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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1911

Page

1

Alleged Dynamiters Held in Los Angeles Jail

John J. McNamara, secretary of a labor union, his brother James B. McNamara, and Ortie K. McManigal are jailed in Los Angeles on murder charges connected to the Times plant blast that killed 21. They occupy separate cells under guard as legal action begins following transit from Indianapolis and Chicago.

Los Angeles Cal John J. McNamara International Bridge and Structural Tree Workers’ Association James B. McNamara Ortie K. McManigal Times

Spaniards Shot Down by Rebels at Atencingo Hacienda

Six Spaniards were killed by rebels at the Atencingo hacienda in Puebla state after they refused to contribute 5000 pesos to the insurgent cause. The hacienda had recently supplied rebels with rifles ammunition and 2500 pesos, prompting owner Angel Diaz Rubin to seek indemnity.

Mexico City Apri Atencingo Puebla Angel Diaz Rubin

Rebels attack house full of workers in deadly assault

On Monday a band of rebels entered a house where nine employees were assembled. They demanded money and were refused. The attackers then used machetes on the Spaniards, driving them out while shouting to run as shots were fired. Six Spaniards were killed.

Foss Signs Jury Bill

Governor Foss signed the Hoar anti injunction bill amid criticism from lawyers who call it a flaw in the court system. He says the measure remedies a just grievance and aligns with Democratic platform pledges while admitting its limitations and intent to enable further remedies later.

Foss

McNamara Trio Remains Separated En Route to Jail

Federal prosecutors said the State would proceed to trial while the defendants stay in separate compartments and cells on the trip from Dodge City. James McNamara, seen by Mrs Ingersoll as James enters the jail convoy, is identified by detectives as Bryce the man tied to the Times explosion. Mrs Ingersoll doubts the printed descriptions match the man she saw, while crowds remain orderly amid heightened security.

John D. Fredericks Dodge City Kansas John J. McNamara McManigal James McNamara D. H. Ingersoll San Francisco J. B. Bryce Times Bryce

Fire chief disciplines captain over side line business ties

Fire Commissioner Daly orders Captain Cornelius O'Brien moved from Engine 25 to Engine 10 after evidence tied him to a machinery firm and dynamo stock sales to firefighters. O'Brien admits involvement. Daly confirms punishment for violation of department rules.

Daly Cornelius O'Brien James Ryan O’brien

Custom House Sinking Threatens Boston Tower

The Boston Custom House 00 foot tower under construction has settled six inches. An investigation by the Boston Transit Commission will study possible effects on the East Boston tunnel. Officials blame inadequate foundation and weakening granite bed from recent tower work.

Boston Custom House Boston Transit Commission East Boston Custom House

Custom House Tower Construction Causes Settlement and Debate

The Custom House rests on six foot piles with bonded granite floors. settlement has continued, and Norcross Brothers face higher costs as caissons cut through granite. The tower’s foundation contract keeps the building in its current position and shoring up to original alignment. The tunnel under State street near the building prompts a Transit Commission review of the roof and walls.

EK. FE. Hunter Norcross Brothers Peabody & Stearns State Street Custom House Edmunds. Davis The Transit Commission

Franconia Arrives in Boston Harbor with 2300 Immigrant Passengers

The Cunard liner Franconia, largest ship to enter Boston Harbor, reaches quarantine at 9:15 after a seven day voyage. Captain Charles A. Smith and Pilot J. W. Reid guide the vessel through heavy seas and fog to a welcoming sight along 1 mile of water with Boston lights and 2300 aboard.

Boston Cunard Franconia Boston Harbor Charles A. Smith Dean of Boston J. W. Reid Pilot No. 1 Boston Towing Company Cunard Line Boston Light

Boston Harbor Dock Plan Faces State and Railroad Leaders

A morning conference at the State House with Governor Foss and New Haven president Charles S. Mellen focused on Boston water front reform. They discussed erecting large docks at Jeffries Point and a possible $3,000,000 harbor improvement program to bolster Fast Boston’s status as a major shipping entrance.

Boston New England Foss Mellen New Haven Road Jeffries Point

Lawrence Municipal Graft Probe Ordered for May Session

Chief Justice Aiken orders a special session of the Essex county grand jury to sit in Lawrence on May 3 to hear evidence in alleged graft and corruption cases. High Sheriff Johnson informed jurors to report at the local Superior Courthouse at 10 o clock Wednesday forenoon.

Lawrence Aiken Wssex County Grand Jury Johnson

Grant Monument Cornerstone Laid In 1892

The entry notes the cornerstone of the Grant monument laid in 1892. It lists notable anniversaries including inventor B Morse born 1781 and U S President Ulysses S Grant born 1822. Also marks sunrise and moon phases with a 7 08 lamp lighting beacon reference.

