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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1914
Page
6
A review of Mary E. Waller's From An Island Outpost in Little, Brown & Co presents lyrical prose describing Monomoy and surrounding harbors at sunset. Vivid imagery contrasts tide, shorelines, and distant cultural references while praising the author’s coastal mood and descriptive skill.
A critical, lively critique targets Charles Slocum's The Great Fictions Which Are Ruining Mankind arguing against phonetic spelling and a universal language. It defends English idiosyncrasy, cites regional pronunciations, and endorses social revolution as a civic duty.
A notice notes The American Commonwealth Company published Woman's Who's Who in America containing sketches of 643 leading American and Canadian women active in public life. Editorial advisory includes Mrs. Matthew T. Scott and others. John W Leonard is editor in chief.
The Republican party is described as buried in the South with history largely written by victors. Major Lynch, former Mississippi congressman and Treasury auditor, discusses black roles in politics and reconstruct ion governments, sharing interviews with presidents and officials. Minor flaws noted include lack of index and dating gaps.
Vernon E. Schubert presents a period piece set during the French Revolution era but framed as a modern American tale. The adventures are fantastical and aimed at teen readers with an uncritical reception potential. Published by Roxburgh Publishing Company in Boston under the title Cabin Por.
Critics focus on Dore Baxter's arc in Owen Johnson's The Salamander, while the novel's core lies in modern metropolitan life. The piece highlights Judge Massingale's disillusionment, Lindaberry's struggle, and Dore's moral fight as she tries to save a man on the brink, amid gilded city excess and the pursuit of meaning.
A critical note on The Dream Doctor from Hearst's International Library Company praises it as a scientifically rigorous detective tale starring Craig Kennedy. The review calls the plot highly ingenious yet morbid in parts, noting its over-the-top omniscient detective and far-fetched events.
A brisk study by George Randolph Chester follows Cordelia Blossom rising in society to head the National Isis Club. Her husband Colonel Blossom becomes a political pawn in a web of rival social factions while Georgia Fleeser and Jim Fleeser sway power. The tale draws sharp characters and social satire in a glossy era portrait.
The critique finds The Rose of Roses by Mrs Henry Backus lacking conviction and suspense. Toni is portrayed as an unexciting, impractical heroine whose America bound bargain and romantic entanglements fail to engage readers.
A brief catalog entry notes the book The Rose of Roses by Mrs Henry Backus is published in Boston by The Page Company with a price of $1.25.
A review notes When William Came satirically imagines a German conquest of England within the emperor’s lifetime. It portrays Britain's dependence on colonies, the mother country shrinking to an empty shell, a German invasion led by no direct grabs, and comic episodes as patriotism folds under occupation. The piece cites humorous scenes and the Germanizing of England.
A Cairo setting romance by George K. Baker follows Haliefa a harem resident who governs in English style until she falls for a distinguished English officer. The tale promises a tragic conclusion and maintains steady literary charm throughout. The Neale Publishing Company New York emits a release note with price one dollar net.
Boston City Hospital marks its 50th anniversary with a 700 guest gathering in the surgical amphitheatre. The event begins at 11 30 a m under the trustees with surgeons doctors alumni and officials from New England and the state.
A Historic 50th anniversary program features A Shuman and city leaders with remarks by Dr. Cheever and Dr. Blake detailing experiences since 1864. The event includes an informal luncheon as the hospital marks its founding in 1864 on the old fairgrounds site.
Miss Martha Ellison, 16, of 18 Ryden Street Quincy was struck by a train at Quincy Station while attempting to cross the tracks for the 8 03 train. Her left leg was amputated and her right leg severely injured. She was taken to Quincy City Hospital after Dr George M Sheehan treated her at the scene.
The Rev. John J. Ryan of St Paul’s Cambridge marks his 2nd anniversary with a solemn high mass and a reception. Bishop Anderson to confirm at several churches. the Suffolk County Federation meets at Cathedral School. Sacred Heart Academy hosts a teachers’ training event. a Cheverus Centennial School collection will aid parochial schooling. a Malden church diplomas ceremony follows the 11 o’clock mass. Local parishes of Medford Somerville plan a lawn party fundraiser tonight.
