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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1911
Page
5
Announcement was made at masses in all Catholic churches that next Sunday laity contributions will be accepted for a testimonial to Cardinal O Connell on his return from Rome. Many faithful wish to show appreciation for the high honor to the head of the archdiocese and will be given a chance to donate what they can to present a general testimonial upon his return.
Fred Weatherbee 18 son of ex President Seth Weatherbee of the Medford Aldermen died at home yesterday afternoon. He was a Medford High School senior and had been laughing at a friend's house when he suddenly fainted and died within minutes from heart failure. He is survived by his parents and a brother John.
The article reports public denouncement of vote buying in New Bedford. Gov Foss and Mr Walsh coordinate an investigation with state police, citing a past inquest under Judge Milliken where evidence existed but officials took no action. Citizens hope the current inquiry will reveal coal-for-votes schemes and punish ring leaders.
In New Bedford on November 26 the vote buying probe led by Justice David I. Walsh drew heightened interest as sermons denounced corruption. Churchgoers discussed the investigation. ward heelers and “bookers” avoided their usual haunts, seen near City Hall, with little activity noted ahead of the city election.
A local newspaper notes readers urged to use Cascarets for indigestion while also reporting on vote buying in New Bedford. Clergy and civic leaders discuss the Boston Post probe influencing mayoral race dynamics and possible jail terms for ballot buyers.
The Rev. Frank E. Ramsdell, pastor of the North Congregational Church, denounces political corruption in New Bedford as prominent citizens urge action. He has long led efforts against professional ballot corruptors, and his anticipated sermon was expected to address the issue directly.
A 19th century health notice explains thin pale people lack red blood cells and reserve strength. It promotes 3 grain hyonuclane tablets as a remedy to increase weight and restore color after months of use. Sold in sealed packages at apothecary shops.
An old line touts Pwin Away Pills as non depressants for the heart useful against headache neuralgia and related pains with promotion that drug stores stock the remedy.
In a muddled item from the Waltham Review a Natick and Hudson High game is noted. Ty Cobb of Waltham did not break a schoolboy scoring mark as both sides clash to a tied or limited score with Wellesley yielding few touchdowns and disputed ball handling near the goal line.
Charles W. Morse the New York banker was transferred from a federal prison bare cell to a ward in Fort McPherson Army Hospital Atlanta. The move ordered by Attorney General Wickersham followed a special visit to Atlanta to review Morse condition. Morse traveled by ambulance with Major Baker and will be cared for by four nurses. He suffers kidney trouble and may undergo further examinations tomorrow.
In front of thousands and with visiting clergy from New England, the Church of the Sacred Heart North Square dedicated its new front yesterday morning. Rev. Vittorio Gregori led the ceremony, with a 1200-student Sunday school singing. Solemn high mass followed with a roster of clergy from St Marys New Haven Providence Orient Heights and others. Cardinali served as master of ceremonies and Dom Belliotti preached at Holy Ghost Providence.
Cornell football players travel to Atlantic City to finish training for the Thanksgiving Day game against Pennsylvania. Coach Daniel A. Reed will take 25 players, seven coaches, and the manager tomorrow night. The squad is reported in good physical condition.
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