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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1912
Page
6
Attorney Louis D. Brandeis urged labor unionism and explained the La Follette bill to amend the Sherman act while labeling major commercial organizations a social menace during a City Club gathering.
After dinner in his honor Brandeis spoke in the auditorium criticizing trusts for denying labor the chance to organize. He cited steel trusts driving workers from the industry and noted high foreign labor in steel. He argued complete market control and elimination of competition underpin trust power and urged action for justice. Senator George I. Barnes presided and others spoke briefly.
James M. Swift told the Somerville First Universalist Church Men’s Club that capital punishment is needed to protect citizens and deter murder, arguing against abolition of the death penalty.
In a talk titled Some Present Day Affairs Mr. Swift argued against abolishing the death penalty calling it the only safeguard for citizens. He discussed the Phelps case and the Richeson murder, urging that murderers deserve death rather than life imprisonment.
Hayti January 18 reports the Dominican uprising spreading along the Haytian frontier. General David de Luna, former Santiago governor, arrives at Dajabon with 300 men. General Zenon Terribio has pushed government troops back to midway between Dajabon and Sabaneta as General Desirio awaits orders to begin operations.
Representative Robert Henry of Texas reported to the House his resolution to move presidential inaugurations from March 4 to the last Thursday in April with the judiciary committee’s endorsement.
Arthur Pelky of Adams defeated Tommy Ryan of New York in nine rounds of a planned twelve at the North Berkshire A. C. in North Adams Massachusetts. Ryan showed fine stamina to last nine rounds as Pelky dominated the hard fought match.
A newspaper note touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy to reverse gray hairs and improve hair health. It claims sage tea heritage, strengthens growth, removes dandruff, and promises color return after a few applications. Available in 50 cent bottles with a money back guarantee from druggists.
Medical Examiner Leary testified yesterday at the trial of Miss Marie Bolduc of Manchester and four others, including Mary A. O Neil and Annie Reed, with two charged as principals and two as accessories in an alleged illegal operation. He said the cut on the girl appeared made by an expert with anatomy knowledge.
Assistant District Attorney Lavelle pressed no charges against Hattie Hezlett and the court discharged her after she had been arrested on accessory before and after the fact charges. Dr Leary testified about a death at 47 Woodlawn street and possible septic poisoning after a suspected illegal operation.
The Boston presentation of Pelleas et Melisande moves the Wednesday matinee to Tuesday evening January 30 due to demand for an evening show. Tickets for the matinee may be exchanged for the January 30 performance. The run will mark Mme Georgette Leblanc Maeterlinck's final Boston appearance this season. A second note announces a special Monna Vanna performance at the Boston Opera House on Thursday next, featuring Georgette Leblanc Maeterlinck and a large cast. this will be the only Monna Vanna show this season. Also observe Lincoln's Birthday events: Longwood branch of the Boston Socialist Club holds a Tremont Temple lecture headlined by Mayor George R. Lunn of Schenectady, N Y.
Benjamin W. Wells former Boston fire commissioner and street superintendent died of apoplexy at Puritan Club after 10 am. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 2:30 pm at Arlington Street church burial private. Wells born 1861 Boston Harvard graduate 1884 key figure in fire alarm industry and Democratic politics.
Massachusetts Bankers Association held its annual dinner at the Hotel Somerset with over 150 guests. United States Treasurer Lee McClung spoke on Treasury savings and policy changes while George M. Reynolds of the Continental and Commercial National Bank and John P. Knight of Canadian banks attended.
Advocation for Cascarets as a remedy to cleanse and regulate the stomach liver and bowels. Claims include removing sour undigested food foul gases excess bile and waste while you sleep. Promotes a 10 cent box as a long lasting family health aid including children.
The Masons dedicated the new Chelsea Masonic Temple yesterday with Grand Master Everett C. Benton presiding. A large Boston-area gathering attended as officers and dignitaries from multiple lodges participated in the ceremony and banquet.
The will of Benjamin Cutler Hardwick of Dorchester filed for probate leaves 5000 to the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions with annual 500 installments, 3000 to the Congregational Home Missionary Society, 2000 to Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, 1000 to Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, 2009 to Women’s Union Missionary Society for Heathen Lands, with substantial bequests to relatives.
A Judson Applegate, a well known Cambridge jeweller with a shop at 42 Prospect street Cambridge, died at his home 15 Marlboro street Belmont after a brief illness. He was 65.
An advertisement promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People as a cure for indigestion gas sour stomach and heartburn promising stronger appetite and nourishment. Testimonial from Mr Schriver Simms of Triadelphia West Virginia describes recovery after use and weight gain. It urges readers to request a free booklet and buy the pills with prices listed and claims nationwide sale by Dr Williams Medicine Company.
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