02 Oct 1913
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1913
Page
1
Late yesterday the secret inquest into Rear Admiral Joseph Giles Eaton of Assinippi was announced to reopen at the Hingham Court today. Sensational rumors spoke of new evidence that could influence the trial set for October 13, following a stalled hearing in March.
Society and crowds filled Brockton on October 1 as more than 2000 automobiles crowded the fair parking area by early afternoon. The event featured races and a horse show drawing large attendance.
The event set a new attendance record with 37 636 passing through the turnstiles. The crowd exceeded last year’s second day by over 2000, marking a historic peak for the venue and date.
Report notes ongoing daring motorcycle display at the midway with continued coverage promised on page 4 fourth column.
Albany report: The Assembly Board of Managers rest their case today in Governor Sulzer’s impeachment trial. The high court adjourns to tomorrow afternoon as defense counsel prepare preliminary motions before calling the first witness Louis A Sarecky campaign secretary expected to testify. Continued on Page 4 First Column Burdett Night School Begins Monday Oct 6.
Mothers and fathers accuse three attendants of brutal abuse at the West Roxbury Parental School. Trustees listen to accounts of boys beaten with straps and a teacher forcing a hot potato into a pupil’s mouth, prompting a continuation on page 12-7th column.
Henry F. Farrow of Cambridge Massachusetts died from injuries after an automobile he rode in went over an embankment in Johnston. His two Providence companions Burton E. Kilo and Warren Slade were seriously injured with concussion and shoulder blade fracture respectively. The crash was caused by a bursting tire while traveling rapidly.
Barring unforeseen complications the recovery of Senator Henry Cabot Lodge is assured says Dr. Francis B. Harrington surgeon who removed a gastric ulcer. The patient sat up in bed and ate solid food, according to a late Nahant bulletin.
National league results were not complete due to rain with Philadelphia and Brooklyn affected. American league play saw Cleveland beat Detroit 8 to 1.
Nahant residents who have kept vigil around Senator Lodge’s residence express relief at his improving condition. Dr Harrington confirmed the update from Mrs Lodge stating his pulse and temperature are normal and he can take a little nourishment.
The text lists celestial events with rising and setting times for Venus Mars Jupiter Saturn and notes the Hebrew New Year, plus historical anniversaries. It mentions Major Andre’s execution as a spy in 1780 and Hancock’s Charleston advance in 1862, along with a 1711 event and a 1-year reminder of Boston Y M C A cornerstone laying.
Forecast for northern New England calls for cloudy with possible rain Thursday then clearing. Southern New England expected rain Thursday followed by clearing, with winds turning brisk from east to west as conditions improve.
Historic ad copy touts reliable service and low fares for the Boston and Worcester trolley line. The brief promotion highlights good service and urges readers not to miss the opportunity to ride.
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