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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1907
Page
4
Converts to Christian Science reacted with dismay when news broke that Mrs. Mary Baker G. Eddy would be examined by two alienists Dr. George F. Jelly of this city and Dr. G. Alden Blumer of Providence.
Disturbed by what they see as an infringement on free born rights supporters question the competency commission. Inner circle of Scientists remain calm while lay members fear an embarrassing scrutiny and potential impact on the church reputation. Church leaders express confidence and view the examination as validation of Mrs. Eddy’s mental vigor.
In Concord New Hampshire 18 churchgoers were asked if two doctors should judge Mary Baker Eddy. Thirteen believed she is sane regardless of any report three trusted doctors and two offered no comment. Some said the examination could occur at Pleasant View her home.
General Frank Streeter personal counsel for Mrs. Eddy refused to discuss whether he would oppose the examination of Mrs. Eddy by two doctors. He declined to answer the question, noting no basis to object but offering no firm position.
San Francisco July 7 promoters plan a new bill featuring Bill Squires and Mike Shreck. Shreck is discussed as the suitable foe to challenge the Australian and revive drawing power, though promoters warn the show may not cover training expenses.
In Chicago on July 7 Judge Landis allowed Standard Oil further opportunity to prove it did not receive railroad rebates. A conference will decide whether to pursue new testimony or let the court assess a fine, potentially up to 28 million dollars, with possible resumption in October.
John D. Rockefeller was nearly suffocated by smoke at Union station in Cleveland on arrival from Chicago. He moved to fresh air then toured Forest Hill estate with his valet, denied admission to visitors, and canceled church attendance due to exhaustion after the trip. He declined to discuss Chicago testimony about Standard Oil.
Joseph Shea, 17, of Fruit Street, is accused by harbor police of stealing a boat worth 25 dollars from the West Boston bridge, marking a third recent incident in a pattern of similar thefts. Police say he has prior similar cases.
Ambassador Bryce will give the principal address at the American Bar Association gathering in Portland during the last week of August. The International Law Association plans its annual meeting there for the three days after the bar meeting.
London papers warn Britain faces embarrassment as colonies push anti Japanese immigration laws. In Oyster Bay Roosevelt plans a two ocean fleet demonstration to show navy power while aiming to keep peace. Britain, Transvaal and Australia consider tightening controls on Asian migrants amid regional tensions. Alfred Deakin flags Japanese labor as a national issue for Australia.
London dispatch reports continued friction between the United States and Japan amid rising tensions. The report highlights diplomatic strain and warnings from observers about potential consequences for international relations and security in the Pacific region.
The article reports on Taylor's continued insistence on his account of hearing screams near where Mrs. Studley’s hat was found. He describes the unknown man as muttering phrases and wearing a new pair of shoes, with further questioning by Wheeler and Hall yielding no new detail. Deputy Wheeler plans to take Nealy to Salem to compare sightings with others claiming to have seen the mysterious man.
In Concord New Hampshire July 7 George Taylor the colored witness says John Nealy is not the man he met near the Studley scene Nealy is held at Peterboro awaiting further action. Taylor describes the other man as having a bald head but Nealy wears a cut hairstyle and presents a false impression according to investigators.
Tokyo reports a powerful United States battleship squadron will head to the Pacific. Officials say the move is not aimed at Japan, but many in Tokyo see it as ill timed and prefer avoiding any provocation.
Berlin reports a widespread fear of an ultimate war between Japan and the United States. German papers say President Roosevelt seeks to satisfy Tokyo while Japanese statesmen prepare to contest Pacific mastery despite the San Francisco incidents.
Washington reports a naval officer dismissing the idea of an American Dreadnought class. He notes two 20,000-ton battleships provisionally awarded, suggests Delaware as the class name, and compares armament layouts of Delaware versus British designs to highlight firing advantages.
Police disrupted a planned brewery outing in Melrose as about 50 men alleged to work for a Boston brewery fled the site. The raid, the largest in town history, seized over 100 gallons of beer from the home of George Higgins before festivities could begin.
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