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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1911

Page

6

Rhode Island Clergy Denounces Astor Marriage

The Congregational Ministers' Association of Rhode Island censures Rev. Joseph Lambert for marrying John Jacob Astor to Madeline Force. A resolution says ministers should not join couples with divorce faults and that any who do so forfeits good standing. Lambert attended the start of the meeting and then left.

Providence R. I Joseph Lambert John Jacob Astor Madeline Congregational Ministers’ Association of Rhode Island Newport Yambert Mr. Lambert

Five Candidates Take West Point Entrance Exam

Five young men appeared at the Federal Building for a postponed West Point appointment exam sought with Congressman Murray's aid. The test began at 10 o clock and will conclude today. Candidates include John P Higgins E Roy Baum Joseph J OHare Gerald J Culhane and John C OConnor with stated addresses in Boston and Charlestown.

Federal United States Military Academy West Point William F. Murray John P. Higgins Chambers Street West End E. Roy Baum Collins Street East Boston Joseph J. O'Hare Bartlett Street Charlestown Gerald J. Cu

Open national Holy Name Congress marks Cardinal Gibbons jubilee

Baltimore October 16 The opening of the first national congress of the Holy Name Society and a golden rosary presentation to Cardinal Gibbons highlighted jubilee events. Delegates from nearly every state, 600000 members, gathered as Cardinal Gibbons praised the society. A papal letter and benediction were read, and resolutions urged reform of profanity and immorality while endorsing the official insignia and Sunday observance in the movement.

Baltimore The Holy Name Society Cardinal Gibbons Newfoundland Knights of Columbus of America National Organization of the Knights Holy Name Congress O. B. Corrigan Gardinal Gibbons Society Charles H. McIkxenna New York Holy Name Societies Christ Chiaia Calvert Hall Holy Name

Foss Opens Short Campaign Across State For Re election

Governor Foss met with Frank J. Donahue for secretary of state Charles Strecker for state auditor George W. Anderson for attorney general and Charles O Power to outline a two week campaign He plans distributing literature and a rally in Tremont Temple and a start in western areas next week Democratic leaders debate timing while Foss contends two weeks suffices to argue for re election The other Democratic ticket candidates will campaign across the State this week.

Foss Frank J. Donahue Charles B. Strecker George W. Anderson Charles O. Power Tremont Temple

Throw Away His TRUSS Strenuous Captain Foolé

A dramatic line reports Captain Foolé discarding his truss while claiming to cure himself, reflecting a sensational medical anecdote from the era.

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Two Hour Wrangle in Council Over City Projects

A two hour City Council session featured heated exchanges and personal accusations. The council approved transferring 75 000 dollars from the reserve fund to widen Union Park Street and set a public hearing for Pleasant Street widening on November 10 at 2 PM. It allocated 35 000 for new fireboat quarters, 25 000 to raise Providence Street, 23 442 for Health Department cholera precautions, 63 000 for Meridian Street bridge reconstruction, and 40 000 plus 60 000 for two Ward 19 playgrounds. The Park Commission favors Rutherford Avenue as the Ward 5 playground site, and the county employees pension act to be shelved this year.

Union Park Street Washington Street Harrison Avenue Pleasant Street North Avenue Central Wharf Providence Street Health Department Meridian Street Ward 19 Counciil Park Commission Rutherford Avenue St. Mary's Catholic Church County Employees’ Pension Act People For Action

Defends Shoe Industry in Massachusetts Support Plea

Alfred W. Donovan of the Boston Boot and Shoe Club urged protection for the United Shoe Machinery Company as vital to Massachusetts. Speaking before the Massachusetts Real Estate Exchange, he argued the company sustains thousands of jobs and modern business methods, highlighting regional tariff distinctions and the industry’s historic growth.

United Shoe Machinery Company Massachusetts Alfred W. Donovan Boston Boot and Shoe Club Massachusetts Real Estate Exchange United Shoe Machinery John J. Martin John Hays Hammond C. V. Davis Massachusetts Land Court Donovan Boot and Shoe Club Alfred P. Lee Boston Pruit and Produce Exchange George E. Smith Boston Chamber of Commerce Joseph A. Conry Boston New England

Messenger charged with stealing mail in Brockton

Clarence A. Hayford, 37, a Brockton mail messenger, was arrested after officers say he stole a package from the mails for Mrs. G. W. Custer of Kingston. The package was recovered and he will appear before U S Commissioner Hayes in Boston. He admitted the theft.

Brockton G. W. Custer Kingston Clarence A. Hayford United States Hayes Boston Hayford J. B. Kelsea Tripoli

Lawson Asked Delay in Trial

Plymouth October 16 Thomas W Lawson was to stand trial today on a charge of promoting a lottery at the Marshfield Fair last summer. Judge Quinn’s court was crowded. Lawson did not appear and asked via telephone if delaying until Wednesday would still meet justice. DA Barker suggested later date. Lawson said he would be ready Wednesday.

