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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1904
Page
7
The Polynesia from Fowey Cornwall bound for Boston with china clay cargo was towed into Harbor Breton Newfoundland by the Home after days adrift in North Atlantic. A hole in her bow from ice, disabled steering, and coal shortage necessitate towing here for repairs.
In response to a complaint from B G Preston secretary of the Chamber of Commerce the wreck of the two masted schooner Ella Pressey sunk off Cahoon s Hollow is a menace to navigation Assistant Secretary of the Treasury G H Keep has notified the United States cutter Seminole now at Gloucester to remove the wreckage.
A second Japanese flag appeared in Cambridge at Randall Hall, Harvard’s main dining hall hosting about 800 students. The display caused no disturbances, reflecting serious respect among students rather than mockery toward the Mikado emblem.
Washington February 12 At a Cabinet meeting after reviewing Maryland’s legislative resolution calling for troops in Baltimore it was decided not to comply at this time Brigadier General Riggs delivered the Maryland resolution and a message from Governor Warfield stating no troops are needed The exchange followed the governor and legislature sending requests for national guard deployment in the city
Receiver George W Pepper of Bay State Gas and partners sought to void the sale of four Boston gas companies in Superior Court. Justice Loring oversaw the arrangement but trial could not proceed as counsel could not guarantee completion by February 19. Parties to reconvene within a week to decide next steps.
A personal testimonial claims lifelong deafness was cured by Wilson's Common Sense Ear Drums. The inventor asserts the device fits all ages, is invisible, requires no removal, and stops deafness and associated noises. Free 190 page book offered from Wilson Ear Drum Co. Louisville Kentucky.
Dr Theodore Ion of Boston University argues Secretary Hay risks drawing the United States into war over Far East affairs. He says neutrality allows recruits to depart if no recruiting office opens and warns European adoption could trigger major powers to declare war. He discusses Port Arthur, diplomacy, and the impracticality of guaranteeing China’s integrity.
Deputy Chief Joseph Shaw arranged attendance of four State Police officers for the funeral of Chief Rufus R Wade, who died Wednesday. Services at 11 30 AM at the Methodist Episcopal Church Park avenue Somerville. Afterward escort to the depot for a special train to Fitchburg for interment with pallbearers from State Police and Knights Templars.
John Strain, long sought in Somerville for the alleged theft of a team owned by Herbert A. Grant, was arrested in Fall River yesterday. The case centers on the alleged larceny from Grant’s property and marks a breakthrough in a regional pursuit.
An odd old remedy claims to prevent pneumonia by a laxative labeled as bromoiquinine for five cents, with a call to ask for the full product name and price at 25 cents in total.
The speaker argues Secretary Hay seeks trade with China but warns of high tariffs, potential misgovernance, and entangling alliances if Russia or Japan violate treaties. He casts doubt on German assent and recalls Russia’s tenacious strategy as seen in Napoleonic and Crimean wars, urging caution in U.S. foreign policy.
Hayden, one of the so called yeggmen, arrested in Lynn, was transferred to Boston from Salem jail in custody of Sheriff Johnson. He faced Suffolk Superior Court before Judge Aiken on a December 17 break in at the Metropolitan Coal Company office in East Boston. He pleaded not guilty and is held on $10,000, then remanded to Salem jail in Hissex county custody.
The sick fund of Colonel Fred B. Bogan Camp Spanish War Veterans rose sharply after the annual ball in Roughan Hall Charlestown last night. About 8000 people attended representing all Boston camps and nearby groups. The grand march was led by Air Marshal Edward J. Merrick and his aide.
Prominent Cathedral clergymen led by Rev. J. T. Mullen Rev. F. X. Dolan Rev. Thomas R. McCoy Rev. James A. Walsh voiced strong support for the Archdiocesan Union. The praise followed the public installation of officers for St Veronica's League and the Holy Cross Temperance League last evening.
Harvard’s fencing team meets Massachusetts Institute of Technology for the second match at MIT’s gymnasium on Exeter Street tonight. The first meeting on January 9 ended Harvard 6, MIT 4.
Ex chief of the Boston fire department Lewis P Webber was stricken with paralysis at Clark's Hotel Boston and his condition deteriorated this evening. He was moved to his Independence Avenue home and his right side is nearly helpless with speech difficult.
In May Hall at Waltham a grand dance hosted by We Three drew many society people. Matrons in attendance included Mrs. William E. Bright Mrs. Lyman A. Bowker and Mrs. Arthur H. Fiske. We Three leaders were Messrs Clifton S Whitcomb Henry F. Beal and G Frank Johnson, noted society figures.
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