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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1914
Page
6
The Governor removes the State Labor and Industries Board amid a row with Chairman Lowell. He hints at a full reorganization and creation of a Commonwealth labor department, while the board may seek legal action challenging the removal.
A compact essay contrasts the old horse and wagon with the rise of the automobile. It notes how progress affects viewpoints, with the horseman needing an oculist to adapt, while canned music and faster cars symbolize modern speed. The piece ends by honoring the horse and noting new equipment in stock.
Boston’s City Club reports $37,450 raised in three days of a 10 day drive toward a $150,000 building fund. Civic Secretary Addison L. Winship says seven days remain to solicit and expects the total to reach about $40,000 after two remaining teams report.
James A. Lowell, former chairman of the Board of Labor and Industries, says the Governor’s four removal reasons include a technical misconstitution of the board and civil service rule violations. He argues the core issue is whether the board efficiently carried out its duties and cites prior legal opinions.
District Fire Chief Daniel F. Sennett urged young men to stay as teamsters rather than join the fire department during an address to the Gate of Heaven Club in Pilgrim Hall South Boston. He argued teamster pay is higher and the work is easier in many respects advocating $1000 annual probation pay in the department.
United States Bankruptcy Court referee Olmstead allowed Henry Siegel Company trustees to dispose of store assets at a private sale with no restrictions. Attorney George R. Nutter said strong offers exist and a sale could occur before Saturday. He noted the business had been losing about $2000 daily, with merchandise on hand valued above $300,000 and $205,485 in sales since trustees took over on Feb 26.
Bridgeport March 11. State's Attorney Stiles Judson will file in Superior Court an amended manslaughter complaint against former New Haven railroad president Charles S. Mellen over the 1912 Westport wreck. Judge Tuttle had sustained a demurrer to the original filing, delaying formal action until tomorrow. The exact charges and wording remain unavailable.
Henry Siegel and Frank Vogel face grand larceny indictments as 300 depositors are ousted during the bank failure. Siegel testifies he and Vogel used deposits as floating capital while claiming solvent books and a multi‑store empire faces massive discrepancies. He and Vogel are brought before Judge Rosalsky with receivers appointed for Siegel enterprises and affiliates.
In Roxbury on March 12 John R Magullion of 40 Winthrop Street died Funeral notice to follow.
Women learn skin depilation methods from actresses. El Rado liquid promises long lasting hair removal, leaving skin smooth and lighter. Physicians reportedly use ingredients for hair removal. money back if not pleased. Available in 1 dollar size or by mail from Pilgrim Mfg. Co.
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