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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1911
Page
9
Governor Foss hosts a large Washington Birthday gathering at the Hall of the Flags with 4383 attendees, including military, foreign officials, and community groups, while Democratic leaders largely abstain. A pardoned elderly colored veteran thanks the Governor, amid a multiracial, multi-organization crowd.
Massachusetts Society Sons of the American Revolution observes Washington's Birthday with a ceremony at the Essex Hotel and a tablet unveiling to Henry Knox. Joseph Atwood of Lynn High School performs the unveiling. Nathan Warren presides at the tablet presentation to Leslie Co. Wead of Terminal Trust Co. A noon gathering at the Vendome includes a protest against altering Court Street names. John Adams of Worcester attends, one of eight surviving original Sons of the Revolution in Massachusetts.
An advertisement claims Pape's Cold Compound will break the worst cold and end grippe within hours. It asserts rapid relief after the first dose, lists symptoms it eases, and touts three doses every two hours for full effect. The ad notes no quinine and cites costs of research.
Walter Scott urged a national university modeled on George Washington's ideas at a Society of the Colonial Wars meeting in Brunswick. He said such a school would standardize American scholarship and reduce illiteracy, noting bills in Congress have stalled. Walter R. Watkins led resolutions opposing renaming Court Street to State Street for commercial reasons.
The Columbus Club and its councils attended a memorial mass at St William's Church Dorchester for deceased members. The solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated by State chaplain Rev James J McCarthy with a clergy team including Rev Thomas P McMan mon and Rev Edward J Ken ney.
Hundreds of Boston students gathered at Old South Church for the Hemenway essay prizes honoring colonial history. Assistant District Attorney Michael J. Dwyer urged patriotism, citing George Washington’s heroism and urging high ideals. Winners included James J. McGinley Florence Hanrahan Edward W. Joyce and Isaac E. Simons. Richard W. Hale presided and led patriotic songs.
About 30 veterans of the Eleventh Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry met in Ancient Landmark Hall for a winter reunion. The banner given by Mrs. E. H. Sanford before the 1861 front would return to J. B. M. Sanford, the donor’s son. Henry N. Blake was elected president and Charles R. Mansfield secretary and treasurer.
The Hon. W. T. A. Fitzgerald gave a children's party at the Catholic Union last evening. After patriotic exercises by the children an entertainment featured Edward Kelley as leading man. Souvenir badges with Archbishop O'Connell's portrait and an American flag were presented to the youngsters.
About 1000 Knights of Columbus members gathered at St. Peter's Church Cambridge for a memorial Mass. Requiem high mass was celebrated by Rev. Dr. Ryan with Rev. Dr. Mark Sullivan and Rev. John J. Ryan assisting, while Rev. Father Ryan preached. The service featured a Gregorian requiem sung by the church choir and John B. Whoriskey as soloist.
Dry shampooing helps refresh the scalp and hair without overwatering. Use 4 ounces of roots mixed with 4 ounces of powder, lift a tablespoonful onto the head, brush through, and finish without long drying times or exposure risks.
The report outlines a $150 000 settlement to Dr. McKim with semi annual payments during his life and a sister’s inheritance if he dies within five years. A lump sum is to be paid, largely absorbed by lawyers fees. Mrs McKim and her father visited New York after the conference, with involvement of Vanderbilt related parties. Mrs Frederick McCormick is named as a new figure in the case.
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