshire Massachusetts. Advertisements in a Toledo based Polish paper promised 100 pounds of tea or sugar for 32. For a year two dollar bills flooded the office, but no tea or sugar was delivered.

United States Somerville Cheshire Berkshire Hill Joseph A. Kozabuel Joseph A. Miller Union Square Kozabuel Toledo

103 Year Old Man Dooley of Everett Dead

Patrick Dooley believed oldest man in the state was found dead in bed at his Everett home. He allegedly died at 103 or 108 depending on records. heart failure and old age listed as causes. Born in Ireland, he worked as a horse dealer in Boston area before moving to Somerville and then Everett. Two sons, David I and James J., attest to him being 105, though authentic figures place him at 103.

Patrick Dooley Everett Mr. Dooley County Carlow Ireland America North End Somerville Dooley

Palm Beach Sunlit Sojourn Attracts Boston Social Set

In Palm Beach Florida Boston society crowds retreat from harsh winter for warm sands and social whirl. Mrs Reginald Boardman of the Brick House West Manchester and her son T Reginald Boardman are among those photographed on the sunny beach as the season unfolds.

Palm Beach Florida Reginald Boardman West Manchester T. Reginald Boardman T. Denny Boardman Boston Sands

Held as Jack the Hugger in Waltham arrest

Waltham police say Gui seppi Natoli has been captured as the man who attacked women in the west end over two weeks. Inspector McKenna arrested Natoli on the street and a witness at police headquarters identified him as the assailant who attacked Mrs. Edwin Larsen on Sterling road and Miss Eva Smith near Vernon street. A third woman, who was assaulted a week earlier, confirmed the man was similar in height and build.

Waltham West End Guiseppi Natoli Main Street Inspector McKenna Natoli Edwin Larsen Sterling Rd Waltham Highlands

Cuts Throat Suicide Attempt Near L Street Car Barn

Felix Veradska 27 of 128 Gold street South Boston removed his collar and tie then slashed his throat with a razor near the L street car barn about 9 last night. He walked to Carney Hospital and confessed he cut his throat because he was tired of life. Doctors say only scant hope remains for his recovery.

Felix Veradska Gold Street Boston L Street Carney Hospital

Unity Club Aims to Wipe Social Distinctions in Lincoln

In Lincoln 700 residents will belong to the Unity Club fostered by Mrs. James J. Storrow. A clubhouse funded by Mr. Storrow will host gatherings where rich and poor meet as equals and social functions are to reflect a free spirited, spontaneous joy.

Lincoln James J. Storrow George I. Chapin Cousins Mary E. Doherty Matthew H. Doherty R. D. Donaldson Ss. T. Doten J. §. Hart James W. Lennon Bertha Scripture

Lincoln Unity Club forms big at meeting with 300 members

At the organization meeting about 300 Lincolnites joined by paying 10 cents. Roger Sherman warned oil and water won’t mix. Mrs Storrow argued poorer members were pushed out and praised broader ties. Plans for a $7000 to $10,000 clubhouse include reading room, pool, and weekly Boston teaching dances near the station.

Boston Boston & Maine

Fire Devours Cambridge Poultry Plant Hens Cremated

A fire early yesterday destroyed the Cambridge Poultry Company at 46 Bridge Street East Cambridge. About 600 hens were burned alive in crates ready for shipment. The blaze started in the neighboring blacksmith shop Spiegl & Pottas and spread to the poultry building.

Cambridge Poultry Company Bridge Street East Cambridge Spiegl & Pottas Poultry Company

Queen Victoria’s Condition Reported Improving

Queen Victoria is said to be better today as she battles scarlet fever. The report comes from Paris through Madrid on January 17.

Queen Victoria Madrid Paris Victoria

Handwriting Heredity Theory Stirs Debate at Newbury Street

Dr Evangeline W Young spoke at the School of Eugenics 168 Newbury street asserting handwriting is hereditary like eye and hair color. She argued those with undesirable traits should marry opposites in the specified traits.

School of Eugenics Newbury Street Evangeline W. Young

Heredity and Health Traits in Eugenics Thought

The text outlines inherited versus non inherited traits linking body weight, mental energy, hair types, cleft palate, longevity, musical talent, and defects like epilepsy and St Vitus dance to heredity. It notes twins, webbed fingers, nosebleeds, and deaf mutism as inheritable and discusses environment, marriage choices, and potential medical insight from Dr. Young.

St. Vitus Young Bach

Refugees Reach Alexandria as U S Cruiser Arrives

The U S cruiser Tennessee arrives in Alexandria with 1500 refugees from Palestine. The city now shelters over 10000 refugees, and housing remains a major challenge. Refugees say many camels have gathered south of Palestine amid reported Turkish invasion preparations.

London United States Tennessee Alexandria Egypt Palestine Exchange Telegraph Company

Despondent Man Murders Self in Roxbury Home

Charles B. Murphy 23, employed at a piano factory, died by gas in his Roxbury bedroom after despondency over a lost position. His body was found early yesterday afternoon at 3 Pratt Court.

Charles B. Murphy Pratt Court Roxbury Piano Factory

Old Ship Pastor in Resignation Leaves Hingham Church

The pastor of The Old Ship in Hingham reads his resignation at morning service. He will join as secretary at large of the American Unitarian Association, moving to offices on Beacon Street.

Louis C. Cornish First Unitarian Church Hingham New England Cornish American Unitarian Association Beacon Street

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