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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1918
Page
7
Dr. G. H. Wright spoke at Harvard Medical School on teeth as a factor in general health. He warned that over 60 percent of illnesses stem from bad teeth and urged early care from conception, strict cleaning routines, and avoiding unnecessary extractions.
The War Department will apply the new psychological test to all enlisted men and newly appointed officers to weed out the mentally unfit and guide assignments and promotions. Tests at Camps Lee and Devens found about two percent of drafted men severely defective in mental development.
Patrolmen Allyn and O Keefe of the Somerville police arrested seven men for gaming on the Lord s Day in a house at the corner of South and Beeford streets early yesterday.
John G. Robinson a Melrose attorney with offices at 19 Milk Street died after a brief illness at his home 64 Bellevue Avenue Melrose. Born in Marblehead he studied privately after rheumatic fever prevented Harvard. He married Mary Carey of Stoughton in 1908 and had two daughters. A Republican active in Melrose politics he belonged to multiple fraternal orders and clubs. He was baptized on the eve of his death and funeral is at St Marys Church with high mass. burial in Holy Sepulchre Stoughton.
Forrest E. Sheldon uncle of Miss Doris Sheldon at his Cambridge drug store denies any connection between Miss Sheldon's recent departure from Boston and the departure of her former employer George H. Keyes who was involved in the Varney murder trial in the West.
Doris Sheldon is said to be away on a trip to escape reminders of her former employer Keyes. Mr. Sheldon, who traveled with her to the train, reports she is safe and under protection. A telegram notes George H. Keyes is in Los Angeles. Doris was Keyes’ stenographer before leaving his firm. Attorney O Connell invoked a prayer for her swift removal from Keyes influence.
Major Grayson M. P. Murphy reports the American Red Cross has built a supply line behind the French front with warehouses stocked with food blankets beds tents hospital supplies and other necessities. He says transport networks ensure rapid delivery and that troops will lack nothing when fighting begins.
The Boston Post Office Clerks Association Branch 5 met at Longfellow Hall with President Sheehan presiding. The legislative committee discussed amendments to the reclassification bill and the Madden bill praised by the press and many lawmakers for potential passage. The amalgamation question was deferred for future action. A parcel fund report was acknowledged and a thrift stamp campaign meeting at Faneuil Hall on Jan 29 was announced.
Cleveland January 20 The Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen with 160000 in yard service says about 5000 of its members are in the U S military forces, per a statement by president W G Lee released here today.
Mr Lee states the National Union has paid over 1000 death and disability claims from members overseas. Among 3009 men at the front, more than 500 were Canada residents. The organization covers dues and assessments for all active members and notes large rail yard work forces ready to aid the war effort.
The Rev. Charles F. Potter, pastor of the Unitarian Church in Marlboro, announced his resignation to accept a call as minister of the Unitarian Church at Wellesley Hills.
Mrs Thom asina J Arnold of 10 Pine street Salem celebrated her 101st birthday by hosting friends from this and other cities. She remains active knitting for servicemen and recalling her Civil War era nursing work while staying able to perform household tasks.
In MilwaukeeWis Jan 2 Anna Held collapsed during a week long engagement at the Davidson Theatre. She was rushed to Emergency Hospital where doctors diagnosed neuritis and noted possible complications ending her stage performance for the duration of the engagement.
A 45 calibre automatic revolver was found near the Pelagrini store in Winchester yesterday. The discovery may help identify the person who shot and killed Mrs Louisa Pelagrini Saturday night in her Florence and Water streets shop. District Attorney Nathan A Tufts commented on the case.
Women find washable capeskin gloves best for wear with muffs and for shopping and travel. Light color lovers enjoy ease of washing with warm water and soap. Available in 12 styles with prices from 1.25 to 2.75 dollars.
In Winchester yesterday, with interpreters aid, police questioned a number of Italian residents. They have been unable to locate Tony Pelagrini, husband of the shooting victim.
Three small children died in a tenement fire in Yonkers New York as the mother and an older brother carried the crippled father from the third floor to the street. A fireman attempting rescue was knocked from a ladder by a back draft but survived his injuries.
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