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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1915
Page
3
Maynard plans a $60,000 high school building with work starting this week. The project aims for occupancy in nine months and lists architect Charles R. Greco of Boston.
Bridgeport Conn May 16 Captain C E Demmons 42 of Rockland Me skipper of Brigadier is held for manslaughter after his intoxicated chase of a canoe on the Pequonnock River ended with Bartlett of South Lancaster Mass drowned when the canoe was rammed and cut in half. First mate Ollie Yuston also involved.
Demmons driven assault on a canoe led to Bartlett drowning after two escapes and a third violent strike. Tullon survived clinging to the motor boat as it fled shoreward. Sailors Houston and Commons were captured, charged with manslaughter, and held without bonds as the scene drew witnesses from nearby boats and a bridge.
More than 200 Harvard University students signed a commendation letter to President Woodrow Wilson. The Harvard Crimson posted the message at its office for two days and will send it this morning by its officers. The letter expresses support for Wilson’s stance on sacred rights and faith in his wisdom and justice.
Miss Mabel Willard of Brookline outlines suffragist stance on liquor at a Massachusetts Woman Suffrage Association gathering on the Charles Street Mall. Speakers contrast historical roles and the modern home, arguing voting rights advance democracy and the home alike, with emphasis on statewide momentum and cross-border examples.
Mrs. Lawrence Killelea of 17 Kensington Street Roxbury was buried yesterday with pallbearers from the Ancient Order of Hibernians and St Marys branch Irish National Foresters. A large crowd attended as the procession proceeded to New Calvary Cemetery.
At Tremont Temple a suffrage gathering featured Miss Willard and Mrs. Upham arguing that women seek voting rights regardless of temperance views. Speakers dismissed jury duty fears and praised joint efforts with men to achieve reforms, noting a crowd of about 200 and pledge cards for fall voting.
Lincoln May 16 The body of Charles J Westley aged 51 of 1A Nashua Street Somerville and 8 Dover Street Boston was found this morning hanging from a beam in the basement of Fred Cousins grain store near the railroad station in South Lincoln He was a painter and believed despondent over lack of work last seen two weeks ago.
The third annual memorial service of the Municipal Council of Spanish War Veterans will be held at Fenway Park Sunday at 10 30 AM. A parade from Copley Square precedes the service which shifts from Protestant to Catholic with Cardinal O Connell naming the celebrant Monsignor M J Splaine.
Michael F. Manning of South Street will soon become Bedford postmaster succeeding Harriet Mudge who served 15 years. Appointed by President Wilson, Manning’s term is six years and may include moving the office from the current dry goods store location.
The catalog announces lamps suitable for oil, gas, or electricity with ample stock to match any color scheme. Fireplace fixtures, upholstery fabrics, cretonnes, awnings, and shade work expand offerings. A wide selection of curtains including lace and bungalow styles underscores the summer home theme.
Every grade of good Furniture and every desirable wood are represented with pure designs. The cheery furniture suits the summer season, from modest pieces to elaborate work manship. New stocks await immediate shipment, including veranda and lawn furniture in large varieties. Wicker furniture remains popular with many fine additions this season.
A storewide floor coverings display features Oriental rugs from leading Old World marts, a meticulously curated collection regarded as among the best in the country.Mattings branch highlights the season with the largest New England assortments and exclusive designs. Linoleums including Cork Carpet in new designs complete the busy display.
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