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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1911
Page
7
Boston elementary teachers lament the Legislature defeat of their bill as Governor veto narrowly maintained by one vote. Leaders Conway and Meaney conferred and postponed Rep Doyle’s motion to reconsider to next week to allow city committee action on Governor’s recommended appropriation.
The Boston Board of Health would gain sweeping authority to limit how many people may occupy a dwelling. Reported by the public health committee on Mayor Fitzgerald’s petition, the bill aims to curb overcrowding in tenements as far as possible.
The ways and means committee approved 115.70 to cover funeral expenses for Patience Fidelia Clinton, an elderly Hassanamisco Indian woman from Grafton. The 100-year-old or near centenarian was reported to have lived a long life in the tribe.
The Boylston street extension veto was postponed to Wednesday in the House amid a tight vote and a crowded lineup of supporters and opponents.
In a veto clash yesterday afternoon the Senate sustained the Governor’s veto on the firemen pension measure with eight votes against. Senators Brown Curley Evans Hatton Lomasney Nason Powers Timilty voted no.
The bill extending the open season on deer was killed in the Senate yesterday afternoon by a vote of 17 to 19.
Beverly May 25 The two ears of a horse were stolen from Patrick Barry s barn at 111 High street today. The ears were skilfully slit from the head. Barry discovered the act this afternoon after a two hour absence when he heard the horse stamping in agony. Blood was pouring from the wounds and Barry suspects mischievous boys.
Governor Foig signals readiness to reappoint Stephen O'Meara as Boston police commissioner. He quotes strong citizen sentiment in favor and suggests a decision is near.
The governor has decided against appointing a Democrat despite urging. He says Mayor Fitzgerald will not advise him and that he will handle his own duties. Commissioner O'Meara will serve until his term ends June 6. If the appointment occurs May 31, council review would delay until June 7.
Grace R. Shaw of 133 Commonwealth Avenue filed for probate in Suffolk County. She leaves most of her estate in trust for her minor son Gardiner Howland Shaw, including all wines at the residence. Harvard College receives 35000 to establish the Henry Russell Shaw fund to aid abroad travel for graduates. If Gardiner dies young or fails to dispose of the trust, Mary Rathborn and three charities gain large bequests. Guardian named for Gardiner. J Archibald Murray and Francis C. Welch named executor and trustee. Servant Kate Holmes receives 1000.
The Sederquist Barry trial stopped after juror Martin S. Zerega fell ill. If he recovers, the defense aims to finish by Monday night. With limited rebuttal evidence, the government case may go to the jury next week.
Gilbert, the aviator, flying over the Cantabrian Mountains near Burgos Spain, was attacked by a large eagle at about 4000 feet. The bird circled menacingly as the pilot struggled to keep control, and he fired two shots with his revolver after failing to deter the creature.
Mayor Gaynor responds to a caller about stopping newsboys from hollering in the streets. He defends their shouting as harmless and notes that many people holler at him but it does not disturb him. He adds a remark about his ability to work in a boiler shop.
Mary B. Blake connected with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children was appointed guardian of Gertrude M. Quimby by Judge Grant’s order. Gertrude was brought back from New York on Wednesday.
A London aviation student named Benson died today when the aeroplane he was piloting capsized during a turning maneuver. The incident occurred at Bendon and authorities are investigating the crash.
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