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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1909
Page
14
Vermont Supreme Court ruled that about 700 inmates at Waterbury and Brattleboro asylums were illegally committed due to a defective law. While 500 at Waterbury and over 250 at Brattleboro have void commitments, many releases await further legal action for those not cured.
The state law allowing collection from a patient’s estate for maintenance was used to pursue Lydia Anna Allen, committed Oct 17, 196. Her husband challenged the order arguing lack of legal commitment and notice. The Supreme Court ruled the commitment certificate void for denying the patient a hearing, ordering 30 days in care while further action proceeds, potentially affecting over 700 inmates at Waterbury and Brattleboro facilities.
President Butterfield of Amherst Agricultural College told the Homestead Commission that before a country home plan could succeed, tenement dwellers must receive farm instruction. He warned it would be criminal to move city workers to farms without training in farming.
New York October 5 The Democratic county convention nominated George Gordon Battle a Tammany man and former assistant district attorney for district attorney of New York county William Travers Jerome runs independently for re election and Charles Whitman holds the Republican nomination.
The M. C. M. A. Evening Trade School opens October 11 in the Mechanics building for the winter term. Plumbing, sheet metal, pattern drawing, bricklaying, tile setting, electricity and drawing are offered three evenings weekly with hands on shop work. Preliminary registration Friday October 8 at 111 Huntington Avenue offices.
Mrs George G Snow widow of the Brockton shoe magnate died at her home age 66 after a two week illness. She was noted as a beloved Brockton figure with wide social reach in Boston New York Newport and Washington and led many philanthropic efforts for years.
Next Sunday's Post presents plans and design ideas for a stylish suburban house. The feature outlines practical layouts, curb appeal elements, and interior styling tips aimed at modern family living. Read for inspiration on exterior color schemes, window treatments, and efficient room flow.
A sunlit opening day in Brockton marks the 36th Brockton Fair. Gates opened at 9 am drawing about 20 000 attendees including 15 000 children, with shows ranging from cattle displays and farm exhibits to Midway attractions and stage performances. The day features hippodrome races, women jockeys, a basketball win by Brockton YMC A over Plymouth Miles Standish, and Brockton High’s football victory over Revere.
The Ayreshire and Holstein displays at Brewster showcase top bulls like Miss Luna's Prize Defender and Aggie Cornucopia Johanna Lad, Jr. from M. S. Nye, along with Jersey stars Flying Fox and Flying Fox Flower. Judges and visitors witness a whirlwind of blue ribbons across Long Island exhibitions, with notable breeders Lawson Vanderbilt Moulton and Davenport presenting prize stock.
In a crowded tenement, inmates and residents fled as a loud blast caused damage and a woman, Mrs. Philomena Rudio, fainted. Neighbors stabilized her with lamps and restoratives while others believed a shooting occurred amid the chaos.
A Boston Gazette report notes a Democratic county committee split over calling a legal convention to nominate a foe of District Attorney Arthur D. Hill. The city chairmen cannot proceed until the full list of county committee members is confirmed, with names from Boston Chelsea Revere and Winthrop regions listed.
Next Sunday's Post offers useful guidance for the wireless club members. The note suggests practical tips, equipment checks, and upcoming meeting ideas to improve radio operations and club projects.
Petersburg New York October 5 A cow on the track caused the engine of a milk train on the Rutland railroad Chatham branch to plunge into the Little Hoosick River two and a half miles from Petersburg killing Fireman William Moses and likely fatally injuring Engineer Chauncey Gould One milk car followed the engine over the embankment while a passenger and a mail coach stayed on the rails Outside the engine crew no others were hurt
The Bennington bound train struck a cow at a highway crossing, derailed and plunged into a river. Fireman Moses, 28, of Bennington, was pinned under the engine and later recovered. Engineer Gould, about 50, of Chatham, suffered severe scalds and a broken arm. his recovery odds are reported low. Moses’s divorced wife survives him. The line was cleared for traffic thereafter.
A public outline of the proposed central bank plan is released. The piece notes the plan as a basis for curative legislation favored by President Taft and endorsed by the Monetary Commission members, signaling the administration's banking reform direction.
The administration seeks a non political stance on a central bank plan while bankers fear loss of lucrative discount operations. Some proponents push for notes backed by gold and silver or real estate mortgages as circulating reserves. The piece suggests party splits in Congress and a possible new alignment, with the administration hoping to frame the battle around these reserves.
Brunswick Me Oct 5 Following a banquet tonight closing a two days session of the bi annual convention of the Cause Nationale Franco American resolutions were adopted and made public. Delegates representing 91000 Franco American Catholics in Maine call for the preservation of the French tongue. They urge French priests in parishes with Franco American populations and demand Canadian and American history be taught in parish schools attended by Franco American children.
A grounded signal wire at Dover Street station caused a 40 minute delay last night. The line remained passable with trains moving slowly until 6 20 when normal service resumed.
A preview notes Togo will publish an interview with John D. Rockefeller in the upcoming Sunday Post. The piece promises insights from the oil magnate and industrial leader, highlighting his views on business and philanthropy.
Full page of reproductions showcases renowned artworks. Publication promises high fidelity engravings of celebrated paintings in a forthcoming issue of the Post.
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