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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1912
Page
6
Letters to The Post weigh whether Richeson should be commuted to life imprisonment. Some readers demand no punishment is too severe, while others cite insanity in his family and crime context. A few letters are published.
Readers in Cambridge and Bar Harbor critique the death penalty after a brutal crime. The writers urge repeal and warn that executions do not deter future killings, arguing life should be spared and repentance guided by a higher power.
Richard Levonian argues crime stems from social conditions not sole responsibility. He asserts no individual acts in isolation, crime risk exists in all, and eliminating crime requires addressing social factors rather than punishing the killer, even if the killer is Richeson. Salem.
A speaker argues against capital punishment and urges mercy for Richeson. He cites divine vengeance and calls for life imprisonment to allow atonement and redemption rather than execution.
The writer questions public calls for harsh punishment in the Richeson case, arguing for fair treatment and criticizing mob sentiment. He recalls the McNamaras and asks why justice is sought for some and not others, urging Christlike restraint and mercy.
George H. Porter of Manchester argues that state law cannot justify killing and urges mercy in the Richeson case. He cites Jesus and warns ministers endorsing a death sentence could become second-hand murderers and face judgment.
A letter urges lynching on Boston Common for a violent murderer described as a fiend and coward. The writer, Frank Gurney, condemns the suspect and says the electric chair is too lenient. The note implores Governor Foss to show no mercy.
An advertising pitch touts Cascaret as a quick remedy for constipation coated tongue headache and sick stomach. It claims a 10 cent box will straighten digestion and keep bowels regulated, appealing to adults and children for gentle cleansing.
Curio feature notes James Fix, a Coombs Canyon rancher, killed 276 rattlesnakes in one day and sold skins in Pendleton for Major Lee Moore. He also collected 20 pounds of snake oil worth 9.50 a pound, a county record. The article also mentions charity aid to a destitute mother and her children and the surprising return of a jewel bag.
Dolly Parham was granted a divorce from George R. Parham in Portland Circuit Court. Married in Perry Oklahoma in 195, the husband developed sleepwalking tendencies after three years, alarming doctors who warned Dolly of potential injury during fits.
LARDO Idaho Jan 19 Ed Cole owner of a local hotel dumped live coals into the chicken yard. The hens rushed the embers and pecked at them burning their jaws. Five birds were burned with three dying as a result.
Jan 19. An appeal at the Portland Heights home of Mrs. Caroline revealed a jewel bag found and returned to its rightful owner. Authorities or witnesses noted the valuables and prompt recovery.
New York Harlem Court magistrate Ap pleton told Assemblyman M J McGrath that he supports reestablishing the whipping post for wife beaters. He noted his court had settled several wife beating cases and urged Albany to act to deter such violence.
Rev. George Schubert of Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania testified before the House judiciary committee that a bill to prohibit interstate transportation of liquors could ban wine used in church communions. He expressed fear but the committee said the measure would not affect communion wine.
The Hamburg American liner Barcelona arrived from Hamburg after three weeks of severe weather. It endured weeks of gales, three feet of water on decks, a damaged wheelhouse, and a shattered hatch. The wireless operator reported sending a distress message picked up far away.
Frank Tallman slipped on South Main Street opposite Infantry Hall and fell, breaking the fastenings of his woolen wooden leg and cannot walk. An officer from Central Police Station saw him unable to rise and summoned an ambulance to Rhode Island Hospital where he spent the night.
The Roxbury Universalist Church on Buena Vista Street hosts evening services led by Rev. James Harry Holden with a brief address by Mr. Olden on The Christian Labor Union. Music by the Weber Male Quartet and an organ recital by Franz Reissmann at 4:45 p.m. All are invited to worship.
An advertisement claims a 25 cent package of Pape's Cold Compound ends grippe misery within hours. It asserts no quinine is used and that the formula results from three years of research costing over fifty thousand dollars, with relief for headache nasal congestion feverishness and other cold symptoms.
The piece lists multiple churches on Commonwealth Avenue Warren Avenue and surrounding streets. It notes service times 10:30 a m 4:30 p m and 12:10 p m for Sunday school and mentions pastors and sermon subjects. It highlights music selections and welcomes attendees.
Park Street Congregational Church lists sermons by Rev. A Z Conrad D D at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m The morning message The Basis of Invincible Discipleship Evening The Lake That Mirrors Most of Heaven Also an Endeavor meeting at 6 20 Singing by the Park Street Male Quartet.
Public talks and religious meetings announced across Roxbury venues including the Church of the New Jerusalem Ford Hall Berkeley Hall Pierce Building and Park venues. Subjects cover scripture divine authorship social justice and world influence with free admission and welcoming audiences.
Boston readers offered a wide range of spiritualist events on Jan 21. Adele C Williams and Harmony Hall host sessions at Tremont Street and Washington Street venues with mediums, music, and scripture lessons. Joseph Marchand leads a religious meeting at 549A Columbus Avenue promising demonstrations of continued life. Various societies announce speakers, circles, and messages at Malden, Somerville, Roxbury, Cambridge, and Boston sites with many named psychics and conductors.
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