23 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1914
Page
1
About thirty thousand residents melted snow to meet drinking cooking and bathing needs after a 20 inch main ruptured near the reservoirs flooding the valley. Fire protection was kept with antiquated chemical apparatus and brooms as work crews from nearby towns rushed to assist until temporary repairs restored supply.
The item lists morning and evening stars including Mars Saturn Venus Mercury and Jupiter with a Moon phase and spring countdown. It notes Margaret Deland born 1857 and historical milestones Mississippi readmission in 1870 and the assassination of President Madero and Vice-President Suarez as of one year ago.
Forecasts show northern New England fair and colder Monday with snow likely Tuesday and brisk north to northeast winds. Southern New England remains unsettled Monday with probable snow and colder Tuesday with brisk northwest to north winds.
Yesterday’s temperature readings show morning and noon values across several times and locations. The data includes high and low figures with notes on averages compared to last year, reflecting a typical daily weather summary in a local paper.
Rudyard Kipling dedicated the poem to George Washington. It extols endurance self trust patience and resilience with lines urging restraint in the face of doubt and loss and urging persistence despite hardship and fatigue.
In Greater Boston yesterday two eight year old boys were fatally hurt and a third boy suffered a broken leg in coasting incidents as winter sled play drew crowds. Harold Thurston of Watertown was killed when his sled collided with a Newton trolley car on Mt. Auburn street Irma avenue after he rode away from home against his guardians wishes.
Lewiston Maine February 22 Wood’s illness is a tough blow for his team as their leading pitcher is sidelined. The club vows to fight on and hope for a speedy recovery while preparing to compete without him if needed.
On the eve of departure for Hot Springs Boston manager Carrigan faces a severe setback as Smoky Joe Wood likely misses the season. The ace pitcher has been the team’s pitching mainstay and his loss could endanger the Red Sox American league championship hopes.
Manoog Aprahamian surrendered his 15 year old son Nishan to local police after Nishan and a 17 year old companion admitted killing Ishmayel Izmerley Oghle, a young Turk. The father declared he would not have the son return home despite his love and hoped for accountability.
The article notes the boys' claim that they killed a Turk due to religious insults, a view partially supported by the Armenian community and Rev. Nazarian. The father remains unpersuaded, refusing to accept possible motives and lack of guilt. His wife and brother push defense efforts while urging restraint.
The Boston Leather Handlers Union joined the American Federation of Labor and the Boot and Shoe Workers Union, replacing its previous federal affiliation. The local charter now lists Boston Leather Handlers Union 368 of the international.
Governor Walsh to send John R. Murphy of Charles Town as chairman of the Boston Finance Commission. Corbett declined the post after an offer. The Governor says his choice was limited and Murphy was the only acceptable candidate among Democrats offered.
Ex mayor Fitzgerald asks for a year of rest before reentering politics while district friends push him toward Congress. Daniel T. O’Connell gains strong support in South Boston as Councilor Alexander McGregor plans a North Carolina trip return for Wednesday’s Executive Council meeting. Medical Examiner George Magrath's appointment faces delay pending legislature on a third Suffolk County examiner, with Governor Walsh backing the proposal but opposing a seven year term.
George Washington and eight companions were arrested in a gambling raid led by Sergeant Murphy at 31 Newcomb Street Roxbury yesterday.
Richard M. Dudley, friend of the late Benton, asks Senator Fall to secure Benton's body for viewing on this side of the river. He calls the Benton's death a farce, cites a disputed court martial, and notes Villa may return missing Americans in a batch with reenlistments.
Washington dispatches publish Governor Walsh's nominees for the Boston and Maine railroad trusteeship now held by the New Haven. The list includes former Chief Justice Knowlton Springfield Mary H. Fitzhugh New Haven James L. Richards Boston Charles P Hall Newton and James L Doherty Springfield. A DOJ conference in Washington with Chairman Howard Elliott and other New Haven directors plans the transfer of stock to a board of trustees.
Patrolman Edward C. Fitzgerald of the First Dedham Street Station was beaten early Saturday on Garland Street South End. He says two officers from the same station were the attackers. Fitzgerald filed a report naming the suspects. Superintendent Pierce investigated with Captain Driscoll and officers Flatley and Green.
Boston trade district buyers are rated in a credit report showing actual transactions. Leading businessmen use the book to curb bad debts. some ignore it. A postal card to Credit Reporting Co. at 23 Beach St. offers a path to reduce losses.
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