Walsh weighs port expert for Boston project
Governor Walsh announced plans to appoint an expert to audit the 9 million dollar port appropriation. The specialist will determine spent funds, remaining needs, and any surplus to aid the port board under a new act. The expert will advise on contract approvals for the drydock and East Boston pier.
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Fire Department Civil Service Examinations Planned
Fire Commissioner Grady announced a civil service exam for Aug 12 to promote privates to lieutenant after six years of service. The eligible list includes 506. Additional exams for lieutenants captains and district chiefs will be held. three years service required for lieutenant and captain promotions.
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Whiskey Found Hidden in Waltham's Central House Ruins
Workmen tearing down the Central House on Main street Waltham unearthed four quart bottles of whiskey believed to be at least 50 years old hidden between the rafters. The building, built in 1798, is being demolished for a new public library.
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Bird Firm in Refusal to Run for Governor
Charles Sumner Bird reiterates he will not seek the governorship citing personal reasons. The Progressive committee pressed him after a prior withdrawal and will again seek help from ex-President Roosevelt to influence his stance.
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Bird ends bid amid Progressive push in Massachusetts
Charles Sumner Bird declares he will not run, urging a three cornered race with the Progressive party leading the challenge. The piece notes reactions from Roosevelt allies and the slate of potential Progressive candidates and state officials seeking nominations ahead of the legislature campaign kickoff.
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McCall and Cushing Poised as Republican Ticket for Fall
Republicans McCall and Cushing appear set as the likely heads of the party ticket for the fall election. The pair is seen as the front runners for the nomination with support from key party figures and local bases.
Whimsical Saying Cautions Against Marriage for Money
A reader warns against marrying solely for money with a humorous remark about appearances. The item reflects social caution in domestic matters and uses a playful tone to discourage opportunism.
Beals, longtime Boston Post manager, dies at 328 Dartmouth
Joshua Gardner Beals age details, a 30 year Back Bay resident and former co owner of the Boston Post, died of heart failure at home. He studied at Harvard graduating AB and AM in 1858 and 1861. Survived by widow Edith Simmons and three children. Funeral at 2 p.m. Thursday July 16.
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Byrne Denies Favoring Edison Contract Letter to Editor
Thomas W. Byrne states he did not express support for the Edison street lighting contract. He recalls a luncheon question about lamp bulb costs and says his remarks amounted to no endorsement and that he viewed the contract as not in the city's interests.
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Packard Chief Blames Wilson Tariff Policy
In a letter to the editor, Packard Automobile Company President Henry B. Joy answers a New York Journal inquiry on tariff effects. Joy says the Wilson tariff legislation undermines current business, arguing it benefits Europe without reciprocal returns. Boston. July 13.
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Edison Co's Ultimatum Forces 10-Year Boston Lighting Pact
President Edgar of the Edison Electric Illuminating Company served notice on Mayor Curley that Boston must sign a 10-year street lighting contract or no contract at all. Curley said Edgar would not consider a five-year term, and the city, with Edison holding a street lighting monopoly, must accept the offered terms.
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Drowned boy in Roxbury at Curtis & Pope’s wharf
William A. Goldwaite a 13 year old of 8 Lansdown street Roxbury drowned near Curtis and Pope's lumber wharf Roxbury canal after losing balance while gathering firewood with other children. Police and harbor units searched through the evening until low tide recovered the body.
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De Ferrari Divorce Refused in Local Court
Mrs. Justinia M. A. De Ferrari fails to obtain a divorce from Joseph R. De Ferrari, noted fruit dealer of the city. The long dispute includes custody of their son with previous transfers to Ohio and Pennsylvania and a Westward transfer by Pro bate Court officer Fred Finnegan.
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Judge Refuses Divorce Grounds in De Ferrari Case
Judge McLaughlin finds insufficient proof of ill treatment to grant a divorce on that ground but keeps the matter on the docket. Mrs De Ferrari receives 2000 dollars immediate, plus 10 dollars weekly, rising to 15 during July to September when she gets custody of their son Giovanni. De Ferrari is not found guilty of infidelity or cruelty and retains custody for the rest of the year. both parties remain under court jurisdiction.
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Car and truck collision injures passenger in West Roxbury
An electric car of the Bay State Street Railway Company and a Parker Express Company auto truck collided at Washington and South streets West Roxbury shortly before 6 pm. One person was injured with several shaken. Miss Mary O'Reilly of 78 Harvard street Dedham suffered abrasions but went home unassisted.
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Felt Named Executive Secretary of Republican State Organization
Benjamin F. Felt of Melrose was appointed executive secretary of the Republican State organization. The announcement came yesterday from Chairman Edward A. Thurston of the Republican State Committee. Felt has held newspaper positions in Boston for 12 years and will assist in preparations for the fall campaign as the party plans to organize at the legislative committee meeting.
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Curley Signs Street Order for Unaccepted Streets
Mayor Curley signed a second order this year to proceed with laying out and constructing many unaccepted streets. The measure appropriates 400 for private work and makes available 800000 this year plus 300000 from last year for such construction. Several streets from last year’s appropriation are already being fixed up.
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Stolen Lawn Gear Tiled in Somerville Court
Andrew Schofield faces Somerville Police Court for stealing a pastor’s lawn mower and rake from R. Hendrik Vossemma of Water Hill Universalist Church yesterday and selling them for 75 cents.
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