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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
4
The former mayor tells Governor Sulzer he will back his effort to enact a direct primary law. If the Legislature cannot agree with the governor on abolishing state conventions, he urges the executive to accept a compromise measure.
The Department of Agriculture will investigate oyster beds from Cape Cod to Texas for pollution. Polluted beds will be barred from interstate commerce and publicized to help authorities prevent local sales. Dr. Carl L. Alsberg announced the plan to the Oyster Growers and Dealers Association of North America.
Dr Alsberg warns fear of disease from oysters raises living costs and outlines steps to ensure oysters from wholesome beds are handled sanitary. He argues confident supply will boost industry and lightens food costs while requesting Congress funding for a nationwide sanitary survey and possible States' rights considerations.
Mrs. H L Wardner sues her husband Herbert L Wardner Boston architect for non support and drunkenness seeking 5000 and child custody after a March 6 auto wreck on Washington Street near Summer Street. Meanwhile Dennis Cody widow sues for 10000 for her husband’s death in the crash. Cody died, Mrs Cody injured.
Henry Wright Hubbard longtime treasurer of the American Missionary Association was found dead in a downtown safety deposit office private booth. The coroner ruled heart disease. the death followed his routine visit to make a deposit.
About 150 weavers walked out of Brainerd & Armstrong Company's silk mills in New London Connecticut after wage demands of at least 15 percent and changes in conditions were refused. The action follows agitation begun Sunday by Industrial Workers of the World organizers.
The State House, crowded with car men from Elevated and other companies, debated a bill limiting nine hours in eleven. The House substituted the bill by 185 to 38 against the committee on street railways. The substitute led by Rep. Robinson and Rep. Washburn surprised observers with its margin.
The legislature struggles over a two year bill with Carmen support and Elevated opposition overwork concerns. A Senate fight looms as Ways and Means reports a 250 000 resolve for the Panama Pacific exhibit with endorsements from Mayor Fitzgerald and Mrs. John Hays Hammond. Governor Foss names two new dentistry board members and rejects two incumbents. A tenure of office bill for teachers advances while tax commissioner control over local assessors draws home rule opposition. Additional nominations include Joseph A Dashs to direct the Chattel Loan Company and William H Irwin as special police officer.
Alfred E. Duquette, 30, was killed instantly on Lincoln street when he touched a live 2400 volt wire while atop a Worcester Electric Co pole. He was thrown 25 feet to the ground.
Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels traveled eight miles in a flying boat reaching 500 feet near Annapolis Maryland. He said the ascent was delightful and enjoyable. He flew with Lieutenant John H H Towers, senior officer of the navy aviation corps.
Secretary Daniels visited Annapolis and the aviation camp. He rode a flying boat with Lieutenant Towers, reached about 500 feet, then four miles upriver before landing. A blue silk pennant was given as a souvenir and Daniels quipped about Congress members needing planes. Mrs Daniels watched from shore.
Harold McGrath’s Deuces Wild continues in next Sunday’s Post Magazine. The installment is billed as a well worth reading feature with continued chapters and literary flair.
Washington reports that Japan reacted to the American reply on the California land law protest in a good spirit. Tokio officials said the situation showed a marked improvement since negotiations began, and officials here expressed satisfaction at the turn of events.
Despatches note that Tokyo sees the Washington letter as favorable to Japan and reflects the broad American sentiment toward equality with all powers. The document reportedly centers on the spirit of the people rather than technical treaty details, and officials left publication decisions to Tokyo.
An advertised home remedy promotes using spur max with hazel and glycerine as a skin lotion to smooth oily skin and replace powder. It claims the lotion blends with the skin and resists rubbing off, enhancing natural beauty. It also suggests Canthrox for scalp cleansing to remove dandruff and stimulate hair growth.
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