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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1914
Page
7
Governor Walsh learned yesterday his chauffeur Rolf L. Christiansen married Thelma Phillips of Belmont in a Nashua New Hampshire Methodist parsonage. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M R Bartlett.
As children they attended grammar and high school in Lexington and grew up close friends. They planned to marry in Nashua after Miss Philips moved to Belmont and lived with Miss Florence Simm at 35 Marlboro Street. The Governor's injury left Christiansen with little work, so they left Tuesday afternoon without anyone knowing.
Charles Hubbard Johnson cashier of the Boston Consolidated Gas Company and one of its oldest workers was elected by the profit sharers as a member of the board. The selection honors his long service as it nears sixty two years with the firm.
Mayor Curley announced support for ex Congressman John A. Keliher in the Democratic nomination race for the tenth district. The endorsement elevates Keliher's bid as the party seeks a strong applicant for the seat.
The Mayor denies plans to punish city workers over Kelcher support and says he will not feud with Martin Lomasney. He notes Keliher’s past Congress service could help Boston, while indicating unity may suffice to secure Kelcher’s election without open conflict.
Lowell, Sept 10. John Connors Jr., 18, a messenger for the Boston and Maine Railroad, was fatally injured late this afternoon when struck by a passenger train entering the depot shed as he walked from home to work.
London reports the morning post correspondent notes the Germans struggle in thick forests including Compiegne Chantilly and Senlis where dense cover yields ground suited to infantry with bayonets but unsuitable for German long range artillery and fast cavalry supported by motorized troops. It describes a shift to closer combat.
The report notes a British strategic retreat after Compiègne, then a strong British-led counter south of Senlis. German forces unite from the Belgian frontier toward La Ferte-Sous-Jouarre and Sezanne, while Verdun fronts show German reluctance to attack Paris. British actions at Chantilly Forest are highlighted, with heavy German losses and few prisoners taken to Paris.
At Long Wharf crowds cheered as the Tivives, part of United Fruit’s fleet, became the first ship to transfer to the American flag under the new registry act yesterday. The ceremony marked a milestone for maritime national registry.
Shortly after 1 yesterday afternoon a vessel left its berth with a new American flag at the stern. A two gun salute marked the departure. The old ship’s register must be delivered to the British consul for transfer. Other company vessels in Boston service include the Carrillo and Sixaola. The Tivives, commanded by Captain McKay, carried a large cargo and passengers including Mrs. C. C. Pince and Miss K. B. Pince of Havana, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Pullen of Bangor, James H. Burke of San Jose, John I. Maxson and son of Boston, and Mrs. B. B. Woodworth of Boston.
The Glenegil reports rescuing Oceanic crew off Scotland and transferring them to another ship. An attempt to refloat the steamer failed as the hull broke in halves after striking a rock. Britain lists casualties through Sept 7: officers 10 killed, 63 wounded, 61 missing. men 61 killed, 510 wounded, 2883 missing.
Assistant Attorney General Thomas P. Riley issues a statement defending Representative Peter F. Tague, a 10th district Congressional candidate, from charges of accepting compensation for Democratic State committee work. Riley lauds Tague for unselfish campaign efforts, organizing help, and Speaker of the House support, citing Governor Walsh's praise.
Copenhagen despatch reports the Fifth and Sixth Bavarian lists and the Fifth Saxon list naming two officers and 66 men killed, three officers and 201 men wounded, and 117 missing. Prince Friedrich of Hesse is seriously wounded in France and Colonel Ernst Moritz von Arendt is dead.
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