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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1906
Page
14
Thousands of yards of woolens both imported and domestic will be sacrificed in this sale. New effects and colorings for suits overcoats and trousers offered at deeply slashed prices. Gun metal checks and shadow plaids, English browns in worsteds, Meltons Kerseys Beavers Scotch and Tweed overcoats included. Full dress and tuxedo suits reduced to 35 45 53 00.
The Senate voted to require the President and the War Department to furnish all information on the discharge of negro troops in the Twenty-fifth Infantry. The action followed a two hour debate with no roll call and noted possible presidential courtesy concerns about directing the President personally.
Chester E. Gillette did not get sentence today in Herkimer court as his lawyers failed to file a motion for a new trial. Judge Devendorf set Monday at 10 am to close the case while guards watch Gillette who remains upbeat, amid rumors of a possible confession to Grace Brown’s killing.
Washington five days ago the House committee on merchant marine and fisheries discussed a Gallinger bill amendment to limit subsidies to South American and Oriental trade. Chairman Grosvenor prepared amendments. Secretary Root’s policy on extending trade aligns with the plan. Representative Watson predicted a favorable report and passage in the House.
Washington Dec 6 The Navy report notes work at the Boston yard on preserving the historic frigate Constitution. It states a preservation project authorized by Congress is in progress and mentions Morse’s as the chosen location if correct.
A catalog notes Morse made overcoats and other suits priced from ten to fifty dollars. It highlights cloth choice for texture and warmth, and promises business or dress garments to suit conservative or fashionable tastes. Open Saturday until 10 PM.
A photograph owned by Captain Charles W. Hunt of Dorchester police may clear up a Mattapan burglary. Charles S. Woodman reported being robbed at pistol point in bed at 76 Wellington Hill street. James J. Cassidy of Hyde Park was arrested on suspicion, identified by Woodman, and faces charges of breaking and entering.
Auburn prison quarters were readied today for Chester Gillette who was convicted Tuesday at Herkimer of murdering his sweetheart Grace Brown. A cot and chair were placed in cell No 2 in the death row corridor. The previous occupant was a Buffalo Italian electrocuted about a year ago.
William J. O'Brien aged 62 of 209 Bolton street South Boston fell on Broadway near D street in front of Payson court as a slippery sidewalk caused him to lose balance. He was taken by police ambulance to Station 6 where he died. skull fracture listed as cause. He was single and lived at 209 Bolton street.
In Calumet Michigan a blast in No 8 shaft 21st level of the Quincy mine killed miner William Coggin and fatally injured Dennis Shea. Jack Handy and John Sullivan were seriously hurt. Forty men were inside the shaft as gas and smoke overwhelmed rescues.
A column of constabulary troops clashed with Pulajanes between La Paz and Terragona on Leyte Island December 5. Four soldiers were killed and eight wounded including Lt. Ralph P. Yates Jr. Thirty Pulajanes died, many were wounded and captured.
A grand jury yesterday heard witnesses in the case involving Mayor Fitzgerald and alleged intimidation of Ward 8 city employees over votes for Edward Dixon. District Attorney Moran leads the inquiry with testimony from City Hall reporters, Republic editors, and municipal workers.
Mayor Eugene E. Schmitz and Abram Reuf faced a grand jury indictment on five counts of extortion. The case was continued to Monday for pleas as Supervisors Nicholas and janitor Duffy also appeared on related charges. The defense claims witness intimidation and aims to quash indictments before trial.
Boston experienced a stormy day with snow followed by rain, creating slush and mud on sidewalks and streets. Travel slowed as railroad and Elevated services faced delays and switches at major stations malfunctioned, while temperatures rose about 20 degrees to a high of 54.
Representatives of Italian organizations in Boston circulated notices calling a mass meeting at Columbo Hall on Monday December 17 to discuss recall of Chevalier Gustavo Tosti. The notices accuse the consul of betrayal and graft and promise to reveal alleged misconduct within the colony.
The Boston City Club will formally open Wednesday evening December 12 at the Somerset and Beacon streets clubhouse. About 1000 members already joined with many applications in progress as committees meet there to finalize the dedicatory program.
Washington speeches at the rivers and harbors convention urged Congress to fund at least 50 million dollars yearly for national river and harbor work. Mayor Fitzgerald praised Boston harbor needs, advocated deepening channels to 40 feet, and highlighted Boston’s trade growth and port modernization efforts. The talk emphasized federal investment and a stronger port in New England.
Democratic candidates for the Board of Aldermen anticipate 25 slates, one for each ward, with 18 contenders moving to trade positions. The result will likely yield a tight field with 13 winners regardless of which duo emerge atop the tally.
Richard H. McMunn aged 46 of 1134 Massachusetts avenue was run over on Washington Street at Milk Street by a Gibbs Express Company wagon from Waltham driven by George P. Healy. He suffered a compound fracture of the right leg and was admitted to the Relief Hospital.
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