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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1907
Page
1
In a message to the Peace Congress President Roosevelt argues against enlarging the navy noting that even one battleship per year cannot replace obsolete ships. He favors a limited warship cap and binding arbitration to reduce war causes and curb military despotism. A story on this Peace Conference coverage appears on Page 4.
McGill University in Montreal reports its medical buildings were burned to the ground in a fast moving fire. The loss is pegged at 500000 dollars with extensive equipment and records destroyed, the damage exceeding the monetary figure. The incident follows a prior blaze at the McDonald engineering building on April 5.
Counsel for the defence filed an immediate hearing motion in Merrimack County Superior Court. Trustees Arthur M Baker Archibald McLellan Josiah E. Fernald filed an answer denying agents status and challenging knowledge of the 1907 trust deed execution by Mrs Eddy.
A New York trial development centers on who will control Thaw affairs as lawyers clash over the Thaw letters papers and exhibits. Juror Wilbur F Steele visited Lawyer Delmas, denying ties to Pfaff and insisting jurors were united, while others debated Retainer changes and access to exhibits.
An advertisement promotes Brown's Bronchial Traches as immediate relief for coughs and sore throats. The simple remedy is opiate free and sold only in boxes.
Juan Rob ens, alias Jack Roberts, and Mrs. Annie Dickinson called the Mary Rogers of Maine faced a Supreme Court jury in Aroostook County Maine to answer for the October murder of Edgar Dickinson. Roberts is charged with firing the shot and Mrs Dickinson with aiding and abetting.
The New England A A U amateur championships at Riverside Boat Club Cypress Hall Cambridge crowned Bill McKinnon of Dorchester mid and heavyweight champions. William Rolfe South Boston won 145 pounds, John Henderson Roxbury 135 pounds, Moxie Fitzpatrick 125 pounds, Henry Myers Charlestown 1156 pounds. Bob McCarthy 105 pounds defeated by William Victor in first bout but won his remaining matches.
Henry M. Whitney tells the Post he is willing to campaign for Lieutenant-Governor if Democratic voters ask. He argues Governor Douglas would be a strong choice for first place and that tariff policy should be the leading issue in the next state campaign.
Henry M. Whitney said he is willing to run again for Lieutenant Governor with William L. Douglas as Democratic Governor candidate. He named tariff as the leading issue for Massachusetts. Douglas expressed no comment while signaling openness to a ticket if party wishes. General Bartlett backs a Whitney Douglas ticket as strong for the party.
A wireless message from Halifax states Percy Janis, 22, brother of stage star Elsie Janis, disappeared from the steamer Minneapolis at sea while en route to London for a role in Mrs. Jess of the Cabbage Patch. It is suspected he fell or jumped overboard.
Demands were made for higher wages for first to third officers on all coastwise steamship lines in New York and Baltimore. If not met in arbitration, a strike will tie up the coastline steamers.
An early morning quake rocked central Mexico causing massive destruction across Chilpancingo Chilapa and Tixtla with 300 to 500 dead and about 10 000 homes destroyed. The city of Trixtla Quaresita Guerrero state capital and bishop's palace are reported missing or destroyed.
The National Bank of Mexico received a telegram claiming 500 lives lost in the destruction of Chilpancingo and Chilapa, with authorities calling the figures exaggerated and suggesting deaths may be under 300 due to stone buildings. Federal aid requests include tents for residents living in the open, while military engineers and troops are deployed to assist rescue and sanitation.
Irvine A Whitcomb founder of Raymond and Whitcomb died suddenly at his home 358 Broadway Somerville after dining last night. He dictated letters then collapsed. Survived by wife two sons Ernest and Emmons and son Frank I. born to former wife. Born 68 years ago last Tuesday in Swanzey New Hampshire, he built a vast tourist agency with Walter Raymond expanding routes worldwide.
The Mexican city of Chilpancingo is described as completely destroyed after a severe quake. By evening 11 bodies were recovered, including the wife of Postal Inspector Leopoldo Lopez Guerra and the child of postmaster Jose Aleman, with many killed or injured. Telecommunication failed and panic spread as aftershocks continued. Chilapa, 35 miles northeast, is reported destroyed with uncertain casualties.
An advertisement announces no money down and long credit terms. It pitches Pru dential Supply Co at 887 Washington St offering same as cash deals in major retailers.
The Boston Americans, two time world champions, return to their home field to start the 1907 season. Weather permitting, an auspicious opening day awaits as fans await action from both returning veterans and new players.
The squad travels from Philadelphia after an opening series with bright prospects despite recent incidents. Most players feel the worst has passed and are eager to return to Boston. Armbruster Carrigan and Killian arrived yesterday after the Providence game, with Washington adding readiness for the opener. Grounds at Huntington avenue are being prepared, stands repaired, fences strengthened, and new entrances built.
The main entrance has been reorganized to direct ticket holders to their sections. The old house in front was moved inside the fence, the park repainted, and grounds refined. The game starts at 3 PM with Governor, lieutenant governor, senators, and state dignitaries invited. His Honor the Mayor and Aldermen also invited.
Weather bulletin for Boston and nearby areas notes increasing clouds Tuesday with afternoon or night showers, followed by showers on Wednesday. New England forecast shows fair east, showers in the west, with fresh west winds turning south.
An advertisement touts Sanford's Gin as ten times more effective for general ailments and always healthful, urging daily use as a remedy.
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