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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1915
Page
8
Dr Dudley A Sargent of Harvard told the State Commission on Military Training and Reserve at the State House yesterday that military drills for public schoolboys won t prepare a nation for war. He argued such programs risk provoking conflict rather than peace.
Dr Sargent argues public school drill harms youth and misleads about war while advocating general physical training. Mrs Forbes joins in opposing drill. Major Rollins backs six month compulsory service and flag respect, while Haskins and Sprague warn military education harms adolescents and fails to deter war. Hearing resumes next Wednesday.
An herbal tonic Plant Juice is promoted as a cure all for nervous stomach blood and kidney troubles. A Boston resident Edward T O Neil testifies he was cured after using Plant Juice and claims renewed health and appetite. The Liggett Co. drug store at Washington and Avon streets features the product locally.
Deputy Chief George Neal said there is no truth to reports of an arrest in the Peabody parochial school fire. He noted investigators are examining aspects that could alter views on the fire’s start but found no evidence of arson.
A committee announced half of the 200000 goal to bring the Democratic and Republican national conventions to Chicago. The drive continues for two weeks to raise another 100000 with the Chicago Association of Commerce pledging its full support to Fred W. Upham, the committee chairman.
An article asks if modern children are healthier and stronger and promotes Scott's Emulsion as a non patent medicine dietary tonic. It claims the product enriches blood, supports lungs, and strengthens the system. It notes usage in private schools and advises to ask a druggist for Scott & Bowne, Bloomfield, New Jersey.
Dr Gardner Weld Allen class of 1877 donates 1700 naval volumes to Harvard College Library. The collection, strong on pre 1812 navy history and including 800 bound periodical articles, enhances the university’s naval records.
Representative Henry Smith Jr told New England Historic Genealogical Society members that Boston Light is the oldest light in the country. He said early keepers earned part of their salary by piloting ships into port, a practice later forbidden and keeper duties limited to caring for the property.
Clara Levine sues Harold O. Bigney claiming a car owned by him or an authorized driver struck and injured her near Harrison avenue and Asylum streets on Sept 30 1915 seeking 10000 to 15000 dollars in damages.
Charles FE Mason announces George R. Bedinger, longtime director of the Milk and Baby Hygiene Association, has accepted the executive head position at the Children's Aid Society in Detroit Michigan after nearly three years in his post.
The Massachusetts women called by Governor Walsh to form a state branch of the National Security League convene in the Senate ante-room to hear by law and nominating committee reports. Mrs Barrett Wendell, temporary chair, will preside as the group aims to finalize the organization with attendance expected to match the first gathering.
The Massachusetts Federation of Churches meets at Dudley Street Baptist Church next Sunday with Rev. Alexander Mann presiding. Dean S. Matthews of Chicago will discuss A United Christianity and a United World. A 4 45 p m supper and reception follow at the old Norfolk House. An ambitious laymen missionary convention in Tremont Temple November 14 17 expects over 2500 delegates with broad denominational representation.
The article announces a feature titled Four Pages of Interesting Pictures to appear in the upcoming Sunday Post Pictorial Section. It highlights a broad collection of photographs intended to attract reader interest and showcase diverse imagery.
Lydia A. Gilbert sues executor Thomas C. Bachelder in Suffolk Superior Court for $12,000 claiming it is due under the will of the late Charles H. Greenwood of Boston. Bachelder, a Boston attorney, acts as executor in the proceedings.
Probate Court allowed Mr Greenwood's will on April 24 1913 and Bachelder named executor. The eighth clause left 8000 to Josephine Gilbert and 12000 to Lydia A Gilbert with survivor clause. Both sisters were living at Greenwood's death. Josephine died June 25 1914 and Lydia became administratrix of Josephine's estate August 4 1914. Lydia sues to compel payment of the legacies. Bachelder refuses. George I Wales represents Lydia.
Roxbury alumnae of St Patrick’s School will host a whist in O Connell Hall on November 10 to raise funds for a school aid project. Rev Edward J O Brien directs the event and Erin Court M Co No 28 raises the $2000 gift to Boston College for a free scholarship. Meanwhile Dominican Fathers announce a two week mission at St Vincent’s Church South Boston starting next Sunday with women’s services first and men’s week afterward.
A report from the State I see Employment Agency at 8 Knee land street shows improved business conditions in Boston with higher demand for help in October and a substantial rise in positions filled. The release highlights more job openings and increased placements.
The October 1915 labor report shows a 38 percent rise in job demand and a 34 percent rise in positions filled from 1914. Tinsmiths and sheet metal trades lead shortages, with tailoring and farm work also hard to fill. Women and girls are sought in power stitchers and needle trades, book binding, and housework roles, while wages for office work remain a constraint. Daily demand averaged 84, with 67 positions filled versus 50 and 42 in 1914.
Fred J Surrill candidate petitions for recount of the 28th Middlesex district race after losing to Republican James Morrison by 35 votes. Legal action requests review of ballots and tallies in the contest.
An ad promotes ORRINE as a risk free home treatment for alcohol excess. It offers two forms secret powder and pill at $1 per box, with money back if no results, and mentions discreet delivery through Riker-Jaynes drug stores in Washington, D. C.
Public notice style warns men of kidney trouble and slow poisoning. It touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a direct-acting remedy. Claims centuries of testing and a money-back guarantee. Available in drug stores with prices 25c 50c and 1.00.
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