Mrs George E Burns of 58 Tavior Street Wollaston was overcome by smoke while trying to save valuables from a couch fire on the upper piazza. Firemen found her unconscious, revived her on the street, after she called Quincy fire headquarters.
C J Medzikhovsky the commercial attache to the Russian embassy arrived in Boston launching direct trade with Russian ports. He was received by the Chamber of Commerce and hosted by ex Governor Curtis Guild. His day included a visit to the Port Directors and admission to the State Legislature floor.
Envoy Medzikhovsky arrived at Copley Plaza to promote direct Boston Russia commerce. He envisions steamship lines Boston to Libau and joint ventures where Russia provides raw materials and Massachusetts manufactures. He will address business groups and dine with the Chamber of Commerce committee for foreign trade relations.
Lieutenant-Commander Willard A. Martin and the Chester crew were greeted with honors as they passed the Amerika at Charlestown Navy Yard. The Amerika played The Star Spangled Banner and the Chester crew saluted with caps in acknowledgment before the Chester proceeds to repairs at Tampico Bay.
The Rev. Paul Frothingham will preach at First Unitarian Manchester by the Sea tomorrow morning. St. Paul’s Cathedral services suspended after June 28 until Sept 20. Dean Rousmaniere and Rev Edward Sullivan to preach during summer at 4 o’clock. North Andover hosts Essex Unitarian Conference next Tuesday with Rev Manley Townsen d and Rev A H Robinson. afternoon speakers Rev J M Wilson and Rev A M Lord. Everett First Congregational announces officers: Clough president, Gore VP, Chambers secretary, Lowe treasurer. Rev W W Harris of Horace Memorial Chelsea resigns effective Aug 31. East Leaban picnic at Spot Pond today. Baptist meetings on Martha’s Vineyard Aug 1–9 feature Rev A T Kempton and Rev O P Gifford. Kempton to lecture on Miles Standish and deliver a drama sermon. Rev Isaac Higginbotham to become pastor of Bethany Boston starting Sept 1.
In Nice France two workers died and seven were injured when a tunnel on the new Nice to Cuneo railway slid, with fears more people remain buried beneath the debris. The incident occurred today during construction of the tunnel section.
Thirteen of the twenty two surviving members of the U S S Kearsarge crew gathered at the American House yesterday afternoon to recount the battle off the French coast when the Kearsarge sunk the CSS Alabama.
Dr. John Dixwell of the Kearsarge Naval Veterans presented an authentic print of the cruiser he found in a Boston junk shop. The surviving 22 of 163 crew from the June 19, 1864 battle were identified, and a semi centennial gathering with many members and dignitaries was held. Speeches were given by Admiral Houghton and other officers at the dinner.
A Dorchester court case list shows multiple defendants cited for selling milk not up to standard or without a license. Alec Dare was fined 20 dollars plus 75 for removing cream, Louis Sassemo and Henry Messenger paid 10 dollars each, Ray L. Phipps faced 15 and 50 dollars for related violations, while Peter Peterson and Oreste Virgili also received fines. James G. Wilson’s case was placed on file.
In Newark on June 19 the Erie Railroad sues F W Wilkinson for 100 damages citing damaged flats of the cow catcher bruised paint and littered track after a collision at Bloomfield N J. Wilkinson had sued for 25000 claiming hip fractures and other injuries. the railroad counters that Wilkinson was negligent.
A gas leak in a large kitchen range at the Allen cafe on Main street caused serious burns to chef Martin Flynn while preparing breakfast for guests. Flynn was hospitalized at Morse Hospital with good chances for recovery.
Sir John Haward Gray Hill nephew of postal reformer Sir Rowland Hill was found dead in bed at his London home. He was 7 years old and an authority on maritime law who served as president of the Law Society in 1908-4.
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