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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1911

Page

7

English Actress to Wed Wealthy Peer

London reports Marie Lehr England’s charming ingenue is betrothed to multi millionaire Lord Howard De Walden. De Walden is a stage aficionado admired by performers, while Lehr recently ended engagement with Robert Loraine over his flying career.

London Marie Lehr England Howard de Walden de Walden Marie Robert Loraine Marif Lehr Lord Howard DE Walden

New Hair Wash Promises Healthier Scalp and Hair

Omega Chemical Co promotes Birt's Head Wash as a modern hair and scalp cleaner. Made from refined creamy soap coconut oil egg white glycerin and salicylic acid with no alcohol or ammonia, it claims to remove dirt and improve hair color and health. Sold in hygienic tubes for 25 cents and by mail from New York.

Birt Drug and Dept Omega Chemical Co New York

Postpone Omnibus Measure Delays Lease and Subway Bill

The omnibus lease and subway bill is postponed to Thursday, signaling final consideration near the session’s end. Senator Frank P. Bennett Jr. of Saugus, chair of the street railways committee, requested the delay, which was not resisted due to senatorial courtesy.

State House Frank P. Bennett, Jr Saugus

Senator Mur ray Fears Uncertain Subway Plan

Senator Michael J. Murray of Roxbury condemns the bill as unscientific and says the Dorchester subway location serves few. He warns Boston may not afford a 59 year Elevated, and questions the bill’s business sense and future burdens on children. The Legislature faces a tug between the Elevated’s demands and city action with a House move seeking stockholder lists.

Michael J. Murray Roxbury Dorchester Boston Elevated West End Murray The

Voters End Traction Questions In Two Referendums

Voters previously decided on Tremont street surface track replacement and on the Washington street tunnel act. In 1899 a landslide against surface tracks ended further surface rail in the city, with 51 643 against and 21 166 for. The 1902 vote approved the tunnel and subway act by 42 234 to …

Tremont Street Washington Street City of Boston Cambridge Elevated Crane

Boston Vian Saves Historical House

NEWBURYPORT June 19 The old Sinilton house on Green street built in 1695 would have been demolished for a new police station but the Historical Society intervened A fragment of window frames with original pegs and leaded sash grooves was found by W S Appleton of Boston delaying demolition Acting Mayor Bass ordered a halt and a society meeting to consider buying the building Appleton represents the New England Society for the Preservation of Antique Buildings The house may be preserved as a notable colonial structure

Newburyport Sinilton Green Street Historical Society W. S. Appleton Beacon Street Soston America Bass the Historical Society Appleton Mclean

Omnibus bill replaces Riverbank route with Boylston Street

The Riverbank subway act was repealed by the omnibus bill which designates the Boylston street route along the river embankment. The act takes effect upon acceptance by the Elevated the West End and the Mayor and City Council.

Boylston Street Charles River Elevated West End

Say farewell to Fusiliers in Boston departure tribute

Colonel McAvity of the Sixty second Fusiliers of St John New Brunswick thanked Boston as the special train carried the men back to Canada from North Station. He praised Boston hospitality while officers from the Fight Regiment escorted the Fusiliers to the train amid cheers from the station crowd.

Boston St. John North Station Fighth Regiment Frank A. Graves Fusiliers South Armory

Advertisement on facial care and witch hazel solution

From the London Gazette an advertisement promotes a cosmetic free beauty method. It claims women are not judged by body type but must maintain a clear complexion using a witch hazel solution and daily massage to soften skin and prevent wrinkles.

The London Gazette Magatone

Fusiliers Farewell Visit to Boston Clubs and Armories

Soldiers and citizens gathered to bid farewell to the Fusiliers. The officers were hosted at the Boston City Club for breakfast, then marched to the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company armory at Faneuil Hall for lunch. Afterward they went to the South Armory for further entertainment.

The Fusiliers Boston City Club Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company Faneuil Hall South Armory

Shaffer Co Assigns Assets in Voluntary Case

The Shaffer Sales Company on Bowker Street filed a voluntary assignment for the benefit of creditors with the city clerk. The firm assigns all tools merchandise and personal property at Bowker Street to Horace G Pender of Needham.

Shaffer Sales Company Bowker Street Horace G. Pender Needham

Gift ideas for 1911 graduates and jewelry options

The article suggests commemorative gifts for 1911 graduates including fine jewelry and a Waltham timepiece engraved with a monogram and date. It emphasizes thoughtful esteem and renewed recognition, offering a wide stock of suggestions for suitable presents.

Waltham Orly

Kidnappers Held by Court in Indianapolis

Judge Markey of the Criminal Court orders J A G Baders Walter Drew and Frank Fox held until the court reviews grand jury testimony. Also named are Assistant District Attorney Ford of Los Angeles and associates linked to the National TF Erectors' Association. The grand jury discharged the men Saturday.

Indianapolis Ind Markey The Criminal Court Today J. A. G. Baders Walter Drew National TF Erectors' Association Ford Los Angeles Frank Fox John J. McNamara Grand

United States Recognizes Portugal After Monarchy Abolished

In Lisbon on June 19 the United States formally recognized the Republic of Portugal. The opening of the new constituent assembly featured a decree proclaiming the abolition of the monarchy and banishment of the Braganza royal family. George IL Lorillard delivered the recognition note to Senor Machado, Portugal’s foreign minister.

Lisbon United States Republic of Portugal Portugal Braganza George IL. Lorillard Senor Machado

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