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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1916
Page
1
Brotherhood leaders agree to call off the strike once the Adamson bill becomes law as House and Senate leaders pledge rapid passage. The bill envisions an eight hour workday with no pay reduction for railroad workers, aiming to settle the dispute by Saturday.
In Lewiston Maine on August 31 Colonel Roosevelt hurled a jab at President Wilson using the term fu gelman. Reporters asked for its meaning and learned from the dictionary that a plug men is defined as a well drilled front line man advanced in time in training.
In Lewiston Maine on August 31 Roosevelt delivered a pointed critique of the Wilson administration. He condemned the President’s neutrality in the European war, likening it to Pontius Pilate’s indecision and urging stronger action and leadership in the national campaign.
A historical remark describes a brutal political moment directed at the American press, noting the event as defining in U S media history and promising to endure in the annals.
Mexican authorities in Paso, Texas report arrest of Hipolito Villa, brother of Pancho Villa, as a key capture following a raid described as the most significant since the Columbus operation.
London reports two main factors shaping the war outlook the Balkans and Greece. Austrian forces in Transylvania fall back to a second line as Romanian troops press them, while Serbia defeats Bulgaria with heavy casualties. Russia pours into Dobrudja and Romania eyes an invasion of Transylvania. Germany moves troops to back Austria. Greece may soon join the Entente.
Severe fighting across the Macedonian front as Bulgarian regiments endure a harsh setback on the Entente left flank. Estimated Bulgarian losses reach 15,000, reportedly executed under the command of Crown Prince Alexander of Serbia.
Three members of Company L Lowell Ninth Massachusetts were knocked unconscious and a fourth deaf when struck by lightning during a storm near Canutillo Texas. Private John Mattos was deafened and later began regaining hearing. Private Walter Bruce Private Fred Siegal and Corporal Thomas McDonald were also struck about 10 30 p m and treated by local physicians and comrades for hours.
Frank Ebert aged 54 of 29 Circuit Street Melrose died after falling from a staging while painting a house on Wyoming Avenue near Waverley Place Melrose yesterday afternoon. He sustained a broken neck and died at the scene.
Four persons sought as witnesses in a New York vice probe were rounded up by New York and Boston officers led by District Attorney James E. Smith in a raid on 43 Dwight Street South End. Joseph Schick, 37, of 92 Second Avenue New York a broker in girls and named by police as a major white slaver was among those detained.
Mrs. Morris Borenstein of New York Mrs Garrick and another unnamed woman were returned to New York after police raid led by District Attorney Smith and Sergeant William Carey. Sixteen people including Boston sportsmen were found in a three story brick house where occupants fled amid a strong police surround. Borenstein wore diamonds valued at 2000 dollars. Smith planned further raids in eastern cities.
National League games include Pittsburg 3 Boston 2 in eight innings. Chicago 8 St Louis 1. American League results show St Louis 2 Boston 1 and Chicago 7 Philadelphia 1. Detroit 7 New York 3. Washington 5 Cleveland 2. Eastern League games feature Springfield 6 Lynn 5 and Bridgeport 4 Portland 1, Lawrence 5 Hartford 3.
The Public Service Commission refused six cent fares for Bay State street railway in Boston and 14 other cities citing mismanagement and deteriorating lines. It urged suspension of common stock dividends until earnings rehabilitate equipment and urged possible higher rural fares while denying increases in large, densely populated communities.
President Sullivan told a Post reporter that Bay State will reduce transfer privileges and shorten travel distances after the commission's adverse decision. Bay State management offered lower wages to motormen and conductors in response to demands for about 20 percent raises, following the commission order denying six cent fares.
Ford Motor Company reported a profit of 59,994,118 in the year ending July 31, with over 508,000 cars manufactured and a gross business of 206,867,347.68. Cash in bank stood at 52,530,771 as 74 percent of 49,870 employees shared in profits, including 36,626 earning 5 dollars a day or more.
Henry Ford lauds a banner year and a profit sharing plan that raised wages and employment. He notes a $60 million profit with 74 percent of workers benefiting, while dividends reach 60 percent on $2 million capitalization. He aims to expand the program to more workers and reinvest profits to grow the business.
An advertisement extols Fors ford's Acid Phosphate as refreshing and highly beneficial for health. It promotes the product as a vitalizing drink suitable for summer use, highlighting its health advantages and appealing qualities.
Kansas City reports the Grand Army of the Republic will hold its 1917 encampment in Boston after a business session at Convention Hall The vote selected Boston over Portland Oregon and Houston Texas in the contest among Civil War veterans attending the reunion
Veterans adopted resolutions urging Congress to act on pension bills. A new national commander-in-chief will be elected tomorrow. The Dog watch of the National Association of Naval Veterans met at Convention Hall with hundreds of Civil War veterans. Auxiliary sessions occurred. Mrs. Ida K. Martin of Minneapolis was elected president of the Woman's Relief Corps. William T. Church of Chicago was named commander-in-chief of the Sons of Veterans with Edward L. Braves of Bridgeport Conn as senior vice commander and L. H. Roberts of Kansas City as junior vice-commander. The Sons of Veterans auxiliary chose Mrs. M F Clothier of Rock Island Ill as national president.
President Garretson of the Brotherhood of Railroad Conductors says delaying the strike would betray years of trust. Congress moves to enact the Adamson bill providing an eight hour day with pay on a 10 hour basis and pro‑rate overtime, as Senate debate begins.
Weather note from Washington August 31: forecast for New England calls for generally fair conditions Friday and Saturday. Light west to southwest winds, temperatures steady with little change.
West End boy files suit to claim a $237000 bequest left by a wealthy Los Angeles woman who helped him through high school. The woman provided support during his education and the fight centers on the will and intended distribution.
Harry Shatz an 18-year-old of 24 Barton street West End alleged he has inherited $237 000 from Mrs Herman L Roberts a wealthy Los Angeles woman who died recently in Salt Lake City.
Shatz testifies that Mrs. Roberts befriended him as a poor second year English High student and sent money at intervals to finish his schooling. He recalls meeting her during a visit when his arm was paralyzed, noting her interest due to his poverty and ambition. He cites possible Los Angeles residence and a wealthy broker husband, plus a Brookline-relative, but lacks precise details on her Boston stays. He expects a will contest over unprovided relatives and plans to seek counsel.
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