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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1912

Page

6

Nugent Arrest Warrant Ties Poll Violence to Party Chief

A bench warrant was issued for James R. Nugent, Democratic county committee chairman, over an alleged assault and concealed weapons incident after a polling day dispute. Two county detectives say Nugent leaped onto the running board, struck one detective with a blackjack, and dragged two prisoners from their car, as undisclosed parties warned them away. Nugent, once state chairman, is related by marriage to ex Senator Smith and aligned with his defeated primary campaign.

Newark N. Ji James R. Nugent Democratic County Committee James Smith Nugent Wilson Mott Wilson Democrats Mr. Nugent Senator Smith

Firemen Strike on White Star Liner Majestic

Firemen aboard the White Star liner Majestic at Southampton refused to sail for New York unless more crew were hired. The ship was delayed briefly as some strikers returned and vacancies were filled by men from the quayside.

Southampton Eng Majestic New York

Actor Harold Bellew estate shows modest value

Harold Kyrle Bellew died in Salt Lake City last November leaving a net estate of 3642 dollars. The appraisal of the estate was filed today in New York.

New York Harold Kyrle Bellew Salt Lake City

Primitive living vs modern laxatives urges Syrup of Figs

An old advertisement argues that modern, refined diets cause digestive ills and promotes Syrup of Figs with Elixir of Senna from The California Fig Syrup Company as the safe cleanser. It warns against fake imitations and claims the product is harmless for all ages.

California, Fig. Syrup Company

Marines Ready for War Duty

When 112 marines depart Charlestown navy yard for San Domingo 75 remain to guard the property and one officer Lieutenant William C Cole. Lieutenant-Colonel Kane left for Philadelphia to join the expedition with two battalions of marines bound for San Domingo.

Charlestown Navy Yard San Domingo William C. Cole Kane Philadelphia

Contingent from Charlestown Navy Yard to San Domingo

The detachment led by Lieutenant Barker will depart from South Station at 8 tonight by special train and travel to Philadelphia early Friday morning. There they will board the transport for San Domingo with Phing Reeves and other long-service sailors drawn from Wakefield rifle range duty.

Charlestown Navy Yard Barker Naval Prison Phing Reeves Wakefield South Station Philadelphia San Domingo Charlestown

Mob abducts Black prisoner in Louisiana case

A mob seized Sam Johnson from deputies at Grand Cane near Shreveport last night. Johnson, described as half witted, had fatally injured Percy Alexander, a local lawyer. The mob vanished into the woods and is believed to have killed him. his body has not been located.

Shreveport Grand Cane Sam Johnson Percy Alexander

Sewing Circle Valuator Opens New England Homemakers Forum

The Sew Circle is a regular Boston Daily and Sunday Post department for women to discuss home and household topics. It invites correspondents to share advice on managing husbands and children, baby care, economy, gardening, and more using noms de plume and one-sided letters.

Sew Boston Daily and Sunday Post New England Boston Post

Dear Sewing Circle an argument against wives' wages for housework

A reader argues that a wife sacrifices more than she gains in marriage with a $25 weekly salary, noting the husband’s costs and limited personal freedoms. She contends that marriage is partnership, not wage work, and that the wife benefits from love and shared duties, while wage demands would harm the balance of marital life.

Matrimony and Independence In a Widow's View

A widow argues wives may abandon wages for marriage as she explains returning to bookkeeper work after her husband’s death. She notes women often seek a loving home over earnings and reflects on independence after loss. The piece frames marital dependence as a path to security and happiness.

Letters From Sisters on Marriage and Respect

A reader in a sewing circle writes about the sacredness of marriage vows and the home when considering kissing her husband’s friends. She fears losing self respect and the respect of her husband and others if such acts occurred.

Dear Husband Reflects True Sentiments in Letter

A wife writes that her husband expresses his genuine views in the text, praising him as kind, conscientious, and progressive yet careful to act as he would wish his wife to do. She calls him a true family man who loves home and seeks happiness for all.

One Evil Leads to Another Dear Sewing Circle

A reader argues that flirting by men stems from women’s kissing and urges women to avoid caresses to curb street flirting. The writer says even an innocent kiss is misunderstood and harmful, calling on women to avoid the appearance of evil and promising new membership.

Disillusioned Maiden Foretells Lost Love

A reader recalls an old fashioned pledge of maidenly modesty and explains how strict rules about kissing and hand holding led to lost romance. She laments that her vow remains while her former sweetheart married another woman, leaving her to face the outcome of those beliefs.

Dear Sisters On the male flirt and friendly kissing

A letter from Billi ken defends friendly kissing among women and argues against blaming all men as flirts. She dismisses age as a barrier, urges sensible younger readers to resist harsh judgments, and supports continuing platonic kisses with consent.

Dear Sewing Circle Misgivings on Male Attention

A reader weighs in on women facing unwanted male attention, arguing some overestimate male interest and that the least charming women complain most, suggesting many shrug off flirtations as mere imagination. She asks how many will avoid a neighbor about Mrs.

