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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1910
Page
7
A letter advises Blueberry to start a small chicken farm in spring. It covers beginner steps, timings like April or May, and keeping, feeding, warmth, ventilation, and smooth walls for easy whitewash. It warns against overcrowded houses and suggests keeping about 30 hens per building.
A letter from a Nova Scotia reader in Halifax mentions relatives near Truro and plans to visit next summer. The writer asks for the editor to share addresses for future correspondence and expresses hope more Nova Scotians will write to the page.
A sailor's wife writes of life at sea and invites readers to visit the navy yard. Warships open for tours on Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays with timings listed. The letter conveys happiness, faith in the Sewing Circle and daily busyness.
A reader letter questions chloroform as a remedy for the so called Anti-Cat and argues the world would be better without her. Dorothy Perkins, a mother and Sewing Circle reader, defends pets and condemns neglectful owners.
A writer argues against exterminating cats and dogs calling such people diabolical. The letter promotes animal kindness and cites the Animal Rescue League as a positive force improving animal welfare. Children should be taught to love and respect animals.
A warm greeting to Sewing Circle friends from Island Pond Vermont. The author recalls vacation moments in the Green Mountain State and the sudden beauty of a bird song that evokes mystic sadness and memories of loved ones.
The verse laments a loss and honors a beloved figure. It speaks of beauty, memory, and the hope of reunion in a "Beautiful City of Rest." A tribute to enduring love and resilience through grief. The final lines refer to Love transcending death and lighting steadfast eyes.
A reader describes disposing of two male cats with chloroform and keeping a cat for mice until a rat appeared, prompting further moralizing about cats. The note voices strong anti-cat sentiment and mentions multiple friends offering kittens, which the author rejects.
A father's unorthodox method to raise his daughter is shared. He trained her from age twelve as if she were a son, traveling with him across New England for fishing and outdoor activity. Now eighteen, she is described as wholesome in mind and body, trusted to do right under all circumstances.
A touring car owned by Taunton parties skidded on Centre street at 30 mph and turned around. It collided with a street post and broke a rear wheel, but no one was injured.
Madison Maine August 3 Mark Tibbetts 65 shot his 14 year old adopted daughter twice and then killed himself. The girl slightly wounded will recover. Tibbetts a well to do former West resident had employed the girl as housekeeper for a year despite neighbors protests. Over $1000 in bills found on Tibbetts after death.
Bernard McGinty, 55, of 214 East Street South Boston, a longtime New Haven Railway worker, was struck and killed yesterday afternoon on First Street crossing by a locomotive. He stepped onto the tracks unaware of the danger, was hurled into the air, and died at the scene. He leaves a wife and three children Pauline Basil and William. Assistant Medical Examiner Waters investigated.
A collection of home cooking guidance listing dough for pastries with strawberry fillings, corn bread, baked peaches with butter and sugar, and tomato bouquets. Recipes credited to Mrs G C Wendell of Boston, Mrs Kate Sullivan of Dorchester, Mrs Lucyler of Cambridge, and Mrs F D Page of Fitchburg.
Ipswich Bluffs outing of Beverly Republicans attracts over 90 club members. Senator H C Lodge misses the event to serve as pallbearer at Congressman Tirrell’s funeral. Only speaker was Chairman C E Hatfield who urged enlistment of young men. Trip by trolley to Ipswich and steamer Carlotta to the Bluffs.
The Canadian Club of Boston contributes $200 to the Campbellton relief fund as a gesture of sympathy. Many members hail from New Brunswick and the Maritime Provinces and follow Canadian affairs closely. Louis Tracy's Cyn thia's Chauffeur continues to captivate readers with a stronger upcoming installment next Sunday.
The piece outlines Henry Cabot Lodge’s rise from Boston to the U S Senate in 1893 succeeding Dawes, his repeated re elections, term through 1911, and roles as a leading Republican figure. It lists his education at Harvard, early editorial work, teaching, congressional service, and key policy positions. It notes his publications and affiliations, including ties with Theodore Roosevelt and residency in Nahant.
Scotland Yard denies reports that Inspector Crippen received a cablegram identifying the mutilated body found in Crippen's cellar. Mme Ginnett says the girl appeared brighter in Quebec than when seen at Crippen’s London office, while speculation about Leneye's health continues.
Mme Freda Ginnett, a close Crippen confidante, believes Crippen killed Belle Elmore in a fit of temper over a petty quarrel. She argues Ethel Leneve is innocent and that Crippen sought comfort with the London Theatrical Benefit Society associate after Belle Elmore’s death.
Mrs. Sarah Ann Hagerty a 70 year old Irish immigrant dying after mirth at sight of her son in Pawtucket. She became speechless and paralyzed following the emotional moment aboard the Allan liner Parisian and was taken to Carney Hospital for treatment.
A major Boston milk strike threat looms as prices may rise to ten cents per quart. Producers warn of a strike if demands aren’t met, amid a bitter three way clash among milk contractors producers and railroads. Judge Hitchcock denies an injunction to stop Boston and Maine from withdrawing its leased car system under the Saunders law contested by all sides.
Milk Producers' Association warns farmers will strike if price increases are not passed to consumers. Inter state Commerce Commission set to hear Saunders law impact Aug 16, with carriers raising rates under new rules. Farmers report higher transport costs and some exit dairy, while others repurpose milk. Dr William J Brickley transfer to Haymarket Relief Hospital marks a separate local medical posting.
The text notes a potential milk shortage with prices rising for consumers if shortages continue. It cites 15 000 cans daily sent to Boston and a nine month cost around 90 000 dollars. A three cornered fight among railroad, producers, and contractors is ongoing, with no farmer strike expected until the Interstate Commerce Commission decides.
In Provincetown Aug 3 George William Fairey a gunner's mate on the Connecticut Atlantic fleet lost his life while recovering a sunken torpedo in Cape Cod Bay Eight fathoms deep. Fairey signalled ok then danger and sank unconscious despite resuscitation efforts. The body was sent to his sister Mrs E R Paulling of Orangeburg South Carolina.
In Hamburg on August 3, eight thousand shipyard mechanics voted to strike the following day after shipbuilding companies rejected their demands. The walkout aims to pressure employers and halt shipyard work until an agreement is reached.
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