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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1914
Page
11
A weary man in Taunton explores a sunbaked road and forest with a child’s footprint guiding a chase. He recalls a past crime and contemplates freedom as a posse closes in, surrendered by a single line about a soft spot that held him back.
A minister jokes with an elderly gardener named John about age and a future plant. John replies that if he lives until the first of next month he will have an octogeranium.
The Boston Post's Sewing Circle section invites readers to share home life issues and domestic problems. Letters discuss interfaith marriage, family opposition, child rearing, and advice for relationships with courteous, supportive responses from readers.
The poem argues beauty lies not in external things but in the perceiving heart. It contrasts sight and listening, claiming the true music and beauty come from inner vision and love rather than outward forms or sounds.
A folk song festival in Symphony Hall directed by Mme E Azalla Hackley featured R Nathaniel Dett and Clarence Cameron White with a large mixed chorus. Dett received praise for Listen to the Lambs and piano suites while White impressed on violin. the chorus was lauded for strong execution after a month of rehearsal. The event, though well rendered, drew light attendance and inspired further culturally focused concerts by colored musicians.
Gaetano Buccheri, 33, of 287 Hanover Street in the North End, was arrested last night on a murder charge in the death of Cugno Santo, 26, who shared the same address. Police report the death stemmed from an assault.
In the Copley Plaza ballroom during the annual Animal Rescue League fair a palm reader surprised friends by recounting past events and predicting future happenings based on their hands.
Mrs Arthur Frederick Powers, a young society matron, drew praise as a professional fortune teller at yesterday's humane fair. The event, part of a drive to fund humane work for animals, has already raised over $3000, with a $4000 goal expected to be surpassed by tonight's cabaret and dance finale.
In a domestic dispute Buccheri allegedly grew violent and hurled a milk bottle at Santo striking him. After the fracas Buccheri left and Santo fell ill later dying. Doctors Morrelli and Bume from Hanover Street declared Santo dead.
Miss Ethyl Pauline Lawrence daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Edward Lawrence of Medford married Bradford Leander Beal son of Mr and Mrs Herman Beal of Allston in the Hotel Somerset ballroom. Rev Charles R Fulton officiated. Reception and dancing followed. They plan a honeymoon to the White Mountains and Canada and will live at 1726 Commonwealth Avenue Boston.
Washington dispatch states Sir Cecil Spring-Rice relayed a Mexican capital report from Charge Hohler saying good order prevails in Mexico City. General Zapata is not present, represented by an officer, and no executions occurred except for crimes against good order. Consul Canada asked the State Department today.
The poem portrays Mary the milkmaid singing softly as a man in the lane grows flushed and responsive. Richard the keeper whistles clearly, prompting Mary to press a hand to her heart while the melody swells and draws them closer in a tender, breathless moment.
A U S soldier, Private Caine of Troop B, Ninth Cavalry, was struck in the head amid shelling by Carranza forces. Four Mexican children were wounded, raising American casualties to 41 from stray bullets as Villa forces extend trenches near Naco. A shell hit the nearby U S customs house. Transportation between Mexico City and Vera Cruz remains uncertain for travelers.
A United States soldier was probably fatally wounded in Naco Sonora when a shot from the Mexican side during the siege struck him. The incident occurred on November 30 as cross border fighting continued.
A regional ad touts Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy as a rapid relief for stomach, liver, and bowel ailments. Testimonials from Mrs. S. E. Johnson of Hartford and Mrs. Clare Shaw of Norwood claim quick benefits and life improvement after taking a single dose. The remedy is sold locally by Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores and other druggists.
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