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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1914
Page
4
Washington July 7 Foreign manufacturers sent into the United States during the first eight months of the new tariff system just 8.8 percent more of their finished product than under the old. Secre A Redfield cited this as proof there was no ground for fears American factory owners that they would be driven from business by the Democratic tariff.
New York July 7 The American delegation to the International Conference on Education sails tonight on the Mauretania for Liverpool. Members include Dr John Finley State commissioner on education Rev H V Bartlett and Richard Cleveland son of Grover Cleveland chosen by the government in response to the Netherlands call for the conference.
Charles Amesbury a craftsman from Attleboro and Miss Alice Burrell Gilroy of Attleboro were married yesterday by Rev. Francis Taylor at the Seaman home in Wakefield. The bride is a cousin of Mrs. Seaman. The couple will reside in Attleboro.
A humorous preview in next Sunday's Post showcases an innovative way to cover a golf course. The piece invites readers to judge if the concept will catch on with people suffering from Theumatism and with others.
Washington July 7 The dispute between President Wilson and the Senate banking committee over Federal Reserve Board nominees grows. two nominations are stalled and one nominee has asked to withdraw after expressed displeasure with the process.
Paul M. Warburg urged by President Wilson to reconsider his withdrawal from the Federal Reserve Board nomination. Warburg declared he would not take the post after telegram exchanges with Wilson and Tu Multy. Senate Banking Committee nagy questions about his business affairs. Jones of Chicago remains under consideration despite no withdrawal.
A 12 year old girl from Salem conducted a Tag Day sale yesterday near the State House, selling carnations to boost the Relief Fund. Her small effort drew attention from passersby and contributed to the fundraising drive.
Five women from the Massachusetts Federation of Progressive Women stormed the State House in Salem, pinning carnations on Governor Walsh and lawmakers. More than $100 was raised by pink donations ranging from 10 cents to $1. By night, 100000 carnations were planned for city distribution as 500 federation members canvassed the streets. Miss Gladys Freeman aided with her Tag Day earnings, wearing a blue badge from Salem Mayor Hurley.
Miss Ethel F. Woodward daughter of George A. Woodward treasurer of Rockland Webbing Company eloped with Earl S. Thompson drummer in a moving picture theatre and married June 13 at Seabrook New Hampshire three days before planned Ireland trip with her mother. A marriage certificate returned to Rockland town clerk revealed the secret.
The Simplon tunnel in Brigue Switzerland was flooded to two feet when a subterranean stream burst through a retaining wall. A train derailed but no injuries occurred. Passengers walked miles to Iselle. Many American tourists were stranded at Brigue and Domodossola, contacting for autos or traveling around via the Pass.
The article on State aid for cripples titled Straightening Out Humanity appears in the Post Magazine next Sunday, described as an authoritative feature with facts every intelligent reader ought to know.
The 25th annual convention of the Young People's Christian Union opens this evening with almost 1000 delegates from across the United States expected to attend the first meeting at the New Old South Church.
Daily meetings run through Sunday with delegates remaining in Boston through Wednesday. Universalist Sabbath School Union hosts an amusement programme after sessions. A reception at Hotel Vendome opens tonight with Rev. Stanley Manning presiding. Carl F. Elsner of Boston is Union vice president and active in deliberations. Convention mothers will assist at sessions and excursions. Four hundred attended the Sunday School Association meeting at New Old South Church yesterday. The convention closes this afternoon with delegates then joining Young People's Christian Union sessions.
Washington reports that Dominican revolutionists captured La Romana and tightened censorship on news from the south of the island. A large force is believed to have surrounded Bani, west of La Romana, as rebel activity remains secretive.
In Woolwich England July 7 the government arsenal strike involving 12000 workers ended tonight. Workers will resume Thursday as the government promised to investigate grievances.
Patrick Barry aged 62 of 27 Vaughan Avenue leapt from a scow at the Northern Avenue draw yesterday forenoon and landed on his right heel, breaking it. He was taken to Haymarket Square Relief Station for treatment.
The rocky Nee gland coast yields a nutritious moss turned into Moss Farine by a 1869 process of cleansing and desiccation. Used in Blanc Mange and desserts, it supplies a vegetable, wholesome diet for invalids. Free samples offered by Lyon Mfg. Co., Brooklyn.
Detroit July 7 The Central Convention of American Rabbis authorized a committee to harmonize civil marriage and divorce law with Mosaic law, while not endorsing civil law violations. The conference also stated that Christians may be buried in Jewish cemeteries.
A large quantity of fruit was donated to the Benevolent Fraternity of Churches Fruit and Flower Mission yesterday at Parker Memorial and will be distributed to patients by district nurses and social workers. Major contributions came from Medford, Waban, Weston, Arlington and Milton groups. The Post Magazine next Sunday features Robert A. Holmes with the piece Making Two Blades of Grass Grow.
Guy C. Willis a Fuller stockholder and creditors allege in Suffolk County Superior Court that the creditors committee acted in bad faith by negotiating with Arthur W Learnard to sell the company assets. Learnard allegedly withdrew large sums for his family while the firm was insolvent. The court declined a receiver but enjoined asset disposal.
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