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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1912
Page
6
Washington Feb 21 An American admiral asserts the right of foreign vessels to remain unmolested in Chinese waters amid the revolution. The claim comes in an official Navy report from Admiral Murdock, commander of the Asiatic station.
The scene recounts a Shanghai clash where revolutionaries seized the city, ordered foreign ships to leave port, and Admiral Murdock refused to yield. The collier Arbarenda and an armed junk confronted a boarding party before backing off, allowing the Arbarenda to reach its anchorage.
Ten vessels docked with haddock cod pollock hake and flounders. Swell steam trawler delivered 75 000 pounds haddock 2 800 pounds cod 1 000 pounds lemon sole 3 000 pounds scrod. Richard schooner sole halibut haul 1 008 pounds. Weather bureau warns of storm in lower Mississippi Valley and strong winds along the Atlantic coast threatening delays for steamer arrivals.
Governor Foss and Mrs. Foss prepare for Washington's Birthday receptions at 10 30 and 1 oclock in the Hall of the Flag with staff and G A R members in attendance. Outside, a winter storm hits Boston and the Midwest bringing rain turning to snow and major travel disruptions.
A long list of organizations attends a local remembrance event including the Daughters of the Revolution, the Loyal Legion, the Knights of Columbus, the Coast Artillery Corps, the Boston Police Relief Association and many veteran and civic groups. The assembly features units such as the Second Infantry M V M, the Sixth Trifant, and the Italian delegation, reflecting broad participation.
Arrived ships include Menomenee Anfindsen Malmstad Louisburg C B Governor Strout and many more with tugs and barges for Portland Salem and New York. Cleared vessels include Limon Cambrian and Malm stad bound for New York and London with several to tow barges. Ready to sail schooners Joby J Hanson Henry Weller and Florence M Belding listed for Jacksonville and Newport News. Feb 22.
The body of Lucy Moore Fisk widow of Col Jim Fisk was placed in Prospect Hill Cemetery Brattleboro to await spring burial beside her husband. Funeral services were held at 2 30 this afternoon at the home of Mrs Mary G Hooker conducted by Rev E Q Osgood pastor of the Unitarian Church.
The First Corps of Cadets M V M held a Washington's Birthday military ball at the armory on Columbus Avenue. About 60 attendees enjoyed the event as the fourth in a series of five promenade concerts. The drill hall displayed war relics and featured a full military band led by John B. Fielding, with music from 7 4 to 8 15 and dancing until midnight.
A northern advancing storm battered Chicago with heavy snow and high winds delaying trains and snapping telegraph lines. In Boston several inches of rain created flooded streets and slippery sidewalks while wires linking Boston with New York were down briefly, with trains running late before midnight. Forecast calls for rain Thursday then clearing and colder conditions Friday.
The third Wagner Tristan and Isolde by the Boston Opéra Company was performed last night despite bad weather. Nordica and Arins lead as Tristan and Isolde with Gerville-Reache Brangäne and Goritz Kurwenal, praised for powerful delivery and rich orchestral support.
The Finance Commission examined the Arlington street extension proposed by the Mayor. Chairman John A. Sullivan conferred with street commissioners for two hours seeking cost estimates and potential betterments, including who would be assessed and total city cost.
The 16th annual banquet of the American Order of Scottish Clans is set for 6:30 pm in Deacon Halls. Attending guests include Lieutenant-Governor Robert Luce, Representative John Ballantine, and Dr. Alexander. The program features a strong lineup of performers led by Ruth McTammany, Herbert Hall, Alex Dickson, M. McKenzie, Adam Walker, and Bert Lowe. Committee members organizing the event are William Paterson, Royal Chief Ferris, H. W. Fisher, James T. Campbell, Robert Bruce, D. Duncan, and James F. Mac Donald.
Theodore Roosevelt spoke to the Ohio constitutional convention on "A Charter of Democracy" arguing for pure democracy and that the country belongs to the people. He urged veto of special privilege, opposed stock watering, conservation for public benefit, and limited recall of judges as a last resort.
Roosevelt urges direct nominating by the people and direct election of Senators. He defends pure democracy, warns against monopoly, and calls for recall of judges over constitutional decisions while preserving representative government. He advocates preferential primaries and enhanced public regulatory power for labor and big business.
Advertises Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a gentle laxative for children and adults. Claims it cleanses the system, sweetens the stomach, and favors liver and bowels in a pure, healthy condition. Includes full directions for both children and grown-ups in each package. Mothers can rest easy using it.
A collection of Roosevelt quotes emphasizes pure democracy and limiting wealth power. He champions government by the people, direct ballots, direct nomination, and direct Senate elections, while opposing privilege and big business influence. He advocates rights of man, labor regulation, and citizen-led decision tools like initiative and referendum.
In this excerpt the speaker defends the American people as fit for complete self government despite faults and stresses the value of genuine popular rule over chosen masters. The passage contrasts democratic ideals with concerns about governance and justice.
Colonel Roosevelt met with prominent Ohio backers including A. L. Garford of Elyria Nathaniel C. Wright of Cleveland and Judge R M Wanamaker of Akron as he trains between Columbus and Cleveland He praised his reception in Ohio and spoke on corporate control while in the Capitol rotunda and in Galion He complimented the wife of the average American in Cleveland and noted big business shudders when he speaks on the issue
Portland Maine feb 21 former sheriff Eben N Perry a famed temperance advocate and longtime SPCA agent died at his daughter Dr H B Perry’s home in Northampton Massachusetts He was 79 years old.
An ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast cure for colds and grippe. It claims the remedy, taken every two hours for up to three doses, ends severe symptoms without quinine and costs a quarter per package. The copy attributes three years of research and nationwide availability through druggists.
The New York Herald reports Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts will support Theodore Roosevelt for the Republican nomination. Massachusetts leaders led by Senator W. Murray Crane plan to battle Roosevelt delegates while confident Massachusetts will align with Taft. Lodge, a close friend of Roosevelt, is seen as a conservative and may influence the Taft faction.
A vintage testimonial advertises Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap as effective for pruritus eczema and various skin issues from scalp to hands. Emily C. Lumm of Corvallis endorses relief and urges continued use, noting best results when used together and with persistence. The notice invites free samples from Resinol Chemical Co. Baltimore Maryland.
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