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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1911
Page
7
Albany N Y Dec 4 The removal of Dr Alvah H Doty health officer of the port of New York is recommended in a report to Governor Dix by Charles N Bulger appointed to investigate office affairs The finding urges action against the official tied to port health duties and oversight.
The report criticizes the State quarantine system for incompetence and neglect. It cites improper retention of Fred B. Sutherland who as secretary embezzled 2020 of the State's money from quarantine fees before December 1910. It also accuses officials of allowing deputies to accept dutiable merchandise from steamers landed at the quarantine station without U S customs knowledge.
Nine men were yesterday confirmed in their appointment as court officers in the new second session of the Superior Criminal Court. Promoted from day men to regular force are Peter Reinstein Edward C Wilson and Patrick J Donnelly. Other appointees include Thomas Cullinney Jeremiah McCarthy James M Lane Daniel Thompson George W Dexter and James W Webber.
A cleaning of the system with a corn remedy uses a desert spoon of Blue Seal and figs Senna as a family laxative. It claims natural, strengthening action that warms and tones internal organs without weakening them. Benefits all ages, urging purchase of genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product with the name printed on the front.
James F. Reynolds announces his mayoral candidacy in Somerville with Democratic and Citizens' party nominations. He pledges a first class business administration, tax reform, industrial growth, minority representation on boards, and a review of the assessing department. He criticizes current policy on industry and calls for greater public confidence.
Nelson died at Frost Hospital after a fatal crash at the Eastern avenue crossing. Connelly was taken home to East Boston. Gates had been down, traffic delayed, and a backing locomotive struck the wagons as pedestrians and teams crossed. Gate tender McCarthy of 66 Crescent avenue Chelsea said he raised the gates after a freight train passed but did not hear the shifter engine. The area near Revere Rubber Co and factories is repeatedly called dangerous with many near misses during peak homeward hours.
John Nelson aged 35 of 71 Spencer Avenue Chelsea died last night at Frost Hospital after a collision at the Boston & Maine grade crossing on Eastern Avenue Mill Hill Chelsea. Two teams traveling opposite directions were struck by a shifting locomotive of the railroad company, one team driven by Nelson and the other by J I Connelly of Austin & Gove & Co East Boston.
James F Reynolds outlines plans if elected mayor including improved fire and police efficiency, new playgrounds for children, portable bath houses for public bathing facilities, fire escapes for schools, and an economical administration. He urges progress and refusal of personal influence. Somerville December 4.
A man 45 of 35 Chelsea Street East Boston sustained a skull fracture while another, Connelly, escaped with cuts bruises and a severe shaking up after the incident.
The marriage of Miss Elizabeth Cheney and Carl Frederick Kaufmann of Lasel Switzerland was held at 32 Marlborough Street Boston in a family ceremony officiated by Rev Paul Revere Frothingham. Attendants included Mr and Mrs B P Cheney Jr and other relatives. The couple plans a brief tour then winter in Boston before proceeding to the Riviera.
An advertisement notes Eimer and Amend offer New York 2851 for rheumatism relief and mentions Metcalf Co in Boston as a carrying outlet.
Word that J Pierpont Morgan is staying at the Hotel Victoria in Back Bay triggers a flood of painters and dealers. Artists parade samples in the lobby as rumors spread. Morgan cautions that the oil market at the hotel is currently weak.
Thursday evening will be the big night for Local 628 K of L New York New Haven Freight Handlers and friends. The annual ball will be held at Odd Fellows Hall Berkeley and Tremont streets and is expected to be a major success. Proceeds support the sick and death benefit fund with substantial annual returns. The event is directed by Floor Master Patrick Croxe Assistant Master John R Dalton and a large corps of assistants.
Just before the Senate session began Vice President Sherman learned of the death of his mother-in-law Mrs Babcock in Utica New York. Mrs Lewis Hamilton Babcock mother of Mrs James S Sherman wife of the Vice President was 72 and a descendant of an old New York family.
Washington December 4 Senator Borah of Idaho is being strongly considered for the Supreme Court vacancy.
Police arrest four young men suspected of a porch climbing gang operating in Roxbury Dorchester Jamaica Plain Watertown Haverhill and Lynn. Raid on a South End lodging house and pawn shops yields about 1000 dollars worth of clothing jewelry and valuables recovered.
Four men identified as Frank Daniels Archibald Deis James F Brown and John H Boston claim West origins. They were about 30 and well dressed. Suitcases stolen from Contractor T Kelley Watertown home were found in their rooms along with Mrs Kelley’s bridal dress and valuables. A loaded club jimmy panel saw false keys and ether drug mix were found in a dress case. Bronze clock and fur coat were recovered. Police say they captured one of the cleverest second story gangs brought to headquarters for years.
Philadelphia December 4 federal officials raided Chinatown on Race street between Ninth and Tenth streets and seized more than $8000 worth of unstamped opium. E R Norwood led the operation with many houses entered. Six prisoners released for lack of evidence, others held on $600 bail each.
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