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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1916

Page

6

Boston North Baptist Association Names 1968 Officers

The Rev. T Richard Peede of Waverley was chosen moderator at the 68th annual meeting in Trinity Baptist Church East Arlington. Rev. Lewis A Walker pastor of Trinity Baptist was elected clerk, George H Wiswall Water town treasurer, and W H Burton Cambridge auditor.

Boston North Baptist T. Richard Peede Waverley Boston North Baptist Association Trinity Baptist Church East Arlington Lewis A. Walker George H. Wiswall Watertown W. H. Burton Cambridge

Diver frees Nacoochee in Vineyard Haven

The steamer Nacoochee traveling from Boston to Savannah was delayed after an anchor chain wound around its propeller shaft. Local diver freed the obstruction, allowing the vessel to resume its voyage as of October 4 in Vineyard Haven.

Vineyard Haven Nacoochee Boston Savannah

Suit for 150000 on munitions order in East Cambridge

William M. Noble of Newton sues Mead Morrison Manufacturing Company in Superior Court at East Cambridge for 150000 claiming commissions from a munition order Noble secured from the British government and delivered to them.

Mead- Morrison Manufacturing Company East Cambridge William M. Noble Newton

Dorchester Bride Esther Emerson Weds J Arthur Spencer

Miss Esther Emerson daughter of Henry L Emerson of 10 Roseland Street Dorchester married J Arthur Spencer of Milton in Central Congregational Church Dorchester last evening. The ceremony was performed by Reverend Clifton J Taft.

Esther Emerson Henry L. Emerson Roseland Street Dorchester Central Congregational Church J. Arthur Spencer Milton Clifton J.taft

White Plymouth Rock Wins First at Brockton Fair

A White Plymouth Rock from Fox Borough took first prize at the Brockton Fair, earning top honors for the breed and showcasing quality poultry at the regional event.

Foxboro

Brockton Fair Draws Large Crowd Despite Paraly sis Fears

Brockton on October 4 saw a second day crowd of 36 236 at the fair, 13 000 more than last year. The event restricted children under 16 due to the infantile paralysis scare, yet attendance remained high amid the Indian summer conditions.

Brockton

New York horse Jess Ywins 2:19 trot stake at $1000 purse

The 2:19 trot stake drew 11 entries but none could secure a clear lead. Judges split the purse after five heats, awarding first to Jess Y. Pitman rode the New York horse for three firsts. The show also featured thoroughbreds, spills, a balloon and parachute drop, and a highway robbery attempt foiled by police.

New York Jess Y Pitman George Bumpus Brockton Bumpus Dave Devil Ross C. G. Hunter North Scituate J. D. Benton Boston Hunter Benton

Aviators Decorated for Destroying Zeppelins

King George appoints Second Lieutenant Frederick Sowrey and Lieutenant Alfred de Bath Brandon to the distinguished service order for successful attacks on enemy airships. Lieutenants Lowrey and Brandon took part in the September 23 24 Zeppelin raids when two airships were brought down.

London George Frederick Sowrey Alfred de Bath Brandon Royal Flying Corps Lowrey Brandon

Emperor Francis Joseph Bedbound with Bronchitis

A Geneva report picked up in London says Emperor Francis Joseph is confined to bed with bronchitis and his condition causes anxiety. The Vienna source notes the report via Exchange Telegram Company.

London Vienna Geneva Exchange Telegram Company Francis Joseph

Paul Waitt Delivers Billy Sunday Biography Next Sunday Post

The Sun day Post previews a gripping phase of Paul Waitt's first hand life of Billy Sunday, promising vivid recollections and dramatic episodes as the preacher's story unfolds.

Paul Waitt Billy Sunday Next Sunday Post

World record set and two season marks at Kentucky meet

Lee Axworthy lowered the world trotting record to 1 59 1 2 for a mile on the track. Lucile Spier, a world champion mare, trotted a mile in 2 03 1 4 to set the season mark for trotting mares. Roan Hal won the Board of Commerce stake for 2 0 pacers and clocked 2 08 4 for the second mile, a season record for pacing geldings.

