Typhoid Elimination Reported in Navy MedicalRise
Surgeon General Braisted told Secretary Daniels that typhoid fever and other communicable diseases have been nearly eradicated in the Navy due to modern preventive methods. Despite more personnel, fewer than 10 typhoid cases have occurred since the war began, while respiratory diseases remain the main concern. Modern prevention includes inoculations, proper garbage and sewage disposal, clean water and food, and fly control.
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Washington
Braisted
Daniels
Navy
Arraignment In Revere For North Shore Road Violations
Twelve automobilists were arraigned before Judge Albert D. Bosson in Chelsea Police Court for violating regulations on the New North Shore road, Revere. Fines totaling 115 dollars were paid, with motorcycle officer Edward G. O'Hara listed as the complainant.
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New North Shore Road
Revere
Albert D. Bosson
Chelsea
Edward G. O'Hara
Philo Hay Co Dandruff Remedy Ad
A vintage ad promises a dissolving formula that ends dandruff itching and hair loss when used, claiming it stops falling hair and keeps scalp clean and hair healthy. Sold by all dealers, Philo Hay Co Newark NJ.
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Philo Hay Co
Newark
Food cost crisis solved by common sense not rules
John D. Willard, secretary of the State Board of Food Administration, told the City Club before the Charitable Irish Society of Boston that the remedy for high living costs lies in interpreting the government’s food conservation spirit, not merely following its directives.
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John D. Willard
State Board of Food Administration
City Club
Irish Society of Boston
Price Regulation Critique and Retail Practices Highlighted
A speaker condemned blanket price controls and mechanical rule following, noting widespread examples from a Texas town and wider market patterns. He argued the price system should reflect supply and demand, criticized retailers for high margins, and urged lower prices to increase sales volume and freshness.
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Germany
England
Portable Hospital Unit Opens for Inspection in Boston
The first portable hospital unit in Boston, named the Willard T. Perrin ward, was opened for public inspection on Pilgrim road in Longwood. The 36 bed unit with isolation rooms, kitchen, baths, and nurses’ apartments is fully portable and can be reassembled in two days. About 500 guests attended including Governor McCall and Bishop Hughes, with Navy and Marine Corps officers and 60 sailors present. substantial donations were made to fund the ward’s maintenance and war relief efforts.
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Boston
Willard T. Perrin
New England Deaconess Association
Pilgrim Road
Longwood
Deaconess Hospital
Central Hospital
Friends of the Association
McCall
Idwin H. Hughes
Methodist Episcopal Church
Massachusetts
FE. R. Pollock
H. L. Dovey
United States Navy
Newton Hall
United States Marine Corps
Commonwealth Pier
CAPT MARLETT TAKES COMMAND OF BRITISH CA
Captain Kenneth D. Marlett, a veteran of Messines Ypres and the Somme, has been placed in charge of British Canadian recruiting in New England. He will direct several flying squads to hold rallies in New England cities with visits planned for Bridgeport New Bedford Fall River Pawtucket and Woonsocket this week.
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New England
Kenneth D. Marlett
Messines
Ypres
Somme
Newngland
Fifth Royal Highlanders
Marlett
Bridgeport
New Bedford
Fall River
Pawtucket
Woonsocket
Terry
W. J. Davenport
Readville
Governor McCall Visits Springfield Before Exposition Speech
Governor McCall arrived in Springfield tonight for the Eastern States Agricultural Exposition and is not expected to deliver a political address. He will tour Camp Bartlett at Westfield before returning to Boston after the event.
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Springfield
McCall
Boston
Camp Bartlett
Westfield
Boston Post Dog Story Contest Offers Prizes
The Boston Post offers three prizes for dog stories including a Double Gold Eagle and a Single Gold Eagle plus $5 in Gold. Entries must be original, single sided, up to specified word length, signed with real name and address, and may be published without return. Judges are Dr. Francis H. Rowley, H. C. Merwin, and the Post Dog Story Editor.
