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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1912
Page
16
Mrs. Samuel N. Brown the wife of the late Fairbanks Scales heir appears to have arranged the disposition of her husband’s estate to satisfy her stepson Harold Brown despite the will’s provisions, with probate expected soon.
Harold Brown, a Spanish war veteran, yachtsman, aviator and club man, fought against his father's marriage to Mrs. Charlotte T. Bradford. At age 3, he disliked his mother-in-law and never hid it. His father died recently at home in Swampscott leaving an estate worth several millions.
It is feared the son may not be fully satisfied with his share though the will is not filed yet and will be probated in a day or two. Provisions remain unknown. Mrs. Brown aims to avoid contest and plans satisfactory arrangements to provide for her stepson regardless of the will.
Charles Goodrich, five, was run over by a Valveline Oil Co truck at 154 Broadway Chelsea yesterday afternoon. His left leg was crushed and later amputated at Frost Hospital. The driver Rufus E. Wright did not see the boy in time.
An old advertisement promotes Horsford's Acid Phosphate as relief for sour stomach sick headache and nausea and as an excellent appetizer targeting dyspeptics. The copy emphasizes quick relief and digestive aid.
Scientists study a major Alaska earthquake and related Behring Strait changes. Observations from Seattle expeditions may reveal sea floor shifts that could close Behring Strait and create land bridges linking Alaska and Siberia, enabling a Sitka to Vladivostok rail link and a Boston to Paris route in the distant future.
A nationwide drive begins July 8 to petition President Taft to withdraw as the Republican presidential candidate. Congress members, state lawmakers, and local officials back the effort to heal the party rift before the Roosevelt convention planned for August 5 in Chicago. Petitions will circulate nationwide within a week, aided by several prominent Republicans and possibly Senator Dixon’s progressive group. The aim is to gauge regular Republicans' support for Taft stepping aside to restore party harmony.
Governor Chase S. Osborn of Michigan calls on Republicans to oppose a new party and vote for Woodrow Wilson if dissatisfied with Taft. He argues party unity, notes Democratic leaders supported Wilson, and says Roosevelt’s name may be a temporary option but not a new party foundation.
Clement A. Griscom's summer residence at Watch Hill suffered extensive damage after a fire started by a defective flue. Firemen soaked the roof while residents helped move valuables. damage runs to many thousands of dollars though flames were confined to the roof.
The Boston School Committee discusses appointing Professor Ernest Carroll Moore of Yale as superintendent of schools. Moore, ex-superintendent in Los Angeles, is reportedly willing to join if terms are satisfactory to the committee.
July 8 verdict finds Corrado Sortino and eight others guilty of murders linked to the Cuccolo case. Sentences range from five to 30 years plus surveillance. In cage Di Marinas cuts his throat, triggering pandemonium as prisoners shout protests and police restore order.
In Trenton on July 8 8 Vice Chancellor Stevens ruled in the Norman D Hooker case that ten million dollars of National Sugar Refining Company stock was issued to Henry O Havemeyer without consideration. He invites further argument before final decree and suggests modes of enforcement.
Russell L. Steinert of 401 Commonwealth Avenue pleaded not guilty yesterday in Roxbury District Court to manslaughter in the death of Louis H. Tempeste of 467 Columbus Avenue following an automobile accident Saturday. He was held in 6000 for the grand jury.
Former Judge Robert S. Hudspeth vice chair of the Democratic National Committee from New Jersey asked Governor Wilson to drop his name from consideration for national chairman He said he prefers William F McCombs the Wilson campaign manager as the office and would decline if offered.
The governor and Essex County foe James R. Nugent shook hands after a year. Nugent came with New Jersey delegates to a lunch in which E F Grosscup, Democratic State chairman, invited 500 party members. Former Senator James Smith Jr. also received an invite but could not attend. Nugent declared support for the ticket. Senator Hughes arranged a 5 pm meeting with Samuel Gompers and AFL leaders in Trenton to discuss labor issues.
After 24 hours of rain authorities abandon a search for George Wilson, the prisoner who attacked a guard with a chisel at the Tombs and held 26 keepers at bay with a guard’s gun after dropping into a manhole in the prison yard.
Cassius Ui Hallock city dog constable aged 50 killed himself tonight in Newport Rhode Island. No reason is known for the act and the event is under police inquiry.
Retail kosher meat dealers across Roxbury Dorchester Chelsea Malden Lynn Cambridge and the North West and South Ends gather at 341 Harrison Avenue to decide opening their shops for business today.
Dealers say the cost of beef is high not due to Jewish people and that meat prices will stay the same. Most dealers ordered meat last night and wholesale buyers accepted purchases. Some dealers foresee trouble and will seek police protection from strikers or pickets.
Gray, piloting a seaplane with Moley, climbs to about 200 feet before a waterlogged pontoon causes a forced descent. The craft crashes into the sea, one wing crumples, both men submerged briefly yet surface safely. A pocketbook with $200 is lost.
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