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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1913
Page
3
A joint appeal was issued by the State Branch A F of L and the Boston Central Labor Union calling for funds to aid the Foss strikers. The message was sent to every trade union in the state.
The Massachusetts State Branch of the American Federation of Labor and the Boston Central Labor Union call on trade unionists to aid 1500 Hyde Park strikers in their 10 week protest for living wages and better conditions. Donations are requested through G Harry Dunderdale, treasurer, 987 Washington Street, Boston. Central Labor Union and State Branch officials are listed with seals.
Congressman Gardner announces his bid for governor and a primary fight against Colonel Benton, aiming to rebuild the Republican party. Governor Foss reacts, noting Gardner’s entry and planned moves, with Gardner asserting he will stay in the race if he can secure ballot signatures.
A promotional freckle remedy from Dr. Foss is highlighted with drugstore guarantees and assurances of refunds. The long letter thread then shifts to Massachusetts politics about reciprocity with Canada and railroad links, with discussions of Governor roles, party shifts, and transportation policy.
The St Bernard terrorized Quincy Dorchester Ashmont and Milton yesterday biting two men two cows two dogs and a horse before being run down and shot. Dr Francis Abele Jr Quincy city veterinarian announced the animal suffered rabies. The dog was shot by Policeman Farrell of the Quincy force and the governor released letters from Taunton residents regarding political support.
Christopher Kenny, a Boston city employee of 49 Bearse avenue Ashmont, and David A Spiers, a street car conductor, were victims of a roaming dog that attacked people and animals across Mattapan Ashmont Dorchester Milton and Quincy. After a 12 hour manhunt, seven Quincy officers in an auto patrol cornered the dog and Policeman Farrell killed it with a rifle. Police assess damage and measure casualties as the beast was finally halted.
Colonel Everett C. Benton opened his campaign with a sharp attack on Governor Foss accusing the administration of disrespecting the flag. He pledged that if elected he would treat any misuse of the national emblem as treason and urged public hearings and political neutrality in the governor’s office.
Street department foremen petition for wage increases after years without raises. They say duties require diplomatic skills to perform effectively, and the mayor received their communication yesterday. The note is accompanied by a seal and signature from Chester H. Graves & Sons.
William McKevitt of 136 Spencer Avenue Chelsea a horse dealer surrendered himself to Inspector Alfred Douglass at police headquarters last night. McKevitt is under indictment charged with larceny in three counts. He furnished sureties and was released to appear in the Superior Court.
Evy Aug 11 Thomas Davidson of Breathitt county goes on trial for complicity in the murder of former Sheriff Ed Callahan a feud leader. Three men have been tried and sentenced to life, with fourteen others to be tried on the same charge.
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