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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1908
Page
3
Two hundred sworn sailors stood in formation at Charlestown Navy Yard and endorsed their captain's account of the cruiser Yankee disaster with unwavering silence. The captain's report was read to the men before a naval court of inquiry began its sessions, and no criticisms or complaints emerged.
Captain Marsh testifies about the Hen and Chickens Shoal disaster near Buzzards Bay on Sept 23 as the Yankee sidestepped a collision with a passenger liner. The board led by Captain Winslow hears testimony from Marsh and crewmembers amid fog and mischarted soundings.
In Wall Street banking circles a Paris financial weekly exposed a letter from Senator Henry M. Teller to Moreton Frewen. The Aldrich commission reportedly weighs a plan to issue silver secured circulating notes if the Governor of India cooperates, but bankers inquiries show the full commission did not sanction the negotiations.
In Ames Memorial Hall Salem on December 21 Rose Pastor Stokes, wife of J Phelps Stokes, argued new socialistic ideas arguing Rockefeller and Carnegie are not to blame. She stressed environment shapes the man and called for community ownership of trusts rather than busting them, criticizing Roosevelt and predicting the Democratic Party’s decline as the middle class thins.
Letters to the editor reflect on two recent deaths, a Connecticut boy and a Waltham man, who died attempting to free dogs from railroad tracks. Readers question whether a human may risk life for animals and condemn vivisection while urging humane care.
Six year old George C Gould reappears in Waltham after spending the night in the woods while wandering toward his aunts home on Brown street He slept in a wooden shed with an old coat wrapped around him and was guided back home by a passerby. His grandmother, awaiting him, comforts the tearful reunion.
Members of the Thesus Club of Boston were entertained at Hotel Savoy in Gloucester where they viewed the waterfront and local industries. Thomas King hosted and presented a young monkey mascot to club member Mr. Riley to be sent to Boston for the club outings at its North Shore camp.
Henry O Underwood of Boston presented Belmont with a $100 check to the town treasurer as compensation for road damage caused by his touring car. The voluntary gift, unusual in Massachusetts or elsewhere, is viewed as a step in the right direction. Underwood is a leading local taxpayer and former selectman active in town politics.
Christmas trade at the Continental Clothing House shows bright prospects for 1909 as stores offer full displays. The Continental features arches and green red trim with departments promoting umbrellas shoes furnishing goods and special gift sets. Santa Claus arrives for children as shoppers anticipate a busy rush through Christmas with evening hours and attentive sales staff.
The local Society of Fishermen will vigorously oppose a state fisheries bill. A public meeting is planned to adopt resolutions condemning the measure which would grant privileges to the rich and impose heavy penalties on others.
A letter from A Lincoln Filene urging guided visits for grammar school graduates to explore higher education was read at the School Committee meeting. James J. Storrow supported the idea, while other actions included retirement rule changes for teachers at 70 and starting age limit at 40, plus a debate on placing a union label on schoolbooks.
Conrad & Co on Winter Street showcases a festive window display with red decor and laurel, featuring fur garments from fox and lynx to opossum and more. The store advertises discounted coats, silk lace waists, Messa line models, lingerie waists, satin striped flannel waists, and a leading Christmas petticoat. Wool sweaters, party frocks for girls aged five to seventeen, and practical gifts fill the stock. The store remains spacious for shoppers, with ample staff and extended hours through Thursday night.
Mrs Hattie Smith of 23 Elms street Lewiston seeks help finding her husband Allen McQuade light complexion about 200 pounds last seen while selling a curative oil in Lewiston Me with no word for nearly a year The request appears in the Post seeking reader aid.
Sel don Waldo, eldest son of George C. Waldo manager and editor of the Bridgeport Standard, died at Bridgeport Hospital on December 21.
Frederick Koested, 82, a retired farmer near Black Jack, St Louis county, died of heart failure after being overcome by blood during a hog killing on his farm.
Deputy Probation Commissioner Edwin Mulready urged reform over punishment at Young's Hotel, arguing jail rarely improves offenders. He said crime stems from false education, condemned capital punishment, and promoted probation as cost saving and humane, citing state prison burdens and potential to restore reputations.
In Brockton the 12 foot high bronze fountain at Main and School streets, a gift from the W C T U years ago, was blown up by a gas explosion last night. In Manchester, Margaret Burke a 31 year old mill worker of 47 West Merrimac street was killed at the Central street grade crossing by Train 3.
The Rev Francis J Butler pries at St Leos Osmond street Dorchester marks 25 years as a priest with a silver jubilee. Parishioners host a reception at St Leos tonight followed by an entertainment for Sunday school children instead of a monetary gift.
The case of Fred M. Haley of Swampscott versus Alden B. Sleeper of Swampscott on charges Sleeper alienated Haley's wife Cora in 1906 and caused their separation has been assigned for trial next Monday.
Portland Maine December 21 The Portland Board of Trade will mail Taft an invitation to locate his summer residence in the area The invitation follows a Boston Post report that Taft wished a suitable New England summer home for his family and himself.
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