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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1903
Page
8
The Daily Mail reports large scale strikes across South Russia affecting about a quarter of a million workers. Attacks by Cossacks and infantry left hundreds injured and several dead as authorities arrested alleged agitators and restored order amid rising prices.
One thousand laborers in Minneapolis employed in building trades walked off today seeking a pay raise from 2 to 25 cents an hour. The strike halted work on the post office and several large construction projects in the city.
During August the Boston Sunday Post will publish a Page 2 coupon each Sunday good for three green trading stamps. Each coupon can be redeemed for three stamps at stores named in the coupon, with no purchase required. Be sure to order next Sunday's Post.
Rome prepares for the coronation of Pope Pius X in St. Peter's with a 40 foot canopy, five hour rites, and widespread ticket demand. Cardinal Rampolla to greet, and Mer Bressan named private chaplain. Cardinals Ajuti Taliani Katschthaler Herrero y Espinosa to receive red hats. Enrique Andres mayor Andreazza notes large local enthusiasm.
In Rome the diplomatic corps accredited to the Vatican gathered for a formal reception of Pope Pius X. The pope spoke to each envoy, greeting them in French and Italian, as Swiss Guard and pontifical guards lined the hall. Bells from 500 churches rang to mark the election and masses were celebrated.
The Highland Union of Roxbury will hold its annual garden party and field day at Amory Grove on Saturday August 15. Special attractions include a 4 ball game between City Council and Legislature with Councilmen Walsh and McDonald and Senators Fitzgerald and Sullivan. Speakers include John F. Fitzgerald George A. Hibbard Charles Malley and Congressman McNary. There are 30 athletic events a band concert dancing and fireworks.
A Youngstown & Sharon line trolley rear ended a car returning from a church picnic. Joseph Rees of Sharon, 65, was killed. About 20 others were injured, including Archibald Lotten and several Sharpsville residents. The crash occurred four miles from Sharon when the rope on the regular car broke and a second car followed, telescoping the lead car.
Boston theatergoers at the Tremont Theatre witnessed Raymond Hitchcock unexpectedly enter during the third act of Peggy From Paris. He thanked the audience, joked about his King Dodo appearances, and said he wanted to see how he would look in Peggy From Paris.
Four people riding a dog cart near the Ocean Spray depot at Winthrop were dumped into mud when a girth broke at Shirley street crossing. The two wheeler overturned as the horse spooked, just minutes before a 3 35 train was due. Mrs Morgan, a Locust street couple, a gentleman and a young boy escaped injury.
Thomas H. Roberts, owner of the Lincoln House in Revere, was arrested twice by Chief Oakes after a recent gambling raid. Roberts allegedly struck the chief and used abusive language. bail was posted both times as the hotel became the center of a new controversy with ongoing lawsuits over property and accusations involving the Goodwin sisters and Alonzo Davis.
John Keenan of the Marine Firemen's Association faced a federal hearing on charges of willful delay of the U S mail. Commissioner Fiske found probable cause to hold him for the circuit court after evidence showed he quit the steamer Admiral Schley rather than accept inadequate provisions and a crew mess plan.
Frank W. Goodwin, longtime city resident and active in Masonic circles, died Wednesday at his New York residence where he worked for over 20 years. He will be buried Saturday at Forest Hills Cemetery at 3 with Adelphi Lodge A F and A M conducting Masonic services. he was a past master of the lodge.
Kidder Peabody & Co report subscriptions for sufferers from the Lowell explosion. Names listed include James A. Houston James J. Putnam Nathan B. Goodnow & Co and James P. Motley. Massachusetts State Hospital Tewksbury also contributing with a total of 514 dollars across officers and others.
John J. Connell of Stoneham, arrested for drunkenness, was linked to a bizarre incident after a restaurant patron left a finger in a jar at Gannon's on Park Square. Police recovered the finger, later found the suspect had consumed the alcohol in which it was kept, and jailed him.
Washington August 6 John F Carnell a veteran clerk in the office of the auditor for the Postoffice Department formerly of Jawa was arrested today by postoffice inspectors on the charge of opening letters addressed to the auditor and appropriating the contents. Decoy letters were used to secure the evidence.
Auditor Castle tells 200 convention attendees in Boston that all aspects of postal scandals will be thoroughly unearthed and that the investigation should spur a possible reorganization of the postal service. He cites rural delivery inequalities and calls for postmasters to think independently amid Washington oversight.
Richard Woods, arrested in New York in a Daniels & Co. raid billed as a get rich quick scheme, had acted as Boston agent for nearly two years. He ran an office at 15 Exchange Street in the Whittier building and was listed as a patent solicitor, while handling Daniels & Co. interests. Woods lived with his mother at 135 Blue Hill Avenue, Roxbury. He faced larceny charges after arrests on June 6 and June 22. restitution was made and the cases were not pressed.
Somerville Aldermen granted Carl A Weitze permission to move a building at a recent meeting. The American Tube Works petition for edgestones on both sides of New Church street was again held up due to Alderman Kelly's objection. Mayor Glines reported a request from city militia commanders to arrange a rifle range on city property in Waltham.
A reader note appears on page 2 promising three green trading stamps for each peneny good. The snippet hints at coupon redemption details and stamp incentives for shoppers.
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