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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1912

Page

10

West Newton Actor Arrested on Theft Charge

Harry L. Hunt, 23, of Webster street West Newton, arrested at home and handed to Boston police. He was booked on a charge of stealing 1475 dollars from stock brokers Richard E. Abbott & Co. at 50 Conrey street. The warrant says the money was obtained between March and July 1910 by falsely claiming his father’s estate was unencumbered. He spent the night at City Prison.

Harry L. Hunt Webster Street West Newton Boston Hunt Richard E. Abbott Abbott & Co Conreys Street

Trains Lurch May Cost Life Outside Central Station

Lynn March 8 Two men from Lewiston Maine Harlow and Davis fell from a Boston and Maine train near the central station Har low was fatally injured with a crushed left leg Davis suffered a dislocated shoulder a compound fracture of the right leg and multiple cuts and bruises The men were preparing to leave the car when a sudden lurch threw them onto the platform Harlow is 25 years old.

Lynn Guy Harlow Lewiston William Davis Boston & Maine Railroad Central Station Davis Boston

Kellogg's Sanitone Wafers Promised Free Trial

An advertisement touts Kellogg's Sanitone Wafers as a world’s leading nerve energizer for men and women. It claims rapid, lasting nerve improvement without unsafe ingredients and offers a free 60 cent trial package by sending name and address to F. J. Kellogg Co. in Battle Creek Michigan.

Kellogg’s F. J. Kellogg Co Hoffmaster Battle Creek Michigan Hoffmaster Block Mich Kellogg

Eliot Congregational marks 75th anniversary in Roxbury

The Eliot Congregational Church on Kenilworth Street Roxbury observed its 75th anniversary in October 1909. Its history dates to December 1833 with Pastor John Stephen Cabot Abbott. Long pastorates included Rev A C Thompson nearly 59 years. Rev B F Hamilton 26 years. current Rev Winfred C Rhoades 12 years. Fire from lightning struck the steeple in July 1905 but spared the building.

Eliot Congregational Church Roxbury Winfred C. Rhoades Kenilworth Street Eliot Boston John Stephen Cabot Abbott Abbott A. C. Thompson D. D B. F. Hamilton Vine Street Immanuel Congregational Church Moreland Street Walnut Avenue Immanuel Highland Church Parker Street

Roxbury Squares and Park Face Name Changes

Roxbury residents may see several street and park name changes after a City Council public lands committee trip. The Roxbury Historical Society requests renaming Dudley Square to Governor Dud Square and the current Governor Dudley Square to a Revolution era name. Harris Park would become Horatio Harris Park. Additional proposals include Governor Wustis Square at Mt. Pleasant avenue Dearborn Dudley and Shirley Square at Blue Hill avenue Dudley streets.

Roxbury City Council Committee On Public Lands

Democrats Push Free Raw Wool Bill At Caucus

Reported today that House Democrats favor a free raw wool program. Chairman Underwood has backed a downward revision bill, but a majority on the ways and means committee insists on a free raw wool measure for caucus approval and likely ratification.

House Democrats Underwood Ways and Means Committee

Trade School Father Milton Higgins Dies in Worcester

Milton P. Higgins, aged 70, prominent in New England trade education, founder of the Worcester Trade School and president of its board of trustees, died at his home in Worcester after a long pneumonia illness. He was active as an officer and director in multiple enterprises.

Worcester Milton P. Higgins New England West Street

Fire drives residents to street from East Boston home

A fire started shortly after 1 am in a three story brick house at 24 Decatur Street East Boston owned by B Lesser. The blaze on the third floor occupied by Albert Tolline caused about 1000 in damage and forced several occupants to flee in night clothes. All escaped without injury and the cause remains unknown.

Decatur Street East Boston B. Lesser Albert Tolline

Man Appeals To Missing Wife Jennie Russell To Return

Elijah W. Russell of North Reading pleads for his wife Jennie J. Russell to come home. He signs the appeal with a hopeful message and notes selling his rabbits and pets to support their reunion. The note ends with a prayer for his wife’s safe return.

Elijah W. Russell North Reading The Post Jennie J. Russell

Mary Garden in Thais at the Boston Opera House

Mary Garden and Maurice Renaud star in Massenet Thais at the Boston Opera House. Garden’s famed impersonation impressed a crowded house with vivid acting and striking costumes. Renaud supports with dramatic depth as Athanael, while Nicias is credibly filled by de Potter. Curtain calls followed each act amid enthusiastic reception.

Boston Massenet Mary Garden Maurice Renaud Thais Athanael Miss Garden Winters Eros Nicias France de Potter Niclas Clement Miss Swartz

Marathon Hat at Wolf's Clothier Promises Speed and Endurance

The Marathon Hat debuts at Wolf's My Clothier on Hanover and Portland streets. Priced at $1.97, the derby hat is marketed as modern and durable, signaling a strong value for buyers seeking a speedy, lasting fashion accessory.

Wolf's “My Clothier Hanover Portland

Moving pictures may replace textbooks says Boston official

David A. Ellis of the Boston school committee envisions moving pictures as a future text replacement in public schools. He lauds their educational value but questions Edison’s claimed low film cost and recalls prior promises of inexpensive electromobiles.

David A. Ellis Boston School Committee Thomas A. Edison Ellis Edison

TIZ Reminds Me of My Barefoot Days

A vintage testimonial touts TIZ as a miracle foot remedy that relieves tired aching feet, bunions corn palsy and related pains. The ad claims instant relief draws out toxins and promises strong vigorous feet like a boy's, with 25 cents a box available via Walter Luther Dodge & Co. Chicago.

