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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1916

Page

12

Thousands scan harbor for elusive U boat arrival

Waterfront crowds flocked to the seaside and Provincetown harbor hoping to witness the first German U boat cross Atlantic waters. Rumors spread of sightings, but officials and pilots reported no verified arrival, noting a possible American submersible and ongoing trials rather than a German liner.

Camp Whitney Atlantic Germany Spain Provincetown Boston Cape Cod Provinceton Bay Gloucester

From Kittery to Cape Cod Eyes Strain in Search Effort

From Kittery to the Cape Cod tip, thousands scanned the sea with marine glasses in a wide ranging search. The effort engaged boats and observers along the shoreline in a coordinated look for a missing vessel or person.

Kittery Tip End Cape Cod

Barrett Delaney Tie The Knot At St Gregorys Church

James F. Barrett of Wakefield and Margaret M. Delaney of Dorchester were married yesterday in a nuptial mass at St. Gregorys Church Dorchester Lower Mills. Father Meheran officiated, a friend of the groom.

James F. Barrett Wakefield Margaret M. Delaney Dorchester St. Gregory’s Church Dorchester Lower Mills Father Meheran

Forty-Fifth Has Reunion at Nantasket Beach

Henry Merriam of Gardiner Maine was elected president of the Forty-Fifth Massachusetts Regiment survivors at their annual reunion at the Atlantic House Nantasket. Officers chosen include Myrich Hatch Canton first vice president and John D. Whitcomb Boston secretary treasurer who was re elected for the 48th time.

Henry Merriam Gardiner Forty-Fifth Massachusetts Atlantic House Nantasket Charles R. Codman Henry KE. Merriam James T. Williams, Jr Boston Transcript Codman

Old Forty-Fifth Comparing Wars to Modern European Conflict

A brief lament contrasts the old Forty-Fifth era wars described as moderate and respectable with the current brutal European war, noting the shift in scope and danger and reflecting on absence.

Bail Granted in Embezzlement Case Against Cashier Jones

Harry A. Jones, indicted for embezzling cash from Stoneham National Bank where he served as assistant cashier, was released on $10,000 bail after pleading not guilty. Prosecutor Ander son opposed the bail reduction, noting total misappropriated funds possibly $58,700 with $13,000 restitution and $45,700 outstanding. He allegedly diverted funds to stock market losses and family and personal expenses.

Harry A. Jones United States Grand Jury Stoneham National Bank United States Anderson Morton Jones

Carnival at Wakefield Elks Draws Big Crowd

Hundreds of Wakefield residents joined a weekend carnival hosted by the Wakefield Lodge of Elks on the Cyrus Wakefield estate. Children enjoyed afternoon attractions while the evening offered amusements for adults.

Carnival OF Wakefield Elks All Wakefield The Wakefield Lodge of Elks Cyrus Wakefield

Deer Use Drinking Tank As Summer Bath At Zoo

Mollie Waddy and Tony, the Franklin Park elephants, have nothing on the elk range deer. Facing heat, the drinking tanks are used as improvised baths with deer entering, shaking off and emptying the tank, forcing keepers to refill water repeatedly.

Mollie Waddy Tony Franklin Park Elk Range

Festa to aid Italians at the Meyer estate garden

An Italian Festa will be held this afternoon under the patronage of the Italian ambassador and Countess Dolores Macchini Cellere on the estate of Mr and Mrs George von L Meyer in Hamilton north shore. The fundraiser supports women and children in Italy left destitute by wartime callups. The event runs 4 to 7 PM with Governor and Mrs McCall among the guests.

Dolores Macchini Cellere George von L. Meyer Hamilton North Shore Italy McCall

Beedle Daughter Weds Union in Newton Home Ceremony

Ruth Beedle of Wellesley aged 13 wed Chester Robert Union of Boston Harvard last night. The ceremony took place at the Beedles 4 Breamore Road Newton and was performed by Rev. Harry Lutz pastor of the Channing Unitarian Church.

Ruth Beedle Wellesley Walter A. Beedle Breamore Road Newton Chester Robert Union Boston Harvard Harry Lutz Channing Unitarian Church

Hundreds of Nations Supply Aid Across Our World

A double page feature in the next Sunday Post Magazine highlights international helpers who assist in every field of life. The piece underscores the vital roles played by people from many nations in daily work and community life.

Sunday Post

Greece Faces Uncertain Future as Demobilization Moves Ahead

Athens reports a critical situation in Greece as allied demands are carried out. King Constantine signs a royal demobilization decree for the Greek army. Zymbrakakis, a Venizelos supporter, to be sworn in as chief of police. Rear Admiral Damianos named minister of marine after Vice Admiral Coundourifotis declined the post.

Athens London Greece Constantine Venizelos Zymbrakakis Damianos Coundourifotis

Lamp Posts Planned for Memorial in Beacon Street Area

Mayor Curley learns from John T. Wheelwright that Guild Memorial steps from Beacon street mall to Joy street sidewalk will feature specially designed lamp posts. Wheelwright says the post design will be submitted to the Mayor and the Boston Art Commission for approval.

Curley John T. Wheelwright Guild Memorial Committee Guild Memorial Beacon Street Mall Joy Street Wheelwright Boston Art Commission

Guild Memorial Steps Plans Move Forward in Boston

John T. Wheelwright, vice chairman of the Guild Memorial committee, reports Friday contracts were signed for building the Guild Memorial Steps from Beacon Street mall to Joy Street sidewalk. The committee also proposes lamp post designs on curb medians and seeks approval from the Boston Art Commission and city officials.

Boston Art Commission Guild Memorial Committee City of Boston Boston Recreation Department John T. Wheelwright

Ex-Treasurer Crocker Found Guilty on Assault Charge

George A. Crocker former city treasurer and Back Bay clubman was found guilty in police court yesterday of assault and battery on Mounted Patrolman Joseph Riser of the Back Bay station and of operating his automobile on a private Back Street. A fine was imposed on each count and Crocker appealed to Superior Court. He was found not guilty on a third charge of license not countersigned.

George A. Crocker Back Bay Joseph Riser Back Street Dowd Crocker

Morton Girl Weds Edward J. Kelly At St Hugh’s Church

Miss Mary Gertrude Morton daughter of Mr and Mrs James H Morton of Roxbury married Edward J Kelly an attorney of New York and Orange New Jersey yesterday at St Hugh's Church Grove Hall The Right Rev Mgr P J Supple pastor of the church performed the ceremony and a nuptial mass followed.

Mary Gertrude Morton James H. Morton Roxbury St. Hugh's Church Grove Hall Edward J. Kelly New York Orange N. J Mgr. P. J. Supple

Oxidaze advertised as fast asthma relief in New England

An advertisement touts Oxidaze tablets for asthma bronchitis and throat and lung diseases. It claims quick relief by dissolving a tablet before bed clears air passages soothes bronchial tubes and aids sleep. The ad notes no habit forming drugs low cost and druggists offer refunds if not effective.

New England Eugene Howard Worcester

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