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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1912
Page
5
War Department officials announced an inquiry into troops stationed at Camp Douglas Wisconsin and other mobilization points after reports of insults to women and a drunken orgy during army maneuvers. The investigation aims to determine facts among United States regulars and state militia units.
A wife explains how she surrendered control of household purchases to her husband to escape debt and build savings. Two years of thrift left her unhappy and craving discretionary funds while fearing tomorrow. She asks for counsel to balance present happiness with future security.
A girl recounts an awkward day when her brother passed her without speaking while she was with a friend. She confirms to a friend that the man was her brother, causing deep embarrassment. She asks sisters for advice on how to handle his behavior.
General Ramsey D Potts ordered an investigation into charges against the blue army at Camp Douglas Wisconsin and Illinois militiamen. Allegations include heavy drinking before the July 25 start, saloons open until 1 am, officers failing to supervise, insults to women, a 20 year old girl assaulted, and numerous fights. Major McDonald denied hearing any trouble upon returning to Fort Sheridan.
Judge Pierce in the equity session of the Superior Court issued notice returnable Aug. 19 on five bills in equity filed by the city of Boston against householders who did not comply with the building commissioner by providing proper means of egress. Respondents include Elizabeth G. Ford Cornelius H. Cronin Grace G. Davis Albert R. Whittier and Timothy C. Crowley. Buildings are tenements or lodging houses except the Eastern avenue property used as storage and manufacturing.
A widow recalls a troubled marriage and urges women to marry for love and to share in work. She describes how lack of support drove her husband to drink and how recognizing true love changes life after his death. Her message centers on giving, not just receiving.
In a Sewing Circle letter, A M attacks Avilon and Successful for defending marrying for money and shunning poorer sisters. The writer mocks their snobbery and suggests both women come from privileged circles, accusing them of selfish, unkind views.
A 16 year old asks for guidance on her elder brother who avoids her and stares when met. She seeks advice from the Sewing Circle to understand his change in behavior and how to address it. The letter presents family tension and calls for support.
A reader notes that marriage for love yields greater happiness than self interest and urges wives to give love and companionship. She advises breakfast together, keeping a neat home, and being a true partner, as The Post previews more Sewing Circle letters on Sunday.
The New Haven railroad says electrification and four tracking of the Boston and Providence line will not begin this fall. Stockholders meet in October and November to approve lease changes and financing under recent legislation. construction starts only after securities are placed.
Annie Manley, plaintiff in a $50,000 breach of promise suit against Professor Philip B. Marcou, appeared in the Superior Court equity session. She showed Clerk Henry E. Bellew a letter from former Judge Henry S. Dewey offering advice. Manley plans to have the exceptions printed and submitted before the full bench after consulting counsel.
The Reverend John F. Cummins offers five full scholarships at Boston College as prizes at today’s tombolo event on the rectory grounds of the Church of the Sacred Heart in Roslindale. Five parish table leaders will select one student from each section to receive the scholarships.
A Medford court case saw law student Robert Furello charged with contempt after acting as interpreter in an assault dispute between John Newcomb and Carmine Dralilio. Furello received a ten dollar fine from Judge Bruce in Malden District Court.
The Always notes July’s end and early August orders rising sharply as 1912 sales double. It touts Snow's Old Whiskeys at 75c, 1.00 and 1.25 per quart and highlights growing demand for wines, gins, rums, brandies and cocktails while inviting readers to request the new price list.
Police were requested yesterday afternoon to join a search for Arthur Beverly a 48 year old former Wal tham Board of Aldermen member who vanished from his home at 25 Cherry Street Waltham after leaving for an appointment with Attorney Arthur G Ferdin He is married with six children and taught watchmaking at a school on Crescent Street in Waltham Beverly left home after supper and is not yet found.
Thomas McFarlane known as the gentleman dress suit case thief was held in 20000 bonds for the grand jury by Judge Ely after changing his plea to guilty of larceny of dress suit cases handbags travelling cases and property valued at 80000. He was sent to the Charles street jail after the plea.
Malden's 1912 tax rate is set at 19.20, down 0.20 from last year’s 19.40. Real estate valuation totals 31,943,100 and personal estate stands at 8,300,600 as reported by the Board of Assessors.
The opening of the new Boston College building on University Heights Newton is postponed by up to two months. The old college will be used for at least a month, and the fall term will start there before students move to the new facility.
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