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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1911
Page
14
Ralph W. Maxter, a three year old son of a Boston and Maine brakeman, was struck by a train off Rutherford Avenue in Charles Town and killed instantly last evening. He resided with his wife at 4 Elm Street, Reading.
The speaker warns that time is short and only absolute quick clearance is needed. Prices have dropped to levels not even half of cost in some cases. They note last week's selling smashed all records, prompting a stronger push to liquidate inventory.
Announcement reiterates that the organization will not depart Boston, noting rents are rising and a new location will be announced soon. They may relocate temporarily if needed, but insist they will stay in Boston.
The governor vetoes the Ellis milk bill Foxboro hospital funding and the party enrolment bill, sparking one of the session’s fiercest battles. He says the milk bill cedes lawmaking to a commission, the hospital appropriation is too extravagant, and the enrolment act blocks general voter enrolment under the direct primary law.
The three vetoes touch on the Ellis bill sparking a major storm, the Foxboro Hospital project costing 114000 for an administration building and cottage, and a direct nom ination law affecting party enrolment at elections. Governors argues economy and legal questions, while Republicans fear party ballot shifts and possible bolt to Democrats. Court action planned to clarify the direct primary law.
A bill for a new State Finance Commission passes Ways and Means, aligned with Rep Michael J. Reidy’s draft but strips state appropriation control. The five member board would wield evidence gathering powers similar to the Boston Finance Commission, focusing on town finances. Governor Foss supports the measure, citing Lawrence as an example of need.
A prolonged drought in the Boston area and nationwide was broken by two light rain showers yesterday. Forecaster Smith predicts fair and cool weather today with no further moisture expected, dampening hopes for crops.
A heavy shower totaled .66 inches ending a dry spell that left a nearly two inch deficit for the month. The storm traced from a Michigan disturbance into Tennessee and Canada, triggering shipping warnings. Winds shifted from 25 mph as it moved away, promising relief if one or two more rains arrive within days. Farmers faced losses with lingered heat and dry spells, including a Milton farmer who culled an entire corn field for fodder.
Heavy gale yesterday toppled a huge horse chestnut on Castle Island planted in 1833 and scattered damage through Roxbury West Roxbury with numerous trees down including a maple on Lamartine Street Jamaica Plain. A 10-year-old boy named Robert O Brien nearly drowned after his tender untied and drifted toward Castle Island wall before a fisherman rescued him.
Clerks from the money order department are training for the Postal Savings Bank set to open August 1 at the Federal building in Post Office Square. Postmaster Mansfield, in Washington, met with Postmaster General Hitchcock on the new arrangement. The bank will issue 10 cent savings cards for children and sell 10 cent stamps, with nine stamps earning a $1 credit. Only even dollar deposits will be accepted to simplify bookkeeping. Circulars outlining rules will be issued this week, and signs mark the bank window location.
Fourteen year old George Tracey of 61 Crescent Street Cambridge while testing a new gymnastic trick with two looped ropes in his cellar became entangled and strangled. He was the son of Mr and Mrs R M Tracey and a student at Rindge Manual Training School. His sister Gertrude discovered the body yesterday after finding him missing.
A historical notice touts Luke Horsford acid phosphate teaspoonful dissolved in glass water to create a wholesome refreshing beverage. The ad claims strength and health benefits, urging readers to try the mixture as a tonic.
President Taft departs Beverly for Washington after a weekend at Parramatta. Telegrams pour in praising his reciprocity bill stance and broad minded spirit. He played golf in rain at Myopia with Major Butt, then reviewed correspondence and awaited Congress adjournment possibly returning to Beverly around August 10.
In Brookline the Farm district citizens led by George S Nyhen urged rejecting purchase of the Joyce estate near Roxbury line. They pressed for the Parsons school yard instead for a centrally located playground. The Board of Selectmen voted 3 to 2 to oppose the Joyce estate purchase.
Miss Mary F. Lawrence, at her Milton home, states she will follow her adoptive mother Mrs Mary J. Lawrence’s will. She rejects marrying Vincent Bulger and says she and Bulger are only old friends with no marriage plans, despite former intent.
In a advertent will case Miss Lawrence secures future receipt of most of Mrs Lawrence's 15000 estate. She recalls her late foster mother as the best of mothers and explains her long bond with Vincent Bulger remained purely friendly. She notes Bulger has a young lady friend and cannot understand why his name is linked to the matter.
Isaac Rodney Jones, 78, died at his Brookline home. A Harwich native, he moved to Boston around the Civil War era. A 25 year veteran of the paint and varnish trade, he spent 15 years in retirement. He married Harriet Sears in 1847. they had seven children, three living: Charles H. Jones of Commonwealth Shoe and Leather, Mrs. Henry P. Bailey of East Orange, N J, and Laura A. Jones in Brookline. His wife died in August 1906. A son, Arthur R. Jones, died last September.
Battleships Idaho of the third and Ohio of the fourth division reached Provincetown this afternoon while Michigan of the first and torpedo boat Trippe arrived close behind. A southerly gale up to 50 miles per hour drove heavy breakers across Long Point Shoal, stopping fleet evolutions and other exercises for hours.
At harbor the Ohio and other division ships fired salutes, then faced a gale that halted torpedo drills. Sailors boarded ships amid rain and rising winds. two boats ran ashore. Officer Fay was dispatched to Hayti, while a report about Nebraska near Race Point Light remained unverified. In court, Joseph Surman pleaded guilty to idle person charges and a fine of 25 dollars was imposed.
Portland July 24 The United Wireless Telegraph Company was declared bankrupt in U S District Court today following an attorney agreement. Selden Bacon of New York was named general receiver for the corporation after Roger Foster of New York petitioned to vacate Bacon’s receivership.
Our big Outing Suit Sale is drawing to a close with reduced prices on vacation suits. Patterns remain available, and shoppers can still find excellent options.
Wolf's My Clothier is easiest to reach from Haymarket Square Adams Square Scollay Square and Friend-Union Street stations along the Subway, guiding readers to the shop's location.
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