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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1912
Page
11
Mayor John F. Fitzgerald blasted Dorchester politicians and builders at a Dorchester High School town meeting with about 500 attendees. He said three flat houses create tinderbox conditions and claimed the district is ruined by their existence and the defeat of a hazard bill.
Judge M J Sullivan for the Harvard Improvement Society urges more fire alarm boxes with relocation, a motor chemical engine at Grove Hall, a ladder truck at Lauriat avenue, a patrol wagon and ambulance for Field's Corner. John F Duffy seeks widening Morton street, underground wires on Blue Hill Avenue, new facilities at Mattapan, and river improvements. W D McWis sick calls two outdoor gyms at Franklin Field. J Edward VanDoran asks opening public school halls for social use.
Wellesley College students started a campaign to raise funds for a new students alumni building by collecting pennies. On the first day five hundred strips were turned in, totaling $60, with Edna Swete leading the effort. Local stores stock up, and streetcar conductors are greeted with smiles as pennies circulate.
Providence March 26 A public utilities bill passed the House by a viva vote after a long debate. It creates a three member public utilities commission with broad regulatory powers over public service corporations and requires railroads to furnish passes to State officers and legislators. Democratic minority objected it did not ensure proper supervision if the commission became corrupt.
New musical comedy by James T Powers and Gus Kerker at the Shubert features two flirtatious youths in a Czar era Petersburg school. The plot follows forced marriages, elopement delays, and a late reconciliation with lively music and dancing. Christine Nielsen Frances Cameron lead a strong supporting cast under Sherman Wade. Engagement runs two weeks.
L E Hubbard and clerk Walter J Hutchinson were summoned to Cambridge District Court on charges of liquor nuisance and illegal sales. Attorney Hurley denounced the Law Enforcement League and its detectives, while several league agents testified to buying liquor without signing the book on February 12. Judge Almy said a decision would be announced later.
Eastern Log Club prepares a large Airedale entry at Mechanics Building in Boston promising higher class and numbers than prior shows. Prince of York and Kenmere Sorceress, top rivals, return to face off while a mystery third contender gathers interest.
Thomas Harrington was elected captain of Cambridge High and Latin School for the next season by unanimous vote. Sydney Rogers was elected manager as the team, coming off a championship in the Preparatory league, plans to defend its title with most of the lineup returning.
Mayor Barry of Cambridge confirmed appointments at the aldermen meeting including hospital trustee Dr Charles A Cahill for 5 years John Dr Merrill 4 years Hugh E McGoldrick 3 years Isaac McLean 2 years John H Hurley 1 year library trustee Dr John E Summers 3 years sinking fund commissioners John J Quinlan Frank J Allan overseer of poor P J Callahan five years
President Taft transmitted the Tariff Board’s cotton schedule report to Congress urging revision and reductions in duties. The recommendation targets the cotton tariff section for action and possible rate cuts.
The president reports board findings that duties on cotton yarns often exceed the cost difference of production at home and abroad due to finishing costs and distribution, raising U S consumer prices. The board recommends no new duties and bases conclusions on the platform promise of a reasonable protective tariff.
Attorney Timothy W. Coakley, under seven day observation for sanity at the Pierce farm West Roxbury, told visitors he is “game” and can sleep despite the trial in his corridor custody. His lawyers Hayes and Callahan discussed appointing Dr Jelly as alienist if Probate Court acts.
A woman, alleged to be Mrs. Jennie Chapman of Portsmouth, was held at Boston City Prison for identification as a suspect in the July 1 1910 killing of John Mulligan at 21 Dix Place Boston. Police arrested her in Portsmouth and brought her to the city. she is about 23 years old and well dressed. Mrs Mulligan, about 28, is believed to be the victim killed by her husband.
Katherine Barton aged four living with her parents on Brookline avenue probably was fatally burned last night. Authorities believe she poured kerosene on a stove and the blaze showered over her. Neighbors heard moans and found her in agony. She was taken to City Hospital and placed on the dangerous list.
Pittsburg march 26 leading officials of the Pennsylvania Baltimore and Ohio and New York Central railroads weigh unofficially reducing the number of fliers and cannon ball trains or cutting fast schedule from 60 to not over 45 miles per hour. Mary Garden fears waistline gain and declares she will remain in the fatproof class while denying any change in figure. photographers blamed for misleading images as she travels to Boston.
Yesterday evening in Steinert Hall Al win Schroeder cellist and Kurt Fisher pianist gave a joint concert to a well attended audience. The program included Beethoven Op 69 Bach Busoni Chaconne Locatelli and Brahms among others. Schroeder showed notable skill in the Beethoven and Dvorak pieces while Fisher offered varied coloring and conviction. This was the second and final joint recital of the season in Boston.
Operating heads of the three roads warn wrecks and derailments from high speeds on the New York to Chicago and other fast trains. A Pennsylvania official says speeds should be reduced to avoid rail breaks, and talks with New York Central aim to end speed rivalry. A test reportedly showed a 16 hour train could run between New York and Chicago.
Lynn March 26 The strike of the McKay stitchers who walked out Monday morning over wage demands is practically settled with 10 additional firms granting their demands today.
Headmaster James M. Howlett of Quincy High School in Quincy is slated to become master of Medford High School. His decision is awaited with interest as he is well liked in Quincy. Medford offers a minimum salary of 2500 dollars, while Quincy offers a maximum of 2400.
The Atlanta Southern league team defeated the New York Americans 7 to 6 in the final game of the practice series. Ford Caldwell and Quinn pitched for New York.
Eddie Mahan captain of this year's Andover baseball team is confined in the infirmary with promaime poisoning. He fell ill Sunday night and was thought to have appendicitis. He will return to his Natick home tomorrow night.
An advertisement extols Father John's Medicine as a non patent cure for throat and lung ailments. It claims to build up the body, drive impurities from the system, and strengthen each organ for proper function without using alcohol or poisonous drugs.
Boston City Club bought out the Boston Opera House for a gala program featuring acts from La Boheme Faust and Aida with stars Melis Dereyne Zenatello and Gay. Conductor Conti led Aida and Faust portions as showers of flowers and a wreath honored guests. Extra ballet dances with Dolores Galli complemented a brimming audience of 50 to 60 percent City Club members and guests.
Mrs Kathryn B Jenkins of Scranton Pa claims a new method by a former Rugby College chemistry professor destroys facial neck and arm hair permanently. She advertises free full details and photo to public, promising removal as if by magic.
Mrs Mor timer L Schiff testified at her request before the grand jury probing the Brandt case in New York. She denied implications against her as district attorney Whitman arranged a further meeting and Mortimer J Schiff may testify if he waives immunity. Paul Cravath said Schiff will appear tomorrow at 2 p.m.
A syndicated ad lists tonics for dandruff eyebrow growth energy and eye care. It claims quinzain and kar dene based tonics cleanse blood restore energy and improve skin and hair while a home eye tonic relieves tired eyes and inflamed lids.
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