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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1912
Page
14
A fox terrier gifted at a Jericho New York house party caused chaos at the home of Harry O Meila on Highland Avenue. The dog’s antics disrupted the gathering and police were called to intervene.
Around 15 leading American aviators including two women voted to continue flying in the Boston aviation meet at Squantum despite Aero Club disqualification. The defiant group plans ongoing flights during the event.
At the Hotel Lenox yesterday the Aero Club disbarred the aviators from competition but they insisted on flying to fulfill contracts. The meet, not sanctioned due to bond issues, prompted threats of lawsuits and possible machine attachments. Disqualified aviators include Lincoln Beachey Arch Fremont Charles K Hamilton Glenn L Martin F J Terrill Blanche Stuart Scott Harriet Quimby.
In Naugatuck on June 30 Herbert and Gertrude Warner aged 4 and 7 were killed when a fire destroyed the barn behind their parents home. Ruth Warner, 5, was saved but overcome by smoke. Authorities believe the blaze started as the children played with matches. they were in the loft with no escape.
Final services were held in five Boston churches with four in Back Bay and one in Roxbury. Most will reopen in September or October, while two houses held summer evening services. Union Chapel Magnolia opened for summer, with a slate of preachers to follow. The Ministers Union meets in Channing Hall to discuss public school funding.
The sanity hearing for Harry K. Thaw, accused killer of Stanford White, is expected to conclude by Wednesday with alienists scheduled to present expert opinions on his current mental condition after three days left in the session.
In 1912 Christy Mathewson predicts the New York Giants will hold a steady lead in the National League. He cites Rube Marquard's pitching and consistent hitting behind him as keys, notes Pittsburgh's challenge, and forecasts a tighter race after the western trip. He also evaluates St Louis, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Boston, Cincinnati, and Chicago prospects.
Police investigate a headless body case tied to Angele Parmentier. Deslover, a Belgian native, implicated amid conflicting stories. Detectives search the Blackstone River for a head, recover clothing with bloodstains, and probe multiple witnesses in Woonsocket and surrounding towns.
Washington June 30 The failure of Congress to pass appropriation bills for the new fiscal year threatens an ongoing executive department embarrassment as the Baltimore convention deadlocks.
With both chambers expected to lack quorum at noon and no unanimous consent for Fitzgeralds July funding, government operations may halt by Monday midnight. Congress will tackle appropriation bills first, naval provisions, and the Archbold impeachment in the House. The Senate plans a vote on the chemical tariff bill and Lorimer case next week.
Marblehead June 30. The Plant schooner Elena won the Clark cup after a 60 knot northeaster off Cape Cod. Ten yachts started from Newport. others faced gales, with Enchantress Elena and several others forced to reef or seek shelter. The Princess earned second division honors, while Acushia and Morss cups went to others as the fleet battled the storm.
Obituaries list numerous residents with dates of death from June 28 to July 1, detailing ages, family relations, and funeral arrangements. Entrants include Myrtle W Bassett, Marion Barr, James B Clapp, Mary Cochrane, Margaret M Cronin, Catherine Featherstone, Paulina Ferrari, Thomas Harkins, Annie Hurley, Clara Lyons, Emma Martin, George Orcutt, Mary O Connell, Dennis J O Shaughnessy, Charles E Palmer, Lillian Shea, Mary Hayden Smith, Lena Schwartz, M Sjostedt, and other local names with service times and church locations already prepared. Funeral notices specify residences in East Boston, Charlestown, Dorchester, Roxbury, Watertown, Somerville, and South Boston.
An immense crowd gathered in Stockholm as the steamer Finland docked at 9 am with American Olympiad delegates led by Ernie Hjortberg and J S Edstrom. Speeches welcomed the team and Swedes who hope to teach, while the ship and city wore flags and bands played.
Between 2000 and 3000 visitors gather at the open spaces where athletes practice every sport. Americans predominate among hotel guests while Russians stay aboard the steamer Birma alongside the Finland. The 90 degree heat continues to favor the American team as competition nears.
Wesleyan University in Middletown Connecticut reports a full raise of 1.1 million dollars for additional endowment, with the General Education Board adding 100 thousand on condition of full funding. Debt is paid and plans include gymnasium expansion and a swimming pool. alumni gifts, led by Brooklyn patron George Reynolds, totaled most contributions.
A blaze destroyed the stable of Simeon H. Brown near 118 Brighton Avenue Allston killing two horses. Fire crews battled the flames overnight with no further injuries reported.
Short job notice seeks a harness cleaner at a 30 Warren QCharie area. Applicant must be available immediately and meet basic cleaning duties. Contact the listed location for details and to arrange an interview.
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