Governor Hopeful Examines Em and State Leadership
A student asks Col. Goetting for his view on the political prospects of a candidate nicknamed Em. The exchange probes governance themes and leadership prospects amid state affairs.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1905
Page
4
A student asks Col. Goetting for his view on the political prospects of a candidate nicknamed Em. The exchange probes governance themes and leadership prospects amid state affairs.
In a Boston hotel corridor Colonel Goetting of Springfield chats with a reporter about his lieutenant-governor candidacy while pondering the impact of remarks by Draper and Hall. He deflects questions on timing and vows to announce formally later, stressing independence from promotion pressures.
In the State House interview General Nelson A. Miles dodges talk of a Democratic gubernatorial bid. The Postman presses on possible 1908 presidential implications while noting Miles’s calm, reserved response and leaving the decision to time and conditions.
Former State Committeeman Alfred E. Cox runs for the Governor's Council from the sixth district. A. C. Dowse backs the campaign with notes that Malden has never held a Council seat, signaling experienced Republican leadership and a campaign focus on district representation.
South Boston politics buzz over senatorial battle as Congressman McNary avoids interview amid shifting alliances. Rumors link McNary with ex Sen McIsaac and ex Alderman Norris while Edward Logan is named a Senate candidate. Officials expect statements from McIsaac, Logan, Collins, and Norris.
Keen rivalry among House members for the vacancy on the special recess committee to study railroad and street railway legislation in Massachusetts. The seat opens after the death of Rep. Mellen A. Pingree of Haverhill. Speaker Frothingham will appoint.
Congressman William S McNary denies rumors he will run for re election to the State committee chair or for mayor. He confirms plans to travel to the Philippines with a party leaving San Francisco on July 8 and notes strong contenders for governor like General Miles or John R Thayer. He says personally he has no aim to chair the committee.
Thousands filled the streets around Wolf's store in Hanover and Portland last summer to hear free performances by the American Watch Company Band of Waltham. The series resumes Friday June 30 with Stiles Ninth Regiment Band of Lynn, conductor John M. Flockton.
In Superior Court Judge Bishop awarded John J. Dacey four thousand dollars in a suit against the Boston and Maine railroad. Dacey, a station yard employee at Charles Town, was knocked down and seriously injured on August 19, 1903 when a plank toppled by a shifting engine struck him.
Charlestown erupts with campaign fervor as Edward L. Quigley announces a bid for the Suffolk second district Senate. He positions as anti machine, supported by insurgents favoring John F. Fitzgerald for mayor, opposing incumbent James J. Mellen who backs Corbett among machine allies.
Anti machine factions back Francis J. Doherty to oppose Dolan and Cauley in the aldermanic race as party lines split. Insurgent candidates McDonald and Conway prepare bold bids in Ward 3, while insurgents hint at carrying the Charles town district for Fitz in the mayoralty contest.
Rockland June 23 A wagon load of liquor seized by the town committee to curb illegal traffic was captured by hoodlums and 200 youths fought for a drink. Indignation rose over the police precautions in this unprecedented scene.
Dr A Morgan of Indianapolis writes that regular physicians rarely endorse patent medicines but finds Peruna scientifically prepared with herbal remedies of high value. He calls it a specific for catarrh of head lungs or stomach and valuable for female trouble and motherhood. He recommends it for convalescents and all ages.
Dr A P Bogue a former Howard University anatomy professor writes from the Bureau of Education Washington DC recommending Peruna as an excellent remedy for catarrh and colds. He notes many physicians oppose proprietary medicines yet Peruna has gained favor and is used even in physicians' families before being prescribed for patients.
Patrick J. Kyle of the street department, removed without a hearing, seeks reinstatement. The law department will notify Superintendent Donovan to place Kyle back on the payroll, with back pay argued by former counsel. New counsel Colonel Hesseltine opposes settlement and demands full reinstatement without condition. If followed, no mandamus action will be needed.
Eight year old Stanley Beale of Clarendon avenue Newtonville disappeared after leaving home at about 8 am to visit relatives in West Newton. Parents reported him missing late this evening and a general alarm was issued. He wore a brown blouse and black knickerbockers with a blue cap and tennis shoes.
Readers learn that Dr Miles Anti-Pain Pills remove headaches and pains quickly by taking a tablet at onset. The ad emphasizes rapid relief for social and business engagements without delay. It presents a confident testimonial style typical of vintage medicine ads.
Advertises Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as a harmless remedy that both prevents and cures all pains. Claims soothing effects on nerves and muscles and features a Santa Ana testimonial. Promises full refund if first package does not help with headaches. Priced at 26 cents for 25 doses. Never sold in bulk.
Eben Draper will not reply to Eugene N. Foss over his tariff critique. Draper’s supporters say he aims for a broad party and open discussion of candidates while urging loyal unity after nominations.
Chairman Whelton announced committee assignments for July 4 celebrations. Aldermen Curley Whelton Bolton Cauley Frothingham and councilors Donnelly Roberts Warner Beatty Sullivan 5 led music. various wards listed for athletic games sailing regatta Whitehall races Gaelic football and ward duties with multiple aldermen and councilmen named.
Dr. W. Green of Los Angeles criticizes most patent medicines but praises Peruna. He reports prescribing it for catarrh of respiratory and digestive organs and for female weakness and ovarian troubles, claiming many women are now healthy mothers thanks to Peruna.
Joseph Storey 82 longtime deacon of Bowdoin Square Tabernacle and a key figure in the Rev William W Downs scandal era died suddenly of heart disease at the Langham Hotel. Born 1823 he joined Bowdoin Square Baptist Church as a youth and married the daughter of Deacon Wilber later becoming a leading church member during the 1885 Downs controversy that split the congregation.
Ten year old William Kelly of 34 Villa Lane Brookline was playing near freight trains in the Cottage Farm yards of the Boston and Albany line when a moving car ran over his right foot. He was taken to City Hospital by Station 16 ambulance with fears of ankle amputation.
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