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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1913
Page
2
The former boxing idol John L Sullivan, now portrayed as a philosopher and farmer, criticizes modern worldly views of women. He denounces bachelor girls and excess schooling and alcohol, arguing society puts too much emphasis on appearance and others' opinions over character.
Martin Moran, a Titanic disaster survivor and former sailor, was killed at Natalie Colliery in Shamokin Pennsylvania when a coal rush swept him into the mine. Moran had survived the sinking by leaping into the ocean and later being rescued.
Prominent cure claims a simple home formula for rheumatism and backache. The recipe uses Toris compound and Syrup of Sarsaparilla in whiskey, with dosing before meals and at night. If unavailable, the druggist can source it. urges avoiding patent medicines and cites published success. It also advertises Calocide for corns and foot issues with a 25c box.
Abraham Schwartz, 15, of 24 Arlington Street, was seriously hurt when a runaway horse pulling a heavy wagon struck his uncle Jacob Schwartz's grocery wagon on Bridge Street. Abraham was knocked unconscious and remained on the dangerous list at Sacred Heart Hospital with head injuries. Jacob sustained bruises and stayed at home.
Colby Getchell, Kennebec sheriff, conducted a liquor raid at the Augusta Elks Club. Norman W. Mitchell, the club steward, was fined 100 dollars plus costs and ordered to six days in jail, with six more days if the fine is unpaid. The lodge voted to eliminate the buffet portion at tonight’s meeting.
Jacob Rabinowitz of Spring Street Chelsea faced a larceny charge after allegedly borrowing clean shirts collars and cuffs to appear well dressed. The judge labeled the act as larceny and imposed a ten dollar fine.
Mrs William Rapp Cook of 1150 North Main Brockton discusses her three children Dorothy Louise Martha Elizabeth and William Rapp Jr. She notes children sleep at five pm and wake early with nursery play. She praises mothers keeping up with the times.
Ernest G. McCoy who shot himself after admitting he killed his wife died at St. Joseph's Hospital in Nashua. Surgeons could not remove the skull bullet. The rest of the item notes a forthcoming two page picture essay by Joseph Clement Coll in Post Magazine titled The Get Rich Quick Step.
Matthew C. Brush testifies that blue uniformed workers on the L have higher wages than other State street railway firms. Attorney Feeney wins a point limiting out of state wage evidence. Hile outlines job classifications and shop work while detailing service history from 1894 to 1913. The hearing adjourns to 10 a m today at the Ford Building hall.
Testimony compares the L line wages to other Massachusetts roads. Charles Brush argues the L pays 25.6 cents first year, higher than any road, with a maximum 2.89 dollars per day cited for the Boston Elevated. Feeney objects to out of state evidence without working conditions. Vice-President Richards supports broad gathering of wage data for arbitration.
A board member files a formal dissent against the majority rulings, expressing obligation to record the split stance. The statement clarifies the protest pertains to actions within Massachusetts and neighboring territory. The record notes the member’s intent to be officially recorded as dissenting.
Somerset county guide Harry Hilton was found dead on Moosehead Lake shore. Coroner ruled accidental drowning and no inquest was held. Hilton guided trips in Somerset County, and his death occurred near Greenville on Sunday.
Herbert Kaufman’s The Little Giant appears in Next Sunday’s Post Magazine. The short piece blends observational wit with subtle tenderness, portraying a compact figure whose presence looms large in everyday scenes.
John Guiney, brother of the late Cork north division MP and ally of William OBrien, was elected today as a member of the House of Commons in County Cork. He stood unopposed.
Augusta Me November 4 The appointment of King M Graham of Westbrook to succeed the late Everett G Scully as sheriff of Cumberland county was unanimously confirmed at a special Governor and Council meeting with all members present.
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