Pope’s Health Declared Vigorous by Merry Del Val
Vatican official Merry Del Val states the pope is vigorous and in good health rebutting false reports. The origin of the rumors remains unclear to Vatican authorities.
12 Apr 1912
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1912
Page
1
Vatican official Merry Del Val states the pope is vigorous and in good health rebutting false reports. The origin of the rumors remains unclear to Vatican authorities.
A telegram misread as news of the Pope's death went from the Papal Nunciature to Spanish officials. Attache confusion over the word Papa led reporters to publish the false report, prompting condolences from King Alfonso and Cabinet members. The error was only found when the Papal Nuncio returned.
Bay City Mich April 11 delegates-at-large for Taft and Roosevelt chosen at rival conventions amid bedlam. New York Democratic delegation uninstructed bound by unit rule. Connecticut state delegates favor Taft Roosevelt. Kentucky sends taft and Roosevelt delegates with contests. Roosevelt rejects compromise while Taft denounces recall rhetoric.
State party meeting in Michigan ends with two rival slates chosen for the Chicago national convention claiming regular status. Police and National Guards present as tensions mounted during the rump Roosevelt delegates scene.
More than 10 000 fans attended the South End grounds for the season opener. A large crowd braved cold winds and cloudy skies to see Boston defeat the favored Philadelphia club, marking a strong start to the campaign.
The Boston Braves opened the season with a hard fought win as Alexander of Charlie Dooin's team was humbled. Johnnie Kling led the pep squad to a勢 lead in the National League pennant race for a day. Campbell covered centre field for Boston in strong fashion.
Reported from the Buckingham Hotel early in the morning. Major General Frederick Dent Grant reportedly died shortly after a late night alarm and a rapid medical response. The shock echoed the country after the elder Grant’s death years ago.
A bellboy searched for Dr. Abbey after Mrs. Grant cried for help saying Get an ambulance. Patrolman Malloy relayed the alarm. two physicians volunteered, an ambulance arrived within four minutes but General Ulysses S. Grant died about midnight, ending the crisis. Newsrooms chased reports as his presence sparked speculation.
A brief note highlights a top value at five cents per item, shown at multiple cigar counters. The feature emphasizes affordable pricing and availability across vendors. No further details are provided in readable text.
Prime Minister Asquith delivers a near two hour speech introducing the home rule bill titled The Government of Ireland Bill. The House of Commons reaction is historic with crowding galleries and strong interest from both sides as the debate opens.
A compact kit of Civil War era events: Fort Pillow massacre by Confederates in 1864 and the bombardment of Fort Sumter in 1861. Also notes Mantle Alabama surrender to Federal forces in 1865 and P Prior’s London to Paris flight of 251 miles in 3h 51m in 1911.
Forecast for New England calls for fair conditions on Friday and probably Saturday with light west winds becoming variable. The advisory cites Boston and surrounding areas as the likely affected locale and notes a mild, dry spell ahead.
Yesterday averaged 45 degrees with 17-2 high and 24 low readings. one year ago the average was 45 2-24. Cloudy conditions persisted on Friday a year ago with similar readings.
A terse travel note lists fare details for the Washington Sunset Route with a berth at 9 dollars and route segment figures 12 Milk and 362 Washington. The fragmentary text implies a personally conducted standard or tourist service.
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