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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1915
Page
8
A Harvard graduate protests the 7 am ringing of the ancient Harvard Hall bell. He urges undergraduates to petition for its abolition, arguing the loud chime disturbs sleep.
A Harvard graduate notes the 7 am bell annoys Yard dorm residents and nearby Cambridge neighbors. He recalls the bell’s historic purpose and argues for a petition or compromise as times change and many roll back to sleep until 8:30.
Mrs. Barrett Wendell, president of the Woman's Auxiliary, receives an invitation from The Battle Cry of Peace management for auxiliary members to attend the Majestic Theatre performance in connection with Woman's Day at the National Security League exposition.
Local testimonial details Mrs. James A. Fisher of 14 New Hampshire Avenue Somerville who says Plant Juice cured years of indigestion fatigue and rheumatic pains after three bottles. The Plant Juice Man from Liggett Drug Co. is promoting the herbal tonic at Washington and Avon streets daily.
James Murphy of 79 Broadway South Boston was struck by flying dinner plates in a shower reported by his brother at 34 Ash Street South End. He suffered scalp wounds and cuts but was not hospitalized long and left City Hospital after treatment.
Alice Stone Blackwell notes growing suffrage support across Canada and the United States with new voting rights in Saskatchewan and expanded measures in New Jersey Massachusetts Pennsylvania and New York. She cites Senate and House votes and presidential endorsement as signs of progress toward federal amendment despite wartime conservatism.
Dr Samuel A Hopkins told Forsyth Dental Infirmary audience that decayed teeth and unclean mouths cause scarlet fever diphtheria pneumonia indigestion and childhood illnesses. He urged constant toothbrush use to save children from these diseases.
A speaker describes decaying food in cavities as the main culture medium for germs causing diseases. He cites self infection among children, spread to neighbors, and links to pneumonia germs multiplying in decayed teeth. He also notes cures in soldiers after mouth care and a Cleveland School Board report of 95 percent efficiency gains after dental treatment.
In a Connecticut town at age eight a future star recalls sitting in a hotel lobby chair answering a seasoned reporter. She describes the moment as pivotal for press approval and reflects on her early ambition to be a tragedienne and to move audiences with tears. The piece highlights her admiration for reporters and her early insight into the craft.
The letter to the editor shares tips from a country town near Birmingham about using buttermilk for skin care. It also endorses preparing a Hope Box with keepsakes, argues against blanket anti veil views, and suggests practical veils help keep hair in place on windy days.
Mary Pickford will appear in the Daily Post five days a week and in the Sunday Post each Sunday, outlining ongoing statements and public appearances.
The state election shows 23 691 yes and 6 071 no for adopting contributory old age pensions. The measure appeared in 15 districts with strong cross party support and lawmakers instructed to vote in favor.
Councillor Jerry Watson published a letter accusing the Good Government Association of using inquisition like methods to vet candidates. He says he will not appear before their prearranged executive committee and cites a November gathering at the Boston City Club attended by eight men, naming Storrow Attridge Collins and Kenny.
Elizabeth McCormick age 51 of 21 Battery Street North End was found dead in her bed yesterday by neighbors with a pass key. Medical Examiner McGrath ruled natural causes. Only known relative John Brotherson of Charles Town took charge of the body.
Warren McKinnon a Waltham ex-pressman who swallowed bichloride of mercury last Wednesday is in a brave fight for life with an even chance of recovery. He remains optimistic insisting he has many years to live and smiles at his physicians about his prognosis.
McKinnon misread an instruction at a Waltham drug store and dissolved two bichloride of mercury tablets in water to treat a finger cut. He drank the solution at a soda fountain and suffered severe stomach cramps an hour later. A pharmacist and Dr. Courtney treated him as mercury entered his system.
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