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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1911

Page

2

40 Years Weds Ask Divorce

In New York on November 13 1907 Susan Elson Dye 75 sues for absolute divorce from Colonel Joseph Ernest Dye 70 Civil War veteran and Old Guard member citing marital happiness past 40 years and alleging the husband “fell under the charms of another woman” with a witness saying he lived with a woman he introduced as his wife in his boarding house during winter 1907.

New York Susan Elson Dye Supreme Court Joseph Ernest Dye Old Guard

German Rival for U S Canal

The Globe reports German capitalists aided by the government and Kaiser plan to build an ocean waterway as a rival to the Panama Canal. The route likely follows the San Juan River and Lake Nicaragua in Nicaragua, raising questions of Germany asserting a foothold on American soil nearer the United States than the Panama route.

London Globe Panama Canal San Juan River Nicaragua Republic of Nicaragua Germany United States

Man Tries Robbery of Patrolman On Train Escapes

James Baker, known to police, attempts to rob Patrolman William Balch on an Elevated train after escaping on the Dorchester line. Balch in civilian clothes grabs Baker's hand and pursues as doors open at Dudley Street. Baker slips away but is recaptured minutes later by a special officer and sent to Dudley Street station.

William Balch Dorchester James Baker Dudley Terminal Baker Balch Dudley Street

N D Sperry Die at 84 Former Connecticut Congressman

Nehemiah Day Sperry of New Haven died at 84 after a long career in public service. Born July 10, 1827 in Woodbridge he moved to New Haven at 14 and held posts from secretary of state to postmaster before serving in Congress from 1835 to 1861 and again from 1894 to 1901.

New Haven Nehemiah Day Sperry Connecticut Congress Mr. Sperry Woodbridge Conn Republican State Central Committee Abraham Lincoln

Gillis arraigned and fined twice in Roxbury Court

Isaac J. Gillis of 1517 Tremont Street was arraigned in Roxbury District Court yesterday on drunkenness and assault on a Boson Elevated conductor last Saturday evening. He was found guilty on both complaints and sentenced to pay a fine on each.

Isaac J. Gillis Tremont Street Roxbury Runkenness Boson

Somerville Trade Board Names Heads and Officers

The Somerville Board of Trade re elected Charles A Grimmons as president and George W Snow as treasurer. Benjamin F Freeman John H Smith and Richard Y Good named vice presidents. Albert L Haskell secretary and George Day J B Young William L Wauga Harvey E Frost and Clarence R Holmes directors. Lieutenant Governor elect Robert Luca received felicitations and resigned as delegate to the State Board of Trade. Treasurer's report shows a balance of 320.34.

Somerville Trade — Board Somerville Board of Trade Charles A. Grimmons Benjamin F. Freeman John H. Smith Richard Y. Good Albert L. Haskell George Hm. Day J. B. Young William L. Wauga Harvey EF. Frost Clarence R. Holmes George W. Snow Robert Luca State Board of Trade

Irish Gentlewomen Adopt Ancient Dress in Boston Visit

Four Gaelic League delegates from Ireland in Boston promote a fifteenth century princess dress as a practical durable costume. The one piece gown features back and front panels, four draped scarves and loose sleeves with optional lace under sleeves. It is easy to put on and comfortable, and its enduring style allows wearers to use rich materials. The design recalls the Powell coat dress shown last spring but opens at the back.

Gaelic League of Ireland Boston Brigit O’quinn Bride McLoughlin Eileen Noone Maron J. O’shea Donald O'Connor Michael O’flanagan the Post Gaelic League Dublin Cork

Lyre and Circle Motifs Spark Irish Fashion Revival

15th century Irish women popularized lyre and Celtic circle embroidery on gowns with brat capes fastened by Tara brooches. Designs draw from Book of Kells 628, with soft art colors. fashion may travel to Boston as Colleens describe the look. Gaelic League figures criticize Playboy of the Western World as misrepresenting Irish life.

Boston

Ireland and the arts and suffrage in a cross current

The piece discusses Yeats plays in America and Irish critics who oppose them within Gaelic circles. It notes Irish cultural traits, rural restraint, and the Gaelic League's influence. It contrasts suffrage progress, with Irish women voting locally yet favoring modest tactics, and lauds Ireland as a safe country for women alone.

Singe Yeats America Dublin Gaelic League San Francisco

Card of Thanks from Ross Family for Sympathy and Flowers

The family of Mrs Richard C. Ross thanks friends for sympathy and floral tributes following their bereavement. The note is dated November 14, 1011.

Richard C. Ross

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