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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1903
Page
5
Mrs Bridget Fitzpatrick of 577 Broadway Chelsea died after an oil stove exploded and set her clothing on fire. Neighbors J E Wilcox and library janitor George W Kohlrausch aided, but the blaze prevented rescue. Firemen arrived and controlled the flames. the woman was dead.
The piece notes Doyle and Clerke districts eye Democratic senatorial nominations. Harrington may face Sullivan and Hayes with Coyle and Quigley also mentioned. Foster's renomination is in doubt. Sullivan of Ward 19 seeks the councillor post. Fitzgerald unlikely if a rival contest arises. Sullivan of South Boston also a candidate.
While digging a Tyler street sewer contractor Dennis W Welch unearthed about 12 tons of soft coal at 17 feet depth. He suspects a former coal wharf at the foot of Tyler street but has no local memory of its existence. Large timbers imply a wharf once stood there.
Johannesburg July 8 two American detectives arrested James Beasley seventy miles beyond Pietersburg. Beasley is charged with forging postal orders at Cape Nome. Detectives pursued him for 17000 miles after he traveled to South Africa via the Philippines and Australia.
Judge Hardy in the Superior Criminal Court yesterday afternoon sent many defendants to jail after withdrawing appeals for minor offenses, with about 50 cases. Edward Stone, facing a tougher charge of attempting to steal a refrigerator, received two years under probation supervision, while Ella Gavazo, a 35 year old with 25 prior convictions, was sent to Sherborn under the new act for an indefinite period. John Walsh pleaded guilty to larceny and was sentenced to one year in the House of Correction.
The Superior Court of Suffolk County hears the manslaughter case against Giuseppe Margeda charged with killing Giovanni Ciampi on March 13 at Northard Clark streets after a dispute over money. An Italian boy, Armedio D Oro, testified to three shots and Ciampi’s death days later. a shot narrowly missed a young girl. The trial resumes this morning.
July 6 in Newton. A flaw in the complaint against George W. Crawley, charged with warning motorists of police speed arrests, led to his discharge. Counsel argued the filing did not specify an offense under the statute, and the judge agreed.
W J Connell aged 17 of 97 Bragdon street was shot in the left forearm while kite flying near a crowd in Franklin Park on Saturday. He was taken to City Hospital. George Lee was chased by a crowd and captured by Station 9 officers and arraigned in West Roxbury court held for July 13. The injury to Connell described as not serious.
Andrew J. Bailey city of Boston corporation counsel prepares a thorough opinion on the Old Colony road bed dispute involving a $620,000 payment to abolish the Dorchester avenue grade crossing. He argues whether the agreement should be counted toward debt limits and notes awaiting his final stance. He declines to reveal the opinion’s precise nature.
A new Suffolk county grand jury convened yesterday for a six month term. Foreman is Thomas F. Lomasney a provision dealer of 45 Robinson street Ward 20 and clerk is George W. Walker of 166 West Brookline street. The term opens with murder cases against Robert M. Wolfe of Castle Square Hotel for the death of Frederick B. Moore in Roxbury and George W. Barden of Roxbury charged with stabbing Joseph C. Jacques on June 11 near Camden street.
A telegram from Cape Broyle Newfoundland reports Captain Frank Williard of the schooner Helen F. Whittin shot and killed John Yetman, a crew member, on July 4. The vessel is at Cape Broyle. fate of the incident remains unclear.
Richard Harding Davis plans to depart Marion within weeks for West Chester New York where he has purchased a country place now being prepared for occupancy. The move ends his Marion residence and he dismisses rumors of a Marion legislative candidacy as unfounded.
Massachusetts Bureau of Statistics reports a steep drop in birth and marriage rates over 50 years and a rise in divorce, with one divorce per 18 marriages today versus 3500 years ago. The study details employment by gender, noting nearly 293 thousand women employed, 27 percent of the workforce, and wide female gains in professions and industries.
Advert claims Peruna helps nervous women especially in heat. Endorsements from Blanche Grey and Julia Marlowe cited. Explains nerves fade when digestion poor and warm season raises invalids. Urges buying Peruna and contacting Dr Hartman in Columbus, Ohio.
Representatives from South America and distant western nations attended the opening morning of the annual convention of the United Supreme Council of the 33d degree Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Colored Masons at Friendship Hall. The gathering featured leaders and delegates entering the historic event.
An advertisement extols Iron-Ox Tablets as a safe, gradual remedy for constipation that builds up all bodily functions without causing habit or dependency. It warns against stimulant laxatives and claims the product supports natural digestion, with 50 tablets costing 25 cents from The Iron-Ox Remedy Co.
Buzzard's Bay July 6 Ex President Cleveland will not speak for publication on politics. He faces pressure from antagonists within his party, but confidants say his action hinges on whether duty to the party and country dictates accepting another nomination if the call is clear.
Boston police record shows Patrolman Harry P. Burns of Division 3 bringing 40 prisoners to court in a single day. The bulk, 36 were regular drunks, four charged with city ordinances. Total 363 prisoners across Pemberton Square courts. three sessions, Judge Adams, Chief Justice Brown, and Judge Parmenter presiding. Drunk cases dominated, with varied outcomes including fines, confinement, probation, and cases placed on file. Several youths fined for discharging firearms and firecrackers. other cases span Roxbury and Charlestown results.
In Lisbon Falls Me July 6 Holy Ghosters led by Rev F W Sandford launch a large scale effort to drive Satan from New England from Shiloh Bible University camp. With 300 students and 100 Massachusetts New York followers the campaign aims to expel the devil within a month. White Wings boat may be used if the sea tactic needed and 150 volunteers from New York Chicago are expected to join soon. Recruiting stations will be set across New England.
Revere has apportioned the tax for state expenses and residents deem it high. Key items include grade crossing abolition 2322.95 dollars, parks 8643.20, metropolitan sewer 8221.81, metropolitan water tax 13771.64, and state highways 50.40. The town repays 1301.64 dollars to the Revere Water Company from the total.
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