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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1913
Page
6
In an interview the mayor accuses Chairman John A. Sullivan and reform circles of conspiring to block the current administration from achieving its goals. He says reformers fear his plans to build monuments and municipal improvements that would crown his tenure as the banner administration.
Chairman Sullivan opposed a new fire alarm station claiming it would be a monument to the Mayor as the City Council Parkman fund committee faced pressure over delaying appropriations until funds appear in the city treasury. The Mayor accused the committee led by Councillor Collins of inaction and cited proposed improvements with no action since February.
London officials weigh whether to abolish the poet laureate position after the death of Alfred Austin. Kipling is favored by some, but scrutiny of recent work and royal remarks murk his bid. Other named contenders include Watson, Masefield, Newbolt, Noyes, Yeats, Phillips, and Dobson.
The Cambridge teachers won their salary raise by a 46 to 64 House vote. A referendum offer by Bren nan of Cambridge was rejected. Other measures included gas price limits, rail stock changes, and pay adjustments for state officials and firemen.
A government measure issued by the governor and council consolidates enforcement aims for Massachusetts waters. The chief of state police will oversee steps to prevent crime and ensure law compliance in maritime areas.
Attorney General Swift will investigate ice prices under the Hays order passed yesterday. The inquiry will determine how much ice is stored in the state and by ice companies in other states, plus any justification for current or future summer price increases.
Milton A Woodbury son of the late Howard C Woodbury filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in U S District Court listing debts of 7758 with no assets beyond 550 in household goods and jewelry exempt from seizure. He lists a 1779.55 debt to Elizabeth T Beals tied to board and lodging during cohabitation and other creditors including Howard C Woodbury estate 5084 Sarah J Woodbury 350 John L Dyer 75 and Dr George C Smith 20.
Plans for a coalition of Progressives and the Good Government Association Municipal League forces in the coming municipal campaign have virtually been completed. The information leaked out despite efforts to keep it secret for some time longer.
A reform coalition led by the Bull Moose plans a conference with Good Government Association and Municipal League delegates to choose a mayoralty candidate acceptable to both sides. Two names will be presented by the Bull Moose, with reform groups asked to support one. Exact meeting date not set.
Patient Miss Mazie Russell reports severe piles relieved by Resinol Soap and Ointment after two jars. She describes immediate relief and full cure, urging others to try the product. Free trials available by writing to Resinol Dept. 468 Baltimore Maryland. widely sold by druggists.
James J. Phelan of Hornblower Weeks testified in a suit against Richard Dow of Marion and Boston. Dow claims mis representations caused losses from the Sealshipt Oyster Company securities. Dow released part of his claim but seeks damages for preferred stock as well. The firm argues the release covered both common and preferred stock. The dispute centers on party intent when the release was given and funds paid.
Aged wrinkled faces can appear youthful with a drug store wax mask. Apply at night and wash off in the morning to reveal a pinky white complexion. Freckles liver spots and blemishes fade as the worn skin discards. A saxolite wash lotion offers instant wrinkle relief.
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