Lexington Kentucky Horsebreeders’ Association Lee Axworthy Peter Volo Lucile Spier Roan Hal Board of Commerce

Milk Surplus Teems at Hub Despite Shortage Claims

Railroad officials and local dairy figures report ample milk arriving and being unloaded yesterday from cars. Tags traced milk from New Hampshire to New York, while opponents questioned authenticity. Telegrams and letters from farmers and merchants suggest no current shortage, with Hood and Whiting firms poised to maintain supply.

New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts New York Dr. Davis H. P. Hood Company Charles F. Whiting Whiting Berwick Pattee Hood Concern Quincy House West Canaan N. H Canaan Hood H. W. Webster

New York Suffering from Milk Shortage After Mayor Fallout

New York faces a milk shortage of more than 50 percent as Mayor Mitchel fails to reconcile producers and distributors. Attorney-General Woodbury launches a state wide inquiry into causes, with authorities warning supply will shrink further until a settlement.

Mitchel New York Woodbury

Von Schoelen Named German Deputy War Minister

Berlin reports Lieutenant-General von Schoelen has been appointed deputy minister of war, replacing Lieutenant-General von Wandel who resigned recently due to ill health.

Berlin Sayville von Schoelen von Wandel

Wolf's Clothier Promises Money Back and Free Legal Stamps

Advertisement touts Wolf's corner Hanover and Portland streets as “My Clothier” offering a money back guarantee. Buyers are assured satisfaction with purchases and receive legal stamps with every transaction.

Wolf’s Hanover Portland Streets

Howes Brothers Leather Chief Elected Boston University Trustee

Ernest G. Howes, president of the Howes Brothers Leather Corp of Boston, was elected a trustee of Boston University yesterday. Mrs. Ida Davis Ripley, wife of Harvard College professor, was also elected. Howes succeeds the late Rev. Joel M. Leonard of Melrose who died in August. Both will assume duties at once.

Ernest G. Howes Howes Brothers’ Leather Corporation Boston Boston University Ida Davis Ripley Professor Ripley Harvard College Howes Joel M. Leonard Melrose

Tries death by own action in Hotel

Gloucester report states a man identified as Charles Cranbush shot himself in the Morris House with a 22 caliber pistol. Police say he has no chance of recovery. Papers list Cranbush and a Fisherman's Union dues bill made out to Charles Ulumberg.

Gloucester Charles Cranbush Charles Cranberg Morris House Cranbush Fisherman’s Union Charles Ulumberg

Husband s love worth 30000

Mrs. Blanche E Winsloe of Dorchester files a 30000 alienation of affections suit against her husband s former bookkeeper Miss Mabel McQuade of Boston. She alleges McQuade enticed her husband away from home and caused him to transfer money and property. dates range from April 1, 1907 to August 30, 1916.

Blanche E. Winsloe Dorchester Temple A. Winsloe Mabel McQuade Boston Winsloe Spencer Street

Warning to Stop Overindulgence for Digestive Health

An advertisement urges readers to ease up on abuse of the stomach, recommends proper diet, and endorses Johann Hoff's Malt Extract as a genuine digestion aid and nutritional tonic. It warns against cheap imitations and promotes it as a food for those with anaemia and weak digestion.

Johannoff Johann Hoff

Woman fights divorce claim amid charges of seeking support

Miss McQuade told a Post reporter over the telephone that the accusations are false and nothing but an attempt to obtain support. She said she will fight the case and will not be beat.

Harvard Social Work Conference Draws Hundreds

The Harvard fall conference of social workers attracted several hundred students. John F. Moors of the Boston Associated Charities spoke on training for social service. Professor W. Z. Ripley discussed the labor question and its connection to undergraduates.

Harvard John F. Moors Boston Associated Charities W. Z. Ripley

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