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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1915
Page
8
SEAL CATCH ONLY 46 894 ST JOHN S N F May 18 The tota catch of the seal fishery season was estimated tonight at only 46 894 Last year s total was 223 768 The inability of the Steamers to reach the main herds because of adverse ice conditions this year is said to have caused a loss to the vessel owners of a quarter of a million dollars
The next issue promises one of Sewell Ford’s funniest Shorty McCabe tales, highlighting humor and character wit readers have long enjoyed.
Oneida Street man Maurice Landers lauds Plant Juice herbal tonic for relief from long term stomach trouble indigestion and fatigue after a week of use. He praises improved digestion headaches and sleep and urges friends to try the remedy at Liggett’s Drug Store corner Washington and Avon Streets with free samples offered.
After two days of intense debate the House approved the Boston and Maine reorganization bill. Key Senate amendments were adopted and the House measure largely follows the Public Service Commission’s final recommendation to the Legislature.
The House approved the Hampden road provision after contentious debates with Democrats then seeking further amendments. Republicans claimed victory though forced to concede ground, as the measure heads back to the Senate for concurrence and possible conference.
The roll shows Yes votes from Abbott through Warner and others totaling 153, with 7 not voting and 79 voting against. Democrats for the bill include Brennan Courtenay Donahue La Dame La Flame McAllister McCarthy McMorrow Murphy Murray Sawyer Wall. Republicans against include Atwood Bagshaw Collins Cowles Dowse Frost Holway James Lincoln Mildram Morrill Tarbell Warner.
Clarence Carman the American middle distance champion makes his season debut in a 25 mile motorpaced race at Revere against George Wiley and Vincent Madono. Observers note Madono’s speed from a 5 mile 7 14 effort and expect him to challenge Carman closely though not sustain that pace.
Two high school and prep baseball games are set for Concord this afternoon. Groton School travels to North Concord for a return with Middlesex School, while Revere High faces Concord High at the Concord Playgrounds. Concord private school defeated Groton in the earlier game.
Admiral Fletcher leads the Wyoming with President Wilson aboard the Mayflower to salute the fleet. Secretaries Daniels Lane Roosevelt Tumulty and Capt Berry observe, while the submarine flotilla led by K 6 draws Wilson's interest. Nearby ships and international vessels honor the departing force.
Jimmy Clabry of Hammond Indiana and George Chip of Newcastle Pennsylvania were suspended 30 days by the New York State Athletic Commission for not giving their best in a scheduled 10 round middleweight fight at the St Nicholas Rink. Referee Billy Roche halted the bout in the eighth round declaring a no contest. The club had withheld payment until today when the commission ordered payment and banned the fighters from boxing in New York for one month.
Movie producers seek new faces and abilities for acting roles. Jim Cruze offers guidance on becoming a film actor or actress and details what to study, the skills needed, and how to prepare. A 64 page book and lesson package can be obtained for 25 cents with mailed examination.
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