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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1911
Page
9
Clare Victor Dwiggins presents a vintage comic strip moment about a boy and girl near a swimming hole. The playful memory recalls splashes, pushes, a raft, and a stone throw amid local mischief and childhood games. The scene centers on memory and友 playful roughhousing.
Providence April 10. Frank J. Reade, an orphan raised in charitable and State institutions, is alleged to have robbed the body of a dead man in New York, the report states.
Mrs Mae Martyn cites spurmax lotion as a near fountain of youth its beauty value is inexpensive. The method uses four ounces spurmax hot water half pint and two teaspoons glycerine to create a facial treatment that smooths tones and reduces oiliness, rivaling powders and cosmetics.
A male youth believed to have no relatives spent most of his life in correctional institutions. Described as a "bad boy," he entered the Rhode Island Catholic Orphan Asylum as a infant, later resided at Working Boys' Home and Lockano-set State School for Boys, and left Sockanesset School three years ago after failed adoption efforts.
Hudson April 10 The strike at C M Bretts shoe factory ended with workers returning to work including cutters and lasters. The related walkout at F Brigham and Gregory over union recognition continues with about 150 of 350 workers at work and 22 strikers under injunction.
Middlefield, Conn. April 10 Miss Lucretia Rockwell aged 65 town librarian and Orrin Scott aged 70 of Hamden were married at the Methodist Episcopal Church last evening. Mr. Scott was Miss Rockwell's girlhood sweetheart but only recently did she consent to become his wife. The couple will make their home here.
War Time Post from the Boston Post recalls Civil War era tensions as crisis loomed. Excerpts highlight daily life, political tensions, and public sentiment during the near crisis of 1861.
Fifty years ago April 11 1861 General Beauregard demanded Fort Sumter surrender from Major Anderson in Charleston. Exchange of messages showed honor and tensions rising. The request led to Beauregard’s deadline and the April 12 bombardment.
Despatches from April 11 1861 detail a possible attack at Charleston Fort Sumter. U S forces aim to reinforce by small boats protected by sandbags, as Beauregard announces evacuation demands. Confederate troops guard the Battery and surrounding shores with thousands on alert as battles loom.
Lincoln asserts knowledge of a planned assault on Washington and asks governors to mobilize militia for instant emergency. An Ohio Democrat pledges unwavering support to defend Fort Sumter if needed. President discusses response with visitors.
He said decisive credits could not be sought before week’s end and warned that any attempt to fire on an unarmed supply ship to feed starving soldiers would be met with firm response.
Troops march through streets as an order calls out the district militia. Several hundred men muster for defense duties guarding public buildings. Governor Curtin to order Pennsylvania volunteers if danger signals rise at the capital.
Confederate War Department receives thousands of requests from regiments battalions and companies seeking service. Over seven thousand come from border states and 2000 from Indiana eager to cooperate. Large numbers of companies arrive daily at Charleston Savannah and Pensacola.
Tomorrow April 12 marks the Fort Sumter bombardment anniversary. The Post will reproduce, by photo-engravure, the battle story exactly as it appeared in the paper’s files from fifty years ago.
Charles Alf Williams aged 51, assistant managing editor of the Seattle Times, died from injuries from the Minneapolis Tribune fire of November 30, 1889. As Tribune editor he led panicked workers to safety, enduring burns that left him an invalid yet mentally sharp. His heroism saved eight lives and inspired rescue efforts by Williams and his brother.
Jeanne Gerville-Reache, renowned contralto, will perform with the Boston Opera Company next season under exchange with Chicago Opera. She previously debuted in 1908 and is famed for roles such as Queen in Pelleas et Melisande Clytemnestra in Elektra Dalilah in Samson et Dalilah and La Navarraise in Massenet.
The Aborn Opera Company opened a third week with Lucia, featuring Edith Helena as Lucia and Lila Robeson as Alice. Carlo Nicosia debuting as conductor led Donizetti's score with vigor. the cast also included Domenico Russo and Harry Luckstone. The sextet scene drew loud applause and the audience enjoyed a large, warm turnout for the performance.
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