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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1913
Page
5
In Judge Jenney's court, Margaret Breen 78 of Long Island almshouse testified that she handed savings to Bridget Breen of 8 Melrose Street for safekeeping. Bridget said the money was spent on clothing and items for the almshouse resident, and produced no receipts. The elder Breen denied signing the assignment, and the case rests with whether funds were misused or properly accounted for.
Within the Boston Chamber of Commerce a fierce contest pits regular nominees against an independent slate for the board of directors. The dispute centers on railroad policy and transportation control, with fears a new board could realign the chamber toward moneyed interests and oust current leaders in the transportation department.
In Kansas City on November 18 Dr W T Milam formerly city physician of St Louis and now a prominent citizen shot and killed W T Cramer of Chicago a salesman a magazine at the Baltimore Hotel. Cramer about 40 years old Dr Elam 45. They went to Cramer s room to discuss family troubles. After the shot employees entered the room Cramer lay dead and Dr Elam surrendered to police.
Shelburne Falls reports deer hunters chase the mate of a 2912 pound Canadian lynx shot yesterday by William Stemple. The male lynx, largest seen in the area, was displayed at Shelburne House with 200 sportsmen viewing it. Stemple will mount the animal for the Western Massachusetts Gun Club collection.
In Newport New England court action Nina Walker versus Commander James Walker hears Henry Richardson reveal Miss Mabel Cochrane will provide an affidavit. Testimony for Rear Admiral Walker’s family exposes fault lines over trust and support.
The Brookline Board of Selectmen voted to sustain a license granted last week to the Brookline Friendly Society for a moving picture show at the Union building. Rev. John T. Sheehan urged revocation citing harmful influence on youth.
One of the city’s largest song contests was staged at Bowdoin Square Theatre last night. Twelve representatives from publishing houses competed for a loving cup and a $5 prize, won by Charles Bradley of the Remick Company.
Jewels valued at 1000 dollars were stolen today from an express company delivery wagon. The jewel box was taken while being transferred from a sub station to Paul N Lackritz a jeweller of West Chicago.
A floral tribute funded by clerks and staff of Lee Higginson & Co. marked Major Henry Lee Higginson's 79th birthday yesterday, reflecting the banking house observance.
Bank firm head Major Higginson receives a modest gift of a chrysanthemum plant after employees contribute a nickel each in line with his aversion to large personal gifts. A floral piece from his firm arrives as he begins the day. Higginson, head of Lee Higginson & Co, is noted for philanthropy and Harvard University welfare work.
Richard J. McCoy, former Herald assistant baseball editor and later labor editor of the American, was named secretary to Captain Edward J. Ryan, chief clerk of the railway mail service in Boston yesterday.
John Foley, a South Boston youth, was bound over by Judge Fallon in the South Boston District Court on $1000 bonds for beating and robbing Mrs. Elizabeth Hayward, the 70-year-old storekeeper, as presented to the grand jury yesterday.
A glimpse at Parisian waistcoats showcased by Paris women is illustrated with color images heading to next Sunday’s issue, highlighting charming styles and fashionable silhouettes.
William McCombs, chairman of the Democratic national committee, is urged by prominent Democrats to take the lead in reorganizing Tammany Hall. He acknowledged the request but declined further comment. He departs for Washington for a conference with President Wilson after returning from Europe.
A column offers tips from Aunt Sally on improving complexion and reducing redness. It recommends minimal nose touching and using mercurized wax nightly for one to two weeks to remove surface skin and reveal smoother, velvety new skin. It also suggests a saxolite and witch hazel lotion to treat wrinkles and crow feet.
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