14 Apr 1906
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1906
Page
1
President Roosevelt delivers a widely advertised address on The Man With the Muck Rake, drawing on Pilgrim's Progress to critique literary exposers and critics of national institutions.
Six Chinese men led by alleged headquarters figures were arrested in Boston on a lottery operation estimated at about $2000 a day. Deputy Marshal James Watters and other authorities seized the ring, with bail set at $500 each via a female surety. The men denied knowledge, promising to face charges.
Captain Sidney Neff and 18 men were saved from the barge Racktrack after dynamite blew near Castle Island. They returned to the vessel and battled a fire that menaced destruction while a second dynamite load in a small boat stood in the danger zone before De Veaux Powell pulled it clear.
Henry Langman of Codman Hill Dorchester was brutally assaulted by a crowd near Bowdoin Square last night and relieved of 10 dollars from his vest pocket. He had a substantial roll of bills in an inside pocket that the thieves did not take.
If it’s correct, it’s at Morse’s. The Easter gray window demonstrates varied gray effects in Morse-made suits priced from $10 to $35. Visit the store to see the suits themselves and step inside for full selection.
For boys suits in sizes 16 to 19 years priced 8.00 to 25 dollars and sizes 7 to 16 years 8.00 to 10 dollars and sizes 3 to 10 years 8.75 to 7 dollars. For Easter, get one of our famous 43e scarfs.
In Washington on April 13 Speaker Cannon ordered Reps Dalzell and Williams to their seats after a heated clash over remarks about Rep Bennett and a bill to admit Fannie Diner described as an idiot. A resolution to expunge the caustic remarks from the record was later passed.
Prominent Italians approve the Post relief plan for Mt Vesuvius victims and promise aid beyond funds. Mayor Fitzgerald schedules an 11 o clock meeting in the council chamber to discuss immediate relief of food and clothing programs officially from Boston. Governor Guild regrets absence due to duties but pledges to aid sufferers and send assistance.
Chicago April 18 Dowie may take a million and retire A peaceful settlement between Dowie and Voliva led rebels appears possible Dowie seeks full powers as first apostle and would retire after declaring the church owns 95 percent of Zion City property and Dowie 5 percent yielding one million to Dowie and nineteen million to the church
The Hon. Levi S. Gould of Melrose writes the Governor asserting strong support for swift execution, claiming delay undermines public virtue and shows mass opinion can sway justice through sensational press influence. He warns that postponement could embolden the licentious and threaten the sacred findings of juries.
The Mayor invites top business leaders and union reps to a meeting to urge a coordinated relief effort for Italy’s volcano disaster. Italian consular officials and notable Boston figures will attend, as donations to the relief fund rise to 390 dollars with multiple local contributors listed.
Robert McSwane who fled Deer Island House of Correction on Thursday remains at large with authorities believing he still hides on Deer Island. Guards and Winthrop police monitored Shirley Gut shores during every tidal window but have not located him. A fellow prisoner says McSwane saved food for days, fueling fears he planned to reach the mainland. His wife lives in Watertown and his Brighton home is on record. He was jailed for larceny and was to be arrested in Brighton on a warrant.
A boy 10 years old, James Rowan, was attacked by a big dog and a terrier on Nashua Street in Somerville. The dogs, muzzled yet free to bite, were shot by Patrolman Lewis. owners are John Frizzell and Julia Lambert. The incident follows recent muzzle ordinance bites.
Tenney's team beat Brooklyn 7 to 4 while the Giants lose to Philadelphia in ten innings. Criger plans to join Collins' team on May 1 and a Harvard mile race winner is noted. Teddy Jr did not compete in the events. Touls Cure of France defeats George Sutton 500 to 427 and Hoppe defeats Morningstar.
A drill boat Racktrack on a ledge near Buoy 10 exploded after four sticks of dynamite failed to ignite. The blast blew the bow from the barge. a second steam wipe caused another explosion. Crew members were stunned but not seriously hurt. Fire spread along the deck but tugs from Welcome Neponset Boston Towboat Company Commercial Towboat Doane Towboat fought the blaze. Fireboat 31 extinguished the fire after about 30 minutes. The Racktrack, owned by G H Breyman Bros of East Boston, suffered extensive damage.
Mrs. S. A. Frost of 20 Fairmont street was robbed near Walnut and Lowell streets as two men in dark clothes seized her from behind and took a satchel containing a $2.50 gold piece and small change.
Saturday brings fair skies for Boston and nearby areas. Sunday may bring showers followed by clearing and a drop in temperatures with fresh westerly winds.
Partly cloudy Saturday with warmer conditions in the western portion. Sunday brings rain and cooler air with fresh to brisk southwest to west winds.
A reflective verse scene describes a clear Good Friday where April’s arrival cheers and poets find inspiration. The speaker notes winter’s dismissal as spring moves forward and hints at youthful thoughts stirred by the day.
On April 13 at New York the Boston Nationals beat Brooklyn 7 to 4 in the National League race. Pfeiffer started strong for Boston, while Strobel and Goode flubbed in the opener. Stricklett struggled for Brooklyn as Goode Bates and Maloney made errors. Harry Pulliams praised Pfeiffer and the Boston youngsters as the crowd urged better fielding and effort.
Mrs Alice F Cooper, charged with the murder of Charles D Northy Jr at South Windsor, testifies about jealous motives and a hidden affair. She describes a secret Sept 3 meeting, locking the door, fear of exposure, and the church confrontation two days before the killing. The testimony continues with details of the shooting day.
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