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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1909
Page
6
In North Adams on Oct 15 a 350-strong Democratic crowd heard James H. Vahey Eugene N. Foss and AFL attorney Fred Mansfield argue against Governor Draper and the Republican party. They debated the income tax and the eight hour law for nearly three hours.
Mr Vahey denounces the income tax bill as the Republican line held against it. He brandishes a card with Draper and Frothingham images and accuses federal authorities of aiding the party. Foss blasts tariff revisions as favors of insiders while households face higher living costs and scarce resources. He notes army ration costs rising and claims Massachusetts leaders dodge direct nominations to shield bosses. The speech urges mass mobilization against taxation and pledges New England solidarity with the Midwest for tax relief.
A veteran mushroom farmer invites readers to grow mushrooms, claiming simple methods, reliable spawn, and profits for amateurs. He offers a free book from A V Jackson of Chicago and details his experience building a large operation.
Vintage Kentucky whiskey story advertised as aged in Spain and shipped back in bond to Boston. Sold in gallon jugs priced 4.25, quart 1.145, pint 0.60, and half-pint 0.30. Promises no bar, emphasis on quality over trim.
Read other stationery ads, then our cut prices, average one-quarter less. KREY STATIONERY CO. 361 Washington St.
A colossal clock on the Stearns building in Tremont Street tracks Boston’s effort to raise 500000 for a new Y M C A building. The dial shows totals toward the goal with pledges reported from contributors over 1000, including a 5000 gift and a 1000 gift, while teams tally their sub totals and present a two year payment plan. Church leaders and laymen from many Boston parishes prepare to promote the drive in a major civic effort.
Frederick A Cook reports efforts to expose Barrill’s affidavit about not reaching Mt McKinley top. He plans a new expedition headed by Anthony Fiala and Professor Herschel Parker to retrieve his records and settle the dispute. Reputable Montanan testimonies support Cook, while other explorers defend Cook’s pole claim and deny Barrill’s story.
An advertisement extols Gloria Tonic a five ingredient tablet remedy for rheumatism lumbago sciatica and gout claiming safe consumption by all ages. It asserts the formula of Stillingia iodine potassium poke root gallic resin and sarsaparilla has cured long standing cases including the elderly and promises rapid removal of uric acid from the blood.
A promotional request offers a free trial package by return mail. Send your name and address to John A. Smith at 5653 Smith building in Milwaukee Wisconsin to receive the Gloria Tonic trial without charge. The offer emphasizes a ready to use combination and urges action at once.
A local ad from F Gray Co declares 1000 men's sweaters available at 35 and 59 cents each. See window display. The sale is advertised for shoppers in Washington and Hanover.
A brief tease notes an inquiry on parental purchases of children and promotes reading tomorrow’s Sunday Post for the full discussion and guidance.
Doctor Hartford Arkansas October 15. James A. Bolen, coal operator who hunted with Dr. Cook's Mt McKinley party, says Barrill may not have signed an affidavit denying Cook reached the top. Bolen recalls correspondence with Barrill and Fred Prince, notes 1904 attempt fell 2000 feet short, 1905 ascent details, and that Prince was a survey party attaché.
In Copenhagen an affidavit by Edward N Barrill denying Dr Frederick A Cook reached McKinley summit and Cook's vague reply reportedly weakens his ascent assertion while public opinion still backs the North Pole claim. Authorities and explorers remain convinced per Professor Torp rector of the University of Copenhagen.
Dr Frederick A Cook of Brooklyn returned to New York to receive the freedom of the city conferred by the Board of Aldermen and the Arctic Club. He branded Edward N Barrills affidavit as a lie, and said he would consider actions for perjury while planning to present proofs of his polar ascent. Cook will confer with counsel and may publish a detailed affidavit in reply.
The Globe publishes Barrill diary extracts to support his affidavit that Dr. Frederick A. Cook never reached Mt McKinley’s summit. Entries from Sept 9 to 18 allegedly revised to show 12,000 feet elevation not 8,000, with a Sept 16 note claiming a summit visit and 15,600 feet cited.
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