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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1916
Page
8
The Mohr murder trial resumes with Mrs. Mohr preparing to testify after two weeks of prosecution case. Defense attorneys push to drop the murder charge or try defendants separately while Spellman and Brown press alibi and conspiracy questions.
An advertisement touts Plant Juice as a herbal system tonic that cures stomach trouble liver and kidney issues and rheumatism while purifying the blood and boosting health. It cites local testimony from Mrs. G W Lang of Cambridge and notes Liggett Drug Co. on Washington and Avon streets selling the remedy.
A Louisville doctor promotes anti-kamma tablets for sick headaches caused by urea buildup or nervous blood conditions. Rest in a dark room is advised, with quiet surroundings, emetics sometimes used, and Actoids laxatives to keep bowels open. One tablet early may prevent an attack. during an episode, hourly doses can shorten it and ease nausea. They are available at druggists under A K Tablets.
Hakka Cream Surest claims relief from grippe colds and catarrh with safe pleasant doses. Product advertised by Hakka Chemical Co at Grove Hall Station Boston Massachusetts.
Providence reports a flood of rumors about Henry B. Spellman possibly changing sides at the last minute. Another tale says the defense will seek a court ruling to admit the red book to show robbery as a motive in the doctor’s murder. Jurors, exhausted by a seven mile walk, recovered some stamina tonight.
An advertisement touts Harvina hair product claims of thicker, glossy hair with few applications. It promises dandruff removal and scalp relief, asserting hair will become soft and lustrous. A 50 cent bottle comes with a Harvina Shampoo Comb, with mail options for out of town customers.
Professor Charles Zueblin urged the United States to revise its attitude toward immigration at a Union Park Forum. He argued for admitting both Asiatic and European immigrants without discrimination if native labor is protected by law and immigrants accept American living standards. He also pressed for frank population density discussion and a national service program with compulsory public work for all youths.
The Kristianiafjord reached New York with Lloyd Bingham’s body, a member of Henry Ford's peace party who died after arriving at Christiania. Seven Ford associates returned on the Kristianiafjord, four in the first cabin and three in the second, including Lawrence Dormour Joseph D Golden Philip A Warner Robert Cushing Higgins Hill Christopher Phillips and Dr. Frederick A Cook.
Penal Institutions Commissioner David B. Shaw announced that Carlton L. Brett master in charge at Deer Island did not resign nor was he removed. Rumors in political circles claimed Mayor Curley was unhappy with Deer Island affairs and pressured Brett out or forced a resignation.
Medical Examiner Jones of Quincy to investigate the mysterious deaths of two infants reported yesterday morning. Mrs. James D. McKeon of 383 Hancock Street Quincy found her three month old son dead in the crib. Earlier, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Joan McIinnon of 64 South Walnut Street died during the night.
The Dorchester No-License League held its monthly meeting yesterday afternoon in Bloomfield Flats Dorchester. G A Magwood led the session as charts showing league results were exhibited.
Two Salvation Army lasses with bandsmen officers and comrades crossed Shirley Gut in an open rowboat to celebrate Prison Sunday with the inmates at Deer Island yesterday.
Adjutant Myrtle Nungesser Brigadier Mary Sheppard led an Army party aboard a boat carrying eight on a choppy voyage. Four trips were made as waves and wind tested the crew. prisoners attended and heard the Boston staff band during a forenoon service at Charlestown prison guests.
Charles A Gay longtime Cambridge City Hall janitor died at his home 14 Bigelow Street Cambridge after a two year illness. A Civil War veteran he enlisted at age 15 and served with Massachusetts troops throughout the war. The pension retirement matter was to be discussed at the next city council session.
Clyde E. Ordway of Jamaica Plain told the Norfolk Conference of Laymen at First Parish Unitarian Church Dorchester that church property shows great economic waste. He urged weekday use of church plants for sociological work as well as worship, calling for more efficient operation.
London dispatch says police raided the Countess Markievicz residence and other suspected houses in Dublin, seizing a printing press and type used for alleged pro German literature and arms and ammunition. The countess linked to James Larkin and Dublin streetcar riots is noted for peasant aid work.
The Rev Father George P preached to a thousand Catholic laymen at Blessed Gabriel monastery Brighton urging retreats as holy times. He said retreats refresh the body mind and soul and restore vigor for duties at home work and in the factory.
The Mayflower reached the navy yard around 10:30 pm and President and Mrs. Wilson were driven directly to the White House in Washington on January 23.
Seattle Jan. 23 reports tonight confirm the death toll from the Great Northern Cascade Limited wreck near Coren station in the Cascades remains six. Four bodies were recovered and brought to Seattle last night. Two passengers are missing and believed dead.
Ottawa reports Private Ernest Matthews of Concord New Hampshire killed in action in overseas casualty list. Private Joseph McKichiney of Monticello Maine listed as seriously ill at Shorncliffe military hospital.
Roger Connor, famed 1880s baseball star and noted for his hitting prowess, has been appointed inspector of schools in Waterbury, Connecticut. The veteran, known to players as the Old Oak, earned his nickname during his peak years with Tim Keefe’s era Giants.
An advertisement claims healthy kidneys prevent illness and urges use of GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules. It warns of bladder and kidney trouble signs, promotes two capsules daily, and offers money back if there is no relief.
Amid border tensions two Mexican brothers were executed by a firing squad in Juarez after being condemned for killings. The elder whispered to comfort the younger as dawn broke and soldiers prepared. Bernardo cursed Americans before dying.
New York reports Michaele Collins from Montana plans to challenge Moran on behalf of Fred Fulton. Collins wires from New Orleans that Fulton will face Dan Flynn Thursday in New York, with the bout determining who gets a first chance at Willard.
Mrs. John M. Vogel and her 2 year old child narrowly escaped suffocation in a Castine House hotel fire in Castine Maine. Firemen forced entry to a smoke filled room. Damages to the hotel are estimated not to exceed 5000 dollars.
King Nicholas of Montenegro and Prince Peter arrive in Rome at 11 o clock greeted by King Victor Emmanuel. A large crowd cheers as the two monarchs are driven to the royal residence. They share an affectionate meeting and lunch before plans to travel to Lyons to join Queen Milena and the royal princesses.
Rabbi Harry Levi of Temple Israel spoke on The Land of Hearts Desire saying America will fear less after the war and that the conflict may be the last great war leading to international and permanent peace. Fred Merkle took up golf last winter and improved his batting exactly 40 points. This winter he has played more golf and should lead the league if the system prevails.
New Haven January 23 reports major changes in Yale athletic training. In two months the system has grown substantially and the Yale ideal of universal athletic training is being realized. The program now enrolls more than twice as many students in regular exercise.
Yale advances construction of Pratt Field with multiple baseball and football fields expected this spring. The plan aims to give every man at Yale a chance to compete in his sport, with indoor gym enhancements including new addition and functioning indoor track and bowling alleys. Next spring may see broad participation in track, crew, football, baseball and other activities, totaling about 1110 men across Yale teams and facilities.
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