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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1912
Page
22
Chamber of Commerce experts examine how financial stringency caused a halt on Grand Trunk operations. The report follows an initial Chamber submission and signals ongoing debate over economic constraints and railroad activity.
An advertisement touts Ascatco as a constitutional remedy for asthma and respiratory ailments. It claims thousands cured after long suffering, with a simple regimen of seven drops in water twice daily. Availability with dosages at 50 cents and 2.00 through Riker Jaynes Drug Stores and a free trial by writing to Ascatco Laboratory, New York City.
Governor-General W. Cameron Forbes told the Boston City Club that U S luck kept us from a dire outcome in the Spanish American War. He urged peacetime preparation, arguing the Philippines cost far less than a full war lesson and insisting momentum toward annual military readiness.
Massachusetts Railroad Commission Chairman Frederick J. Macleod argues that allowing Grand Trunk to use New Haven tracks would not help New England. He warns it could worsen congestion and conditions, while supporting double tracking on Central Vermont and Boston and Maine for genuine capacity gains.
Rhode Island congressman O Shaughnessy objects to a proposed traffic agreement with the Grand Trunk railway. The protest raises questions about routing and cooperation impacts on local commerce and regional rail service.
The ORRINE treatment promises to destroy cravings for whiskey beer and other intoxicants when used as directed. It offers a simple home remedy with no work disruption or public notice. Two forms exist No 1 powder tasteless and colorless and No 2 pills for self cure. Each box costs $1.00 and a money back guarantee applies if no benefit is seen. Sold by Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores in Washington DC.
In New York on November 14, presidents Chamberlin of the Grand Trunk and Mellen of the New Haven arrived with no statement on a possible conference. A Waldorf Hotel meeting at 10 tomorrow will involve Rhode Island officials seeking details on Grand Trunk plans for the Rhode Island construction and potential abandonment. Attending are Attorney General Rice and Chairman Bliss, with Wabash talks also noted for renewal.
Mayor John F. Fitzgerald critiques Boston financiers for ignorance of good investments in the Grand Trunk matter. He warns that Boston would be sandbagged by its citizens if the city misses benefits, citing missed opportunities in steamship links and rail progress, and questions a 265 year New Haven Grand Trunk trackage agreement.
Andrew Carnegie issued a statement explaining why he recently swore off an assessment of 10,000,000 on personal property in New York City. He says the secured debt tax law allows a state tax that covers all personal property subject to city assessment.
A Tokyo cable reports Sir Co. M. McDonald has resigned after twelve years as British ambassador to Japan. He is succeeded by Sir William Conyngham Greene, formerly minister to Denmark.
More than 200 attended a dinner in honor of Governor-General W Cameron Forbes. Speakers praised his leadership in the Philippines and noted a bill in Congress to grant independence within years. The assembled guests included senior club figures and Senator-elects who lauded Forbes and American policy toward Manila.
Rest easy with a gentle cleansing laxative for children. Syrup of Figs, made from figs, senna, and aromatics, promises a safe, tasty remedy to relieve constipation and restore appetite, with full directions on the package and a warning to refuse substitutes.
An offer promises a no cost brochure and treatment proof for ruptures including single double and post surgery cases. The ad appeals to men women and children of all ages urging immediate mail today to receive information and a free method that allegedly ends danger, embarrassment, and expense from rupture.
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