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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1910
Page
2
Boston launches campaign to keep city streets clean after a National Education Association convention. Mayor endorses a permanent Spotless Town effort led by Secretary Leahy. He urges public self control to avoid littering streets and parks, noting improved looks during the delegates’ visit.
An eight year user recounts severe dermatitis with skin peeling and pain for three years. After trying eight doctors and various remedies, a single box of Cuticura Ointment cured the condition and prevented further work disruption. The note invites readers to request the Cuticura Book from Potter Drug & Chem. Corporation.
Frederick J. McLeod, chairman of the Democratic State Committee, accuses Republicans of sowing dissension within the Democratic party to boost Republican chances this fall in the state. The claim frames intra party strife as a strategic electoral play.
Chairman McLeod brands as false the stories that Democrats are lining up for Congressman Foss and claims Republicans seek to sow trouble within the party. He says harmony may come from a conference among candidates and that rivals can unite for the Democratic standard this fall. He notes a concerted effort to breach Democratic ranks and remains sanguine about the nomination fight straightening out. He calls for a party-wide focus on principles and unity.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a pure non stimulant kidney liver and bladder remedy made from vegetables. It claims purity quality and strength in every bottle with sample offers and a free information booklet upon request to Dr Kilmer Co Bing hampton N Y and to mention the Boston Daily Post.
In Dedham on July 11, Melrose Heights scientists released 1000 anaspatus flies and 200 calosoma beetles to feed on gypsy moths. The insects, bred to combat the pest, were distributed by John Shaffner of Dover to George A. Phillips, town tree warden, and C. H. Southerland of Westwood, each receiving sizeable consignments for early morning release.
Chairman McLeod dismissed rumors of a statewide drive to back any governor candidate. He said no contest exists now and he expects a conference among potential nominees to resolve the matter. He accused Republicans of trying to keep the race open to hinder Democrats, linking this to Foss supporters wavering amid union disputes.
The Boston Floating Hospital set a record with 239 patients enjoying a cool breeze off Long Island as Captain Simpson found a spot to shelter them. Selina B. C. Merritt Day was celebrated due to a provision in the benefactress's will. Six new permanent patients were added overnight, bringing total permanent patients to 58. Day patients reached 289,188, with the rest being mothers and 15 infants deemed too young to leave home.
Chicago July 11 Under the terms of the will of the late Melville W Fuller chief justice of the Supreme Court of the United States filed today in the Probate Court the children of the jurist and the direct heirs will share equally in the division of his estate which is estimated at nearly 1 000 000
Mrs Mary Ratti and her two sons Brollo and Bas lena were arrested on charges of assaulting Jacob Parcini after he sought Mary Ratti's hand. Parcini says he was waylaid at midnight and beaten unconscious for hours. The dispute arose from Parcini's suit for Mary Ratti's marriage.
A food expert notes that Grape-Nuts and cream supply nutrients from wheat and barley with potassium phosphate to support brain and nerve function, reflecting traditional views on nutrition and digestion.
An ad notes a cherished element kept in food with the slogan There's a Reason and promotes reading the famous little book The Road to Wellville found in packages.
The schooner Emilia Enos at T wharf with flag half mast for four crewmen lost off the South Channel grounds last Friday. The men Percy Davis John Tyson William Williams and Thomas Smart were brought to port aboard Flora J Nickerson after the wreck. Davis and Tyson from Rockland Maine. Williams from Bay of Bulls N F. Smart from Newfoundland. Captain Enos searched amid fog for hours then set course for Boston with the flag still at half mast.
Washington July 11. The postmaster general issued an order noting that letters mailed by Mrs Frances F Cleveland widow of President Cleveland have postage due at their destination. The recently passed bill grants transmission free of charge to Mrs Cleveland and Mrs Mary Lord Harrison widow of President Harrison.
Fifteen Essex County Penitentiary inmates aided by guards fought a house fire sparked by a lightning strike near the prison. Their swift, disciplined actions helped prevent the blaze from reaching surrounding homes, prompting Warden Martin to seek parole consideration for the men.
In Templeton Julia EB French moved her hens and roosters to a distant farm under an out of court agreement reached after complaints from guests at the Templeton Inn. The birds will stay away until November 1 and return each year on May 1.
Clarence A. Evans of Danvers, deputy bank commissioner of Massachusetts, was named vice-president of the Merchants' National Bank of Worcester. The position is a new one created for his occupancy.
Obituary notices list multiple deaths including Capen Cook Cronin Fahey Farrell Gibbons Higginbotham Hirschberg Kilduff Lambert Lawless McKenney Monahan Moss Murphy Neal Reagan among others with funeral arrangements, church services and burial details across Boston area towns including Roxbury Dorchester East Boston and South Boston. Relatives invited to attend.
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