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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1906
Page
5
The rules committee report accuses multiple legislators of bribery and press influence. It urges expulsion for Frank J. Gethro and censure for Simon Swig while defending press freedom and denouncing unsubstantiated claims.
The testimony details Gethro's denials of taking money or improper influence for legislation. He confirms occasional rumors about bills like the water and bucket shop measures, but says most talk was joking and not direct. He recalls conversations with Representative Leonard about votes and a brief exchange on the telephone bill, and he states he promised Logan to support the bucket shop bill.
The rules committee cites testimony by Edwin F. Leonard Jacob Mock and John Goodhue alleging Representative Frank J. Gethro offered to influence votes on the bucket shop bill. Leonard recounts Gethro approaching him in the House corridor offering payment for a vote change. Mock describes a later offer and a $50 proposal presented by an intermediary. Goodhue states a colleague hinted at influence on the bill, attributed to Gethro.
Senator Logan questions witnesses about who could aid inquiry and whether lobbyists like Fernald or Sullivan were present. Fleming and Southworth trace lobbying ties as testimony reveals interests in stock, probate judges, and temperance measures. Swig and Dowd discuss alleged offers for votes linked to the bucket shop bill.
Representative Swig fights censure denial as allies argue no malice or intent to injure in statements. They claim the investigation targets bribery charges, not contradictory stories, and note most bill opponents escaped, while Swig backed the bill and faces censure despite his role.
An old advertisement claims Peruna offers the best cure for systemic catarrh and related ailments. The copy emphasizes universal efficacy and urges readers to trust this remedy for widespread symptoms.
General A. F. Hawley of Washington writes Peruna benefits kidney trouble and coughs amid systemic catarrh. testimonials from W. R. Callahan of Glenvar Virginia and Joseph Klee of Topeka Kansas praise appetite, head, and kidney relief after Peruna use.
A Cincinnati man recalls a Berlin physician who blamed coffee for his sleeplessness and weight loss, insisting he could be cured in 30 days by stopping coffee and stimulants and changing his diet. He returned home with Postum Food Coffee for his recovery.
Representative Swig faces censure by the rules committee over conflicting statements prompting scrutiny. He was questioned at length as the panel sought to address the discrepancy and its potential implications.
The Post prints quotes from John J. Quinlan of the Metropolitan Stock Exchange and Thomas W. Lawson reacting to the bribery report. Lawson vows to spark a major upheaval, promising to drop bombshells on House members next Tuesday and warning lawmakers of forthcoming action.
Fahey criticizes the report as nearly useless and complains the committee and newspapers avoided accountability. He claims secrecy excuses collapse and questions why the district police investigation was not pursued by those responsible.
Report quotes lawmakers and witnesses on alleged bribery in the State House. Calls for public sessions and detectives, criticism of the committee, and mentions of gambling houses and the Logan bill shaping the bribery controversy. Statements from Representatives Callahan Shields McManus Swig Gethro Fernerald reflect mixed views on the committee report.
Fragmented remarks from multiple representatives about a report and evidence. Quotes reflect uncertainty from McDonald, Phelan, O Rourke, and others as they discuss the committee’s findings and statements.
Dedham June 15 An injunction was filed by Cochrane Manufacturing Company through treasurer J Eugene Cochrane against the Carpet Workers Union and its officers. A Boston hearing is set for Tuesday at 10 am to stop intimidation near the company’s facilities and transportation hubs and to prevent interference with current employees.
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