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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1912
Page
5
The following Saturday afternoon specials run 1 to 5 30 PM featuring linoleum, women's and children's apparel, hosiery, bed sheets, tumblers, gowns, aprons, porcelain berry sets, handkerchiefs, gas mantles, slippers, hydrogen peroxide, Swiss ribbed vests, sweaters, leather handbags, and German silver mesh bags at discounted prices.
Washington dispatch reports Andrew Gonzales a condemned wife murderer, angrily protesting he was not hanged as Taft granted a reprieve for a sanity commission to issue a report. He demanded immediate execution with no further delays.
A sports themed advertisement touts TIZ foot bath as removing acids poisons and callouses to keep players in top form. It promises a free trial package from Walter Luther Dodge & Co Chicago and a 25 cent box at drug or department stores.
New York: Police Commissioner Waldo testified before an aldermanic committee that politicians and others offered $15,000 for promotion to inspector. He said he had an affidavit from a captain stating he was approached with such a demand as a condition of promotion.
Emory R Buckner asks Waldo to produce an affidavit and all related information about misconduct in the police department during the inquiry. Waldo refuses to reveal names, stating the committee may obtain the document and could publish it. The Civil Service Commission stands by its stance as the hearing adjourns to resume Wednesday.
Bell boys at the Hotel Touraine allegedly tore up guest rooms while union and management clash over hours laws. The International Hotel Workers Union Local No. 6 accuses hotels of flouting 58 hour and 54 hour limits for women and children, planning to present witnesses to state police. A letter from Thomas G. Connolly to Chief Whitney outlines the union’s legal arguments and a Saturday inspection plan.
The article notes Mr. Connolly seeking a conference over hotel managers violating the 54 and 68 hour labor law for women. He promises investigation if a number of cases exist, but cannot reply until after grand jury duties. Strikers hold meetings with no results while Blochlinger and Haywood loom in connection with the I W W. Marry Casalou.
The Stationary Engineers' union local met with Thomas Ahern addressing members. The group referred the question of siding with hotel workers to the local president and business agent who will return Monday. A hotel workers committee will seek C L U backing to mobilize A F L groups for higher pay shorter hours and better conditions. The committee includes Michael Dumas Paolo Contestadali and Attorney T G Connolly. The union voted to participate in the Ettor Giovannitti demonstration parade with banners.
Middlesex and Boston street railway employees held a meeting in Lafayette Hall Wal tham to launch a union. Organizer Fred Fay and other officials who aided the Boston Elevated strike spoke and were warmly received. Union backs say fired for union activity. management denies. The Middlesex Boston system includes Waltham Watertown Auburndale Lexington Newton Natick and Commonwealth Avenue lines. Officials refused to discuss the move when informed.
Union leaders say a charter has been applied for with national headquarters and the permanent organization is now on a working basis. The plan prioritizes recognition and reinstatement of about 20 dismissed workers while 400 of 700 employees have already joined the union. Speeches by Vice President P F Sheehan and organizers followed overnight meetings of the employees.
An old advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a harmless cure to restore natural hair color, remove dandruff, and stop hair loss. It promises rapid results and a money back guarantee, urging readers to buy for fifty cents a bottle today.
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