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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1911
Page
6
George T. Rendle, Boston bridge builder, begins a search for Victoria Rendle missing from Bideford, P. E. I. forty years ago. If found or legally declared dead, the estate valued over one million dollars will be distributed to legal heirs.
Boston and East Boston family heirs search for Victoria Rendle, heiress linked to Devonshire real estate and English money, with estates in chancery awaiting the finding or death determination. George Rendle leads newspaper ads after years of pursuit, while William and James Rendle oversee the case from Boston.
Officers elected by the Boston Central Labor Union include William H. O'Brien as president and various shop workers in key posts. Delegates condemned Crocker case lawyers who seek change of venue citing inability to obtain an impartial trial in Suffolk County.
Dominic F. Spellman was chosen as business agent by Bill Posters and Billers' Union 17. Elected without opposition were President A. Thomas Noonan, vice-president O. W. Kieve naar, secretary-treasurer George J. Hackett, corresponding secretary John E. Lyons, recording secretary Daniel F. Messing, trustees Frank Johnson John Hines Richard Armstrong, sergeant-at-arms James Cleary, executive board Amos B. Christie Richard Armstrong John Jones Thomas Brown John Bennett. The Boot and Shoe Workers' Union label was endorsed and members urged to buy shoes bearing it.
Delegates at the quarterly convention of District Assembly 30 of the Knights of Labor renewed a demand that all foodstuffs be placed on the free list. The meeting was held at Clyde Hall yesterday.
Delegates urged that beef pork lamb and all cattle products join the free list rather than only live cattle. They warned the plan would boost Chicago and Kansas City beef magnates by letting fattened cattle be raised in Canada and imported free, keeping consumer prices high. The convention urged all foods on the free list if the treaty aims to cut living costs and cautioned the plan is temporary amid expected US annexation via migration.
At the second quarterly convention of District Assembly No. 30 K of L in Boston the body voted to take a more active interest in labor matters before the Legislature. A legislative committee will be formed next year and the assembly endorsed a factory inspection bill now under review by the joint committee on labor and public health. Delegates totaled 125 from transportation assemblies with 95 responding to the roll call. District Master Workman Alexander Ryan presided, and Michael O'Meara reported harmony between transportation handlers and employers. The third quarterly convention is set for Sunday afternoon, July 16.
The Boston Central Labor Union delegates condemn claims that Suffolk county cannot ensure fair juries due to wage earners. They oppose biennial elections as reducing direct democracy and urge laborers to push for better labeling on purchased goods. Fred J. Kneeland installed officers. James Cox addressed union members on procurement labeling.
John Weaver Sherman of the State Branch A F of L legislative committee says the eight hour bill is safe and constitutional. He dismisses rumors Foss would veto and notes pre election pledge to sign if presented.
Four applicants were admitted with an initiation fee of 50 dollars to Boston Moving Picture Operators Union 182 of the I. T. S. E. A committee including William A. O'Donnell Walter Foster Harry Rosendorf and James Burke will arrange a concert at the Columbia Theatre within four weeks. Local meetings shift to 724 Washington Street with Wednesday night sessions at 11 o clock and the third Sunday afternoon meetings continuing. J E Nutter reports strong lodge activity across the mid South and West as many members work in the moving picture field.
John F. Welch of the Sign Writers' Union says a win on fair working rules and wages is expected within a week. The union reports J. E. Teeling Company of Sudbury Street and Foster Crafts Sign Company signed the 1911 working agreement. Eight men remain on strike, with 46 on strike at five large shops to push renewal of the old terms. A conference with three large firms was requested for Saturday, likely this week. The union plans a special meeting tonight at 724 Washington Street.
The Theatrical Stage Employees union announces a members’ entertainment event tomorrow night at 694 Washington Street. Members are invited to attend the show and enjoy the evening with colleagues and performances.
Boston based 8000 freight handlers affiliated with the A F of L and the organized bodies met at Wells Memorial building to push railroads serving the port for a wage increase. They seek to cover the gap between last year’s pay and their current requests, arguing for a scale aligned with the high cost of living and wages in organized labor markets.
Edward J. Ryan, member of the international executive board, reported to Boston Blacksmiths Union on craft conditions nationwide. A special committee assessed the navy yard situation as not favorable but hopeful conference results expected. Ryan was directed to attend a Washington conference with other trades to discuss jurisdictional craft outlines.
Lynn April 16 Medical Examiner Joseph G Pinkham conducted an autopsy on C Archer Prest 24 of 656 Sachem Street who died Saturday night at Lynn Hospital with natural causes after a brief illness Police were notified and doctors suspected concussion of the brain. Prest had a scarlet fever history physicians said. The body was moved to Donovan's undertaking rooms.
Josenah F. Ryan, son of Captain Nicholas J. Ryan, married Miss Alice Burke yesterday afternoon at the parochial residence with Rev. Father Fitzgerald officiating. Best man James Ryan and bridesmaid Theresa O'Brien attended the ceremony. the bride wore silk and velvet with bride roses while the bridesmaid wore light brown silk and carried calla lilies.
Cambridge marks 60 years since the first company left on Lincoln's call with a military parade banquet and dance. Veterans led by Captain John Kinnear will review at City Hall as 1000 students sing and gold badges are awarded by John H. Gilman. Memorial Hall hosts a 700-guest banquet while the State Armory serves another meal to marching units. Parade begins at 5 o'clock.
The Handel and Haydn Society presented The Creation for the 70th time at Symphony Hall led by Emil Mollenhauer. Soloists Grace Bonner Williams Reed Miller Frederick Martin and H G Tucker delivered performances with mixed precision and energy as Williams impressed in Verdure Clad and recitative Let the waters bring forth abundantly, Miller’s tone sharpened though some phrases lagged, and Martin’s bass offered rich power while delivering Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind with dramatic emphasis.
A Malden fire department reorganization took effect after an investigation into the Converse Rubber Shoe Company fire. Captain William E. Coombs is named assistant chief to ensure clear leadership in the chief’s absence, replacing the former balance of authority among three captains. John Goddin becomes driver, taking over from Frank Gearon.
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