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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1908
Page
11
Boston prepares for a change in postmaster with Mayor-elect Hibbard and officials from the post office arranging the transfer of funds and accounts. Assistant Postmaster Frank H. Haynes and Chief Clerk William H. Howland aid the process as Mansfield completes prior duties.
In Boston on Christmas Day Mrs. Stanley Lapham and her sister Miss Ethel Tarr carried their infant to a specialist. The local doctor said there was nothing more to do. At South Station the baby died before the train was ready, and the body was carried by Miss Tarr without anyone realizing the child had passed.
Stratton D. Brooks superintendent of schools will meet the committee appointed by the Girls' Latin School parents at Parker House at 1 this afternoon. Discussion centers on transferring Miss Ellen C. Griswold to Dorchester High School, which has stirred strong disapproval. Brooks says he is willing to work toward an agreement for the best in the schools.
More than 100 men and women played whist for over two hours at Commercial Hall in Boston last evening. The silent game was part of the New Year’s levee and watch services for the State managers’ fund of the New England Gallaudet Deaf Mutes’ Association.
Wall Street ends 1907 with cautious optimism for 1908 as overseas banking hopes rise while domestic worries linger. A potential Apache? no. A dividend cut for the Amaconda and a steel company receiver’s appointment dampen sentiment, leaving last prices near lows.
The Scenic Temple at the corner of Berkeley Street and Warren Avenue opened to a large audience. The program featured new Boston films, illustrated songs, and musical numbers with a grand organ and full orchestra. Two performances daily at 7 and 7?30.
Providence report states injunctions blocking trust companies and banks from paying or delivering valuables deposited by the late Frederick B. Sargent cashier of Jewelers Bank of North Attleboro were dismissed in three cases. The institutions may now deliver 20 percent of the late cashier's valuables to Mrs. Sargent, Marion M. Sargent, I. Sargent, or Edward Morgan.
The city marked the transition from 1907 to 1908 with horns, whistles, and music in music halls and hotels. Clubs, hotels, churches, and theatre groups joined in public events and gatherings to welcome the new year.
Two Hancock Street Church of Christ elders deny rumors of blows among members after a recent meeting. They state the report circulating is absolutely false and that no such confrontation occurred.
Three vessels brought in a mixed catch of 610,400 pounds at the pier with haddock at 5 ½ cents and cod around 64 cents a pound. Total familiar consignments included 62,000 pounds of mixed fresh fish and notable cargoes from ships Manhasset and Houston line.
A fragmented shipping list mentions vessels and routes with references to ports such as Gloucester, Hamburg, Baltimore, and New York. Names include Beatrice, Juniata, Prince Arthur, and James Whitney, along with mentions of steamers, barges, and coastal ports and cargos.
Tatros once Greek consul at Lowell and official with the Immigration Bureau is on trial in U S District Court before Judge Dodge and a jury on two indictments alleging conspiracy to unlawfully secure Greek landing at Boston and New York ports. Witness Simoyannis testified about a boy’s refused landing and Macedonia return.
Police in Newton investigate a break at the Colby residence. Entry was gained through a second floor rear window using a ladder. Valuable furs and papers missing as Mr Colby is abroad and Mrs Colby in Hartford, leaving unclear motive until relatives return.
Two brothers Geralo Anziloni and Felice Anziloni fought with razors in North square last night. Felice suffered deep cuts to face and scalp and was taken to Relief Hospital. Geraldo left uninjured. Both brothers were arrested.
The Public Service Commission approved preliminary plans for a new subway line extending from the Battery to the Bronx. The estimated cost is 60 million dollars.
Signor Novelli performed La Bisbetica Domata a condensed Shakspere comedy yesterday at the Majestic Theatre with Petruchio’s gentle ferocity and tender gaze. Mme Rossi played Bianca, Signor Servolini Gremio, and Signor Pilamonte Baptista. The next matinee is set for Thursday January 2 with Louis XI on the bill.
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