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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1912
Page
2
The trolley merger bill giving New Haven authority to hold Berkshire Springfield and Worcester stock was stalled in the Ways and Means Committee over capitalization concerns and referred to the Board of Railroad Commissioners for an opinion.
The Legislature debated a major traction bill with opposition from Hon. Martin Lomasney who challenged subsection 18 regarding taxation of securities. Amendments were killed, including Western State extensions and a court review for the Railroad Board. The bill now faces Ways and Means scrutiny plus potential constitutional appeals for railroads. One reference mentions Adamson's Cough Balsam as a curative note.
Mayor Fitzgerald blames the Boston Transit Commission for Park Street terminal confusion after the Cambridge tunnel crash. He cites the resignation of chief engineer Howard A. Carson in 1909 and says Edmund S. Davis’s leadership shows need for the best engineers. The mayor urges public awareness and action.
George G Crocker and Edmund Davis cited legislative constraints on exits on the Common as causing crowd crushes at the Park Street Cambridge tunnel. They urged action by the Legislature while noting public protests. Davis predicted public pressure could force exits on the Common.
An advertisement touts Poslam as a universal cure for itching and skin conditions from eczema to acne. It claims rapid relief after first use, continued healing, and sleep improvement, with Poslam and Poslam Soap sold by druggists and a free sample offer from Emergency Laboratories in New York.
James B. Noyes of the Transit Commission defends the Park street terminal exits and entrances as adequate. He notes the New York Public Service Commission praised the Boston Transit Commission after inspecting the Cambridge tunnel during rush hour.
Mrs Angelina Garasimaro and her eight year old daughter were rescued by Patrolman Otis Tray of the Revere police from their burning home at 306 Revere Street. The father T Garasimaro was injured leaping from a second story window. Tray's swift action likely saved the mother and child from smoke.
The Workmen's Compensation bill sailed through the Senate 64 to 15 and now advances to the House. Amendments were few and mostly by consent of Senator Sutherland. Key changes extend compensation for railroad injuries to children until 16 and daughters to 20 unless married, with other benefit increases.
New Orleans May 6 Thousands of workers fight to save Louisiana's remaining levees from the Mississippi flood waters. Major F M Kerr chief of the Louisiana State Board of Engineers says the elements seem against them as crews labor around the clock to stem the rising river.
Engineers direct thousands of laborers in a flood fight with hard rains disrupting efforts. Workers, including increased forces from Morganza to New Roads and Plaquemine, press 8000 foot stretch at Amesville five miles north of New Orleans. conditions hinder progress and morale dips.
The advertisement touts roots and herbs in Hood's Sarsaparilla for purifying blood and improving energy. It cites 40,366 testimonials over two years and urges taking the product this spring in liquid or Sarsatabs form.
The Post's notice column charges 50 cents per insertion for Birth Death and Marriage notices. Notices may be left at the office mailed to the classified department or telephoned to Main 1684 Main 1004 after 10 30 pm.
Obituary notices list multiple deaths and funeral details across Boston area cities. Names include John A Anderson Arthur E Baker Valeria Bolster Rachel M Cast Annie M Clark Stephen F Elich Mary T Haefner Catherine Hamill Charles Hanley Harry T Harland Carrien T Hathaway and others with dates May 5 to May 9, funeral venues addresses times and religious services noted.
Mrs Timothy J McCarthy and family extend thanks for sympathy and beautiful floral tributes after a recent loss. Mr and Mrs Elich and family also express appreciation for kind words and memories shared by friends and mourners.
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