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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1905
Page
12
London dec 4 dispatch reports Russia's internal strife to be at its worst since troubles began. Telegraph strike isolates empire as mutinies erupt in Baltic provinces and rioting threatens Kiev. Rumors say Grand Dukes may attack the Czar and Witte faces ouster amid a looming dictatorship.
Reports from Cronstadt claim a German squadron was spotted in the Baltic near the Russian coast. Rumor says the fleet posture precedes a flight of the Russian imperial family. Agrarian and anti Jewish upraises are reported in Chernigoff Terek Kursh and Kasan governments.
ST PETERSBURG TREMBLES as the city holds steady under extreme tension. Cavalry and infantry patrols are visible in the streets, especially near the telegraph office, reflecting heightened security in the area.
The Ostpreussische Zeitung reports from Libau that peasants attacked nobles officials and residents in Livonia and Courland with killings and mutilations. Baron Campenhausen is severely wounded as bands of peasants and laborers threaten robberies and a wider insurrection is expected.
The trial of Mile Leontiff and about a dozen co defendants accused of a terrorist plot to kill General Vrepoff proceeds privately. Evidence reveals a large conspiracy with ties to Moscow aiming to assassinate Grand Duke Sergius and General Vrepoff. A courier's message in Finland uncovered the plan.
In Podwo Loczyyska Galicia on December 4 a thousand reservists were released from Odessa service, left hungry and homeless, and paraded the streets demanding food. Governor-General Whaulbars refuses aid and threats of plunder surface. Report from Kiev notes a Friday clash between engineers and Cossacks before the arsenal, with many dead or wounded.
Stockholm reports large imports of arms to Finland with steamers carrying 100 pounds of ammunition per passenger voyage. Every available revolver is shipped along with discarded Swedish army guns, signaling a substantial arming effort.
Portland Maine on December 4 Nathan Clifford defeated Mayor James P Baxter for a seventh term by a 212 vote plurality in official returns. The loss was attributed to enforcement of the prohibitory law under the Sturgis bill, liquor agency seizure, anti tenure sentiment, and poor street conditions.
Arthur Cote of Portland Maine filled in on short notice against Harry Lewis of Philadelphia at the Washington Sporting Club in Philadelphia and gave a strong showing after accepting the match late.
Judge Dewey tours South Boston and the South End delivering lighthearted quips about the Green Goods issue and election rivals. He predicts strong Democratic support, vows to jail ballot box thieves, and urges a square deal for voters while rallying crowds at Rice School and other venues.
President John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers of America presided over the national executive board meeting at headquarters in Indianapolis. The session handled routine business and notified that Mitchell has recovered from his illness.
United States Circuit Judge Henry Lurton ordered the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton and the Pere Marquette railroads placed in receivership. Judson Harmon, ex-United States Attorney General, named receiver with a $200,000 bond.
The city of Boston must pay Boston Electric Light Company 807,720.02 in damages for interference with its business site on First street South Boston. The trial spanned several days, with plaintiffs asserting city improvements deprived them of a valuable water front they owned.
James H. D. Callahan, a teamster, sues in the fifth session of the Superior Court to recover $5000 for injuries from a collision between a team belonging to the Early Express Company and his vehicle on August 8, 1908, on Devonshire Street.
Ellison Guthrie Waite aged 25 was found dead in his Columbus home Sunday from a stroke of apoplexy He was the son of CC Waite and grandson of Chief Justice Waite of the U S Supreme Court and a Yale graduate in 11
In Massachusetts a major probate fight starts as Mrs Abbie Salisbury Cleveland Longley and Charles M Longley head a group to contest the Salisbury will. They are joined by five distant relatives linked to Stephen Higgins and Abbie Salisbury with attorney W Scott Peters handling the case.
Burlington Vermont December 4 Dr J W Merrow a wealthy physician is sued for divorce by his wife Almeda Merrow. She names Grace Richards as corespondent and seeks alimony and funds to prosecute. The court grants custody of two sons Dewart 11 and Harold 6 and bars disposal of property during the suit with a temporary alimony hearing set for Saturday.
Cambridge mayoral race erupts in Institute Hall with Charles I Thurston accusing Warren IX Blodgett of bias and inviting a committee to review his books. Blodgett pledges never to work for the Boston Elevated Railway and calls for civil service reforms and longer mayoral terms.
The new British premier summoned by King Edward begins assembling a ministry as Home Rulers gain hope for policy shifts. Aimed at consolidating support, the cabinet formation signals early moves in domestic governance.
Boston readers react to Balfour's fall with optimism that Campbell-Bannerman's Liberal ministry will pursue Ireland home rule. Clergy and civic leaders hail the change as beneficial for Ireland and England, predicting peace and justice once reform moves forward.
Premier Campbell-Bannerman and Asquith roles named with Gladstone family links. John Morley and Lord Elgin hold posts as the Irish question draws attention. James Weir Hardie urges a tie with Irish and labor MPs, arguing 45 labor and 75 Irish members could shift votes beyond any government’s reach.
Mary McBarron, 45, a lodger at 198 Harrison Avenue, was found dead last night at 10 30 in the room of Thomas McGovern, a lodger in the same house. McGovern said she entered his room at night and they drank. she grew ill and died while awaiting a doctor. Police notified. McGovern held at Station 5 while a medical examiner reviews the case. The death is attributed to alcoholism.
During a thick snow storm the steamer Lunenburg capt Pride ran ashore at Amherst Harbor Magdalen Islands. Five hours after the sighting the seas were breaking over the vessel. Five crew members came ashore while the rest remained aboard as wreck likely.
A morning blaze of unknown origin ravaged Middleboro’s business district, threatening Nemasket House across from Jones Bros, undertakers and furniture dealers, before containment. Losses include Jones Bros. 25000, Miller Supply 2000, W H Laddbury 500, Thomas Clark 32500, and minor damages to Annie Read’s dwelling.
John Jr Muller sues Jeremiah ORear don for 5900 claiming on August 14 1908 while employed as a teamster the wagon he drove was defective and turned over injuring him seriously.
James EF Knowles a minor sues to recover 2000 for injuries from a May 1 1994 collision with Edwin Foles automobile. Trial ongoing.
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