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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1912
Page
7
In a London Commons session a man dressed as a religious figure fired shots toward the ceiling from the lobby area. He was seated in the outer lobby when he suddenly opened fire prompting a stampede before his arrest amid shouts of Hands off the Messiah.
William B. Esterbrook of Holmes Place near Main Street Charlestown was struck by a Pratt's Express wagon on Washington Street. He was thrown from the wagon, removed to his home, and believed not seriously injured despite the mishap.
A vintage advertisement urges caution with cold remedies and touts Father John’s Medicine as a doctor’s prescription pure and whole, guaranteeing quality for cough treatment.
A health advertisement claims private medical statistics show half of men suffer warning signs of decline. It prescribes a home remedy using syrups and tonics with no opiates, offered for both men and women, to restore vitality and vigor secretly.
A dated testimonial promotes Eckmans Alterative as the cure for Consumption and tuberculosis. The letter from JAS. SQUIRES of Wilmington, Delaware, claims breath, weight gain, and lung recovery after using the remedy since 1908. It urges readers to write Eckmans for a cured cases booklet.
Republicans in New York state on February 26 agreed the upcoming contest will be one of the merriest and bitter fights in party history as Theodore Roosevelt enters the arena and reshapes control of the forthcoming Republican convention.
Prominent New York Republicans warn that party unity could collapse if a compromise candidate is needed to avert a crushing defeat. Taft supporters claim a majority of 1076 delegates, while Roosevelt strategists move to mobilize enrolled voters in New York County with requests for 360 enrollment lists and district tallies. The New York organization signals Taft loyalty as Roosevelt plans a countywide canvass.
Roosevelt supporters push for delegates nationwide with focus on Texas and Louisiana to derail Taft while 44 of 1072 delegates are chosen. Texas 36 and Louisiana 18 could yield up to a 10 vote lead for Roosevelt if he wins full representation. Missouri districts 3rd and 5th trend to Taft this coming week.
Congressman A. P. Gardner of the Sixth Essex District says he cannot back Roosevelt after reading the Columbus speech. He opposes the initiative recall and judicial review and would not run on a platform that endorses them.
The piece notes the Republican national committee set its convention for June 18, Waterloo's anniversary, while comparing it to Napoleon's Elba escape on February 26 and predicting a Democratic win. Champ Clark is cited praising the turn in favor of the Democrats and a hoped national outcome.
Col Roosevelt argues for direct public control over constitutional questions, saying the people, not courts alone, should decide if legislative acts are constitutional. He cites Lincoln and criticizes judiciary rulings, urging a recall mechanism to curb court nullifications and defend popular will.
Colonel Roosevelt entered the Senate with the sergeant at arms and was seated beside the presiding officer. President Greenwood announced no objection to his presence as Roosevelt spoke of the legislature’s vital role and personal responsibility. The chamber then adjourned after further business and Roosevelt’s remarks concluded.
A testimonial ad claims D. D. D. soothes severe eczema itch at once. The 25¢ bottle allegedly stops burning skin and provides instant relief with a money back guarantee if itching does not disappear. Sold by Riker Jaynes and Houghton & Dutton Drug Departments in New England.
A National Cash training program emphasizes accuracy and promptness in buying, aiming to improve consumer habits among workers and families. It highlights practical lessons in budgeting, timing, and decision making for daily shopping scenarios.
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