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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1916
Page
6
Prices for meats and fish fell in Boston retail markets as springlike conditions returned. Cod and haddock prices dropped to 10 cents following the fishermen's strike conclusion.
Halibut and lobster list low prices per pound or unit with other seafood such as shrimp oysters and clams priced. fruits and vegetables show varied regional rates while dairy eggs and meats mostly hold steady or show minor shifts. Chickens rise to 30 cents a pound while lamb and beef dip slightly.
A small blaze at the Franklin Square House for Young Women at the South End caused excitement yesterday afternoon. Fire department arrived quickly and extinguished the fire. the loss is estimated at $500.
The Greater Boston relief effort mobilized over 6000 volunteers who sold 175000 war relief buttons and 100000 American flag badges. Thousands flocked to the Devonshire Street headquarters seeking more emblems as funds and materials ran short.
A large volunteer committee collected funds in theatres across Greater Boston. The highest single donation was $20 from Eunice Jacobovitz of Roxbury who sold a button to a friend. The drive sent 50 young women into business districts. Over $10,000 was raised with many gifts from $1 to $10.
Washington January 27 A literacy test clause will be included in the House immigration bill when the committee reports it likely late this week The vote at an executive session was reportedly unanimous The measure would exempt immigrants from countries whose laws deny citizenship rights for religious reasons and require others to read 30 to 60 words in their native language
Fire Commissioner Grady named Charles E. Stewart supervisor of motor apparatus at 8500 dollars annually. He will oversee all motor equipment and repair operations in the department and head the training school for fire department chauffeurs at the repair shop headquarters.
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