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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
3
Advance sheets of the American Federationist publish an editorial by Samuel Gompers president of the AFL criticizing President Roosevelt for his stance toward labor.
Samuel Gompers defends labor against President Roosevelt's recent Congress message. He notes reforms and eight hour law support but accuses the President of misrepresentation of labor leaders. Gompers insists organized labor seeks cooperation and rejects broad attacks on judges and unions.
Emma Carus heads the bill at the Orpheum this week and volunteers to collect for the Salvation Army. She will handle the contribution box at Tremont and Park near Park Street Church during the noon hour and will start with a substantial donation to aid poor children at Christmas.
The Moxie Nerve Food Company will close its Boston Lowell Pittsburgh and New York factories Thursday evening for a three day Christmas break. Over 600 men will not return to work until Monday December 28, giving staff a rare three day outing.
President elect Taft decided to visit Texas after the inauguration and to make Dallas one of the principal points of his trip. He aims to use the tour after the special tariff revision session of Congress.
Thirty Texas cities pressed Judge Taft to visit him as part of a southern tour. Taft regrets missing Chattanooga for a $200,000 YMCA dedication but plans three southern stops including Atlanta with a delegation to visit next week. He will sail to Panama from Charleston and return landing in New Orleans. A Southern editors delegation will meet him, with Frank Hitchcock and Senator Knox also expected.
The Hess Schroeder quartet performed Brahms in A minor and Schilling pieces with Earnest Schelling at Chickering Hall. The Paul Juan trio, presented as a Berling adaptation, drew mixed views, with Schelling praised for virtuosity while the violin cello piano scoring drew criticism. The third concert is set for Tuesday night January 19.
In Baltimore on December 22, T Mitchell Horner settled his $100,000 suit against Dr. and Mrs. Isaac E Emerson, parents of his former wife Daisy Emerson Horner, for alienation of affections. The case was compromised for $500.
Augusta, Dec 22 A remark by Mr Taft about finding a saddle prompted Judge Henry G Hammond to present him with a saddle of ample proportions. Taft plans to add riding to his daily exercise routine. A steam automobile will arrive tomorrow for his use.
Acting President Gomez uncovered and halted a coup planned by Castro loyalists in Caracas. He arrested Torres Cardenas at the Yellow House after disarming him and seized other conspirators including Garbiras Guzman and Lopez Baralt. Large crowds cheered in Plaza Bolivar as authorities pursued suspects and restored order.
An elderly Somerville resident slipped into an open coal hole in front of an office building near Old South Church while carrying Christmas gifts. He fell into a coal bin and slid into the basement boiler room before bystanders freed him.
Castro appears buoyant and unaware of the altered political and economic conditions in Venezuela as reports from Berlin describe his mood and public demeanor amid regional tensions and Allied diplomacy.
Attendants at a private hospital report President Castro is ill and not engaged in business or communication. They say no cipher dispatches or official messages have reached him since Sunday, debunking rumors of active influence or involvement in a plot against acting President Gomez.
The article profiles Cipriano Castro, Venezuelan leader who entered office after 1899 revolution. It notes his humble origins, physical traits, and perceived malignment by enemies. It recalls his resistance to revolts, 1902 naval pressure by foreign powers, and diplomatic ruptures with several states.
The article recounts how President Castro crushed Matos forces on October 26, 1902 at La Victoria near Caracas. Castro’s brutal rule angered many, as he consolidated wealth and suppressed rivals, sparking a longstanding hatred among powerful interests. He reportedly sought European medical care, leaving Caracas abruptly 24 hours before departure.
In Pittsburg a flashlight photo shows a council member taking money from a decoy promoter amid bribery charges. Seven council members and two former bank officials face preliminary hearings after Voter's League accusations. A Scranton detective allegedly posed as a paving block firm rep and aided the sting.
Gasoline spill near the deckhouse stove触 off by fire caused a blast on the Jennie L. Smith at South Somerset. Four crew members were severely injured and the vessel valued at 5000 dollars was destroyed while the men jumped into the water. Captain Arthur Homan, Charles Homan, Dennis Thompson, and Edward O’Neil were treated at St. Ann’s Hospital with serious injuries.
A new eye product labeled Marine Eye Remedy claims to improve eye health and comfort. Marketing targets daily wearers seeking relief from fatigue and irritation with a blend priced to attract general consumers.
Police hunt two hunters seen with a 20 year old man found near Jones on the lake road. A 12 gauge gun and evergreen bundle were found. a nearby girl identified a hunter matching the description. Parents, a lake area, and alleged family tensions are noted, with no suspects yet.
Beede Hospital Jamaica Plain superintendent Miss Annie S. Dwyer offers free treatment to Mrs. McCann and other needy patients. Father out of work for four months. mother and children lack bed clothing, shoes, school clothes, and fuel. Santa Claus editor reported to help, but charity needed from friends to prevent a grim Christmas.
The Christmas decorations of Henry F. Miller & Sons Piano Co at 395 Boylston Street are more elaborate and artistic this year drawing hundreds of visitors day and night under thousands of electric lights as sightseers praise their magnificence.
Frederick T. Greenhalge Lodge 277 N E O P held its annual election in Commercial Hall. Warden Francis Prieta leads a slate including vice-warden Mrs J Baker secretary A Ray and others with Miss Ray as trustee. Installation set for Jan 26 in the same hall.
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