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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1914
Page
11
Colonel W. H. Sohier chairman of the Massachusetts Highway Commission gave an illustrated talk on Roads Abroad to the University Club of Malden last evening.
Albert Perlman the wireless operator aboard the Calcutta steamer Bloemfontain and his pet monkey Sparks were buried for 48 hours in the wireless room after a heavy sea caused a mass of coal to cover the cabin. The ship lurched through a hurricane off Oran in the Mediterranean leaving the pair unfed and trapped until rescue arrived.
An advertisement touts a wild Mexican plant as a cure for diabetes, claiming it lowers sugar and restores vigor. It offers a 50 cent package for 16 cents with a free diet booklet, a guarantee, and mail order details through AMPS CHEMICAL CO. and Riker Jaynes Drug Stores.
Simon Swig of Taunton testified to a Ways and Means hearing in favor of Governor Walsh and the State Board of Economy and Efficiency plan for a centralized system to manage state hospitals. He described costly coal purchases, multiple purchasing agents, and trustees who attend only monthly meetings, urging one purchasing department and a single officer to save state funds.
The text states institutions require red-blooded men and constant management rather than blue-blooded or sporadic oversight. It suggests a preference for vigor and steady leadership in selecting administrators.
Bank Commissioner Thorndike urged禁止 prohibiting Siegel banks, arguing regulation is unwise and total ban better despite depositors. The First Corps Cadets won a committee victory against creating another militia regiment. A measure to cut Mayor Curley police salaries was admitted under suspension of rules amid committee approval.
Governor Walsh authorized drafting a bill for extensions at the State House while the current plan favors only the easterly addition. The Senate voted 15 to 15 to reject a bill that would remove the elevated structure in Charlestown.
The University of Vermont defeated Trinity College 2 to 0 in Durham North Carolina. Vermont pitcher Gilbert ruled the mound until relieved by Malcolm in the last inning. Mayforth’s steady catching held Trinity in check with no steals. Fitzpatrick’s three base catch and Perry’s unassisted double highlighted a strong Vermont defense and promising start.
The Sunday Post highlights Paris spring fashion with an authoritative overview from the home of designers. The feature profiles key houses and upcoming trends, emphasizing colors, silhouettes, and materials shaping the season.
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