13 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1907
Page
1
On Aug 12 in New York John D. Rockefeller saw losses surge as Standard Oil tumbled to 450, down 50 points from Landis ruling in Chicago and 15 from Saturday’s low. The market fell sharply with stocks reacting to the court decision.
Stocks widely expected to be influenced by Standard Oil interests opened weak and fell rapidly. Brokers whispered that Standard Oil magnates were driving the market lower as a warning to the administration and to shift the $29,000,000 fine. Fortunes vanished on Wall Street as the downward trend intensified, with many investors financially hurt and commission houses crowded.
In Kiel Germany today the Wittelsbach earned the opening point for the German side in the Emperor William cup sonderclass series. The Spokane I representing the United States finished closely behind the German yacht, crossing 31 seconds later for a narrow American defeat.
In heavy 15 to 18 knot winds at Kiel, the Wittelsbach wins with 2 09 01 as Spokane I. places second among Americans. Wannsee third, Chewink VIII, Marblehead, and Tilly X follow in a tight pack. German boats showed superiority in reefing and steadier handling for the challenging conditions.
The Massachusetts delegation arrived at Jamestown Virginia after fog delays, beat Governor Guild aboard the U S gun boat Newport, and were guests at a Swiss Village luncheon. Governor Guild praised Massachusetts leaders and vowed unity with Virginia and South Carolina. Massachusetts Day plans include building dedication, speeches, a lawn lunch, and a Washington trip before Gettysburg.
Police recount rounded up Armenian murder band members including Avido Manoukian and Levian Boygagian brought from Boston. Manookian claimed Kesag Jelalian, lieutenant to Vahem Arzoonian, directed them to target Barcovian Krukouvian and two others with poisoned daggers and pistols.
Reserve Officers Sullivan and Gould were pelted with stones at 6% Heath Place Roxbury while arresting Frank Crawford Jr. Inmates at the home allegedly attacked them leaving Sullivan with a fractured skull after a lamp-like missile struck him. Arrests are expected. Surgeon Williams treated 16 stitches at the station.
A concise claim states relief from headaches caused by summer heat overwork nervous disorders or impaired digestion. The product promises quick relief, suggesting suitability for those suffering from heat fatigue and related headaches.
Bertha Mcul lough aged 10 listed on the dangerous list with an address at corner Court and Hanover streets near Relief Hospital.
A long list of individuals mainly from Charlestown and surrounding Boston areas injured in incidents at workplaces homes or public locations. Names ages addresses and hospital placements include Cornelius Cochrane Lucius Lawrence Charles Peary Helen Dcourcey John Scully Pauline Rogers Max Barnett Vogal Lulu Garland Ray Densmore Daniel May Etta Campbell James Barter Emily Kingham Louis Coburn Robert Barrett and others. Reports note falls contusions scalp wounds elbow dislocation and staging accidents with hospitalizations at Relief City and Emergency Hospitals.
Weather forecast predicts scattered thunder showers in Boston and New England with Tuesday unsettled, Wednesday fair and cooler. Fresh southwest to west winds expected, shifting through the period as noted in the national forecast.
Western Union and Postal Telegraph operators near a nationwide strike with 95 percent of telegraphers expected out by Friday. Night operators in AP news centers in New York, Washington, and Chicago walked off. Demands include eight-hour day, 15 percent wage rise, overtime pay, and reinstatement for those discharged. Deputy National President Percy Thomas issued a strike order to Commercial Telegraphers' Union offices nationwide. Telegraph business slowed across the United States.
A wave of spontaneous walk-outs by telegraph operators reaches New York, targeting Western Union Postal Telegraph and Associated Press. Work stoppages disrupt telegraph business though leased wire service and Post news service remain intact. union promises support for strikers amid ongoing labor talks.
Report says Boston’s upcoming tax rate will be 16 dollars per thousand, up ten cents from the current rate. No official figure yet, but expectations lean to no less than 16, the highest rate since 1884 except for 1905. Major increase anticipated as assessors prepare the rate.
The document notes shrinkage in personal and stock values since the last assessment as firms convert to Massachusetts corporations and many domiciles change. Real estate gains rise by 25,971,000, while personal value declines are expected to reduce overall gains. If current expenses had been funded by taxation rather than borrowing, the tax rate would be higher and a 339,999 surplus would not exist. Net personal value losses may reach 4 to 5 million dollars, leaving total gains near 21 million against 29,959,306 last year, with total city valuation projected at 1.3 billion, a record.
Leong Quan, a young Chinese participant in the On Leong Tong funerals, died at City Hospital after serving and feasting with highbinders from New York. Authorities believe he was poisoned with rare Chinese poisons used by the Flowery Kingdom, though doctors cannot confirm the exact cause.
Medical Examiner MacDonald investigates Leong Quan death with organ analysis for poison traces. Symptoms hour after hospital arrival do not match known poisons, fueling Chinatown terror during funeral rites. Ambulatory response at 9 40 pm and death about an hour later amid funeral celebrations.
Chin One Man a Sandwich Massachusetts laundryman died July 25 at Relief Hospital after collapsing July 23 seeking rest at a Washington street laundry. Medical Examiner cites pneumonia and opium poisoning. Police reopens tong war case and expects possible arrests.
Six prominent figures in business opportunities were arrested on grand jury indictments and held on bail as part of a citywide dragnet. Named individuals include Charles S. Stuart and Howard M. Faust with bail set at 7500 and 3500 respectively. Joseph M. Levingstone 4500. William A. Sweet 2500. Henry A. Eyg es 2500. Frank A. McKinnon. Charges allege conspiring to defraud unknown parties. all pleaded not guilty and were held or bailed after last night’s arrests.
District Attorney Moran faces complaints about a feared business chance dealer named Stuart who operates from School street with offices in the city. He resides in a Brookline mansion at 57 Kentwood Street with a wife and two sons away at school. Moran hopes new evidence will yield long prison terms to curb the alleged crimes.
A pedestrian spotted smoke emerging from the front door of the three story wooden tenement at 42 Austin Street. The fire was set under the first floor hallway causing $100 damage before residents escaped. Police have no clues.
Ada Abraham a Swedish woman was arrested in Newton Aug 12 on a trespassing charge after repeatedly visiting Centre street home to declare her love for a young man whose brother filed the complaint. The incident centers on unrequited affection and repeated calls.
Aug 12 Tangier report says Caid Sir Harry MacLean has been handed over by his captor the bandit Raisuli to the Elkines tribe who in turn set him at liberty.
A fire at the Eagle Foundry Company on the outskirts of Lowell tonight displaces about forty workers. The building owned by C. A. Smith sustained an estimated $6000 loss, and the cause remains undetermined.
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