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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1905
Page
9
In St Petersburg on February 17, Grand Duke Sergius was killed by a bomb near the Kremlin. The death triggers chaos across official Russia, with fears of renewed uprising as troops mass and workers arm. The Czarist court grieves as Sergius was uncle to the Czar and influential with his nephew.
A bomb attack in Moscow kills Grand Duke Sergius as his carriage passes Nicholas Palace. Two assassins, one in workman disguise, fled in a sleigh. the Duchess Elizabeth learns of the event and Kremlin gates close. The coachman also dies. the duchess was not with him.
A social revolutionary proclamation in Moscow declares the death sentence on Grand Duke Sergius after his assassination by a bomb. The document links the Dec demonstrations in St Petersburg to the planned killing, naming General Trepoff and others. reports say Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna may also be condemned.
United States demands explanation from Russia after officers of the Lena cruiser broke parole and returned to Russia to offer services. Lena had been dismantled and sent to Mare Island with crew under surveillance. three officers, an engineer and two midshipmen, were implicated in the breach. The State Department views the incident as serious and insists on amends from Russia.
Paris dispatches note the Grand Duke Sergius was slain amid Russian turmoil. The Temps argues his influence blocked liberal policy and his unpopularity in Moscow aided his fate. The piece links the murder to broader revolutionary plots and echoes past political assassinations.
Russian women of Moscow urge Empress to use influence with the Emperor to seek peace. The address pleads for mercy, warns of calamities for Russia, and offers women's support to guide society toward a life of truth, love, and duty.
The text identifies Grand Duke Sergius as the youngest brother of the czar's father, an aristocratic extremist who was deeply hated among grand dukes. At 47, he mentored the future czar in youth, introduced him to infamous Russian dissipations, and eventually married the czar to Sergius's own sister-in-law.
An advertisement touts Liquozone as a universal germ killer used in millions of homes and by physicians. It claims dramatic cures, a $1000 guarantee, and a free first bottle offer to first time users, with a long list of diseases cited as treatable.
Berlin February 17 Letters from St Petersburg say terrorists have marked four persons for execution the Czar Grand Duke Sergius Governor General Trepoff of St Petersburg and Interior Minister Bouligan.
Milton Feb 17 The funeral of Col Henry B Russell former Boston fire commissioner will be tomorrow at 1 pm at the family home The service will be private per his wishes Acting Mayor Daniel A Whelton Chief William Cheswell and Chief Clerk William Underhill will attend representing the fire department The city honors his public service and expresses sympathy to his family
The Hon. Josiah Quincy paid tribute to the late Colonel Henry S. Russell, former fire department commissioner, at the Jackson Club meeting in Charlestown. Quincy praised Russell as the best head the department ever had and noted his commitment, never taking a vacation. Senator James J. Mellen introduced Quincy.
The Board of Aldermen joined the Common Council in adopting resolutions on the death of Fire Commissioner Henry S. Russell. Acting Mayor Whelton announced the adjournment as a mark of respect and half-mast flags were ordered. He notified Mayor Collins at Hot Springs Virginia, who sent a grief telegram to Mrs. Russell.
At a Boston meeting of the board of directors of the Boston Veteran Firemen's Association a resolution was passed praising Russell. It commends his conduct toward the firemen and states his service has been guided by duty to the city justice to the men and fidelity to his official trust.
A shooting affray between John McAnney and his brother Edward ended with Edward arrested in Lowell for assault with a dangerous weapon with intent to kill. Edward fired three shots without effect, and both men were involved in a property dispute.
More than a thousand attended the Boylston A A minstrel show in Jamaica Plain. John A. Huegle served as interlocutor with a 60 voice chorus and a cast including James Fleming. The program featured Thomas English Neal Sullivan and J A Dempsey with "Judge McGaffey's Court" closing the evening.
The successor to the late Henry S Rus sell will not be chosen until Mayor Collins returns in three weeks. Benjamin Wells of Ward 11, superintendent of streets under Mayor Quincy, is the favored candidate and a veteran firefighter. If chosen, no major changes are expected in the department.
Hyde Park reports a Gordon setter found struggling in the river about 30 feet from shore. George E. Delue retrieved a ladder and raft aid but the dog was swept under the ice and drowned after a hard battle for life.
Reader testimonial claims Dr. Agnew’s Catarrhal Powder relieved catarrh in ten minutes after a single puff. The writer says the product stopped eye pain and cleared nasal passages, leaving them free from catarrh. Easton Pennsylvania resident B L Egan is cited.
Charleston West Virginia February 17 The State Senate adopted a resolution to investigate charges against Governor White by Senator Caldwell who accused the governor of sharing secretary of state fees with the official. The measure also calls for examining White’s claim that lawmakers took bribes to influence pending legislation.
Milton Roach and Anthony Beauvoir former professors at Villa Nova College in Penn were held in $500 bail for trial on charges of disorderly conduct for writing annoying letters to President J. A. DeLurey and Dr. John Reiner. After dismissal in January they allegedly sent letters and placed ads seeking nonCatholics for the Catholic college while furniture in several rooms was demolished. Both were arrested in New York City.
Former Ward 16 representative Richard Foley remains seriously ill at City Hospital. Doctors said at midnight he was not on the danger list but very ill. no diagnosis has been released. Rumors of his death circulated yesterday and last night.
Sunday services listed include Tremont Temple noon meeting February 20 1905 with Dr A C Dixon preaching on The Birth of Jesus and The Incarnation of Deity. Other events include St Andrew's Presbyterian Church sermons at 10:30 and 7:30, B Y M Christian Union patriotic service featuring Rev Charles G Ames and Washington's Farewell Address, Boston Young Men's Christian Association talk by Rev F A Noble with Grace Lillian Carter, and Theodore Parker Memorial lecture on Religion and Life in Germany with 120 views and free seats.
Reading of morning prayers and worship schedules across Tremont Street M E church and Tremont Temple with pastors P. S. Henson A. O Dixon and G H Remele Dr Henson sermons on The Latter Day Glory and Impertinent Questions plus vesper prayers Sunday school and music. Also lists many other congregations with service times subjects and special events on Feb 1905.
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