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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
5
F. P. Kendall, 58, a wealthy farmer, killed himself with a shotgun yesterday morning at his Lexington area home. Medical Examiner Kelcher of Wal tham ruled it death by own action.
Kendall, a wealthy Lexington resident, was found dead yesterday morning in a second floor spare bedroom with a discharged gun near his head. Police and Medical Examiner Kelcher deem the shot self inflicted. Mrs. Kendall questions accidental cause. Estate valued near 300000. Kill Kare kennels and Valleyfield farm owned.
Sheriff John Quinn Jr. decided to refer all future letters to the United States authorities for prosecution if their contents violate postal laws. This move targets communications to the condemned Richeson, signaling possible additional prosecutions and jail terms arising from the case.
Hundreds of abusive and repulsive letters reaching Richeson at the jail have been intercepted by the sheriff and torn up. Sheriff Quinn announced that future violations of postal laws will be sent to federal authorities for investigation and possible prosecution.
The 415-foot tower foundations disrupt the old Custom House at State street. Treasury officials in Washington refused to remove the older building despite protests from Bostonians, preserving it as a landmark.
Readers discuss whether Richeson should receive life imprisonment or a harsher punishment. The Post has received many letters, some arguing no punishment is too severe, others citing insanity and family cases as mitigating factors. A few letters are printed and readers are invited to send brief submissions to the Capital Punishment Editor.
To the Editor the Post argues the governor will refuse to commute the sentence of Richeson. The writer condemns the crime as cowardly and fiendish and urges no one to intervene. The plea is for execution or life imprisonment without pardons. City Point South Boston.
A letter to the editor declares Richeson insane and unworthy of mercy, accusing him of a dual life and deceit after a death in his circle. The writer condemns his lack of regard for others' suffering and calls for justice over money.
A letter from Mrs. W. S. Bosten urges hastening the death penalty for Richeson, labeling him a ministerial offender who murdered to hide his crime and contrasting with Storti, the first Massachusetts electrocution. She argues no governor interference and cites personal stakes if Avis Linnell were her daughter.
A reader accuses the paper of cowardice and hypocrisy for not opposing the death penalty. The writer pleads to save Ellen Clark from execution and denounces the judged man as vile while condemning others to punishment.
A harsh tirade targets a man named Young Punty calling him cowardly and a disgrace to the male sex and wishes him out of this world. The fragment suggests a charged confrontation or public quarrel with strong language and threats.
A local letter argues against the death penalty calling it ineffective and urging repentance. The author cites Richeson’s confession and conversion as proof of divine mercy and warns all to repent to avoid eternal punishment. The message frames crime as a spiritual failing and obedience to God as essential.
A letter to the editor argues for execution by painless methods. The writer urges chloroform and then electrocution as mercy and safety, claiming Richeson's guilt makes prolonged life torment.
Nearly 200 Cambridge leaders hosted a banquet at Young's Hotel in tribute to Edward J. Brandon for 25 years of service as city clerk. Mayor J Edward Barry and other officials attended. Brandon received a hall clock a purse of gold a gold signet ring and roses from staff.
The article notes the older section of the building will be nearly brand new once contractors finish. Cracked walls caused by sinking tower foundations may force removal of the old foundations and their replacement. Authorities in Washington have been asked for additional funding to strengthen the walls.
A prominent architect says the tearing of the heart from the old building to clear space for the tower will require rebuilding the older portion at an extra cost of 250000 to 500000. He notes the money could have funded a brand new structure from the start.
The New Hampshire State Senate for 1909 1916 gathered for the fourth social event at the Copley Square Hotel. Governor Robert P Bass presided and drew many warm remarks about his upcoming marriage.
A young woman from Hecker Valley West Virginia credits Resinol soap and Resinol Ointment with curing eczema blackheads and pimples after years of skin trouble. She urges others to try the products noting instant relief and a soft healthy complexion. The ads claim Resinol treats inflamed skin piles eczema pimples burns rashes and other irritations and can be used on infant skin. Samples offered by Department No 73 Resinol Chemical Co Baltimore Maryland.
Police served warrants on actors Miss Eithne Magee J M Kerrigan Arthur Sinclair Miss Sarah Allgood Miss Eileen O Doherty Miss Marie Ni Shrubblaigh Miss Kathleen Nesbitt J A O Rourke A Wright Fred Donovan Sydney J Morgan during a packed performance in Philadelphia The mayor and public safety director attended noting the show was not indecent and would continue with extra security measures
About 150 guests of the Massachusetts Society of Sons of the Revolution dined at the Hotel Somerset. Lt Governor Luce, Senate President Greenwood, Tufts President Hamilton, and New York Society head John C. Tomlinson attended. Greenwood cited Franklin’s birthday significance while Hamilton denounced socialism and urged decisive leadership.
A brief advertising note proclaims Adamson's Balsam provides relief for coughs and states the product is sold by all druggists and drug stores.
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