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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1912
Page
2
Lawrence authorities blame blood and thunder motion pictures for the death of 11 year old Louis Dion who was killed Sunday afternoon by a .22 rifle bullet fired by his friend Henry Talbot Dion had signed a note giving Talbot direction in the incident and the city faces public reaction over violence in films
Advert says ethine double strength removes freckles overnight with one ounce typically sufficient. Available from Houghton and Dutton Drug Co and Riker Jaynes Drug Co. Guarantee money back if it fails to remove freckles. Light freckles vanish. dark spots begin to disappear by morning.
The incident follows three youths Talbot LeBlanc and an accomplice who shot a chum from a home window during a film screening of Written in Blood. Their families blame crime-suggesting pictures and seek reform school rather than prison. The boys, once students at St. Anne's Parochial School, face trial with lawyer Rogers representing.
Sea Girt New Jersey July 29 Governor Wilson arrived back in the summer capital after a five day sea cruise. He looked tanned and vigorous and said his weariness from weeks of hard work after his nomination had lifted.
The Governor prepared a six thousand word draft of his presidential nomination acceptance speech during a five day cruise aboard Cleveland H. Dodge's yacht Corona. He and Mrs. Wilson reported no seasickness and described the voyage as pleasant while drifting in Long Island Sound. He denied unauthorized statements about his views on the Stanley committee report and the battleship program and said he would not intervene in House plans.
Brussels July 29 It is believed Kid McCoy arrested in London on an extradition warrant over a Belgium jewel robbery will soon be freed Some claim he was a victim of a conspiracy by the real robbers who lured him to Ostend under the pretext of a boxing match to divert suspicion from themselves.
Mass Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals received many calls for open bridle straps to replace blinders. Supplies exhausted before afternoon, with a second instalment not ready until Wednesday or Thursday. Straps distributed free to applicants as part of the campaign.
Get a swell two piece suit at Harrison's sale for 6 3 4 dollars. Elegant light colored fabrics in all sizes. Corner Beach Street opposite the Gaiety Theatre Washington.
Colonel Roosevelt predicted the new party will draw heavily from the Democratic ranks across the nation. He expects silk stocking Republicans to oppose him, offset by working men switching from Democrats. He believes he can win the west of the Alleghenies and parts of the northeast, including Massachusetts and Connecticut, as Connecticut leaders now expect a win.
Franklin B. Dyer, superintendent of Cincinnati Public Schools, submitted his resignation at a special board meeting. The move, described as a promotion to a larger field of education, was unanimously accepted amid assurances the board did not interfere with his tenure.
In heavy rain 10000 gathered on the Common to honor the Madonna of Mount Carmel. Ernest Borelli of Winchester oversaw the show his first U.S. exhibit. Borelli earned 12 medals and an Italian government honor for displays. The highlight was the Battle of Port Arthur as fifty bombs lit the night in rotation.
Rod Brayton the 10-year-old son of ex City Clerk Brayton of Fall River was almost instantly killed when a street car struck him on New York avenue after he rode onto the track riding home from a friend’s house. Two autos passed at the top of the grade causing confusion before the outbound car could stop.
The State board may reinstate workers of the Elevated company to their former ratings after a five clause dispute is settled. The grand jury probes the strike while the board considers posting the runs and recalling 2000 plus workers. Estimates of total losses range up to four million dollars with 3200 to 4000 on strike.
Harrison Co offers men's suits raincoats Norfolk suits and khaki pants at bargain prices. Blue serge Norfolks and fancy worsted suits advertised with prices around 7.75 and 6.75. Mens pants listed at 1.98. Located at 662 672 Washington St opposite Gaiety Theatre.
The Suffolk county grand jury, convened to probe perjury and conspiracy allegations against elevated officials, spent hours reviewing stenographic reports of State Board of Arbitration testimony. General Bancroft, Andrew Howard, and trainmaster George H. Benjamin testified. over 100 witnesses have appeared as hearings continue.
Loyalist employees refuse to strike against the company even if striking Carmen workers return with ratings. They will oppose aspects of the agreement only through Former Attorney General Herbert Parker before the State Board of Arbitration and Conciliation. Parker said he will represent the loyalists to ensure fair interpretation of the agreement and no point of difference with the plan.
Boston Central Labor executive board at a special meeting unanimously adopted a resolution of thanks to Governor Eugene N. Foss Mayor Fitzgerald Secretary John B. MacPherson of the New England Civic Federation Lucius Tuttle Edward Hamlen Charles Dennison Meyer Bloomfield and other public spirited citizens for restoring industrial peace between the Boston Elevated Street Railway Company and its employees. A copy of the resolutions will be sent to each honoree and press copies provided.
Thousands of blue serge suits color guaranteed offered at half retail prices. Suits priced from $7.75 and up, with nothing under $15 elsewhere. S. H. Harrison Co. at Washington corner Beach St. opposite Gaiety runs a sale.
Advertises Sargol as a painless method to gain weight and improve vigor. Offers a free 60-cent package by mail after sending name address and 10 cents for distribution to Sargel Company, 360 Herald Bldg, Binghamton New York.
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