Mrs. Or

Autumn Calling and the Frost on the Pumpkin

A rural verse evocatively depicts autumn scenes and the end of summer labor. The narrator urges putting away swatters, acknowledging frost, waning flies, and the harvest season as fields fade and nature rests. The piece closes with Walt Mason’s quoted lines and the 1912 copyright by George Matthews Adams.

Walt Mason

Train Car Flirtation Sparks Curtain Drawing Advice

A personal anecdote recalls a busy train car where a man from a fine family is accused of attention to a woman in front of him. The scene draws raised voices, a stunned face, and a politicked reaction from bystanders as a crowd watches. The narrator warns young sisters not to gaze at men too closely.

Letters to the Sewing Circle Highlighted in Sunday Post

The upcoming Sunday Post features several compelling letters to the Sewing Circle. Readers share practical tips, patterns, and fashion advice reflecting community craft interest.

NO GREATER LOVE

A covert romance unfolds as Phyllis helps Tom escape with vital information during a wartime mission. She sacrifices love to shield him, drawing guard attention and dying in a skiff accident as she sinks beneath the river post gunfire.

Phyllis Lou Tom Phyliss

Peace Talks Get Scrappy in Geneva Session

In Geneva today at the International Peace Congress a stormy session featured temper and a speaker's ouster. Debate centered on Morocco and Tripoli with Dr Gobat defending Germany while criticizing European chauvinism. French Christian Society of Peace representatives suggested France bears some blame for Moroccan intervention.

Geneva Switzerland International Peace Congress Morocco Tripoli Gobat International Peace Bureau Germany Europe Christian Society of Peace France

Harrison Coats and Menswear Sale Ad

Silk lined overcoats priced at 9.75 from Harrsion Co. Fall overcoats valued at 25 now 9.75. Black bibs oxfords and unfinished worsteds offered, four days remaining. Harrison Co. 662 672 Washington Street corner bh.

Harrison H. Harrison Co Washington Street

Boston church events highlight 1812 anniversary and campus ties

The First Methodist Episcopal Church hosted a reception for the pastor and new students with remarks by Boston University President Marlin, School of Theology Dean Birney, and Boston Public Schools Supt. Dyer. A Boston Baptist Association centennial observance is planned for October 14 at First Baptist Church with multiple associations coordinating.

First Methodist Episcopal Church Temple Street Marlin Boston University Birney School of Theology Dyer Boston Publica Schools Boston Baptist Association First Baptist Church Commonwealth Avenue Boston Merrimac River Salem

Essenics Elect National Officers in Cincinnati

At the Supreme Council Knights of the Ancient Essenic Order meeting in Cincinnati officers for the coming year were named. Senator J. P. Geppert. senior senecal C. H. Bangs. junior senedal John Symonds. treasurer Aaron McNeil. secretary John E. Thompson. Maine deputy I. A. Turner. Massachusetts Ralph B. Rogers. Illinois John W. Owens. East Department president James F. Coates, New York.

Cincinnati Supreme Council Knights of the Ancient Essenic Order J. P. Geppert Senecal C. H. Bangs Boston Mass John Symonds Lynn Aaron McNeil John E. Thompson Maine I. A. Turner Bangor Massachusetts Ralph B. Rogers Haverhill Illinois John W. Owens East St. Louis East James F. Coates New York

Colt Armory Strike Settled in Hartford

The Colt Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company armory strike ended as 500 workers voted unanimously to return to work tomorrow morning. Reported that no concessions were made by the company.

Hartford Conn Colt Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company

GETS-IT Corn Cure Promises Pain Free Relief

An advertisement touts GETS-IT as a safe, painless corn remedy that removes corns bunions callouses and warts without harming surrounding flesh. Priced at 25 cents a bottle it is sold by BH Lawrence & Co Chicago and distributed in Boston by Riker Jaynes Drug Stores.

BH. Lawrence & Co Chicago Boston Riker-Jaynes

Archbold Sickness over Political Exposures Delays Return

John D. Archbold president of Standard Oil said he is sick of political exposure questions during a brief interview in Southampton before sailing to the United States aboard the Majestic. Three guards stood at his cabin door to deter interviewers as his intended voyage on the Olympic was canceled at the last moment.

Southampton England John D. Archbold Standard Oil Company United States Majestic Archbold New Forest Olympic

Brown Opens 149th Brown University Year in Providence

Brown University began its 149th academic year in Providence with registration expected to be about normal though exact student numbers were unavailable. Registrar Frederick T. Guild stated the enrollment would likely approximate previous years.

Providence R. I Brown University Frederick T. Guild

Booths HYOMEI Australian Eucalyptus Inhaler Ad

An advertisement promotes Booths HYOMEI as a non irritating germ destroying catarrh remedy. It claims use by specialists and physicians, describes inhalation to treat catarrh coughs colds and croup, and notes a complete outfit costs 1.00 with a larger bottle available for 50 cents.

Booth

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