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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1912
Page
18
Professor Charles Townsend Cope known as Copey denies banning all humor. He explains he bans only attempted wit and humor not his own. He insists his wit remains intact as he snaps fingers and students laugh.
Local advertisement highlights Hats Shoes Shirts Cravats Trunks and Suitcases all for the motorist offered by A Shuman and Company aiming to supply every travel need in one shop.
Mrs. Harriet M. Rains of Boston sought a divorce yesterday in Judge Hardy's court claiming her husband E. L. Rains a traveling salesman collected wives in various cities and that traveling salesmen should be placed in the same category as sailors with sweethearts in every port.
Judge Hardy heard many uncontested divorce cases as Mrs. Rains exposed her husband’s city-hopping affair. Wassen, 41, said his wife left him and he knew no reason for desertion. Schnell described a night of liquor with his wife and a young performer before being granted a decree. Other decrees followed for Wain, Ohlsson, Oster, Calloway, and O Toole. In Saxonville Fred Lowther found apple blossoms with Baldwin apples on the same branch ready to pick.
The Rev. Carl Stockman of Steuben ville Ohio was unanimously called to lead the First Congregational Church on Franklin Street East Somerville, succeeding the Rev. Percy E. Thomas who resigned last May.
Smooth, easy walking Packard shoes praised as best made in the United States at any price. Claims superior fit, feel, and appearance to $10 bench and custom shoes. Prices listed at $3.50 $4.00 and $5.00 from S. H. Harrison Co. 662-672 Washington Street at Beach Corner.
Plans for the structure to house the Harvard Club of Boston have been drawn by Parker Thomas Rice architects of this city and have been accepted by the building committee of the club. Construction work is soon to begin.
The Boston Street Carmen's Union board announced results of a Monday primary with about 3500 ballots. Nominees advancing include James E. Fahey for vice-president and Thomas F. Shine and Matthew J. Higgins for president, among others, with several officers declared elected.
A new four story Georgian style building on Commonwealth avenue near Massachusetts avenue is planned for occupancy in early spring 1914. The central feature on the facade is a portico with four Ionic columns and iron glass doors bearing the Harvard seal. Harvard Hall will be a 96 by 44 foot dining room rising 50 feet, with Flemish oak wainscoting and a stone ceiling. An alcove organ gifted by Ernest B. Dane will be placed above the floor with a musicians balcony for 80, used by the Alumni Chorus.
Officers of the Greater Boston Skating Association will meet tomorrow night at 68 Dakota Street Dorchester to set a date for a general gathering and dance. Amateur skaters may join by writing to secretary William Horneman. the season runs Nov 1 to Mar 30 unless made permanent. Officers include President William Lyon and Vice President Harry Nevin.
Thousands cut living expenses by buying Tudor Tea in a trial 10 cent packet. Each packet allegedly makes 100 cups of tea, claimed in an advertisement.
An embroidery design in the popular punch-work style is described in the embroidery-made easy series to appear in next Sunday's Post. The note highlights a collar motif as the focus of the upcoming feature.
The Right Rev Mgr William P McQuaid pastor of St James Catholic Church Harrison Avenue received congratulations from priests and laymen on the 70th anniversary of his birth He was born in Scotland studied at All Hallows Dublin ordained 1870 and came to America soon after He has led St James South End for 25 years and is a monsignor member.
An ad lists prices for shoes at a street corner store near Beach avenue. Items priced at $3.50 and $4.00 appear alongside a higher priced $65.00 option.
Democratic candidate David I Walsh charged that wool interests are being pressured to fund Republicans. Wool dealers admitted contributing about 4800 to Secretary George von L. Meyer, saying they favor the state campaign but oppose Taft due to his wool schedule stance.
Mr Walsh accuses Boston wool interests of funding the Republican push for President, Congress, and House control, alleging cabinet pressure from Washington since March 4 1909 and that Brown Adams secretary Meyer Meyer received funds. Brown claims wool tradesmen raised money for the national campaign this year.
Renowned writer Mike Flannery analyzes the upcoming political scene in Sunday’s Post. The column delves into key players, voter sentiment, and possible shifts shaping policy debates and public perception.
Advertises delicious flavor and economical price for sealed packages 5 10 15 30 cents. Mentioned as available in all grocers.
London to New York dancer Mme Adeline Genee and her company sail soon for the United States. After Paris purchases she will perform at the Metropolitan Opera House New York then Boston Opera House on Saturday Nov 16 offering La Camargo and Robert le Diable music plus a “History of the Dance” illustrated with pictures and ballets aided by music and painting.
Market items listed with prices 8.50 4.00 and 5.09 in ad style. The location references street corner Beach and publication note suggests a commerce classified.
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