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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1909
Page
2
A promotion offers 5.00 to the first woman or girl who spots misrepresentations or exaggerations in department store signs and price lists. The ad then details numerous discounted garments and stockings with varied prices and sizes.
The famed Kerry goat Skellig Mohr balks at becoming the USS Vermont mascot during Evacuation Day ceremonies. Despite cheers and a formal presentation by District Attorney Hill, the goat refuses the gangplank, drawn up by Col Scannell, and is finally placed on deck under guard as the ship’s band plays The Minnstrel Boy. The scene recalls his legendary battles from Kerry to St Brendan’s Day.
Dr Charles D Smith chairman of the Maine State Board of Health cites law banning tuberculous beef from sale in Maine under Section 2 Chapter 129. A separate statute requires kerosene oil to be poured into arteries and over diseased carcasses. Portland inspectors monitor cattle for export and a yearly tuberculin test protects the city milk supply. The writer urges voters to reconsider Governor Draper's record. v. T Esten Littleton March 15.
A reader accuses Governor Draper and Dr Peters of violating a statute and prioritizing property interests over public health. The letter argues selling infected beef harms the poor and questions the $70,000 yearly savings to the state. The critic suggests Draper and Peters would resist the policy if faced with infected beef themselves.
The Vermont's commander accepted a noble animal for the crew noting its rough voyage and colors of its homeland as well as its adoptive land. Sailors praised the goat while joking about insurance and the mascot's kindness to the crew as they celebrated with a short reception and song.
John W. Watters Company launches a new women s specialty shop at 566 Washington Street in the Jefferson building opposite the Adams House. The remodel includes a 150 foot broad areaway and heavy French mirrors for full length viewing as modern shopping devices.
The Ten Associates will hold its annual reunion and dance at Lyceum Hall East Boston this evening. Proceeds fund the club summer camp at Beachmont. The dance committee includes Edward Sennett chairman Robert Barry Samuel Susan John J Scannell Fred Riley Edward Dolan William Alexander William Duggan Joseph Kelly and Robert O Neil.
On March 16 Davis & Brown mills shift to full time after weeks of 49-hour weeks. The Uxbridge woolen plant manufactures woolens and began continuous operation today.
A short note claims marine bye tonic helps weak tired eyes and tired eyelids. The text suggests using the tonic for relief from eye strain and fatigue.
A Boston reader, a lifelong Republican, writes March 16 to state he will vote against Governor Eben Draper in the next election if needed to preserve suffrage. He criticizes Draper for actions harming public health and the integrity of law to protect an appointee’s reputation.
The Boston Post wins praise from Ipswich for advocating pure meats and enforcing sale laws. Governor Draper asks the State Board of Health to investigate the Post's charges about slightly infected tuberculosis beef and report if laws are being ignored. The Post prints most Massachusetts Mayors’ opinions, nearly all supporting the newspaper’s stance.
The Lawrence Telegram argues for a one month halt on beef purchases to pressure sellers of infected meat. It criticizes forcing vegetarians while urging state officials to enforce existing food purity laws and protect consumers.
Father Manis S. J. themes hell as a moral force, arguing against secular views and urging belief in the soul and divine justice. He warns against neo paganism and material living, and stresses God’s mercy alongside justice. Father Ennis to bless parish babies at 4 pm with husbands urged to bring wives and infants.
The third evening of a men's mission at St. Mark's Church Dorchester features Rev Father Joachim of Hoboken presenting scandal as a sin. He defines scandal as a man inducing another to wrongdoing and notes it is condemned by God and the only sin Jesus characterized.
The Massachusetts House unanimously approved a motion to urge Attorney General Malone to opine on whether cattle infected with tuberculosis can be killed and sold as food. Governor Draper backs obtaining the legal meaning of last year’s health slaughter law. The Emerson resolution clears a dispute among lawyers after a leaders’ conference with the Governor.
The Osmo-Chemic Physicians announce a limited time offer to begin or renew treatment by March 31 providing one month of care and all medicines at no charge. The notice emphasizes the cure potential for chronic diseases and invites patients previously treated elsewhere to enroll before the deadline.
Massachusetts officials shift stance on selling beef from tuberculous cattle. Governor Draper signals no objec tion to Emerson order after earlier support for barring such sales. Attorney General Malone to review Peters authority as debate over statutory meaning continues.
Local resident L P Lewis of Winter Hill Massachusetts details forty years at Lewis Scott ship and blacksmithing firm and describes repeated winter lumbago attacks. He credits Osmo Chemic Physicians with a safe cure after prior bed confinement and severe back pain. His wife also benefited from bronchitis treatment.
The Osmo-Chemic Physicians announce that they will not accept a case without a careful examination using their perfected X-Ray method. This diagnostic service is offered absolutely free if you call on or before March 31, 1909.
A local contest offers a total prize pool of 100 for shillalahs. Judges will assess possession duration, appearance, and thorn count, with entrants providing a brief history. Entries accepted after noon at 263 Washington Street, with checks issued to owners for return. Winners announced at Peggy Mahree performances March 26 and 27.
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