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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1910
Page
3
In Point-a-Pitre on February 22, a 20,000-strong sugar cane strike halted several mills. Strikers set fires in fields and captured the Beauport plant director who called for military aid. The Courcelles distillery and grinding plant was also sacked, with workers wounded.
Governor Gautret spent the night amid strikers seeking a wage settlement with employers. A panic state followed the arrival of many armed sugar cane cutters. Businesses closed and violence feared after an attack on the Barboussier factory.
J F Robinson a leading Waltham real estate operator was found dead after a nap. He had suffered a week of acute indigestion and heart trouble. An autopsy by Drs Wood and Worcester is planned for tomorrow. He leaves a widow a son Frederick J and daughter Mabel formerly a teacher in Constantinople. He was 67 and a member of the Masons and Odd Fellows.
Miss Thorbjorg With sues D. Randolph Cook, a New York merchant, for 25000 alleging severe injuries from an intoxicated assault in his home on Central Park West. She, an orphan who came to America two years ago, claims lasting health damage and costly medical bills.
A Torchy tale titled Keeping Tabs on Piddie follows the red headed office boy’s reactions to Mr. Piddie, setting readers up for the forthcoming story in The Post Magazine next Sunday.
Providence reports a breach of promise suit by Annie J. Ballou against Joseph B. Cook of Cumberland Hill, who is to be seven on his next birthday, was settled when the couple married at Central Falls. Ballou, formerly Cook’s housekeeper, claimed promises to marry dating back to 1909, plus unpaid notes and services fees. the marriage occurred after a last-minute appearance before the Cumberland town clerk and at Rev. James H. Lyon’s home with the Lyon family as witnesses.
The School Board favored a plan to establish cooking classes for mothers of anemic children. Joseph Lee and Dr. Scannell said the idea could become a reality in certain city sections, with a two cent lunch trial funded by students or private sources and airier classrooms during two daily sessions.
Newtonville Feb 22. An inbound South Framingham train was snowballed at Newtonville tonight. A window was broken and glass showered on a woman passenger. A passenger train was stoned at the same point last night.
MELROSE Feb 22 Lorenzo Young of 454 Main street age 90 says he is ready to die and the quicker the better. Born in Boston 99 years ago he has been a printer and leather dealer and once organized a western touring theatrical company. He has known national figures and has a daughter in Dorchester with a widow wife died 40 years ago.
Washington Feb 22 The President withdrew the nominations of Alfred Coxe William H Hunt James F Smith Orin M Barber and Marion De vries to be judges of the Court of Customs Appeals.
A reader from New Bedford writes to the Sunday Post claiming a reporter sought a young man named A Ross and suggests the postmaster Andrew Ross of Santa Clara on the O T rail line in New York may be the person. The note includes a personal address and a segue to upcoming cooking and home economy features.
Hot Springs Arkansas February 22 The Count De Beaufort recovered the countess trousseau from a stable where it had been seized over a alleged rou letting debt to the Southern Club. After bidding bond through his attorney, W B Worthern who held the attachment ordered release of the goods.
Tonight Count de Beaufort admitted victory in his fight and described offers of money to drop a civil action against the Southern Club. He plans to sue, intends to remain in the city for litigation, and vows revenge while defending that he played only for amusement with 10-cent chips. The mayor’s intervention pleased him as gambling rooms operate under fines and aim to stay open without further notoriety.
Street Commissioner James A. Gallivan’s confirmation by the Civil Service Commission ends deliberations. Political circles ponder the next appointment with many naming candidates. John B. Martin leads the field while John H. Sullivan of Ward 2 East Boston is set to become deputy penal commissioner.
The Societe la Provoyance held its 22d ball at Knights of Honor Hall last evening. French consul Monsieur Joseph Flamand led a reception for over 400 members, as American guests enjoyed the evening’s cordial, French flavored atmosphere.
The South Boston Citizens Association sub committee met with Councillor Thomas J. Kenny to finalize Evacuation Day plans. Lieutenant J F McGuinness was named grand marshal for March 17. Parade routes span Edward Everett square to Dorchester Heights, with review by Governor Mayor and guests including General Sherwin and Congressman Hobson. Events include a banquet, ovation, athletic meet, cross-country run and fireworks. committee members Mahoney Leydon Means Smart Hopkins. Kenny to meet next Friday for final program.
Three Worcester firemen were hurt when a hose wagon from Engine 1 was struck by an electric car while responding to a fire alarm. Hoseman Thomas M. Conlon was thrown from the wagon and rushed to St. Vincent's Hospital. Driver Harry Amell and Hoseman William J. Browne suffered cuts, bruises, and Browne's knee was wrenched. the fire itself was only a small blaze.
Leroy Percy of Greenville, lawyer and planter, was chosen United States Senator from Mississippi to fill the late A J McLaurin’s term. He won by five votes in a joint legislative caucus over former Governor James K Vardaman on the 38th ballot, ending a seven week deadlock through elimination.
The upcoming Post feature teases a mystery tale about the theft of Mrs. Bingham's solitaire, as part of a Sunday series. The item hints at a world of great detective stories and intrigue.
A large South Boston gambling raid shut down a poolroom at 32 Broadway. Captain Hall of Division 6 led a 10-officer raid at 4 30 pm, arresting 29 men and seizing property valued around 2500. Proprieter Biagio Seminara and four others face gambling charges. dozens more are detained for presence.
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