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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1919
Page
2
N H March 11 H Hitchcock telegraph editor Manchester Leader for the past years died at his home today at 48. He was a pioneer wireless operator in the section and organized a class of men who later served in the army corps. He earlier worked on the Lynn line.
The suicide of Helen Gilman, an 18 year old senior high school student from Alton New Hampshire, was reported today. She shot herself last night at her home with a family revolver kept for home protection. Relatives and friends offered no clear reason for the act.
Washington reports that Major General William L. Kenly is replaced as director of military aeronautics by Brigadier General William Mitchell. Orders cut aviation training at all U S fields except two designated by General Charles T. Menoher effective March 15. Discharges to 2,000,000 by month end.
The article notes General Menoher, in his permanent rank of colonel, aligning with reduction trends and signaling the air service's new status as he takes control over production and operations after two months of study. He previously commanded the 42d Rainbow Division in France.
Alfredo Cocchi, named as Ruth Cruger’s alleged slayer, will face murder charges in Bologna, Italy on March 34 1 term. He has been jailed in Bologna since his arrest after Miss Cruger’s body was found June 16 1917 in the cellar of Cocchi s motor cycle repair shop on the West Side. The trial will use affidavits from witnesses here and carries a maximum life imprisonment. District Attorney Swann may send an assistant to represent him if possible.
Dorchester residents are invited to a trustees conference at Codman Square High School tomorrow evening to discuss the Boston Elevated service. The Hoard of Trade backs a large turnout to debate the proposed zone system, with improvement associations urged to attend and share views. The meeting resumes a postponed session due to short notice by company officials.
In Sebkone on March 11 Mrs Maria Horton Chappell, age 111, celebrated with her daughter Ann Frances Wood at home. She recalled events from the War of 1812 and two later wars and expressed strong support for the League of Nations and the peace conference.
The Rev. Luther E. Lovejoy, secretary of stewardship for the Boston area of the Methodist centenary movement, will speak at Oox Square M E Church in Brighton tonight. He has led training conferences on church finance and government to prepare bankers and young business leaders to manage church finances as the centenary aims to raise 105 000 000 for missions and reconstruction.
Miss Minnie S Turner, culinary expert, demonstrated a new marmalade method at the National Civic Federation Hut. The two cookings cut time fuel and sugar, yielding a quick, economical preserve. She outlined washing and slicing fruit, two stages of cooking, and specific fruit ratios for orange and amber marmalades.
Advertisement claims Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets prevent gas sour risings and stomach distress after rich food. It promises quick relief, helps the stomach rest and recover, and targets banqueters and those exposed to heavy meals. Available 50 cents at drug stores across the United States and Canada.
Greek general headquarters received a report from M Diamantopulus nephew of the Pravion bishop detailing the bishop and 23 residents arrest Feb 1 1917 by Bulgarian commander Svekoff under Bourkoff. They were jailed near Drama and the bishop disappeared after Captain Semerdjieff took him July 5 half naked. Diamantopulos cites Bulgarian torture as the likely cause and Greece filed charges against the officers.
General Pershing will arrive in Coblenz by way of Luxemburg for an inspection trip over the area occupied by the American third army. He will review six divisions including the 424 Rainbow Division which will begin entraining for Antwerp and home on April 1.
Major James Miller of the American Red Cross arriving on the Adriatic had four cases of wine seized by customs at the New York pier. The government plans confiscation unless the wine is returned to France.
Botchkareva, famed head of the Russian Battalion of Death, plans to kill her husband after he stole her life savings of 50 roubles. Her mother questioned the ax request, but she insisted on killing him. The Boston Sunday Post features her life story.
Hazelton reader H Noyes Collinson reports long lasting Neolin Soles cut shoe costs and extend wear. The Goodyear Rubber Co. Akron Ohio, maker of waterproof comfortable Neolin Soles and Wingfoot Heels, guarantees greater durability.
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