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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1911
Page
3
The narrator recalls signing a long lease on Nov 1 last year and dreaming of a vast shop where every customer watches garments cut and made under scrutiny. He envisions a top tier wholesale woolen business, a cold water sponging plant, private dressing rooms, and all facilities a modern tailoring house should possess.
The owner announces a dream fulfilled with a lease on the Old Corner Bookstore’s upper floors at School and Washington Streets. Amid a city downturn, business has nearly doubled and plans to offer clothing at striking discounts, displaying high end woolens at $9.00.
Washington reports the majority W and M committee favored the farmers free list bill. The measure would cut tariff revenue by about 10 million, arguing gains to consumers and agri producers outweigh losses, with emphasis on removing duties on meats, grains, leather, and cereal foods to lower living costs.
Representative Berger of the Socialist party calls for Congress to authorize a constitutional convention and proposes an amendment granting that power. He decries the Constitution as antiquated and hindering modern public life, likening it to clothing of childhood.
The tariff board in Washington reports a supplementary investigation on the wood pulp and paper schedule of the Payne Aldrich tariff law. It is expected to be sent to Congress within two weeks before shifting to the cotton and wool inquiry, with a report due in December.
Several Boston school physicians notify the Board of Health they will quit despite proposed raises from 200 to 500 dollars a year. About 25 percent of the staff may resign as new regulations demand full day hours and substantial outside work.
Medford High School crushed Everett High 12 to 1 in the Suburban League opener at Everett. Fahey dominated on the mound with 18 strikeouts and five scattered hits as the Medford lineup produced in key moments. Cosgrove, Twombly, Fahey and others contributed multiple runs, while Monroe allowed five walks and Fahey struck out 18. Attendance logged at 1590.
Kid Murphy of New York quits in the eighth round of a scheduled 12 round match with Al Delmont at the New Bedford Athletic Club. Delmont dominated the contest though Murphy showed spurts of resistance before sitting down in the ring.
Brighton High beat Wellesley High 6 to 3 in Wellesley. Brighton broke through with two runs in the second, singles in the fourth and fifth, and two more in the eighth. MacDonald and Donovan pitched for Brighton while Sullivan and Hatfield worked for Wellesley.
At the Massachusetts State Council annual banquet, Rev P J Supple urged Catholics to organize and join in defense against Socialism and Anarchism. Archbishop O Connell’s representative defended church science and noted Catholic clergy among historic scientists. Mayor Fitzgerald highlighted Catholic universities and courts, while Rev Gilbert Higgins called the Knights to lead in civic actions and defend the church.
About 500 members attended the Somerset banquet led by State deputy William J. O'Brien. Speakers included Father Supple, Rev. Matthew C. Gleeson, James A. Flaherty, Andrew J. Shipman, James J. Walsh, Gis D., Mayor John F. Fitzgerald, and Gilbert Higgins. Supple praised growing membership and urged unity of Catholic forces to combat socialism and anarchism. Gleeson noted progress from a world cruise, highlighting Catholicism’s advance.
Woburn High School beat Wakefield 8 to 7 on Wakefield Common in their first Middlesex league game. Star Wakefield pitcher Wreddy McKie pitched well but lacked support while Moore homered for Wakefield in the fifth. Batteries for Woburn were Mulernan Donovan and Meehan, for Wakefield F MecKie and W McKie.
Melrose High School defeated Lynn English High 7 to 1 yesterday morning at Pine Banks Park. Pitcher Rube Cram went six innings allowing two singles, with Crowell closing and Lynn’s only hit. Winsip and Wanamaker starred for Melrose. batteries Cram Cole Curran for Melrose and Foss Cushman for Lynn.
An advertisement touts Adamson's Cough Balm as a near cure for most colds claiming a single bottle suffices for relief. The copy emphasizes broad effectiveness and convenience.
James Kenney 47 of 4 Greenwood Street Malden was arrested yesterday for assault with a dangerous weapon after allegedly shooting neighbor John A. McDonald 61 of 6 Greenwood Street. McDonald was wounded in the left leg and is at home. Kenney will appear in Malden Court this morning. The dispute centers on a peach tree near the boundary line and a fence between the properties. McDonald says he cut a branch after Kenney tried to take it. Kenney reportedly fired three times then hid in his house. Previous related incident involved Edward MacDonald fined for assault on Kenney in 1909. The tree sits inside a fence built by the former owners. McDonald claims the tree is his after a recent survey put it on his lot.
The clever A. Duffy of Boston earned a decision over Jack Leonard of Philadelphia in a ten round match at the Rhode Island Athletic Club. Duffy evaded Leonard's swings and landed timely blows, outclassing him from start to finish.
More than 350 Epworth Leaguers from Boston district gathered for the 22nd annual convention at St. John's M E Church Dorchester pastors and lay leaders led morning sermons and afternoon speeches. Tours visited Dorchester Heights Castle Island and Perkins Institution for the Blind before an evening banquet and closing devotions.
Mrs Ida Kramer 67 of 38 Newton Street Malden died suddenly yesterday afternoon while visiting the home of her son in law at 2 Albion Street before a doctor could arrive.
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