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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1914
Page
6
The next Sunday Post Magazine promises a gripping Sherlock Holmes serial with mystery and suspense, inviting readers to follow a fresh adventure as it unfolds.
A clothier argues buyers undervalue quality with prices under 15 dollars for fall suits and overcoats. The firm states it makes garments to sell as low as 18 dollars but rejects lower value, recommending 25 dollars as a true economy and quality choice.
Scientists warn tooth decay is a serious problem and in nine of ten cases caused by acid mouth. Readers are urged to learn if they have acid mouth and take action to prevent tooth loss.
Pebeco counteracts acid mouth while cleaning and whitening teeth. Use Pebeco for morning and night brushing as protection against decay. Manufactured by Lehn & Fink New York with Canadian office in Montreal.
Abridge of beauty tonics promotes caxolite face bath for toning tightening and reducing wrinkles and sagging. Mercorized wax touted as a new facial beautifier absorbing sallows and blotches to reveal healthier skin with nightly use.
A newspaper ad argues that many neglect eye care while whitening teeth, promoting Dr. Isaac Thompson’s Eye Water. It claims a 25 cent bottle provides surprising benefits and offers a booklet free, with orders via local druggists or by mail to Troy New York.
Boston delegates from the American Association of Passenger and Ticket Agents meet at the Copley Plaza Hotel to discuss transportation improvements. Mayor Curley urged input on Boston’s system. Interstate Commerce Commission member E. E. Clark and New Haven’s Howard Elliott will address topics like passenger service and railroad traffic.
Officers of the German Alliance in Manchester New Hampshire say funds raised by special committees will allow sending at least 3000 dollars to Germany this week as aid in its hour of need.
Rumors of peace negotiations resurfaced in New York's financial district as allies reportedly achieved further gains. Influential circles doubt any proposals will be considered before a decisive battle.
The exchange market broadens with London rates up slightly and reichsmark bills via Copenhagen. Francs move for Paris, pesetas show demand, and municipalities file short term note loan applications. Comptroller seeks Sept 12 bank condition reports, signaling likely reserve shortfalls in the region. Republic Iron and Steel suspends preferred dividend due to wartime finances.
The article notes renewed attention to the industry and dividend status as mills operate at about 60 percent capacity with potential cuts to 50 percent by October. It cites Mexico where the government now controls the National Railways, overriding bondholder interests. London reports protest on war news and fixes securities prices to align with the market.
A Blandford fire that destroyed S. A. Andersons home in Westfield led to about 700 dollars in back taxes burning with the house. The money was in a box the collector had retrieved from delinquent taxpayers and overlooked during the blaze.
The Next Sunday Post Magazine presents a great Sherlock Holmes serial featuring Conan Doyle. The installment highlights Doyle's signature sleuthing and brisk plot twists expected to captivate readers.
George Gomes of Pleasant Lake picked 36 barrels of cranberries in eight hours using a wooden 22 tooth scoop, breaking the Cape Cod record. The prior mark belonged to Joseph Lopes with 14 barrels in eight hours. Gomes totaled 3510 quarts, or 438 quarts per hour, earning the title cranberry picker champion of the Cape. Three barrels is the average daily output.
Francis H. McGlone of Lowell was discharged yesterday by United States Commissioner Hayes after being charged with passing a counterfeit quarter in Roxbury. The court ruled McGlone did not know the coin was counterfeit.
Superintendent Clark reports Somerville public schools house 12 654 students, up from 12 278 last year. High schools total 1 837 students, vs 1 820 previously, with crowding in the first grades noted.
Inward bound cars from the Dorchester district were blocked yesterday afternoon around 5 o'clock by a cart loaded with paving blocks breaking down opposite the Edison plant on Massachusetts Avenue near Edward Everett Square.
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