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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1909
Page
12
Police seek Darius L. V. Moffett, known as Judge, on a forged mortgage count from November 11 at the Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Company. He faces a new bigamy charge with two Boston wives alleged. The second wife is 33, from a prominent Brighton family.
A Beacon Hill procession of 590 people lit by candlelight traced old English carols through Boston streets. They serenaded Bishop William Lawrence and Rev. Alexander Mann returning to church after three months, with Dr Mann gratefully thanking the singers.
Italian star Tetraz zini of the Manhattan Opera Company is confined to her Hotel Schenley room with a severe sore throat thought to stem from Pittsburg’s heavy air. She could not perform Lucia at the Alvin Theatre, which had a sold out crowd.
Pittsburg December 24 The suburb of Etna suffered a fire that destroyed its water and light plant as Christmas shoppers filled the streets. Estimated losses reach 65000 dollars as the lights went out across the town.
Mayoralty candidates join the public in a Christmas break with campaigning paused until Monday. The pause follows a period of activity as political rivals rest before resuming with renewed effort.
James J. Storrow Ex Mayor Fitzgerald Hibbard and Taylor suspend campaign activity for Christmas. Storrow and family at Beacon Street home, Fitzgerald at Weiles Avenue Dorchester, Hibbard at Dorchester home, Taylor at South End home. Municipal League headquarters closed until Monday.
Mrs. R. J. Hall the first woman amateur to play with the Symphony Orchestra proved her mastery yesterday afternoon. Despite loud orchestral sound she kept exact pitch using fingertip vibrations. Her solo in Bizet Arlesienne was played clearly amid swelling and dying tones. Hall, known in Boston musical circles, has long funded orchestral concerts to promote modern French music and studied with Georges Longy.
Child asks God to keep Santa Claus and Mary warm and safe through snow and storm. The speaker asks for guidance, light, and protection for the pair, hoping they stay good and loved as children learn to do.
Nantucket, Dec 25. Severe scarlet fever blooms yet again hindering Christmas celebrations. Board of Health cancels concerts and festivals as illness keeps children home. Projections warn of reduced holiday items and Labor Day work unless conditions improve. Santa Claus remains hopeful for fever-recovering children.
Double stamps awarded with every purchase mornings until 12 o'clock noon at Wolf's My Clothier corner Hanover and Portland streets. After noon, only single stamps are given.
In Chicago a 4 year old boy received a 25000 dollar Christmas gift from a Superior Court jury. The award followed an accident one year earlier when a street car mangled the boy and led to the amputation of his leg. The jury found the motorman negligent and ordered damages.
Citizens can exchange full books of legal stamps for merchandise worth 2.50 or cash valued at 2.00 at Wolf's My Clothier located at the corner of Hanover and Portland Street.
Emerson named acting penal commissioner replacing Vernon Skinner who was ousted after Deer Island admissions. Herbert Carruth fired after statements linking to George A. Thibbard. Sanford briefly appointed then replaced by Emerson to avoid illegality charges. Major restructuring targets Deer Island investigation with Gallagher and Donlan eyed for permanent leadership.
Four members of the Boston school committee visited Prescott School and other buildings and plan to introduce a bill in the Legislature to appropriate several million dollars for modern structures. Superintendent Brooks will report on needed new buildings and room capacity to ensure no more than 44 students per room.
Celestina Boninsegna stars as La Gioconda with Claessens as Maura and Constantino, Baklanoff, Nivette, Fabbri and Vanni in key roles. The revival of the Boston engagement draws strong applause from start to finish as soloists and chorus deliver vigorous performances and the production confirms its enduring appeal to local audiences.
Judge Francis C. Lowell rules Armenians are entitled to American citizenship and orders Armenians in New England who had pension papers denied to file for them Monday at courts where first papers were filed. The Department of Commerce and Labor may appeal to bring the issue before the Supreme Court as it seeks to curb Western Asia immigration.
Judge Lowell notes race classifications are unclear and urges statutory revision. The opinion critiques the denial of citizenship to Armenians and Hebrews based on color, arguing Armenians are Caucasian and that Hebrews, though Asiatic, have been admitted. The drift favors broader naturalization beyond rigid race lines.
Former President Jose Santos Zelaya fled Managua under cover of darkness with about 100 loyalists and a Maxim gun, traveling by boat and train to Diamante and then Corinto. He arrived calm, with his entourage armed, as news arrived that the U.S. gunboat Princeton moved to Ponseca Gulf.
A Brooklyn pastor proposes using a powerful searchlight from the spire of the First Reformed Church to replace old time bells for night services. The beam will originate 200 feet above ground and flash at a fixed time before services, continuing through choir hours to attract tardy worshippers.
Salvation Army prepares 1500 food baskets for about 12000–15000 dinners to feed the needy on Christmas Day. Colonel Gifford and staff stage a large Christmas tree event with presents for children at the People's Palace, plus a Santa visit and a evening program of motion pictures and songs. Separate dinners are arranged for residents of the Hampden Street Industrial Home and the Rescue Home in Dorchester.
A public notice describes ptomaine poisoning risks from canned and preserved foods and explains the alleged benefits of Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges. It claims 13 708 cases and over 5000 deaths last year in the United States and urges using the lozenges after meals and in cases of mushroom poisoning. It promotes purchasing Lozenges for 25 cents and requests free samples by mail.
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