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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1917
Page
4
Advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets to prevent sour rising gas and headaches after meals. It promises easy digestion of any food including pies beans and onions and offers a free trial package with coupon. A 60 cent box is recommended from any druggist.
The first Massachusetts case of failing to register under the selective draft act reached a jury. Raffaele Schiavina, 24, of 209 Summer Street Lynn, was found guilty in two minutes without leaving his seat, Judge Morton directing a verdict for the government.
Two Lynn police inspectors testified Schiavina said he opposed war and the draft act and had not registered for this reason. Assistant U S District Attorney Shea read an affidavit by Schiavina claiming exemption as an alien and Italian subject. Pettine cited Article 3 of the 1871 treaty between the United States and Italy.
Judge Morton ruled that the draft act exempts recognized religious pacifist groups only, and no provision covers personal antiwar views. The jury returned a verdict without leaving their seats. Schiavina remains on bail as final disposition awaits a pending U S Supreme Court decision.
John J. Quirk Roy L. Betts and James J. Dalton all of East Boston and Nick Powers a junk boat operator were arraigned on metal theft charges tied to losses from the United States steamer Covington formerly the Hamburg American liner Cincinnati. They pleaded not guilty and were held in 2500 each with Oct 25 and 26 set for their hearings.
The New England Surgical Dressings committee votes to become an auxiliary to the American Red Cross. Work continues at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital and a new work room opens at 236 Beacon Street to receive dressings from branches across New England.
Secretary Baker assured Waterways Commissioner McNary that Boston will receive a square deal and its port facilities will be fully considered for overseas shipments. McNary urged federal officials to use Boston, noting it is the closest large Atlantic port to Europe and currently underused, with Admiral Benson surprised by Boston’s limited government business.
The jury acquitted Gerald Walsh the elevated motorman in charge of the car that plunged into the water at the Summer Street bridge. Assistant District Attorney Gallagher, who prosecuted, shook his hand as Walsh received congratulations from supporters.
The retirement of Captain William M. Lynch, assistant superintendent of the repair shops, was announced by Mayor Curley. Lynch, in service since 1883, will receive a $1000 pension. Engineer Eugene H. Alexander of Engine 41 also retired for disability with a $750 annual pension.
About 60 members gathered in the Thorndike to celebrate the Washington Schoolboys' Association tenth annual reunion. Dependence S. Waterman, 91, attended along with officers re-elected: President Gustafus J. Esselen, Vice President Captain A. P. Calder, Secretary and Treasurer William H. Emery. The evening featured reminiscences after the vote.
The will of Charles S. Skaton of Marblehead, widow Mrs. Ella F. Bartlett Eaton, owner of Thompson's Spa, is filed for probate in Salem. The estate is valued around 500000 to 600000 dollars and includes the Newspaper Row restaurant.
The will, drawn November 9 1916, provides a life interest to Mrs Ella Eaton from a fund with the remainder to Mr Eaton's three sons Emma S Malcolm H and Charles F Eaton upon her death. It directs sale of Mr Eaton's interest in Thompson's Spa with the three sons as preferred purchasers. One tenth of the estate goes to the three sons with $5000 to Emma L Caldwell and no provision for adopted daughter Dorothy Lydia Seelye.
A Japanese product Ice-mint claims to shrivel corns and calluses, relieve soreness, and draw out inflammation. It promises no pain during use, prevents foot odors, and is marketed as a cheap, widely sold remedy endorsed by druggists.
The will of Laton G Eaton directs bequests and a trust for Ella S Eaton widow of the testator, with a life interest provided by a trusts arrangement through Old Colony Trust Company. Upon Ella's death capital to be shared by three sons Ezra S Eaton Malcolm H Eaton and Charles F Eaton, with issue by representation. Proceeds from Thompson's Spa to be sold. sons have priority to buy. Executors named Ezra S Eaton Malcolm H Eaton and Charles M Baker. Will dated November 9 1916 witnessed by Mary E Underwood Alexander Lincoln and James M Hoy.
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