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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1908
Page
2
Berlin reports indicate Chancellor Von Buelow faces near untenable standing as newspapers across the empire mock and criticize the foreign policy breach. The issue, tied to an Emperor utterance mishandled by the foreign office, could be debated in the Reichstag when it reconvenes Wednesday.
The Emperor condones Prince Von Buelow's role yet fears loss of prestige. Radical, Liberal and Socialist journals push for a ministry answerable to Parliament and the people. The Emperor handed a manuscript of a London Daily Telegraph interview to Baron Von Jenisch, who relayed it to Von Buelow. Von Jenisch and Baron Von Buelow's involvement are described. The chancellor delegated the manuscript to Herr Von Muller without review.
John Noble, long-time clerk, letters Walter F. Frederick praising his work as assistant clerk and urging voters to confirm his appointment. Noble insists the clerkship demands knowledge, experience, and nonpartisan administration, calling for stability in Suffolk county court operations.
American impresarios focus on Blackpool competitions where Frank Slater, a mill hand, won both the dramatic tenor and tenor divisions. His pure tenor voice and Verdi aria Ce lass? Aida were praised as admirable.
Massachusetts voters weigh Governor and state races as James H. Vahey’s supporters claim momentum against Eben Draper. Draper counters with attacks he calls unfounded. Republicans and Democrats mix in state districts with Peters and O Connell asserting victory.
Opinion shifts toward Vahey as observers predict a tight race with Draper. Leaders like Josiah Quincy and John F. Fitzgerald say Vahey could lose by about 20 000 if voting were today, while Taft and Draper are favored by Republicans. Massachusetts faces a larger registration and a 450 000 voter turnout with Taft projected to win by about 85 000 per Lodge, though Democrats are more united this year with Vahey likely to pick up Democratic support.
Secretary Charles O Power of the Independence League predicts a large national vote for Thomas L Hisgen as presidential candidate and a substantial rise in William N Osgood’s margin for Governor of Massachusetts over last year.
Lieutenant Governor Draper and Senator Vahey express confidence in winning in Boston and statewide races. Parade and campaign events tracked along with predictions for the 10th and 11th congressional districts and possible Republican surprises in the House.
In Ward 6 a bitter clash pits anti-Fitzgerald factions Grady and Pettiti against regular Democrats McGonagle and Garo with independent Thomas E. Grady also in the mix. In Ward 21 whispers of Emery alignments fade as Parker seems favored. Ward 17 tempers flare over Doyle versus McEttrick with Curley’s influence in doubt. Cronin and Frederick clash over clerk race with Lomasney ties debated.
Democratic campaign plans a whirlwind tour of Boston wards with 12 speeches led by Vahey and Barton. The schedule includes Chelsea at 7 and East Boston at 7:20 followed by ward rallies through Lyceum Hall, Vine Street Church, Municipal Building, Young Men's Democratic Club, Draper Hall, Minton Hall, wardrooms, Elmwood Street, Warren Hall, and Institute Hall in East Cambridge.
Hopedale report states Lieutenant-Governor Eben Draper, Republican candidate for Governor, expresses strong belief in a large Massachusetts vote and a substantial GOP win on national and state tickets. He predicts Taft's large electoral college victory and doubts Vahey's campaign gains with voters.
Cambridge Democratic committee schedules two rallies tonight at Institute Hall East Cambridge and Cedar Hall North Cambridge. Senator Vahey gubernatorial candidate is slated to speak at Institute Hall along with James F. Aylward secretary of state candidate and Frederick S. Dietrick congress candidate at both events.
A two ton projectile called an engine of war devised by engineer Besobrasoff has been tested with success in St. Petersburg. The weapon reportedly has a four mile range and is aimed at Russia's next hostilities.
An advertisement promises to cure itching bleeding and protruding piles in six to forty four days with Pazo ointment or a money refund. The item is priced at 60 cents.
Chicago dispatch reports William J. Bryan, Democratic candidate for President, leaving Chicago for a Kansas tour and planning to return to Lincoln, Nebraska for a home demonstration. He foresees votes to spare in the electoral college and a large popular majority while hinting at an Illinois Republican setback.
Taft will carry Rhode Island but is unlikely to win the governorship. Olney Arnold, the Democratic nominee, is favored to defeat Aram J. Pothier, the Republican. Independent voters in the Lincoln Union may decide, as they seek Brayton's retirement.
Maine society shows scarce political activity after the September election with only College clubs and the Prohibition candidate Mr. Chafin drawing attention. The November voice remains muted as voters await the next campaign events in Portland.
Vermont reports show four Republican electors likely chosen by a familiar margin of about 28,000 in Montpelier.
Concord New Hampshire residents focus on the license issue as both parties claim their candidate will win the governorship. The statewide contest shapes the outcome in a closely watched election with Democrats and Republicans each asserting victory.
Washington reports naval experts in wireless telephony find the steam siren under 72 pounds of steam pressure emits a blast audible up to 46 miles. The steam whistle follows at 20 miles and the whistling buoy near the lighthouse has carried 15 miles in tests.
A short notice announces Marine Eye Remedy marketed to protect eye health and provide comfort and beauty. The ad implies benefits for daily use and general well being with emphasis on eye care.
A listed rate notes 30c per pound for one pound and two pound packages only, with no bulk option.
Timothy Daley choking while eating at a Henley street Charlestown restaurant yesterday died en route to Relief hospital. He resided at 38 Chelsea street Charlestown and his body was moved to the North Grove street morgue.
Henry Clay Pierce of Waters-Pierce Oil Company left Pride's Crossing for Austin to testify in a Texas court about the firm’s ties to Standard Oil. He was summoned to appear in the case.
An advertisement touts Rexall Orderlies as a safe remedy for constipation in the aged and frail, offering a personal guarantee. It claims a soothing tonic action on bowel muscles, no griping or adverse effects, with 36 tablets for 25c and 12 tablets for 10c from Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores.
George F. Baer, president of Reading railway and Reading Coal and Iron Company, states he fixes coal prices and asks who determines the business, signaling a defense of his pricing role.
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