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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1914
Page
10
Commissioner Stephen O'Meara signed the retirement papers for Superintendent of Police William H. Pierce yesterday and will forward them to Mayor James M. Curley this morning. O'Meara stated the duty is to certify Pierce has reached the required age.
An advertisement claims Cascarets cure dizzy spells headaches biliousness and stomach trouble by cleansing the stomach removing sour undigested food and foul gases taking bile from the liver and moving waste from the bowels. A ten cent box promises a clear head a sweet stomach and regular bowels by morning.
A public figure states that only up to age 65 is suitable to discuss matters beyond that year. The remark frames future discourse as not proper for further consideration.
Superintendent Pierce spent his 66th birthday quietly with many congratulations by telephone and mail and visits from friends. Speculation swirls that Mayor Curley will sign retirement papers immediately while Commissioner O'Meara may seek to retain Pierce until his term ends. Some believe Pierce will refuse the pension and could be reappointed by O'Meara.
Beardsley stood trial in Mayville Supreme Court before Justice Herbert P. Bissell after shooting Overseer John Putnam on January 13 and resisting Sheriff Anderson and deputies for eight days. Beardsley claimed right to defend his home as his defense. His so called wife Ethel Austin is expected to testify.
SOUTH PARIS Maine March 9 Mrs Otto Kokkonen bound over to the grand jury on a murder charge for the fatal shooting of her husband at Christmas She will not be tried at the term opening tomorrow if indicted Her violence led to removal from the county jail to the State Insane Hospital at Augusta for observation upon sheriff Frothinghams application to Chief Justice Savage
The Perkins farm buildings at Wayland owned by the Misses Soring were destroyed by fire tonight. The loss was £20,000.
The engagement of Miss Ethel Keith Albee to Dr. Edwin George Lauder Jr of Philadelphia was announced. Albee, daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward F Albee of New York and Larchmont, is society known in New York and Boston. Lauder, a University of Pennsylvania 1909 graduate, practices dentistry in Philadelphia.
The Boston Auto Show expects its biggest Society Day in twelve years with Governor Walsh Mayor Curley and many dignitaries to attend. Large crowds yesterday and last night broke prior records as exhibits opened, with orchestras and soloists performing. Organizers forecast thousands more to visit today and celebrate the show’s success. Attendees include Sanford Me., J J Hogan of Lowell and others from Lawrence Gardner and Athol.
The Chalmer Motor Co annual Boston dinner was held at the Hotel Lenox with about 100 New England selling organization members and factory staff present. Hugh Chalmers acted as toastmaster and a list of regional speakers and guests from multiple cities attended.
An advertisement touts ZEMO as a new antiseptic liquid to stop itching for 25 cents. It promises instant relief and guarantees satisfaction, urging readers to buy at druggists and specifically Riker Jaynes Drug Stores in Boston.
Dan Harvey announces at the auto show that General Manager Al Reeves has resigned to become general manager of the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce. Elwood Haynes, Boston show guest, speaks at Worcester Polytechnical School about automobile engineering after a Worcester Automobile Club banquet. William M. Sweet praises the Boston show as the prettiest yet and commends the accessories display. Walter Widely, premier designer of the Widely motor, will explain the motor during the week. Hugh Chalmers attends the Hotel Lenox banquet for Chalmers salesmen. SS Bong H. Newell arrives to supervise the Empire Gasolene Economizer exhibit with Arthur & John.
The Premier motor designed by George A. Weidely is pitched as a fuel conserving, low operating cost option for modern cars. It emphasizes reduced fuel use amid rising gasoline prices and improved tires and overall efficiency showcased at major shows in New York and Boston.
The Oakland Motor Car Company unveils the model 6 48 light six. It is described as the largest car in its class with a streamlined body, tapered hood, and German silver V radiator. The engine is long stroke and unitized with removable cylinder heads held by nine bolts, and it should deliver about 14 to 15 miles per gallon.
The article argues for automatic or forced lubrication in motorcycles, noting hand pumps and drip feeds rely on rider skill and vary with conditions. It praises forced feed as best, injecting a fresh oil film between bearing surfaces and urges makers to adopt mechanical lubrication widely.
President W H Van Dervoort credits the Moline Knight for records in power endurance and economy to rigid part inspection during the recent 837 hour non stop run. Chief Inspector A F Marshall supervised the process for 10 years in the Moline Automobile Company.
Years of experience at the Daimler Knight facility in Coventry, England ensure every bolt nut screw crank shaft sleeve connecting rod piston and more is measured with advanced instruments. If any part varies 10 to 1000th of an inch from blueprints it is sent back for correction or scrapped. Each piece is individually measured rather than sampled.
The Century Electric Car Company showcased its new four and five passenger broughams as a centerpiece at the auto show. Edward Atkins, New England representative, and a team of assistants engaged buyers from opening to close, praising the four passenger model with hammered aluminum panels and upscale features, while the five passenger version offered greater luxury and space.
F E Bradfield, New England manager for the Velle Motor Vehicle Company, says the firm chose a balcony at the Mechanics' building after discussions with Boston dealer Rob erts and salesmen to give buyers more room and better view of the cars.
The Kissel Kar and Truck Company selected John W Gardner of 949 Commonwealth Avenue as its Boston representative. Gardner is a popular Boston automobile man and with Kissel he believes in, the company is expected to attract attention and sales in the region.
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