06 Feb 1909
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1909
Page
1
A full page devoted to Abraham Lincoln with a facsimile autograph and extensive Lincoln matter. The spread highlights notable images, rare portraits, and timely commentary, inviting readers to examine every valuable photo and line for historical insight.
Rev. J Wilbur Chapman leads a city evangelistic surge with 39 meetings and 13 000 listeners in one day amid 35 000 attendees across the campaign. Health concerns rise as the evangelist endures intense daily schedules, sparking Boston ministerial worry for the campaign’s momentum.
After 12 days of inquiry the executive committee of Burbank Hospital trustees closed hearings on alleged nurse misconduct involving an interne. A final report is to be prepared and released in a couple of days following a public session and subsequent executive review.
A series of small tornadoes struck from Tennessee to the Texas Panhandle killing about 20 people. The storms damaged property worth hundreds of thousands and crippled telegraph lines. Hail darkness lightning and sheets of rain accompanied the events.
A mob of about 200 Hungarian and Bulgarian laborers led by Yacco marched on the Campbell County Bank in Alexandria Kentucky demanding 7000 dollars in back pay from gas company workers. They threatened to seize the money if not paid promptly citing 38,000 dollars owed and wage disputes over 1.50 a day.
The entire hospital board awaits the executive committee report before launching a broader, more exhaustive investigation into hospital affairs.
News from several towns reports fatalities and extensive destruction from tornadoes and storms. Casualties include Mrs Garfield and a child in Stuttgart Arkansas and six killed at Booth Mississippi. Dwellings destroyed in Ennis Waxahachie and Roscoe.
Admiral Sperry approves court martial findings against Captain Qualtrough of the Georgia for intoxication. Officers expect dismissal from the service if Washington approves. Lieutenant-Commander George W. Kline to command the Georgia on the voyage home.
Jack Johnson issues a challenge to James Jeffries for the championship fight. Griffin defeats Hurley in a hard fought New York bout. East Boston High defeats Dorchester High and eyes a share of the league lead. No existing records were broken in Greater Boston League games last night as BAB reports. A A meet draws a strong field of entrants tonight.
The list highlights items all tied to Morse Made Clothes. Each entry centers on the brand and its products, underscoring a cohesive set of references to Morse Made Clothes.
Miss Moran a hospital nurse testified at a secret committee meeting and her statements were released to the press prompting coverage by the newsroom.
A morning blaze in Amherst destroyed J. C. Steele's general store and Arthur Ogden's house, with the fire threatening the Congregational Church and about a dozen nearby homes. Help arrived from Milford and surrounding towns as firefighters battled the flames until 2:30, losing the Maple House hotel and a barn in the effort.
Thomas S. Fitzgerald locked his Shawmut avenue saloon after 11 pm and left a man inside who calmly drank beer while police outside waited. Fitzgerald did not return home until after 2 am, leaving the intruder to continue drinking.
Gibraltar reports the fleet will begin the 3600 mile homeward cruise at 1 am tomorrow. The President wishes to greet the vessels personally upon arrival. Rear admirals will inspect at sea if passage is smooth, with flag officers boarding each ship for the ceremony, and ships to hoist homeward pennants at Virginia Capes.
In New York on February 5 Alfred Shrubb led the 20 mile mark with a big early lead but Longboat closed the gap and then gained a lap as Shrubb paused for shoe relief. Endurance won over speed in the famed race.
Shrubb showed no weakness early, gaining on the Indian through 23 miles. After the 23rd mile he suddenly slowed to a walk as the crowd hissed, then tried to run again but proved visibly weak.
Shrubb weakens as Longboat stretches clear before a dramatic finish. Shrubb drops to a walk and trails by a narrowing margin, then closes the gap to within a lap at the 21st mile, signaling a sensational finish that could etch athletic history.
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