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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
4
Early morning blaze at Embree's boat house in North Weymouth destroyed the wooden structure, measuring 250 by 70 feet, and spread to the nearby residence of John V. Deader, both consumed by fire. Witnesses said flames leaped and gave the appearance of an explosion from a distance.
Taft and Roosevelt delegates in Chicago seek a compromise on delegation officers. Roosevelt forces favor the credentials committee seat over chairmanship, with Speaker Grafton Cushing named as possible compromise chairman if Charles S. Baxter joins the credentials panel.
The issue targets housewives with features on embroidery designs, illustrated Paris fashions, a complete set of cooking recipes and weekly menus, and a household helps page for daily chores.
Democratic national committee members are quietly formulating creation of a chairman of the campaign committee. The new officer will work with the national chairman and may not be a member of the national committee. Selection will be made by the presidential candidate after conferring with new national committee members. The national chairman retains general charge of the campaign.
National Committeeman Daniels urges nominating the man who finishes second on the final presidential ballot for vice president at Baltimore. He cites 1884 as a guide and argues the VP choice must be a strong national figure who supports the party platform and can become president if needed. He names Wilson Clark Harmon Underwood as possible second-place selections depending on the final vote.
Tremont Theatre launched summer programming with the farcical comedy Little Miss Fix It starring Alice Lloyd in the title role. The plot follows a newly married wife who meddles in friends love lives, ending with reconciliation in the final act. Supporting turns from Lionel Walsh Grace Field James Lane Frederic Santley Annie Buckley add to the lively show with songs and dances including Splash Me and I'll Build an Eden for You.
A car owned by Mrs. Ferguson of Cambridge rolled down the hill from Hotel Warren and struck the General Warren statue railing in Warren square Roxbury. The impact damaged the railing and the auto while Mrs. Ferguson was inside the hotel.
A war of words and contested delegations unfolds as Taft bosses including Barnes Crane Murphy Mulvane Penrose and Borah clash with Roosevelt supporters over seating at the Chicago convention. Kentucky Indiana and other states figure in disputed districts amid allegations of mass corruption and irregularities.
Roosevelt strategists announce a Friday afternoon mass meeting at Chicago's largest theatre as a prelude to the Republican national convention. Judge Ben Lindsay and Francis J. Heney are slated to speak. R. R. McCormick named chairman of the Roosevelt delegate committee with about 100 assistants. Cummins and La Follette factions push for Iowa Senator and Wisconsin Senator candidacies.
The district split awarded Colonel Roosevelt and President Taft one delegate each after a day dominated by Taft wins. Roosevelt supporters had varied responses across Kentucky contests, with some acquiescing and others voting 11 to 17 against Taft decisions.
Providence June 11 In charging the jury in the case against Albert Cobrain for neglect to provide for his wife Judge Stearns states Providence is a suitable domicile for a married man. Cobrain says he offered a home here but she declined to move. The court notes a man may choose domicile and the wife must follow if the home is in a suitable place. Hank the Hermit and his menagerie are featured in next Sunday's Post comic section.
The engagement of Mayor George G. Young and Miss Irene McAlpine of Boston was announced. They plan a September wedding and a two month abroad trip. Miss McAlpine, a Wellesley graduate, led charity work in Cumberland since 1911 and has a background in prison reform and social work. Mayor Young is serving his second term and previously supported Cumberland’s professional baseball efforts.
A 77 year old boy is dying in Frost Hospital Chelsea after being struck by Automobile 46 of the Taxi Service Company of Boston on Broadway Chelsea near Everett avenue. He suffered a deep scalp wound and brain concussion. In the taxi were Captain Mark Brooks US Navy, George H Foss Malden Charles M Kerins Forest Hills and James W Paxton Washington DC.
The Knights of Malta grand commandery held its annual convention at Odd Fellows Hall in North Cambridge. Elected were Grand commander Dr. Charles C. Purdum. grand generalisimo Charles B. Wilson. grand prelate Rev. W. H. Lann in. grand recorder Frederick H. Wilson. grand captain-general D. L. Simpson. grand treasurer David I. Robinson. trustee W. E. Higgins. representatives Clarence F. Walker and Dr. Charles C. Purdum.
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