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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1909
Page
4
London dated September news reports describe initial skepticism over the Peary despatch. Papers debated authenticity, with headlines like A Strange Telegram and A Mysterious Message. The telegram was traced to Indian Harbor Labrador, prompting cautious credit.
The brief note describes how newsboys bought up papers with the greatest avidity, reflecting the urgency and demand for the latest issues among vendors and readers alike.
Commander Peary's startling message was received in New York at 12:39 PM via Postal Telegraph Company. The message traveled from Indian Harbor Labrador to Cape Ray Newfoundland by wireless, then to Port aux Basques by Newfoundland land lines, onward to Canso Nova Scotia and over Commercial Cable Company lines.
Willis L. Moore says a special meeting of the National Geographical Society board will discuss honoring both Dr. Cook and Lieutenant Peary with medals at the December dinner. He notes division among managers and anticipates a prompt vote after tomorrow's session.
Professor H H Clayton of Canton welcomes news that a second American may have reached the North Pole and that Peary’s voyage offers observations rivaling Cook’s. L A Welles and Professor I A Roach weigh in on the significance while Roach is away in Canada.
Admiral Schley lauds Captain Peary after news of his polar success mirrors Dr. Cook's achievement. He trusts Peary's integrity and expects supporting observations to verify reaching the pole, noting identical conditions would aid swift travel and that forged records would be as unlikely as Cook's.
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Harvard geographer Professor J B Woodworth notes the North Pole achievement by Peary and Cook reflects American explorers. He calls credit unclear for now, cites sextant limits, and discusses potential land at the pole, ice conditions, and Greenland cryolite sources.
Worcester Academy principal Dr D W Abercrombie received a telegraph dispatch from Indian Harbor Labrador dated Sept 6 1909 stating Top of the earth reached at last Greetings to faculty and boys Signed Dr B McMillan Donald McMillan formerly instructor at the academy went on the Peary North Pole expedition and has a two year leave of absence He is expected to return before the leave ends
Telegram from Dr. B McMillan confirms Peary's polar achievement. He accompanied Peary on the expedition and sent word to Mrs W C Fogg in Freeport Maine that the pole is on board and that it was the best year of his life.
Portland crowds erupt in support after a theatre announcement of Peary reaching the pole. The Jefferson Theatre show Travelling Salesman pauses as the news triggers a 15 minute ovation with the national hymn.
Elihu Thomson of Lynn lauds Commander Peary for reaching the North Pole saying he expected the feat and possessed the grit and perseverance. Brockton bacteriologist George Bolling urges caution, awaiting positive proof while noting two Americans may have achieved the milestone. Brockton scientist Dr A C McGregory vows to wait for return.
A testimony describes severe coffee-caused illness for a husband and wife. After switching to Postum, headaches lessen, complexion clears, and kidneys improve. The narrator gains weight and urges others to use high grade Postum, citing personal experience and a book reference.
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