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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1907
Page
2
The papal decree issued by the Sacred Congregation of the Council under Pope Pius X alters marriage law, requiring written sponsalia with two witnesses and priest or delegated priest consent. It expands valid celebrants beyond parish priests, allows missionary clergy, and applies universally from next Easter.
A report from a physician details a rare eczema case described as the worst seen in 40 years. A baby suffered severe skin ulceration, oozing blood, and required silk wrapping and carrying on a pillow for months before a dramatic recovery. The parents faced despair as the child neared death, but now the child is reportedly perfectly cured.
A father recounts using Cuticura products to treat his severely burned infant, claiming dramatic skin recovery and ongoing skin health. He cites doctors, multiple products, and quantities, then endorses Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent as a complete treatment sold by Potter Drug & Chem. Corp. in Boston with offers of a free Cuticura Book.
Bingham Maine September 13 Jepson's Corner and Pleasant Village ran a dead heat in their annual hogshead cheese bee contest.
Waterville Maine September 13 Colby College will open next week with expectations of the largest enrollment in its history as students prepare to begin the new term.
Skowhegan Maine expects obituary for William G Heselton 85 renowned pioneer merchant and hotel keeper who died from injuries after a fall leaving a large estate and an untarnished reputation.
In Eastport Maine citizens show support for Campobello Nova Scotia residents asserting the local fertilizer plant harms their summer tourism and economy. The Campobello island hosts notable summer hotels and gifted Boston visitors, including Kate Gannett Wells, are mentioned as part of the social scene.
Timothy Tufts of Somerville, who turns 89 in October, returned from a hunting trip with nearly 100 birds of various kinds, illustrating remarkable hunting success for his age and experience.
The Rev. W. R. Newall has been extended a call to become pastor of the First Methodist Church in Somerville to fill the pastorate left vacant by the resignation of the Rev. George Skene.
George Adams aged 35 of Grove Street was seriously injured on Main Street near Wyoming Avenue while attempting to alight from a fast moving car. He was taken to Melrose Hospital.
Mrs Leuranah Y Hough aged 94 died at her son’s home in Grand Rapids Michigan where she had lived the last several years She had previously resided for many years in Dover New Hampshire and in Malden Massachusetts
After a short illness in Auburndale Mrs. Eliza R. Potter 80 mother of Lilly R. Potter preceptress of Lasell Seminary and Earl F. Parker superintendent of the Wisconsin Central railroad died tonight at her home. She had been a longtime resident of the town.
At the YMHA board meeting on September 11 Isidor Phillips resigned as president. The resignation was accepted with regret. A committee of Julius Meyers Henry H. Levenson and Isaac Harris was formed to nominate a new president and fill three board vacancies.
Private advices report the loss of the Portland tug Priscilla, six years old, built at Essex, while towing from New York to San Diego with Ward liner. Three crew members were rescued.
The Scenic Temple at Revere Beach will remain open for at least two weeks due to high attendance. Management has secured top bills for next week and the following, promising audiences a high class performance.
Historical data detail fastest days and average speeds for ships sailing from Queenstown to Sandy Hook and Plymouth. Records include Deutschland Lusitania Lucania and Kaisers vessels with speeds from 21.81 to 23.58 knots and voyages dated 1894 to 1907.
The Cunarder Lusitania arrived from Liverpool on its maiden voyage and set new Queenstown to New York times, finishing in five days and 54 minutes. Claimed by Captain Watt as the fastest ship yet built, she fell short of the Deutschland and Kaiser Wilhelm II for peak speed. Passengers celebrated a grand reception as engineers praised turbine efficiency and smooth operation. Countess of Dunmore and guests among arriving dignitaries.
Sherman L Whipple and Judge James R Dunbar of Brookline recount the Lusitania voyage for Post readers praising the giant liner after its Atlantic crossing. They note maiden records broken yet believe the ship will surpass its feats and describe the voyage as marked by fog and rising excitement reaching New York.
Advertisement claim states refund of money if Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil fails to heal granulated eyelids and a stye. Product priced at 25 cents with promotion language suitable for a household surgeon.
The speaker insists the merger is a business question not party politics and defends limited open campaign expenditures. He counters General Bartlett's charge on spending and claims others finance Bartlett’s statewide campaign.
The Hon. George Fred Williams and Gen. Charles W. Bartlett urged opposition to the merger plan. Williams warned the Democratic convention would condemn the merger, while Bartlett argued the party cannot seek Democratic voter support for it. Both framed the issue as a fight against corporate monopoly and urged caucus scrutiny.
Daniel T O Connell issued a statement critiquing Buckley’s figures from the Whitney lieutenant governor race two years ago. He notes Whitney 180 096 votes versus Brown 191 138, claims Whitney spent 45 018.07 while Brown spent none, and argues Bartlett’s campaign is driven by party principles and support from Democrats.
The International Spinners Union voted yesterday to create a defense fund funded by assessments on its 4000 members. The executive board was reduced from nine to five, and permanent disability benefits were approved for Dover mill fire victims. The union pledged support for striking telegraphers and urged locals to stop using wires during the strike, with donations requested nationwide. John Golden of Fall River, president of the United Textile Workers of America, addressed the meeting.
In a Republic article titled Sane Political Thinking the Boston press is accused of unfairly attacking Mayor Fitzgerald. The Finance Commission findings are cited while insinuations about a contractor assault and family corruption in the fire department are labeled lies. The piece argues such reporting has strengthened the Democratic party.
Norrisville Vermont Sept 18 Harry A Smith a prominent Morristown farmer and selectman was drowned in the Lamoille River last night leaving the town in mourning and officials to investigate the accident.
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