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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1919
Page
11
The Daily and Sunday Post introduces a sequence of personal World War II experiences by members of New England's 26th Division. Readers are told these stories will continue daily.
Lieutenant Bernard recounts near continuous combat as his battalion fights through machine gun nests and artillery barrages. Captain J. W. McConnell earns praise for a bold maneuver that saved the First Battalion before relief by the 42d Division ends their Chateau Thierry ordeal.
Postoffice inspectors uncover a new fraud scheme in the city. Frank W. Poor of Warren Avenue was arrested for allegedly soliciting relatives of soldiers sentenced by courts-martial and claiming to have mitigating information. He allegedly sought large sums from relatives, sending a letter to Mrs. Er nest Flentie of Cambridge about her son. Poor pleaded not guilty and was held for a May 15 hearing in 590 bond. released on recognizance.
Millions of fraudulent aspirin tablets passed off as Bayer were found to be mainly talcum powder. Genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin are marked with the Bayer Cross and sold in original Bayer packaging with official directions. Always request Bayer Tablets of Aspirin and verify the authentic package.
Richard E. Brooks, a renowned sculptor with a studio at 32 St Botolph Street, died of heart failure after a street attack near Charles Street. Born in Braintree 51 years ago, he earned Paris Salon honors in 1895 and 1899 and studied under B. H. Bartlett, Jean Paul L Aubé, and Injalbert. He exhibited in Paris 1900 and belonged to the National Institute of Arts and Letters, later maintaining a studio at 1310 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington.
King Alfonso of Spain signs a decree dissolving Parliament and calls general elections for June 1, as reported from Madrid via Exchange Telegraph. Politically tense move follows, with elections set to determine the next government.
Officials at the collector's office voiced ignorance on corsets amid questions from a reporter. The Post asked if corsets are underwear or a luxury and whether they fall under the new luxury tax, but attaches could not provide a clear ruling.
Officials struggle to classify corsets for luxury tax purposes while awaiting Washington guidance. The collector's office reports heavy inquiries since the tax began, clarifying that drinks from bottles are not taxed unless manufactured at soda fountains, and resale purchases are exempt for dealers. Toilet articles will bear tax stamps and a drug concern bought $10,000 in one cent stamps.
Protestant chaplain Lyman Rollins will address the Cathedral Church of St Paul at 7 30 p m tomorrow. Rev Rolfe Crum speaks on Supremacy of the Will in the first of a personality series at 4 p m. Retreat for Sisters of the Holy Cross set at Adelynwood June 14 16 led by Rt Rev Benjamin Brewster. Rev A T Kempton to present savings bank at Sunday night service with sermon Where Your Treasure Is There Will Your Heart Be Also. Maguire to preach five sermons on Religions of the World at Ruggles Street Baptist Roxbury. Edward M A Bleakney to lecture on Modern Family Life at Hyde Park Methodist with Wollaston Glee Club assisting.
The writer cites a fatal accident at Needhams Crossing on the Newburyport turnpike in Peabody Massachusetts to urge more protection at grade crossings. He suggests flagmen or nearby property owners be authorized to signal traffic when gates are unaffordable, with telephoned alerts or other methods to improve safety and reduce rising fatalities.
Fire started in cork shavings pit aboard the U S transport Patricia caused several thousand dollars in damage. Crew members overcome by smoke were treated at Chelsea Naval Hospital including Joseph A Black 19 Thomas Johnson 20 and J E B Farley 20. Several others were treated on nearby destroyers.
The Marycliff Alumnae dance at Robbins Memorial Town Hall in Arlington drew a large crowd of alumnae from Marycliff and Arlington Heights Academy plus friends and relatives. Beatrice Conley chaired the organizing committee with members including Mahon Conley Mary McGowan and Katherine Kelley among others. patronesses included Mrs. James Casey Mrs. Daniel O'Brien and several others.
Smoke pouring from the third forward hatchway triggered an alarm at Charlestown Navy Yard. No injuries reported and investigators began inspections of the ship and surrounding docks.
Whitman May 2 George S Winslow a Temple street house painter received a State Highway Commission letter claiming his car sped through Springfield. The notice warns license could be recorded if another speeding occurs. Winslow notes his wood cutting mill is in his only automobile and swears the machine has not left a 10 mile radius.
The transport Canandaigua diverted by steering gear failure off Nantucket South Shoal Lightship, arrived near Boston last night and will reach Commonwealth Pier in the morning. It carries 36 officers, 1345 enlisted men, and two civilians. troops headed to Camp Devens and Camp Bowie will be discharged next week. A welcome fleet with state and city committees will greet the homecoming troops at dawn.
Demands by the National Barge Masters Union seek wage increases for barge captains. If the new scale is not adopted by May 1, a strike is threatened through December. Rowland, former captain of the W. K. Moore, leads the association affiliated with the AFL with Norfolk as its HQ. Barges’ owners review the proposal while Norfolk longshoremen may refuse to load coal barges if not granted.
Boston readers James Kelly and Hugo Gottlieb report long relief from kidney troubles after using Doan’s Kidney Pills. Miss G L Nolan and Patrick A Eagan share similar success, noting reduced back pain, steadier kidney function, and quicker recovery from attacks.
Mrs Fred Grant of 162 Webster Street East Boston reports severe pains across the loins headaches and vision issues due to kidney trouble. After using Doan’s Kidney Pills bought at Woodbury Co.’s Drug Store she says she received wonderful relief.
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