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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1906
Page
7
Flowing prominent Bay State women travel a vacation circuit with Mrs. Augustus Gardner leading social circles. Daughter of Henry Cabot Lodge, Gardner shares influence with husband Congressman Gardner. They divide time between Sagamore Farm on the North Shore and winters in Aiken South Carolina.
European honeymoon returns of Mr and Mrs Harold Peabody delight their circle. The couple plan to live in Milton near Bishop Lawrence's daughter. Other arrivals include Mr and Mrs Robert Treat Paine II at Manchester by the Sea and the Kimballs at the Profile House White Mountain cottage. Exeter marriage watch extends to Miss Helen Cilley and Eugene Alder.
The Woman's Industrial Association showcases relics of the Old White House burned in 1814, made from original wood. The exhibit, directed by Charlotte Smith, aims to inspire Massachusetts women and push for a $109,000 appropriation for a permanent national exposition of women's work.
Washington reports extensive repairs are needed at the White House before President Roosevelt and family return in autumn. Congress approved 35000 for extraordinary repairs amid reluctance. Work includes replacing roofs on the east and west terraces and may delay the return until late October.
Mrs. Elizabeth M. Ady, wife of Dr. James Ady, declares Schidlofski a madman suffering monomania and vows to campaign for a stay. Dr. Jacob Goldzmit seeks insanity-based reprieve with petitions. nearly 5000 names gathered. Schidlofski remains in his Charlestown death watch cell, quiet and reticent.
Mrs Thomas W Lawson suffered a worsening condition with a morning improvement giving way to afternoon relapse. The Fourth celebration at Dreamwold is postponed indefinitely and the street past the Lawson summer home is closed for public travel. Secretary McSweeney issued a statement noting Lawson’s absence from business and delaying a major market event. he would resume if conditions allow.
The Tourists from the Majestic Theatre embark in about a hundred white and peerless cars, lights blazing, for a midnight ride to Paragon Park at Nantasket. The park reopens for a free supper and entertainment, with groups of actors exploring amusements before dawn returns them to Boston.
Mrs. Margaret E. Degnan of Dorchester was discharged after a hearing in Dorchester Court. Judge Churchill ruled the charges of illegally collecting garbage not sustained. Police officials and the city employee Samuel Nicholson were involved in the case, which tied to tensions between Police Commissioner O Meara and Mayor Fitzgerald.
A Boston newspaper spoof claims women shown to have passed civil service exams for city lab posts in Chicago are blocked by Chief Chemist Jones who fears distraction. Quotes from Mayor Fitzgerald and officials mock the idea that beauty affects efficiency.
Mrs Grover Cleveland arrives at Gray Gables with her French poodle Zuzu and English gardener. She plans renovations and landscaping and has carpenters building a luxurious courtyard for the dog. The poodle reportedly hunts cats, with a 60 cent bounty per cat.
Newport Rhode Island July 2 Newport society buzzes over a Fourth of July din ner and dance at Crossways hosted by Mrs Stuyvesant Fish. Cotillon leader Harry Lehr will direct the event. Guests must wear bathing suits for the costume affair. Local dressmakers plan elaborate outfits for the season opener.
Ward 7 Councilman William J. Foley faced a financial dispute as the Gaelic football game for the Fourth of July on Boston Common drew competing teams. A $100 appropriation sparked clashes among the Tipperary Ramblers Garry Owens Kickems Erin’s Hopes and Boston Rangers as Foley announced the match. He quipped about gray hairs and Ward 11’s past reluctance to take funds, noting a forced debate over who should receive the money and how the ward’s share would be allocated.
Charles Larabee, 23, of 41 Barclay street Worcester, was arrested by Station 2 officers and charged with breaking into Andrew McCance’s store on June 30 and stealing fountain pens and a revolver. He allegedly confessed to a July 1 break‑in at Berry stationery on Washington and Elm streets, taking boxes of stationery ink and writing materials.
Fashionable shops lure New York society women to wear gowns shoes hats and gloves of striking design on Fifth Avenue and at elite events. Women quietly tell friends where they bought items, aiding merchants in publicizing fashion. Leaders in society act as agents for wine soap money lenders and jewelry firms. Mrs S was chosen to wear a dainty jewelry piece to set a fad.
George Brown 74, a gardener, became totally blind while trimming his lawn today in Leominster. He was bending over with a hand sickle when the world suddenly went dark and he was led home weeping.
The Japanese government plans large scale silk farming in Canada. Oye tours the Northwest and intends to establish farms in Ontario and the United States. Japan will cover expenses and take all silk, appointing reps to sell fabric to manufacturers. Expected result is a significant drop in silk prices.
Jesse James Jr., son of the famous outlaw, is now a fully qualified lawyer after passing his professional exam in Kansas City Missouri last week. The event marks a notable shift from outlaw heritage to a legal career path for the younger James.
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