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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
4
Franklin E. Brown a West End plumber says the object uncovered in the Washington street subway dig at Haymarket square is a tide plug from earlier centuries. The piece was described as an old pump used in Revolutionary times and is sometimes found in Boston.
Sardine kings from Maine gathered at Young's Hotel to review the just ended season and plan new snares for next year. The meeting drew a large turnout of Maine's principal packers as expectations were high for a stronger season ahead.
Cambridge police investigate four burglaries and multiple car thefts at the Boston and Maine station within 24 hours. Inspectors Neil and Cox pursue suspects amid a rash of holiday package thefts and general pilfering in the area.
Edward Payson George a well known dentist of Thomaston Maine died at his home from blood poisoning He was a New Hampshire native who served in a North Carolina Confederate regiment during the Civil War.
Mr Brown describes a plug placed at the end of a drain linking to the sewer to keep the tide out at high water and release leakage at low tide. He provides a rough but minute drawing of the device, noting it gave excellent service in early days and operates on a dam like principle for the same purpose.
Jerry Watson prominent politician captured a large owl that had invaded District Attorney Moran's office at midday yesterday. He praised the capture as a lucky omen for his political ambitions and took the bird home.
Funeral services were held for Benjamin Hadley at his Somerville residence with about 75 attendees. The wealth of the decedent was estimated at 700000. his will to be offered for probate in East Cambridge soon.
Silent Stockholm marks the funeral of King Oscar who died December 8. Gustave new king, Danish monarch, Swedish royals, and foreign ambassadors attend a hushed procession. Charles H. Graves, U.S. minister, sits with royal family as Haydn dirge plays and a 42 gun salute ends the ceremonies.
A hungry tramp cat named Tommie was thrown overboard from a Boston & Maine bridge by a drunken man. He struggled to Craigie bridge, crawled to safety, and a wood-piling woman rescued him by lifting his body on her bundle and carrying him home for Christmas dinner.
Police investigate the death of A. H. Walker who died at Emergency Hospital after a head wound. He was found on the Pearl Street sidewalk Wednesday noon with a severe laceration said to result from a fall during a fit. Walker's son, living at Tremont Street, asked the inquiry.
Patrick J. MecGaffigan of Charles Town aged just over 80 began a six months sentence in the house of correction after being found guilty of selling liquor. Judge Raymond overruled Attorney Quinn’s motion for a new trial. The aged defendant, frail and tearful, leaned on the courtroom rail as he received the sentence.
Birger G. A. Rosentwist Swedish vice consul in Boston has been knighted by the late King Oscar of Sweden. He received the white cross of the Vasa Order for distinguished service to Sweden. Lord Kelvin to be buried in Westminster Abbey with funeral next Monday as per Royal Society wishes.
State police broadcast circulars naming brothers Felice and Nicola Chiocchio as suspects in the December 12 Leominster shooting that killed Paolo Pritie. Investigators say the motive remains unclear though they suspect a Black Hand style scheme.
Labor organizations across Greater Boston contribute to a relief fund for Edward Cohen and Dennis D Driscoll, shot by John A Steele at the State House two weeks ago. Last night about 125 was donated by meeting groups with more expected soon.
The article lists donations from labor groups including Carpenters' District Council of Greater Boston and Cambridge C L A, totaling about $500 with expectations to grow. It notes plans for a statewide canvass by A F of L affiliates, armed with identifications for collectors, to aid the widow of Mr Cohen and family and to support Mr Driscoll returning to duties as secretary treasurer of the State Branch.
Ethel G asks Mildred Champagne about a serious second suitor while engaged. The advice urges disclosure to both suitors to avoid misunderstandings and preserve trust with her fiancé, noting honesty prevents future trouble and misperceptions. A patent cough remedy ad follows.
The Bureau of Statistics of Labor finds among 141 food items surveyed in 17 cities that 29 show price decreases, four have no change, and 108 rise year over year. Data come from 255 Boston shops and 22 in other cities targeting working class shoppers. Boston and state prices are similar except bread pastry flour corned beef and lamb.
T J Murray a license commissioner in Fitchburg at a time the city was dry bought a cask of ale. Mayor James H McMahon removed Murray from office claiming illegality. Murray contends the suspension is unlawful and that as license commissioner he held the office in name only. Case taken under advisement.
After eight months the committee on markets of the City Council votes to report a 30 percent rise in stall rentals. The increase would add about 34,500 dollars annually to Boston’s revenue, bringing total market income to 149,590 dollars. Affected markets are Quincy and Faneuil Hall. Leases would remain five years.
The Cunard steamer Saxonia docked at East Boston with 550 passengers on board. Among saloon travelers were the Hon. William Everett, Mrs. Gilchrist and Dr. E. B. Tyzzer. The ship carried 8& second cabin and 429 steerage passengers. Five days at sea had heavy weather but the voyage was otherwise uneventful.
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