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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1908
Page
12
The Rev C C Albertson and a companion spoke last night at Chickering Hall in a joint debate. They posed questions about Christianity declining the fate of orphans and who will care for disadvantaged women if the faith wanes.
The Dress Clothes Dept. showcases Prince Albert Frocks Tuxedos and Full Dress Suits with ready-made tailoring. Evening Dress Suits priced 30 and 45 dollars Tuxedo Suits 27 and 40 dollars Prince Albert Frock Coats and Vests 22 and 30 dollars. Sizes run from 34 chest to extra large.
Superintendent J H Caffrey surprised by a robber inside his Wakefield house. The intruder warned him to stay away, then fled after entering through a false key. Only a gold stickpin and a gold watch were taken. No description of the thief was given to police.
Elbert Hubbard argues against the proposition that Christianity is in decline, defending its resilience and continuing influence. The brief commentary presents Hubbard’s stance as a counterview to widespread concerns about waning religious faith.
The exchange pits Mr Hubbard who argues Christianity declines and churches are social clubs against Rev Albertson who says Christianity persists through practice and democracy. Albertson defends genuine faith, critiques modern esoteric systems, and asserts Christianity arose from centuries of heredity and trial.
Chinese minister Wu Ting Fang addressed a New York Presbyterian Mission meeting urging support for church efforts in China. He praised local efforts to provide a healthy atmosphere for his people and thanked supporters for their aid to the mission.
F Gray Co offers kerseys meltons vicunas and silk lined overcoats in gray and olde world tones. Prices include 22.00 for top coats and 9.90 for cheaper varieties. Located at Washington and Hanover.
Professor Hugo Munsterberg of Harvard told the Contemporary Club of Philadelphia that hypnotism may reveal hidden drives behind abstinence. He cited a New York author delayed by whiskey and a former abstinence leader who relapsed after one drink, warning that lack of moderation can undermine willpower.
Post reporter visits Professor Munsterberg at his Cambridge home. Asked about hypnotizing drunk victims, the renowned scholar declines to explain the method. He asserts prohibition alone cannot cure intemperance and true education is required.
The recount shows O Connell barely leading Galvin by four votes after gains in Milton and Quincy. Initial lead of 41 votes narrowed as Galvin picked up votes in 17 wards while O Connell lost two wards. In the 11th district Peters expands his margin by 58 votes to 484 over Lane.
Congressman elect Joseph F. O Connell says voters withstood attacks and he will stay faithful to their interests. He defended his first term record and welcomed scrutiny by congressional committees or federal authorities, expressing no fear.
Republican candidate J Mitchell Galvin says voters intended to elect him to Congress and claims ballots counted for his opponent were improper. He asserts the district’s decision must be respected and vows to continue the fight.
Ex Mayor John F. Fitzgerald says the conscience of Massachusetts will be respected by the incoming members. He lauds Congressman McCall as a tower of strength against bogus election cases and notes defaced ballots in Boston wards contrast with Quincy ballots. He doubts Senator Lodge will press fraud claims to influence O Connell’s race.
Morse remains jailed at the Tombs as bail is refused. Judge Hough cites extradition issues and bonding risk despite Morse’s claimed wealth of 22 million. Morse and his mother left prison before the ruling and plan to seek a new trial or bill of particulars to obtain release.
Returns from the city primary in Quincy show William P. Shea renominated as the Democratic candidate for Mayor by a large majority over George F. Wilson. Republican Eugene B. Stone faced no opposition.
Gray Co. advertises handsome pure Australian wool black vieuna suits in single and double breasted cuts. Regular price $2200 now $9.90 with heavy black satin lining. Located at Washington and Hanover streets.
Lowell with mills running briskly and overtime promised in coming weeks, business men and mill workers foresee a longer prosperity after the panic. Factories beyond cotton mills also report signs of improving conditions and a general sense of confidence in the near future.
A roundup of mill agents from Ap pleton to Tremont and Suffolk reports improved demand and fuller operations. Several mills have shifted to full-time production with rising orders, while others anticipate gradual recovery. New York papers echo a more hopeful outlook for the coming year.
In Denver the AFL credentials committee unseated the Flint Glass Workers' Association delegates by an overwhelming vote. The group had left the federation over jurisdictional disputes with the Glass Bottle Blowers' Association and cannot be readmitted while the dispute continues. A California delegation proposal urged an Asiatic labor exclusion law. William D. Haywood attended an informal reception but did not join or speak on the floor.
This week only Priestly cravenetted rain coats worth 15 dollars are priced at 5.90 dollars. Each coat is 52 inches long and marketed as rain proof. Available at F. Gray Co. located at Washington and Hanover streets.
Mrs Allen Reed, once Miss Campbell of Pittsfield, accused of attempting to extort 20000 from Mrs G C Phipps with dynamite then trying to kill herself and three detectives. She is reportedly the daughter of a Pittsfield woolen maker and sister to Miss Jessie Campbell of Vassar. Police cite mental aberration from drug use.
Advice for dandruff itching scalp and hair loss suggests a home prescription using Bay Rum glycerin tinct Cantharides and Resocarpin. Instructions claim easy preparation in 6 to 8 ounce bottles with 60 grains of Resocarpin, to be applied twice daily. Envelopes containing 60 grains available from druggists or via the Reso Association P. O. Box 2873.
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