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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1905
Page
4
Menesi Galmitt aged 20 of Willowood court Roxbury was carrying a gasolene can in his rear yard when a boy threw a lighted firecracker into it. The blast burned his face neck and shoulders and he was taken to City Hospital.
Thousands of Rockland residents line the July 4th procession as Judge Kelley, flanked by 60 officers and veterans, leads a democratic march past the Catholic rectory in a record crowd showing broad union support and celebratory zeal.
July 4 in Washington passed with unusual quiet due to strict fireworks regulations. Memorial Continental Hall hosted a patriotic demonstration by the Daughters of the American Revolution with guests from the Sons of the American Revolution and the Sons of the Revolution. Most executive departments and many stores closed in observance.
Roxbury and Jamaica Plain hosted a quiet celebration with band concerts at Edward Everett square and 431 Dudley street. The St Patrick's Temperance Society served ice cream and cake to 800 children in the afternoon. The St Patrick's Home for Aged Couples residents enjoyed the concert as the Highland Cadet Band and Second Battalion Band performed near Jamaica Pond.
Newton observed a quiet Fourth of July with only two fire department calls including a bonfire on Woodlawn avenue. Notable incidents report John T. Joyce struck in the face by a cannon cracker thrown from a Newton Street Railway car, Frank Burns injured by a cannon cracker, and Gertrude Gunther sustaining head contusions from a bicycle fall.
Crowds in Panama from Colon to Corozal celebrate the Fourth with speeches by Governor Magoon and Judge Gudger. President Amador and Governor Magoon inaugurate a new water supply for Panama. A reception for the President and Senora Amador is planned for tonight.
President Castro and his party returned to Caracas this morning with Independence Day celebrations planned for tomorrow.
Norwood July 4 under the Bar none circus the town staged an antique and horrible parade led by Steal thy Steve of Boston Post fame and featured Miss Parkenlard the missing heiress in a baby carriage. The Bingville Buglers and Spirit of 76 performers drew applause along a three quarter hour procession. Awards went to Camp Sov Red Men High Binders and individual prize winners Ernest Baker Westwood and Maud the Mule. Aernoon athletic events at Prospect Park and a band concert followed with fireworks in the evening.
At Baltimore the French cruiser Jurien de la Graviere anchored in the harbor was decorated with the American flag and fired a 21 gun salute at noon to mark Independence Day.
More than 5000 people witnessed the Newton Centre Improvement Association display off the float in Crystal Lake. The celebration featured fireworks a band concert and aquatic sports closing the day’s observances by the society.
In Wakefield on July 4 the St Joseph C T A beat the Tilestons of Boston 9 to 8 after 16 innings. Sliney and Kenney starred for the home team while Preston and Finn led the visitors in a lively, high effort contest.
Malden July 4. Quiet city with Edgeworth district leading observances. Cradock Park hosted athletic events in the forenoon. At 3 pm Rev Paul Brennan gave an ovation on Independence Day of Today with Independence Day of 76. Mayor Hastings and Senator Charles L. Dean spoke briefly.
Cambridge marked a large Fourth of July with a 35 foot bonfire on Portland street opened by Mayor Daly. About 20 000 spectators watched sports on Cambridge Field where Garry Owens beat Meaghers 2 goals 4 points to 2 goals 2 points. Young Irelands defeated Grattans 4 goals 4 points to 3 goals 2 points in hurling. Athletic events followed including swimming at Captain's Island. Band concerts and fireworks lit three venues as injuries from blank cartridges were treated at Cambridge Hospital. Albert Roy 7 suffered a serious hand wound from a bullet.
About 10,000 persons witnessed an evening display at Franklin Field Dorchester featuring set pieces skyrockets roman candles and pin wheels. A Welcome design opened the show and a Good night end marked the finale.
More than 25,000 people watched last evening as fireworks lit the Common. Spectators lay on the grass after a long celebration while children and adults rested peacefully amid detonations. Police reported no trouble as rockets and candles sent sparks among the crowd. Prominent displays included a portrait of Mayor Collins two battleships and a large flag with illuminated effigies.
July 4 in Waltham featured a large audience at the High School Hall for a Dorothy Brewer Chapter D A R patriotic program. Police arrested 22 people, including 14 for drunkenness. Newton residents Homer Ely and others faced unseasonable noise violations. Cruelty to animals charges were filed against Watertown residents John Hapenny and John A Hart.
Ralph Beales eight year old son of Mr and Mrs Wesley Beales was badly burned while celebrating July 4 in Stoneham when a cannon cracker set his blouse on fire. A bystander wrapped his coat about him to extinguish the flames. Dr A B Jenney reported burns to his back and throat and internal injuries from inhaling flames and the child was in critical condition.
A July Fourth celebration at City Point attracted more than 15 000 people with fireworks lighting the sky. Spectators enjoyed cool ocean breezes away from Boston Common while Castle Island pier offered buoyant views. Police reported no accidents.
Nahant July 5 huge crowds filled Bass Point as steamers Favorite and New Brunswick ferried thousands. People packed rocks along the Point, bathers swam, and band concerts drew encores. The day was remembered by locals for its extraordinary turnout.
Brookline town fathers staged band concerts and fireworks on Cypress street with about 10 000 spectators. The afternoon baseball game saw the Brookline Friendly Society defeat the local YMCA 8 to 6 in front of more than 3 000 fans. Earlier the Franklins routed Clyde Parks 82 to 7.
Two fireworks displays at Rogers Park and North Brighton playgrounds closed the Brighton day’s events. A large crowd attended ball games with Featherstone of St Columbkille's dominating Sumner A A, holding them to one hit and 14 strikeouts as St Columbkille's won 14 to 2.
Dedham reports Wesley Bowler age 12 suffered a serious left hand injury when a cannon cracker exploded today. A local medical team treated him and his condition was not stated. The incident occurred during Independence Day festivities.
Private Cornelius Harrington of Company H Eighth Infantry was badly injured when a shell ignited a blank during a 45 gun salute at Fort William on Governor's Island. His arm and eye were damaged and he suffered severe burns. Sergeant Frank Webb was also hurt and may lose sight in one eye. Sixteen men stood near four siege guns as Harrington placed a new shell. The blast threw him 30 feet. both were taken to hospital. The incident is under investigation for improper sponging after the first discharge.
Nantasket saw a historic turnout with about 60 000 paying visitors at Paragon Park. Steamship and railroad services operated at capacity as crowds enjoyed shows gondolas and the Palm Garden while no accidents were reported.
Catherine Fay sues Adelard J. Fortier a dentist for 1000 in the common pleas division of the Supreme Court. She says she visited his office to have two teeth pulled and he gave anesthesia to put her to sleep and broke off a sound front tooth during extraction.
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