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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1914
Page
6
South Boston reads former fire chief John A. Mullen, now retired, recounts eight years of harassment by an unnamed foe and accuses Mayor Curley of rotten politics. He recalls heroism of his men, resignation reasons, and his continued sense of loss for leading a large department.
Boston Fire Commissioner Charles U H Cole declines Mayor Curley’s demand to reduce salaries and appoint John Grady as chief after Chief John A Mullen’s resignation. He commends Mullen’s 40 years of service and notes plans for Mullen’s orderly retirement while signaling his own stance on department funding and leadership.
Report of a New Hampshire Senate clash over naming a Boston and Maine board trustee. Allen Hollis linked to Hellis faction, Taft’s candidacy rejected by the Justice Department amid a New Haven deal. Marcus Knowlton poised as chair from northern New England per Governor Walsh. DOJ ultimatum on stock disposal shapes settlement. extension terms to be set if needed.
New York directors of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad discussed the Boston & Maine issue at a special session. Chairman Howard Elliott said no announcement could be made yet and that any settlement with the government would be submitted to stockholders. The New Haven system posted January income of 889 197, with seven months ending Jan 31 showing a 98 percent drop from the prior year. All subsidiaries reported heavy fiscal-year losses amid cost cuts and reorganizations.
A departing fire commissioner expresses sincere thanks for the cordial cooperation of the Boston fire department officers members and employees during his administration.
The mayor said former Fire Chief Mullen should feel well treated. He retired on a pension based on his old $4500 salary, though the salary for that office had not yet been reduced to $4000.
Border residents and El Paso observers doubt Carranza will reveal truth about the Villa execution. Officials warn that if the Benton case remains unsettled and the Constitutionalists prevail, Britain may refuse recognition of Carranza and press for reparations. Carranza’s stance on foreign subjects is seen as likely to shift. Senate debate on the Mexican situation looms.
The Boston Automobile Dealers Association opens a two week exhibition at Mechanics' building with 3800 exhibitors and 90 motor car makers. The ornate Italian themed displays feature thousands of electric lights, a lit tower, marble arches, and Roman decorative elements. The show runs through March 21 with separate pleasure car and commercial truck sections and many new to the region vehicles.
The case of Luis Terrazas, jailed by Villa, remains unchanged with 500000 pesos demanded by Sunday. His father General Luis Terrazas says no funds are available. Felix Martinez reportedly asked Secretary Bryan for help. George C. Carothers returned from Nogales after a talk with General Carranza.
During a factory blaze a shifting wind drove flames toward marsh land behind the building. A hundreds‑pounds cornice toppled among twelve firemen. all but three escaped injury. Driver Hutchins of Everett was knocked down but suffered only slight injuries and returned to duty.
A three story wood plant of the National Metallic Bed Company on Orient avenue, West Everett, burned last night. The blaze, started likely in the boiler room, gutted the building and $40,000 in losses followed after firefighters faced high winds, low water pressure, and the hillside location. Residents fled as cornice fell, with one man rescued from the roof and several others aided to the street.
This advertisement touts Rheumasalts as a safe gentle carbonate drink laxative for all ages. It claims rapid relief from indigestion biliousness neuralgia and rheumatism while avoiding griping and nausea. Bottles cost 25c 50c and 1.00 with mail order options from Rheumabath Company Minneapolis.
Lynn firemen battled a dramatic fire at Mt. Hood House in Mt Hood Terrace on the road to High Rock last evening. The blaze damaged the structure beyond repair as crews fought the flames and carried hose more than a thousand feet to reach the scene.
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