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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1908
Page
3
Commissioner James B. Noyes on behalf of the School Board says Boston schoolhouses have nearly eliminates fire danger. Every building will have modern fire protection devices installed before the September term begins.
The city has spent about $170,000 on summer repairs and fire protection. About $70,000 covers alarms, gangs, batteries, cabinets, iron escapes, and installation costs. Escapes have been or are being installed at Girls' High, Winchester, Parkman, Franklin, Dwight, Winthrop, Brimmer, Harvard, Common Street, Phillips, Adams, Capen and Church schools. Outside staircases added to several more buildings. Boiler room and basement fireproofing near completion in 14 structures. Noted are major plumbing alterations at Baldwin, North Harvard, Tyler Street, Girls' High, High of Practical Arts and Andrew buildings. A remaining $25,000 will fund emergency repairs.
At Singing Beach Manchester Massachusetts John F. Conroy Boston swimming instructor and Walton Scully a Pittsburg heir were swept by heavy surf. Conroy reached the boy and, after an hour of battling breakers, a life line pulled them both to shore amid cheering spectators. This was Conroy’s 133rd rescue.
Miss Lina Abarbanell assumed the title role in The Merry Widow at the Tremont last evening, succeeding Miss Ruby Dale who fell ill. Abarbanell, known from New York and prior Boston appearances, impressed with a clear voice, fine phrasing, and graceful dancing. The performance lifted the show to a higher plane and drew a large, enthusiastic crowd. A prosperous Boston run is predicted.
In Worcester Superior Court a woman faces divorce from Carl Pickens of Boston while Ralph E. Hagan seeks nullification of his Worcester marriage to the same woman. The unusual situation involves two husbands and a minor child Ernest C. Pickens.
Miss Patricia Egan daughter of Maurice F. Egan the American minister to Denmark will marry Jerome Elmer Murphy of Los Angeles on September 10 at the Church of St Ansgar Copenhagen. The apostolic vicar Mgr Vaneuch will officiate with Carmel Egan as maid of honor Miss Meethan of Brooklyn bridesmaid and Alexander Weddell of Washington best man. A breakfast will follow for diplomatic corps members.
Ex-Senator David B. Hill and former Democratic State leader urged National Chairman Norman E. Mack to back the Bryan Kern ticket. Hill said he would aid the campaign as possible, noting his health allows advisory help rather than active roles. They spoke at headquarters after Mack arrived from Europe.
The death of Mrs. Matilda Hood at 1464 Washington street yesterday morning is described as a sorrowful tragedy. A widow with two young children left behind, she struggled alone after her husband died eight years ago. Relatives will care for the three children, ages 4 months 2 years and 11 years.
Postmaster General Meyer passed through Boston on his way to his Hamilton summer home and will confer with Postmaster Mansfield today about pneumatic service improvements. He will review service details and discuss practicability with the Boston postal chief as Mansfield serves on the commission studying pneumatic tubes.
Some 140 athletes compete today in the Gate of Heaven Holy Name Club field day at Locust street grounds Dorchester Avenue. The event runs from 12 30 PM to 10 PM with handicaps, unique post game stunts, and races for men boys and girls plus junior ball game and a tug of war.
A meeting of the City Point Catholic Association is called for tomorrow at noon to discuss the death of William T. Gillis the longtime secretary. Gillis died yesterday morning at his home 609 East Sixth street after a long illness. He was known in the Peninsular district and connected with a major electrical supply firm in the East.
Andrew F. Leatherbee, longtime head of Leatherbee Bros. lumber business at 376 Albany Street, assigns for creditors due to money market strain and loan renewals. William F. Mooers named assignee. Leatherbee says operations will continue under the assignee while arrangements are made. Liabilities about 100000. assets to be appraised.
The Boston & Maine Railroad filed a combined answer and demurrer in Exeter to Attorney General Edwin G. Eastman’s July 8 equity bill seeking to stop illegal fare increases. The railroad contends the action is improper as a discovery case and that the state lacks authority, while claiming acquiescence waived any objection. The matter awaits October term proceedings.
The G A R encampment at Toledo Ohio offers a round trip from Boston for 22 dollars 20 cents with travel in late August 27 28 29 and 30 and a return deadline of September 15 1908 Liberal stopovers free lake trip between Detroit and Buffalo official route via New Hampshire and Vermont state delegations For information and Pullman reservations contact EB H Boynton New England passenger agent Central Vermont and Grand Trunk railways 38 Washington Street Boston
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