B. Morse Jiysses S. Grant United States Grant

Boston and rivals tumble in early standings and results

Wolgast defeats One-Round Hogan in two rounds as college and school games yield varied results. Red Sox rise to second place while Walker Brown makes a remarkable city street record by defeating Tafts. Bowdoin beats Dartmouth and Holy Cross defeats Amherst.

Wolgast Hogan Red Sox Walker Brown Brown Tafts Bowdoin Dartmouth Holy Cross Amherst

Weather Forecast for Boston Area Ahead of Weekend

Forecast calls for Thursday fair conditions in Boston and vicinity with progressive improvement. Friday expected to remain fair with light to moderate variable winds. Washington dispatch notes general trend of pleasant weather across southern England with westerly to south winds.

Boston Vicinity Washington England

Dr Siegert Angostura Bitters Tonic in All Mixed Drinks

The note promotes Dr Siegert's Angostura Bitters as a tonic suitable for all mixed drinks and cocktails. It highlights its versatility for flavor enhancement in beverages.

Dr. Siegert

Relief column in trap at Raselma region

April 22 dispatch from Captain Bremond says his force, sent from Fez to ease pressure there, broke camp and began a difficult march toward Raselma. Cherada tribesmen press the pursuit, with many killed and threats to massacre prisoners they seize.

Tangier Bremond Fez Raselma Cherada

Fez relief effort stalled as Bremond’s column tightens siege

Late dispatches report Captain Bremond marching toward Fez facing critical conditions with scarce ammunition. Cherada tribesmen surround his force and have retaken prior positions. Captain Boissot, nearing Bremond, learns of his move and returns to Alcazar, leaving Bremond unsupported.

Fez Bremond Boissot Alcazar

Dutch take Palmas Island raise Dutch flag in Philippines

Delayed reports from Manila via Jolo state the Dutch have captured Palmas Island 69 miles southeast of Mindanao and lowered the American colors replacing them with the Dutch flag. Washington reportedly will not protest, deeming the islands valueless.

Manila Jolo Palmas Island Mindanano Holland Washington United States

Convention results for House and Senate race names

Albert P. Langtry led with 151 votes and Frank J. Donahue had 123. Two scattering votes among 276 cast of 280. Representative John P F Meaney questioned constitutionality arguing ballots were required for secrecy. Experts say the method was constitutional.

Albert P. Langtry Frank J. Donahue John PF. Meaney

Langtry Elected Secretary of State Over Donahue

Representative Albert P. Langtry a Republican from Springfield won the secretary of state post, defeating Democrat Frank J. Donahue 151 to 123 after a bitter party clash in the House and Senate convention. Speaker Walker led the effort, with Martin Lomasney declaring a shift toward practical Republican politics.

Albert P. Langtry Springfield Frank J. Donahue House Senate Langtry Walker Martin Lomasney

Massachusetts Convention Battle Over Ballot Secretary Selection

Representative John F. Meaney disputes a ballot vote for the Secretary of State claiming constitutional violation while Clerks Coolidge and Kimball defend it as lawful. The State House echoed with a noisy, fractious debate as factions argued about a secret ballot and the Donahue candidacy amid intra party rivalries.

John F. Meaney Blackstone Coolidge Senate Kimball House State House Senator Lodge Massachusetts

Jury Seated in Glover Will Challenge Case

The second attempt by Arthur Norsman Glover and William Glover to break the will of Clarence F. Glover began in East Cambridge Supreme Court with Judge Hammond presiding. A jury of 14 was impanelled, including Foreman Henry Weeks and Julius Freeman, amid objections by counsel Fletcher Ranney for the executor Samuel D. Elmore.

Arthur, Norsman William Albert Glover Clarence F. Glover Hammond East Cambridge Supreme Court J. Siden Moulton Stowe Fletcher Ranney Henry VP. Weeks Marlboro Clarence 8. Williams Weyland Selden Colburn Dracut James F. Daley Arlington Frank Davenport Medford Julius P. Freeman Winchester John ©. Mahoney Natick Harry O. B. Nichols Holliston Harry G. Robbins Hudson John W Scribner Currier Woburn Morton B. Wright Chelmsford Frank Mulock Weston Wletcher Ranney Glover

Continued on Page 6 Fourth Column Continued

A brief continuation note indicates continued coverage or column material moved to Page 6 in the fourth column and again to Page 6 in the fifth column.

Colman

Also Mentioned on This Page

Irans J. B. McNamara Trans Dianapolis Chicago Conlin Ait Claudes Electram International Bridge and Structural Tron Workers’ Association Cincinnati House Yi Beer Fedeesion Tunnel Outer Harbor Cunarder A.M New York Philadelphia Detroit Cleveland Brooklyn Cincinnati Pittsburg St. Louis Ady Sen J.H. Doyle Bob” Washburn MR Walker Sen.malley Bill” Newton Trier Senator Meaney Norman U. S Meaney Russell A. Wood Cambridge Wood Denny Laundryman’s Fortune Lillian Marie Glover Clarence Glover Ranney Thas Kang
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