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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1914
Page
4
Observances marked Simchus Torah with special services across synagogues and temples in Greater Boston. Memorial prayers honored thousands of Hebrew soldiers killed in Europe. At Temple Chabei Shalom harvest festival day included fruit baskets for institutional children and a large fundraising effort for destitute Jews.
A forest fire near Hubbardston began this morning, reportedly started by hunters. By afternoon and evening it threatened numerous farms and structures, burning about 100 acres of woodland. Local authorities requested assistance from Templeton Gardner and Princeton.
A mass meeting at Faneuil Hall endorses a municipal theatre for Boston with letters of support from Franklin P. Dyer John D Long B O Flower and George P Baker. Speakers urge city theatre necessity and an organized group will meet weekly at 263 West Newton Street chaired by John Fitzpatrick of Cambridge.
East St Louis Oct 12 One thousand horses for the French army were shipped from the St Louis National Stock Yards before midnight last night. An official said the horses were sent to New Orleans to be placed aboard French transports amid secrecy.
A catalog-like list shows discounted women's boots and felt footwear, damask table linens, blankets, gowns, and hats. It notes prices across multiple items including corduroy bonnets, silk petticoats, corsets, lingerie waists, and infants wear, with several second and third floor markers.
Fire and fear gripped Mexico City suburbs including San Angel and Xochimilco after attacks by Emiliano Zapata followers on Oct 10. The unrest ended when authorities announced a ceasefire until peace talks at Aguascalientes conclude. The capital calm was restored as the dispute was deemed settled.
Seaborne fighting erupts as invaders strike San Angel at seven on Saturday night. Government rushes 1500 men with artillery. streetcar workers pressed into service. Xochimilco surrounded. fear of a broader attack grips Mexico City as delegates discuss land reform and a seven member commission government proposal.
New Haven Oct 12 Three changes in the Yale rush line and two in the backfield were tried at opening practice but not meant to be permanent. Betts replaced Charley Sheldon at right tackle while Sheldon likely regains the spot soon. Aleck Wilson remains the injured regular. final lineup due Wednesday should include him, with Notre Dame next. Arch MacLeish and Mel Scoville improved both in halfback roles as Knowles and Ainsworth were limited by heat and minor ailments.
The Photographers Association of New England starts its 16th annual convention at Copley Hall. Presidents and officers from Maine to Rhode Island attend displays of commercial and studio work, with receptions, talks, and an evening banquet. Elections and prize announcements close the three days.
Former Boston mayor John F. Fitzgerald spoke at Worcester’s Knights of Columbus building dedication. He was introduced as a future Governor of Massachusetts by Father McCoy. Fitzgerald urged reducing living costs via more farms and better farmers and backed agriculture education in schools.
The Boston District Epworth League held its fifth annual rally and outing at the Daniel Dorchester Methodist Episcopal Church West Roxbury. Rev Dr Charles C P Hiller delivered the evening vesper address. Every Epworth League in Boston was represented at the rally.
Thirty hungry sailors arrived in New York aboard the schooner Alice Lord long overdue from St. Martens 2. W. I. after a hurricane drove the ship nearly 1000 miles off course. For five days the crew survived on a plate of bean soup and two or three pancakes each.
The Wakefield Evening School opened at the high school last night with a larger turnout than previous years. About 22 students registered on the first night, indicating strong early interest in the fall term.
A neurologist explains how brain disease can affect all senses and cause widespread nervous debility. Symptoms include headaches, constipation, abdominal fullness, limb numbness, eye pains, and irritability. Tona Vita is advertised as relief, sold in Boston drug stores.
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