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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1915
Page
3
Democratic Senators vow to push the ship bill through before recess as the Senate stays in session all night. At 2 a.m. Senator Smoot of Utah continued speaking, having held the floor since before midnight and promising to persist as long as he can.
The minority hopes to delay the vote, while optimism among Democrats grows that a long continuous session could last until Saturday night. Some expect two to three days of deliberation as parliamentary maneuvers push the ship bill to the Senate on Senator Fletcher's motion.
The Senate faced a tense session as the caucus substitute for the bill was debated. Absentees were called, Senator Smoot spoke, and deputy sergeants at arms searched the city for members. Senator Kern insisted on a vote, warning of possible recess. Lodge and Smith of Michigan arrived late with papers, ready to intensify the argument.
The Harvard junior prom design contest concluded with Theodore Sizer of New York selected for the cover. Sizer, a Harvard Lampoon artist, designed the elaborate dance cards for the event.
Mayor Currey appoints Rt. Rev. Dennis J. O'Farrell rector of St. Francis de Sales Roxbury as chaplain for the inauguration ceremonies next Monday when the new City Council begins its duties for the year.
A break in at the home of Mrs. John W. MacInnis at 10 Irving Street Somerville was reported last night. The dwelling was ransacked and several pieces of jewelry were stolen.
Ex Governor Curtis Guild announced support for ex Congressman Samuel W. McCall for the Republican nomination to Governor. He criticized Lieutenant Governor Cushing and said nominating McCall would be best for the party and the state.
Postmaster Murray said yesterday he is considering motor trucks to carry the mails, aiming for economy given the national financial condition and current use of trolley cars.
The ways and means committee of the House reported favorably on two bills providing $100,000 to create work for the unemployed. The Metropolitan Park Commission would use the funds to employ people on metropolitan parkways boulevards and state reservations.
The House Education Committee rejected the bill to abolish corporal punishment while the Mercantile Affairs Committee granted leave to withdraw the liquor display bill. Action on the Metropolitan Water and Sewer Board bill was postponed. In the Senate the Woman Suffrage bill stalled until next Thursday with several senators expected to oppose. Senators Doyle and Wells are certain to vote against the amendment. three others also regarded as opposed.
Three macaws a Cuban parrot a toucan and a cockatoo have been received at the bird house in the Zoo. They are gifts of Arthur C Hutchins a wealthy manufacturer of Worcester.
Daniel J. Donovan of 306 Hyde Park Avenue Roslindale was arrested on larceny charges for stealing 435.66 dollars from Frederick N. Smith of 17 India Street over multiple times from May 1914 to now.
The Junior Riders a group of about 25 children aged six to 15 from the New Riding Club on Hemenway street held a riding carnival in the club ring yesterday afternoon. Blue and red ribbons were awarded as prizes in spoon and egg races and thrilling relay events. Young contestants raced neck and neck, making a pretty sight.
A period advertisement touts Dys-pep-lets as a remedy for sour stomach distress heartburn and indigestion. A speaker claims personal success and recommends carrying a box, convincing a skeptical diner to eat again.
Two men heard cries in the harbor near the Charles Town bridge and pulled an unidentified man from the water. The victim, with a spark of life, was rushed to Relief Hospital and remains between life and death. Rescuers are Frank J. Schofield of Somerville and Joseph McCarthy of Charlestown.
Trustees authorize a six week summer term beginning near the first Wednesday of July with four schools offering courses. The School of Medicine runs May 3 to June 14. Liberal Arts, Business Administration, and Theology courses to be announced. Faculty include Pro fessors Taylor Black Wilde and others across Latin Greek English and economics.
An advertisement touts Adamson's Balsam as the safest remedy for coughs or colds, presenting it as the sure treatment. The brief promo emphasizes its reliability in alleviating respiratory symptoms.
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