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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1910
Page
5
Dr Frederick A Cook, the Brooklyn traveller, says he will reappear next week after a year in exile. He plans to publish details in Hampton's Magazine and concedes his North Pole claim might be insane and questions critics while defending his personal pursuit.
Arthur F. Smith of 50 Fellsway West Somerville is the latest contender for honors in a child beauty contest. At 2 years 4 months he shows chestnut hair and hazel eyes and is regarded by locals as Somerville’s prettiest child with prior wins in small baby and child contests. This is his first photograph since infancy and he isn’t sure if he likes it.
A historical confession recalls Dr. Cook denying gum drop rumors tied to Eskimos during his polar trek. He details start from Annoatok in February 1908 with 10 Eskimos and 108 dogs, describing harsh conditions, elusive sun, and a belief he reached the pole based on inner conviction and shadow observations.
The MIT musical clubs hosted a concert and dance at Copley Hall attracting over 500 attendees and 200 couples on the floor. Representatives came from Dana Hall Wellesley Simmons Smith Mgr Ida and Radcliffe colleges with matrons Mrs Richard Cockburn Maclaurin Mrs Alfred Burton Mrs Allyne Merrill and Mrs H W Gardner listed as hostesses.
Governor-elect Eugene N Foss praised Representative Joseph Walker as the likeliest man to oppose Senator Lodge. He said Walker has emerged as a progressive candidate who truly represents the people, though he did not commit to supporting him.
The speaker believes a candidate could defeat Senator Lodge for re election, rating the man as near perfect to oppose Lodge among Massachusetts public figures.
Foss declares he would support any candidate who represents real progressive views, regardless of party. He says Speaker Walker could run against Lodge if demanded by the people, and doubts Governor Draper can defeat Lodge. He calls the current moment a revival with the people bossing politics, predicting Lodge’s defeat. Macleod and Pearson witnessed the remarks. Macleod suggests ex Governor Long as a possible rival, which Foss did not comment on.
Washington December 16 Representative Champ Clark released a statement detailing his platform for Speaker of the Democratic House. He supports selecting committees by a House caucus or by the House itself and urges separate tariff schedules rather than one general tariff bill.
The Democratic members issue a call for a January nineteenth caucus of the incoming House Democrats. Mr Clarke outlines the purpose and his platform as likely Speaker, noting the caucus will form a larger Ways and Means and Rules committee.
Samuel J. Elder will speak on the instructive arbitration incidents between the United States and Great Britain. The Peace Sunday service is tomorrow evening at 6 o clock at Trinity Church.
A mention of a laxative brom oquinine product touted as a universal cold remedy. The ad cites a signature by El W. Grove and claims worldwide use. Instructions suggest a 23a cord dosage for a rapid effect.
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