Plymouth Thomas W. Lawson Marshfield Fair

Fay Musgrove Wedding At Fay-Musgrove Winshendon

Herbert Ford Fay and Miss Mabel G. Musgrove formerly of Boston married today in Fay-Musgrove Winshendon by Rev. Joseph Fielding pastor of First Church. Bridesmaid acted in the ceremony and the bridegroom’s brother served as best man.

La Follette Indorsed in Conference

Two progressive Republicans at a 1st national conference in Chicago endorsed Senator Robert M. La Follette of Wisconsin for President and backed a direct primary to press the choice. Resolutions drafted partly by former Secretary of the Interior James R. Garfield reflected Roosevelt’s views and assuaged fears of opposition to a candidate.

Chicago Robert M. la Follette Wisconsin James R. Garfield Garfield Theodore Roosevelt

Progressive movement backs La Follette for President

The conference finished in one day with cheers for Mr. LaFollette as speakers urged a direct primary for President and support for state and local candidates. Resolutions, drafted by a five member sub committee and revised by Garfield and Lenroot praise LaFollette’s record and leadership.

LaFollettas Garfield Irvine L. Lenroot Wisconsin

Elks Robberyanged by Three Thugs Near Dedham

A man wearing an Elks badge was assaulted on Dedham street near Ivanhoe by three men who attempted to rob him. A woman who intervened called police. the victim lay unconscious as officers found $62.50 cash and two bank books with over $1000 in deposits. The name Howard J Porter of Houghton Me appeared in his pockets and police notified Hiks.

Dedham Street Ivanhoe Street Howard J. Porter Houghton Hiks

Cambridge Subway Tunnel Opens November 25

Work on the Cambridge subway stations is being rushed to permit surface cars to run through the new tube on Saturday November 25 for crowds attending the Harvard Yale football game.

Cambridge Harvard

Nelson Off Mnamara Jury List

In Los Angeles on October 16 the McNamara murder trial moved forward after a tense day. Z T Nelson faced numerous questions aimed at bias, answering dubiously while the district attorney withdrew a previous bias challenge from the defense.

Los Angeles Cal McNamara Talisman Z. T. Nelson Nelson John D. Fredericks

Senator Crane Tracked by Foss Aide at Hotel Lonraine

Senator W. Murray Crane is observed by a Foss lieutenant at the Hotel Lenainne foyer as visitors, possibly from big interests, approach the junior Massachusetts senator. Last year William M. Wood of American Woolen Co. visited Senator Lodge here. this year similar guests are expected. Crane suspects an amateur detective shadows him.

W. Murray Crane Lonraine Governor Foss Massachusetts William M. Wood American Woolen Company Senator Lodge Senator Crane

Nelson case progress stalls as talesmen questioned

After a question and answer, Fred ericks said the talesman disqualified himself. Judges examined two more talesmen John W Roberts real estate dealer and Robert F Bain carpenter both were satisfactory. Court timing suggests a month before a jury is chosen with witnesses from across the country arriving slowly.

Talesmen John, W. Roberts Robert F. Bain Nelson

Pinex Cough Syrup Promises Quick Relief and Flavor

Advertises Pinex cough syrup as a highly effective remedy for deep coughs, whooping cough, croup, asthma, and throat trouble. Claims quick relief within 24 hours, pleasant taste, optional sugar syrup or honey mix, and wide use in the U S and Canada with a money back guarantee.

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Calocide remedy promises quick relief for sore feet

An advertorial claim urges soothing sore feet to cure nervous unrest. Soak in Calecide compound, dissolve two tablespoons in hot water, and soak fifteen minutes to relieve corns bunions and frostbite while removing the cause through the pores. A twenty five cent box said to cure the worst feet. Available at druggists or via wholesale orders.

Irish Society hears O Meara on public speaking

The Charitable Irish Society in Young’s Hotel hosted its largest meeting in years with Police Commissioner O Meara as guest speaker on public speaking. President Patrick O Loughlin chaired. O Meara counseled on simplicity force and directness, criticizing political speeches for overreach.

Charitable Irish Society Young O'Meara Patrick O'Loughlin Governor Long Tom” Bure Bishop Conaty Pp. A. Collins

Mrs. Sarah Wiggin Dies After Appendicitis Operation

Mrs. Sarah E. Wiggin of 162 Tappan Street Brookline widow of Arthur C. Wiggin a Boston crockery merchant died yesterday at Bay State Hospital after an appendicitis operation. She was daughter of John Chadwick a London native and early cotton mill superintendent. She is survived by Charles B. Wiggin president of the Brookline Trust Company.

Sarah E. Wiggin Brookline Tappan Street Arthur C. Wiggin Boston Bay State Hospital John Chadwick Londdon Charles B. Wiggin Brookline Trust Company

Makes Shampooing a Real Pleasure

Mae Martyn of the Los Angeles Globe promotes a home shampoo using one teaspoon of canthrox dissolved in hot water. The method cleanses hair, removes dirt and dandruff, rinses easily, dries quickly, and is inexpensive. It claims to leave hair soft, lustrous, and fluffy without the damaging effects of soap shampoos.

Mae Martyn Los Angeles Globe

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