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Boston Post
Sunday Post
the Post
Boston
Francis H. Rowley
H. C. Merwin
Post
The Pug a Classic House Dog and Its Origins
The Pug is described as an old fashioned house dog with uncertain origins. Some link it to mastiffs, others to a cross between a dwarf mastiff and a bulldog. It is noted for a haughty demeanor, reputedly never going mad, with a large head, short square muzzle, weight 13 to 17 pounds, dark prominent eyes, a tightly curled tail, fine short coat, and silver or apricot fawn color with a black mask.
Teddina’s dog saves kitten from hostile cats
A. M. Mosher of 107 Howland Street Grove Hall sent Teddina’s picture to the Post. Teddina owns a kitten named Doner. When four big cats chased the kitten it climbed a tree. The small dog could not scare them away alone, so two more dogs joined and the trio forced the cats to retreat, never seen again.
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Teddina
A. M. Mosher
Howland Street
Grove Hall
Doner
Vengeful Collie Targets Noisy Neighbor Terrier
A large gentle collie, fed up with a troublesome neighbor, plans a drastic frontier. After repeated scuffles with a smaller terrier, the collie ambles to the terrier’s home at dawn and silently drags the dog toward the sea, holding it under water until the struggle ends.
Orrine advertised as a cure for the drink habit
The ad claims thousands of wives and families praise Orrine for relieving loved ones from the drink habit and bringing happiness home. It offers two forms No 41 secret treatment and No 2 voluntary treatment at one dollar per box, with a booklet available. Sold by Liggett's Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores and Orrine Co. Washington DC.
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Orrine Co
Wash
D. C
Liggett’s Riker-Jaynes
Montclair Woman Passes Quietly At Home
Christina C. M Murtrie, 42 Watchung Avenue, Montclair New Jersey, died after a long illness and was laid to rest at home in peaceful surroundings. The obituary notes she lived a quiet final chapter in her residence.
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Christina C. M’'Murtrie
Watchung Avenue
Montclair, N. J
Note on Collie Laddie Delivers Island Adrift Message
Francis G Messenger recounts taking his collie Laddie on Almy Island in Salem Bay for blueberries and shells. After tying the boat to a rock, the tide floated it away. Messenger sends a note via Laddie, who returns home with the message. A neighbor later retrieves him and brings Messenger home.
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Laddie
Salem Bay
Mother
Almy
Bell Was a Good Physician and a Dog’s Rescue
This true local story recalls Bell a clever farm spaniel who saved a drowned puppy. After her litter was ordered destroyed, Bell retrieved and revived the pup by the pond. The tale is signed by Louise Moxley Marblehead.
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Bell
Ell
Louise Moxley
Reed Street
Marblehead
Opera House Taken Over by Shuberts Denied
Boston Opera House owners Draper and Dowling deny reports that the Shuberts have taken over the theater. They state the allegations are unfounded and without foundation.
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Deny Opera House
Shuberts
Boston Opera House
Messrs. Draper and Dowling
Lomasney Named To The Editor Of The Post
A Boston Citizen letter argues Martin M. Lomasney could defeat Mayor Curley, praising his honesty, leadership in Beacon Hill, and actions to curb graft. The writer cites Lomasney’s restraint with contracts, influence with business leaders, and impact on Dan Whelton’s administration as evidence of his suitability for office.
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Martin
Boston
Curley
Mr. Lomasney
City Hall
Martin M. Lomasney
Adams
Bates
Lomasney
Beacon Hill
House
Senate
Dan Whelton
Collins
Mitchell
Whelton
Keep Young By Olive Tablets From Dr Edwards
An Ohio physician Dr Edwards created olive tablets a vegetable compound to cleanse the liver and bowels and restore vigor. The tablets gentle in action promote buoyancy by toning the liver and body cleansing impurities available in 10 and 25 cent boxes at druggists.
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Edwards
Ohio
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