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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1915
Page
2
A wire threatened to destroy the Walnut Hill rifle range in Woburn yesterday afternoon. Firefighters tackled a brush fire that swept 50 acres and halted within 15 feet of the main range building before it could ignite the structure.
Boston lawmakers approved the Arlington street subway station bill after a lengthy debate with opponents urging referral to the next General Court. Proponents argued the city needs rapid transit access, boosts in tax revenue, and that Boston must guarantee bonds for the project while surrounding communities contribute less.
An article argues most stomach troubles stem from acidity and advises dyspeptics to avoid acidic foods. It suggests moderate eating followed by a teaspoon of bisulated magnesia to neutralize acid and ease digestion, claiming it as the best food corrective.
Ernest W. Carman former Harvard student and Cabot secretary testifies about his duties baling Cabot's books and golf trips. He recalls a $100 monthly salary and a $2000 winter season pay while accompanying Cabot south, and notes no signs of mental unsoundness. Dr. Richard Harte adds remarks on Cabot's education and family, while depositions from golf companions are read. Carman resumes testimony under cross examination today.
The benefit concert at the Boston Opera House begins at 2 15 pm and features Mme Sembrich Mme Opp Faversham Mme Swartz Morse Mme Fisher-Butler Mme Szumowska and others. The Apollo Club directed by Josef Adamowski performs Saint Saens Le Desir and arias from Halka with Marcella Sembrich and Julie Opp Faversham in attendance. Former Governor Guild delivers an address.
George Holden Tinkham defends a bill barring officers and directors of trust companies from profiting personally from their roles. He rebuts Arthur B. Chapin of the Massachusetts Trust Company Association and discusses enforcement, scope, and objections with emphasis on banking and insurance parallels. He also criticizes Boston teachers’ salaries and a political machine in the schools.
Grace L. Kent or Grace D. Dutton of Detroit, who lived in luxury at the Copley Plaza and Copley Square hotels, was sentenced to Sherborn prison for women for failure to pay her bills. She refused to identify herself or to contact friends despite the looming sentence.
A persuasive ad promotes ORRINE as a risk free home treatment for excessive drinking. It offers two forms No 1 powder and No 2 pills, costs one dollar per box, and guarantees money back if no results. The notice invites wives and mothers to inquire at Riker Jaynes Drug Stores and to request a booklet.
Mayor Curley signed the Boston school committee budget of 7 570 000 criticizing politicization of schools. He pointed to 1 148 308 80 in salary increases over the past six years amid his remarks.
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