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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1913
Page
7
The closing exercises of the nine day St Rita novena at St Philip’s Church on Harrison Avenue ended yesterday morning with the church filled to capacity as worshippers gathered for the final rite.
General Joseph C. Jackson a Civil War veteran dies at his New York home aged about 60. He will be buried in Hartford after funeral at St Bartholomew Church conducted by Bishop Greer. Survived by four children including John Day Jackson and Mrs Goodsell and Mrs Watts. Jackson practiced law and once served as assistant United States district attorney.
Captain Robert M. Spinney aged 73 Civil War veteran and the only surviving Minute Man of '61 in Medford died at 29 Florence Street from a shock last Tuesday His wife and four children survive with one son a Spanish War veteran.
An upcoming Post magazine preview notes next Sunday's issue will feature How to Plan a Rose Luncheon with illustrations and How to Plan for a Mothers Flower Garden. The edition also includes tips on cleaning lace and other features.
The Boston Municipal Council of United Spanish War Veterans will hold a memorial Mass for deceased veterans on Castle Island South Boston at 11 o clock Memorial Sunday. An expected crowd of over 30 000 will attend with multiple clergy, a St Peters Church choir, and a parade of regulars marines and veterans preceding the service. A special car will transport the choir from St Peters Church to Castle Island.
Major John H. Gifford U S A retired died at West Point quarters of his son in law Lieutenant Cunningham He was 70 and a 1867 graduate of the Military Academy appointed from Indiana He retired in 1898
A speaker laments the long years of separation after a loved one has died. He ponders whether the deceased could return and share the loneliness, sleepless nights, and enduring sorrow. He contrasts the pain of living with faith and love fading to the idea that death might grant an unchanging memory.
Albany May 22 Mrs Theodore Roosevelt becomes a director of the Yorkville Progressive Club in the 29th Assembly district New York City The slate of directors also includes Amos R E Pinchot his wife Lin don Bates Jr and Mrs Arthur H Scribner the club was incorporated today.
E. O. Painter, a wealthy fertilizer manufacturer and fruit grower, died after a coughing fit while crossing the St. Johns River on a ferry and falling overboard. He reportedly carried life insurance totaling $500,000 and sought an additional $50,000 policy today.
Charles M. Schwab, head of Bethlehem Steel and Fore River Shipbuilding, gave six dollars of his time for an interview after lunch with steel and shipbuilding executives at Copley Plaza. He is noted for a million dollar annual salary from the Steel Trust.
Sullivan 16 Malden named as president with James M. Carens 16 of Salem as secretary and George F. Hendricks 16 Newton as secretary. Gerald P. Fitzgerald 16 Cambridge serves as treasurer with Philip Dwyer 16 Salem as member.
An interview with President Schwab during a Fore River Shipbuilding Company inspection lasts one minute. He voices satisfaction with current management headed by Admiral Bowles and signals no changes. He foresees continued expansion and development under Bethlehem Steel policy, seeking ongoing local support from Quincy and nearby communities.
A young man asks Miss Champagne for guidance about a summertime romance with a girl slightly older than him. The response warns against early vows and urges waiting until maturity and financial responsibility are in place to avoid hard life pressures.
An advertorial urges wives to secretly give Renova to intoxicated husbands to end perceived cruelty and poverty. It promises easing withdrawal from alcohols and offers a free sample from the Renova Co. at 204 Broadway New York with a money back guarantee.
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