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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1907
Page
5
Mayor Fitzgerald announced that the Democratic city machine will not back Sheriff Fred H. Seavey in the county convention next fall due to disclosures before a legislative committee. The administration will support James Donovan for the office if he runs.
A sparsely attended Chickering Hall recital featured Arnold Dolmetsch leading English 16th and 17th century music on period instruments including a lute and a six-viols chest. Soloists Alice and Laura Kelsey, Edith Nichols, and William Adams performed with Dolmetsch directing a historically informed program. The review praises the artistry and notes the evening stretched long with limited contrast, looking ahead to a French music program next.
Captain S F Batton purchases commissary at 263 Summer Street. Captain J H Bloom of the U S A arrives with orders from the War Department and will take a three months leave before assuming charge.
The Virginia, chartered by Professor A. Agassiz, struck a submerged wreck nine days out and narrowly avoided sinking off the Bahama area. The ship suffered propeller damage and was forced to proceed to San Juan, Puerto Rico, for dry dock repairs.
A local detective agency hired to trace William F. Walker missing as bank treasurer in New Britain Connecticut reported he rode into Portland Oregon aboard a train on February 18 using the alias W. q. Sether. He registered at the Portland Hotel and was recognized by an acquaintance and hotel staff.
A Boston bound train derailed near Bellingham causing one seriously injured passenger to be hospitalized at Massachusetts General Hospital. No other injuries were reported.
A locomotive, smoker, baggage car and first class coach under Conductor Augustus Crowell and Engineer William Smith derailed after a frost split rail. The rear cars toppled 15 feet into the snow, with one passenger trapped and a fire sparked by a lamp explosion as the baggage master escaped unharmed.
The former streets chief rejects run for sheriff while Donovan, Fore, and Foye emerge as potential contenders. A proposed shift to a popular vote for Suffolk County sheriff could reshape alliances, boosting Foye if he runs and increasing Mayor Fitzgerald’s control over the county convention.
Boston saw almost five feet of snow in the past three months, shattering 36 year records. Snow totals: December 15.5 inches, January 16.1, February 5.4, totaling about 58 inches with a potential to top records in March and April. Temperature lows were harsh but not the coldest on record.
Professor Jonathan Rigdon of Clark University Worcester Mass wed Miss Alberta Smith at the bride’s parents country home near Fairfield Delaware. The 55 year old widower and the 20 year old bride tied the knot as a neighborly crowd looked on. The couple plan a abroad honeymoon.
A new postal regulation takes effect tomorrow allowing messages on both sides of postal cards. The right half of the face is reserved for the address while the left half may carry the message. The change stems from a postal union meeting held six months ago in Rome, Italy.
Private advices from Seattle say Thomas Fr. McNamara, who left his Fast Cam bridge home two years ago, is anxious to hear from his son and daughter. A letter addressed to him at the Seattle post office will reach him. His daughter is married to a Mr Lavalle.
An April exhibition at Horticultural Hall will present living pictures enlarged photographs and charts depicting industrial health safety and welfare. Admission is free with lectures by national figures addressing labor conditions. Sponsors include the Women s Trade Union League of Massachusetts Consumers League and Boston tuberculosis relief groups among others led by Alexander M Wilson.
A joint City Council committee reviewed bids on a new garbage disposal contract. Ex-Councilman Tiley accused Josiah Quincy and foreign firms of backing prior deals and urged city operation or Boston competition. Hyde Park’s D A Wentworth proposed plants funded by by products sales. Proceedings included Sullivan Maloney and Graham presenting bids. report due after Saturday meeting.
Headache and neuralgia from colds noted in a generic remedy ad. Claims LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine removes the cause. A signature line reads W. GROVE with initials BI, suggesting a promotional endorsement.
Council discussion on a proposed measure continues with Councilman Tom Doherty urging caution and more time for full consideration before action by the Board of Aldermen on Monday.
At Wolf's My Clothier corner Hanover and Portland streets a Red Tag reduction sale slashes prices dramatically. Owner Mr Wolf states the goods must go and only deep discounts will prompt quick purchases from shoppers familiar with the store's value.
Edward F. Linehan received a five year sentence to State prison in the Superior Criminal Court after being found guilty of a criminal assault on Margaret Wright on October 15, 1906. Linehan protested his innocence and his young wife fainted when the sentence was read.
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