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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1916
Page
9
Dr. Austin T. Kempton pastor of Broadway Baptist Church Cambridge appeared at the Y M C A forum in the afternoon as a monologue artist. He performed three male roles including a thug to present his sermon Paid In Full with a wealthy study backdrop and dimmed lights.
A special board reports no cause found for the Charlestown navy yard fire last Tuesday evening. Commander Frank Lyon Lieutenant William K. Riddle and Civil Engineer Bacchnus examined damage in building No 96 and estimated losses at $5000. The report has been sent to Washington.
An advertisement touts ORRINE as a guaranteed remedy for the liquor habit, claiming years of success and a money-back promise. Two forms exist, No 1 for secret use and No 2 for voluntary use, priced at $1.00 per box, with a free booklet offered. Sold by Riker Jaynes Drug Stores in Washington DC.
Rabbi Samuel Schulman denounced Zionism as a danger to American Jewry in an afternoon talk at the Old South Meeting House. He argued freedom and opportunity in America negate the need for a national center in Palestine and said European Jews can sustain their faith without reestablishing a Palestinian center.
North Adams reports a hoped for Eldorado as William H. Blair uncovers high quality gold ore on his ledge in the Berkshires. Blair refuses to sell his dilapidated land and house, believing the vein could extend for miles and be worth millions if developed. Experts urge development while the region remains largely untapped.
A longtime resident nicknamed Cope Blair reports gold in quartz on his mountain ledge near a former Lyons mine. He unearthed crude ore and gold fragments while digging a well, sparking rumors of revived mining and new capital for the old quarry.
In North Adams a resident shows a red stone tested as radium-like and plans to send ore samples to Washington for official testing. He believes the Berkshires may hold vast mineral riches and that local business leaders are only beginning to grasp the region’s wealth.
The British schooner Montana wrecked off St Pierre Mig March 5 as a gale parted anchor chains. Coast Guard cutter Seneca shone searchlights to guide the seven crewmen to safety while the vessel and all papers and belongings were lost. Mariners call the storm the worst in years.
A Chicago bulletin notes President hil Ball and St. Louis Browns manager Jones favor Hal Chase for first base next season if eight American league owners agree. It states owners at peace talks felt the American league should let the National league absorb two Federal leaguers, Chase and Schulz formerly of the White Sox and the New Yorks.
The Civil Service Commission lists vacancies in government service. Charlestown navy yard seeks two drop-forgers at once earning 3.84 to 4.64 dollars daily. Watertown arsenal seeks an office helper with typing ability at 450 dollars yearly. Internal Revenue Service seeks income tax deputy collectors inspectors and agents earning 1400 to 1600 dollars yearly.
Freight congestion on railroads, especially in the East, pushes firms to rely on motor trucks. Trucks move extensive hauls from city to city, avoiding busy freight yards. Autocar Company of Ardmore, Pennsylvania reports rising sales as firms use Autocar trucks to collect ordered raw materials and speed deliveries.
At Faneuil Hall the Association to Abolish War urged peace at any price. About 400 attendees heard Wilbur D. Thomas defend antiwar policy while Willard L. Sperry and Rabbi Harry Levi spoke on the cost of war and the world’s experiment in internationalism.
The dreadnought Nevada will be placed in commission at Charlestown navy yard on Wednesday. Captain William R. Rush will receive the ship for the government, with the yard marine guard officers, ship officers, and invited guests in attendance.
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