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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1914
Page
4
Margolis, ex proprietor of the Eastern Tea and Coffee Co. at 80 North Street, received 18 months in East Cambridge jail after a U.S. District Court judge found he concealed assets in bankruptcy.
Advertisement from Alex Stocks New England Pass Agent CS urges travel to the West and Northwest with cheap rail tickets on the C B Q Railroad. Promises no extra charges in a comfortable chair car and easy connections. Provides offer of a free country map and details by writing to Boston address with telephone contact.
Salem March 4 William Phillips of this city was yesterday nominated by President Wilson to be third assistant secretary of state to succeed Dudley Field Malone who resigned to become collector of customs for the port of New York.
The case of Leo J. Shea of Everett has been continued for nearly a week in the Malden District Court to March 13. Shea, 26, is under arrest for the death of his chum Charles E. Sutch, 20, during a fist fight in an Everett pool room. Shea’s bail of 500 dollars is sought to be lowered to 100 dollars.
In a general order Police Commissioner Stephen O Meara last night promoted three reservemen to patrolman. Denis Sughrue of the Joy Street Station West End James F Bowen of City Point Station and William J McNulty of Field s Corner Station are named in the action.
The festive Gaby Deslys finally appeared last evening after three prior cancellations in this city. She headlined The Little Parisienne at the Shu bert Theatre, moving from vaudeville to a musical comedy company with a plot driven presentation and the usual stage trappings of the genre.
A lively Paris show follows a scandalous married pair seeking divorce, set to music and avant garde costumes. Gaby shines in flamboyant gowns. dancing partner Harry Pilecer and a cast including Fritzi Von Busing, Edgar Atchison-Ely, Charles Angelo, Percy Lyndal, Louise Meyers, Hattie Kneitel, and Forrest Huff headline. Engagement runs this week with an extra matinee today.
The Lyceum Hall at 167 to 118 Washington Street was gutted by fire with three alarms. Brookline fire crews fought for over half an hour to control the flames, destroying the upper floors and damaging a restaurant and drug store below. James H. Maher, a harness shop proprietor, fled with his wife and son.
An advertisement touts a DIY mix to darken gray hair using water, Barbo Compound, bay rum, and glycerine. The remedy promises to darken hair, remove dandruff, and act as a scalp tonic without stickiness, coloring, or greasiness, and can be prepared cheaply at home with repeat use every other day until the desired shade is reached.
An old health column warns March brings change of season that strains the body. It advises fortifying the system with wholesome food and Father John’s Medicine 1 as a tonic to strengthen the blood and nerve tissues and to help treat colds throat and lung troubles without stimulants or morphine.
More than 300 couples from hardware firms across New England attended the New England Hardware Dealers Association reception and ball at the Copley Plaza ballroom. The event closed the second day of the 21st convention at Horticultural Hall with a banquet and upcoming officers election.
A Boston event recounts reception and grand march for hardware association leaders led by Archie Osborne and William H. Sawyer. Officials, spouses, and guests heard a plan to divide New England into six districts to facilitate local cooperation, with elections and speeches planned for the next day at Copley Plaza.
William D. Sullivan city editor of the Boston Globe will address Boston University students in the news reporting and writing course Friday night at 5 20 describing methods of organizing news gathering forces and qualifications for newspaper work
The group announces a free publication at 657 Main St St Joseph Missouri detailing the deadly effects of tobacco and a method to quit in three to five days. Readers are urged to send name and address immediately to receive a copy by mail.
A literary monkey, famed for daily newspaper reading, performs this week at Bowdoin Square Theatre drawing crowds of curious spectators to watch its unusual act.
The monkey Alexander the Great visited the Post office to pose for a photograph wearing long trousers coat vest and shoes. He eagerly browsed the paper especially the sports pages and impressed staff with his Beau Brummel like appearance and fastidious dress. His interest in the papers sparked rumors of a link to the Federal league.
Boston Opera Company mounted Gounod s Romeo and Juliette last night to mixed effect. Muratore as Romeo drew rousing applause and high praise for ardor and stage timing, while Miss Nielsen and Miss Swartz-Morse gave solid support. Despite individual bravura, the production is judged dull with little originality or dramatic force overall.
Washington March 4 Mrs Woodrow Wilson is recovering from a fall on the White House floor last Sunday She sustained no injuries and expects to be up and about in a day or two
Citizens protested a wax figure display promoting no license views, showing a father collapsed with a whiskey bottle while a mother holds a baby and children gaze on. Police Commissioner Cunningham will review the exhibit for possible alterations as critics call it sensational and demoralizing.
Somerville High School senior social committee voted to replace the annual one step dance with a banquet and dramatic entertainment. Headmaster John A. Avery presided as about ten committee members discussed plans. The majority favored a new format, while only a minority supported dancing without the one step.
The public schools in Cambridge will close this afternoon for the funeral of Francis Cogswell, a 50 year veteran teacher and superintendent. School Board President John S. Gadsby ordered half staff on flags. prominent educators and Cam bridge officials will attend the services at 2 30 o'clock at the Cogswell home 257 Prospect street.
Boston elevated officials and Order of Railroad Telegraphers reached a wage and rules agreement effective March 14. Tower men on the L over head structure receive raises dating May 1, with back pay due within ten days. Thomas M. Pierson called the pact one of the best first agreements, while details remain undisclosed. Special meetings planned to explain terms.
Mrs John B Spreckles Jr left for Europe with friends after announcing she had discontinued her divorce suit filed earlier this week on grounds of cruelty. Spreckles contested the action and she would not discuss reconciliation.
A full color page in the upcoming Sunday Post showcases the newest hat trends. Designers feature wide brims, cloche silhouettes, and bold embellishments. The spread highlights accessory pairings with coats and dresses, plus care tips for felt and straw hats.
Paris fashion lifts necklines but causes embarrassment for women with hair growth on neck and arms. El Rado, used by physicians, claims instant, harmless hair removal with a few drops. Available in 50 cent or one dollar sizes. order direct from Pilgrim Mfg Co New York if no drugstore visit.
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