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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1913
Page
13
Mrs. George W. Glover, widow of the founder of the Christian Science Churchs son, was seriously hurt when struck by a passing automobile on the highway near her Deadwood ranch today.
Worcester June 12 Private guards protect the Sturtevant Blower Company of Hyde Park as they install a heating and lighting plant in the Hotel Bancroft.
C F Bolger, a night watchman for Sturtevant, was assaulted in the dark and left unconscious while another incident near the hotel sub-basement showed an apparent attempt to destroy three motors. Foreman William J Williams and eight mechanics were on site heating and ventilating work when the fire was discovered but not reported to police.
An observer notes Boston shoe shines now cost ten cents, double the former rate after a bootblacks strike raised wages. Parlors mark up, signage changes to reflect the price, and customers bear the higher cost though profits per shine have risen for managers and workers alike.
The 1200 barbers voted to return to work after employers granted higher wages and better conditions. A downtown parade is planned this afternoon to celebrate the victory, with all shops operating under new terms including hours, days off, and a 15 cent shave. The agreement covers wages, commissions, union recognition, and optional I. W. W. shop cards.
Annapolis Md June 12 While making a flight in an airboat at Galesville a small village on West River about 15 miles from Annapolis where a horse show was in progress Lieutenant A A Cunningham of the navy aviation corps was literally under fire this afternoon.
A large calibre projectile pierced the machine’s propeller and glanced off another part. It passed within feet of Lieutenant Cunningham and Mechanician Green. Unknown origin of the missile. The occupants escaped unhurt and returned to Annapolis after flying past the horse show crowd.
Explosion of a canister near Runcorn 16 miles from Liverpool caused great excitement as it burst from a street car window crossing the suspension bridge over the ship canal. A chemist later said the canister contained sulphur and chlorate of potash. Authorities suspect militant suffragettes, though some think it may have been a practical joke.
Peonies by the thousands will attract visitors in Horticultural Hall tomorrow and Sunday with the largest peony display yet staged by a grower. The Massachusetts Horticultural Society promotes school and home gardens with special classes for children in July and an August 29 30 exhibit of garden products. The peony show runs tomorrow 12 to 6 and Sunday 2 to 6 with free admission. Tomorrow Boston Press Club hosts Secretary Daniels at 3 Beacon Street, followed by a 11:30 appearance. reception committee includes Macdonald Hennessey McQuaide Nichols Conroy.
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