Walter Luther Dodge & Co Chicago Ill

Free sample Resinol Ointment touted for skin cures

The ad cites a mother's claim that a free sample of Resinol Ointment cured her baby's tetter and extols Resinol Ointment and Soap as remedies for various skin conditions. It notes prices for the products and offers free samples via Department 4, Resinol Chemical Co., Baltimore.

Bertha Hodnett Stovall Department 4 Resinol Chemical Co Baltimore

Local Church Services and Sermon Topics Across Boston Layout

A roundup of Sunday offerings across Adventist, Advent Christian, Baptist and Free Baptist churches. Notable items include Adventist sermons on Jothamites and Babylon images, Advent Christian topics on A Living Sacrifice and David's rise, and Baptist services at First, Warren Avenue, Tremond Temple, Clarendon Street, Ruggles Street, Dudley Street, and First Free Baptist with subjects ranging from The Real Life to The Art of Kindness.

Adventist Church Putnam Street Somerville C. R. Crossett Babylon Daniel Jesus Advent Christian Church Warren Street GC. O. Farnham David Baptist First Baptist Church Commonwealth Avenue Clarendon Street Austen Kennedy de Blois Smieton Riley Mendelissohn Mozart Warren Avenue Baptist Church West Canton Street Herbert S. Johnson D. D Theodesa I United States Johnson Adelphi Robert Lister Isabel C. Melville Cortland Myers Dr. Myers Lotus Male Quartet Temple Chorus A. J. Fairbanks

First Church of Christ Scientist Boston Service Times

The Mother Church in Boston lists Sunday services at 10:45 a m and 7 30 p m in Falmouth Norway and St Paul streets. Sunday school meets at 10:45 a m and a testimonial meeting is held each Wednesday at 7:30 p m with the lesson subject Man.

First Church OF Christ, Scientist Falmouth Norway St. Paul Streets Boston Divine Science Thought Exchange Huntington Avenue Hall W. J. Colville Morrison I. Swift Humanist Society Sheare’s Hall Boylston Street Christadelphians Franklin Institute Berkeley Street NEW Thought Forum Association Warren F. Spalding Washington Street Christadelphians Warren Street Roxbury the Hospitality Club Hunt 1 Avenue Walt NEW Thought Richards Hall Huntington Chambers Emma C. Poore

Park Street and Other Boston Church Services

A condensed notice lists Sunday services across Boston congregations. Park Street Congregational Church features Dr Conrad preaching at 10:30 and 7:30 with morning and evening topics and a choir. Union Congregational Church and Shawmut Congregational Church host ministers and music. Church of the Advent and St. Stephen’s share liturgies and sermons. other churches note morning and evening services, choirs, catechetical instruction, and special sessions.

Park Street Union Congregational Church Columbus Avenue West Newton Street Allen A. Stockdale Union Church Quartet Shawmut ST. Mark’s English Lutheran Church Winthrop Street Dudley Street Terminal Roxbury Boston Forward Movement Christ Methodist Episcopal

Sunday Spiritual Meetings Reported Across Boston Churches

A long notice lists numerous Sunday spiritualist services across Boston and Cambridge venues. F. M. Donovan holds a March 10 meeting at 357 Massachusetts Avenue at 7 30, with others including First Spiritual Church at Tremont Street and Unity Church at Huntington Avenue offering messages, circles, and healing.

Mabel Refd Witham First Church of Immortalism Hall of the Ancients Huntington Avenue Chambers George Nutter Busy Betsey Florence Brown Matilda Trask Boynton First Spiritual Science Church Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge Rebecca G. Treadwell Malden Ciety Louise Hall Pleasant Street Louise D. Francis Sara G. McArthur JF. G. Hatch Nellie Thomas Francis F. M. Donovan Independent Tel Back Bay Harmony Hall Washington Street Kneeland Spiritualist Phenomena Society P. Smith Adelaide Littlefield Sarah M. ‘Thompson KE. A. Blackden M. Jollimore Sophie Kampe Arthur Anna Whittier McKenna Louise Rockwell First Bible Spiritual Science Church (Inc Washington Hall Rebecca Treadwell Mabel Witham G. Nutter Ross M. R. Witham Huntington Chambers Hall Huntington Avenue Lucy Ackerman Johnson Mr. Johnson Cambridge Hall Fred Dixon Niles Evans Loomis Deering Seritta Johnson Spiritual Endeavor Society Unity Church Jordan Hall Gainsboro Street Frederick A. Wiggin Sears Hill Faelton Hall Boston I. B. Sears-Hill Edward Lee Lee’s Hall Tremont Street Odd Fellows Adele C. Williams Milligen Columbus Avenue I. Wyman Pare Ana Street Spiritual Meetings (Inc Iske Nutter Emmons Jollimore H. T. Nutter Peabody McKenna Warrenton Street BE. Littlefield

Roxbury Universalist Church Vespers Invite

The Rev James Harry Holden pastor leads a 5 PM vespers at Buena Vista street with a brief address The Christian Physician and music by the Lotus Male Quartet Invitation to worship at Roxbury Universalist Church.

Roxbury Universalist Church Buena Vista Street James Harry Holden Mr. Holden Lotus

Diverse religious meetings in Boston area kiosks and halls

A listing of Sunday services and lectures across Boston venues including Steinert Hall Ford Hall Wells Memorial Institute Paine Hall Tremont Temple and Huntington Chambers. Speakers include A W Gleason Samuel Schulman Henry Gondey and William F Zell with topics from Decalogue to Christian influence and social ethics.

Steinert Bessie Tufts Brahms Julian Edwardes Wells Memorial Institute Glendower Evans Frederick P. Fish Wells Memorial Hall Washington Street Berkeley Hall Berkeley Street William F. Zell Boston Tremont Temple Henry Gondey Chessea Paine Hall Appleton Street Messia Bland and Warrell Jesus Christ

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