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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1912
Page
11
United States Circuit Judge William L. Putnam released from bail the five officers of the United Shoe Machinery Company. Defendants in a Sherman act case, they posted $5000 bail each and were allowed to go on their own recognizance with government consent.
Representative Norris accuses Judge Putnam of allowing secret hearings in the civil suit to dissolve United Shoe Machinery Company. He seeks disqualification, citing privileges granted to defendants and noting government objections to private examinations by the examiner. Names mentioned include Hine W Winslow William Barbour Edward P Brown Elmer P Howe and others on the executive committee.
Secretary Meyer must decide if the navy will break its policy of awarding contracts to American firms by granting a 2,000 16 inch shell contract to Hatfield Steel Co of Hatfield England. The English firm underbid the nearest American rival by about 200000 on a 1 million dollar deal triggering questions over giving ammo contracts to foreign firms for U S naval ships.
In the 10th district speech volume John J. Walsh, Democratic candidate for Congress, accuses Murray of cowardice and failure to aid the navy yard, port commerce, and post office services. He blames bosses for backing Murray and cites Taft promises and postal delays to urge voters to elect him. Other speakers included Senate and House candidates.
National Chairman Hilles announced that the Columbus gathering will be the kickoff for statewide Republican campaigning with Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts delivering the keynote. Also speaking are Rep. Philip Campbell of Kansas Rep. James Watson of Indiana and Rev. John Wesley Hill of New York.
The first Republican rally in Faneuil Hall during the current primary campaign supported ex-Speaker Joseph Walker for the gubernatorial nomination. About 200 attendees heard Walker discuss Commonwealth finances and oppose judicial recall. George B. Smith, former Boston Chamber of Commerce president, presided.
Mayor Fitzgerald renewed his campaign yesterday at noon rallies and at Maynard Hull and South Boston last night. He credited Governor Foss with settling the Elevated strike and said Pelletier acted only after the governor secured a decision in favor of the car men.
The Mayor explains the settlement of the Boston car strike after a conference with the Central Labor Union and striking workers. He credits Governor Foss for calling the Board of Arbitration, notes the Governor’s pressure on Elevated officials to submit, and praises Foss for reforms ensuring fair arbitration and a wage earners' interest.
Governor Foss outlined Democratic administration achievements in Lynn last night and urged a complete reorganization of the state penal system. He pressed for a law allowing extended time to pay fines after noting 11 000 inmates jailed last year for nonpayment.
Boston audiences will welcome Elizabeth O'Neill back to the stage after a summer tour of dramatic triumphs. She joins the St. Samad Theatre stock company and will appear in the title role of a new production.
Governor Foss urges cheaper transportation by developing waterways and regulating railroads through a strong commission. He touts labor reforms including shorter hours for women and children, a labor bureau, workmen's compensation, and wage standards to ensure living wages. Roosevelt defends quitting the Republican party and attacks party leaders in Nebraska and Massachusetts.
Thomas A. Niland, Democratic candidate for Representative of Ward 1 East Boston, conducts a house to house campaign entering about 800 homes. He distributes thousands of cards bearing his photograph with a message pledging not to betray his district. Four weeks ago he began door to door calls, meeting voters and spouses personally.
Thomas P. Riley forecasts 145 000 votes in Tuesday primaries and predicts District Attorney Pelletier will win under 20 percent. He attacks Mayor Fitzgerald as a Foss ally and pledges to end boss rule, citing graft charges and a shakeup of the party machinery in Boston.
A letter of endorsement signed by district merchants and workers urges support for Congressman John W. Weeks in the 18th district Republican primary. The missive praises his congressional record and argues a strong vote will prevent a district disadvantage, noting broad backing beyond the district and urging turnout.
Democratic Governor candidate Joseph C. Pelletier denounces Governor Foss and the railroads, claims land wealth and control in East Boston, and alleges political bias in permit decisions while addressing crowds in Watertown Hyde Park Mattapan Neponset Fields Corner Dorchester Ward 8 and speaking from Pemberton Square steps. He mocks the Tremont Temple Faneuil Hall plan and predicts gold dollar gains from East Boston land development.
A vintage advertisement touts Cascarets as a cure for constipation headaches stomach sourness and indigestion. It promises cleansing of the liver and bowels and a refreshed feeling for men women and even children with gentle nightly use.
A Somerville child died after a hoe cart struck him as he ran from his home toward Somerville Hospital. The driver, 16 year old James A. Fitzgerald of Cambridge, was arrested on a manslaughter charge and released on $1500 bail.
The new St Clement’s Church on Harvard Street and Boston Avenue South Medford will hold its first services tomorrow morning. Rev Thomas F McCarthy announces four masses at 7 9 10 and 1130 o’clock with assistant Rev Michael A Callahan officiating. parishioners have worshipped in a tent after the parish’s spring establishment and gale-destroyed shelter.
Virginia settled with detectives hired to capture members of the Allen outlaw bench responsible for the Carroll County courthouse shooting. The total paid by the Commonwealth reaches about 12 500 dollars. Governor Mann issued a warrant for 2300 dollars to W G Baldwin for rewards on Sidna Allen and Wesley Howard's capture.
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