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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1907
Page
3
The document outlines Articles 20 to 23 of the 1890 Act governing maritime collisions. It specifies that steam vessels yield to sailing vessels, maintain course when one must give way, avoid crossing ahead when possible, and steamers may slow or reverse to prevent a collision.
On Block Island a search continues for Stanley Milliken of Boston among 23 corpses laid out on the Roger Williams. Miss Alice Presbrey, wife-to-be of Milliken, viewed the dead but the young man could not be identified. Milliken’s father, Town Sergeant Herbert S. Milliken, is overwhelmed with worry. his mother stays in Providence.
Samuel L. Lacombe of Manchester New Hampshire, one of the 19 survivors of the Larchmont disaster, died at Rhode Island Hospital from exposure related to the wreck. The death reduces the number of saved to 18.
Samuel S Lacombe twenty two year old barber of West Manchester died in Providence from exposure after the steamship Larchmont wreck. He left home last Saturday seeking work in Boston and planned to go to New York if not successful. He survived two river drownings near his home.
United States Steamboat Inspectors examined four crew members on watch during the Watch Hill crash. Captain Frank Haley Mate Frank Govant Seamen Carl Vietor Jonson and Julius Boyersen testified a strange steamer approached within a mile then veered away. They affirmed the Knowlton lights were burning and denied yawing off course. Haley noted his green light burned until Wednesday.
Joy Line treasurer J A Joy defends Captain McVey of the Larchmont denying claims he abandoned passengers or fought women and children. He asserts McVey would do everything possible to save guests, though no man can know how one acts in such peril.
Newport, R I Feb 14 The captain of the Knowlton testifies a collision with a Larchmont was witnessed by a steamship verbally confirming the claim. A tug captain reportedly saw a schooner strike a steamer but did not stop due to heavy weather. The tug is unidentified and described as tall with a smooth face dark hair and a squint.
Isaac Godetz of 71 Laurel Street, a cousin of Morris Baroholtz of 9 Auburn Street, was reported lost on the Larchmont. He has sent a telegram stating he missed the boat and is safe in New York.
An advertisement argues excess vigor leads to drug use and promotes Postum as a coffee substitute. It cites a Topeka woman who quit coffee five years ago and reports relief from insomnia nervousness and dyspepsia after switching to Postum. The piece adds a Battle Creek origin and promotes a booklet.
Revised list of identified victims released at 10 p m includes John L. Anson of Boston and Joseph M. Caisse of Providence among 75 recovered. Many identified by cards, others listed with addresses in Providence New York Lynn and New Jersey towns. Total 75 recovered.
Ex mayor advocates home rule and consolidated city government. He cites Boston debt at 143 million with 52 million net and 76 million spent on public works. He urges a single legislative body and a board of apportionment to restrain chaos and boost municipal integrity.
The Harry Thaw case delays proceedings as juror Bolton and the court weigh whether the juror can continue after the death of his wife. Mrs Evelyn Thaw faces renewed testimony from Drs Bingaman and Deemar, with defense favoring in-court testimony. May McKenzie shifts to support a rest for Evelyn Thaw as the trial recess extends.
New York February 14 The Thaw trial proceeded with sadness as juror Bolton's wife died prompting a postponement. The death affected court proceedings and juror availability, altering schedules for the ongoing trial.
Dodge-Spear Company offers a free life size crayon portrait with the condition that customers spend at least $2 on merchandise. Complimentary tickets are available at the stamp desk in the basement. Bring a photograph or tintype for copying.
An old advertisement urges readers to avoid the grip by using the product and cites a signature of FE W Grove as proof of authenticity. The notice promises a genuine remedy and lists a price of 25 cents.
The B and A line runs a noon train to New York arriving at Grand Central Station at 5 30 p m. The service includes through coaches and high back seats with no extra fare.
Representative Wharton introduces a resolution to empower the President to block from the mails any publications detailing what is called revolting evidence in the Harry K. Thaw case and related matters. The text cites decency and protection of American womanhood as justification for suppressing such materials.
In a sequel to a dispute at the Armenian newspaper office, the Huntchakist Society's Tzain Haienyatz faced a preliminary hearing over reclaiming plant possession from editor D. M. Arghag. A stipulation keeps the paper with respondents and publication ongoing until further order, with merits to be heard the week of March 4.
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