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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1911
Page
2
Members of the Citizenship Class of the South Congregational Church heard Miss Caroline J. Cook counsel on Small Loan Abuses. She cited extortion in the local loan trade, including a case where a borrower paid 130 in interest on a 70 loan and faced a 200 cancellation price.
A Lynn street fire caused by flying embers early Sunday severely damaged the Paul Revere building and nearby properties. Firemen saved several structures including the Glensmere square lodge and partially burned the Mansfield block while fighting flames from the rapidly spreading blaze. The Paul Revere Lodge, rebuilt by the Knights of Massachusetts, suffered losses estimated around twenty thousand dollars.
Albert H. Grimshaw proprietor of a drug store at 288 Highland avenue Somerville and resident at 99 Cedar street has been missing since Thursday morning at 10 30 with no trace found after inquiries at nearby Boston hospitals and institutions.
Professor Carver’s statement that a baby under one year is worth 4000 dollars sparks debate. Critics argue that valuing a child at 20 dollars ignores ethical worth and potential societal impact, citing Lincoln and Howe as examples and praising family value over monetary metrics.
Reverend Herbert S. Johnson of Warren Avenue Baptist Church denounces brokers who mix religion with business in a sermon titled Religion and Gold Brick Brokers. He urges women to avoid investors who put religion first and to focus on business terms and credibility.
The Rev. Mr. Johnson argues business ethics must align with religious honesty. He condemns a Boston broker linked to church circles for large scale larceny, noting public faith in religion suffered more than the loss of money. He says true religiosity requires accountability and courage to face charges.
A Boston doctor warns that opium smoking has become very common since 1891, noting opium eating remains rare. The statement highlights a rising trend in opium usage in the city.
Boston leaders debate opium morphine cocaine and hasheesh harms and the role of prevention. Dr. Eliot and Governor Guild praise the society while urging public discussion, education, and reform to curb sexual vice, gambling and related crimes.
The Mattakeesett, a 77 ton Boston home port schooner built in 1398, ran aground on the inner shoal at Peaked Hill with 12 crew saved after four life boats reached shore. Captain Parsons and three others vainly fought the surf before being rescued. Oliver of Highland Life Saving Station endured heavy surf to pull all hands ashore. The Gresham pursued by revenue cutters reported the vessel high and dry at low tide with possible further salvage by launching ways.
Lieutenant Bague soared 124.5 miles over the Mediterranean from Antibes to Gorgona, surpassing the prior record by J A D McCurdy. Flying a Bleriot monoplane without guiding craft, he landed on Gorgona with his plane damaged but him unhurt after a perilous descent.
A bustling pitch for Gale and Kent's tailoring at 96 Court Street near Scollay Square North. The ad proclaims every seasonable style in stock with the famous front that won't break down and prices from 15 to 25 dollars.
A list of obituaries and funeral notices from March in South Boston and surrounding towns. Entries include names such as Mary Jo Burm, William Carr, Mary K Casey, John Connors, Elizabeth Crispin, Catherine Crosbie, Annie J Dacey, John Dobbin, George P Fairfield, Albert L Fitzgerald, Patrick Kelley, Joseph Lagorio, Phillip M Morrow, Mary Hogan Manning, Mary J Muir, Patrick OBrien, Eleanor Somes, Henrietta Webster, Maria Weilhart, Margaret White, with details on residences, funeral times, church services, and burial locations.
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