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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1908
Page
7
A Boston fire captain criticizes the two aging fireboats and urges at least two new boats with higher boiler capacity and lower water draw. He notes New York has ten modern boats and warns current equipment risks major dock fires and property losses including the elevator. Commissioner Parker supports adding two small boats and promises funding.
NO TRACE OF WATCHMAN Daniel Sullivan, the watchman, who is missing, and who is believed to have perished in the flames, was 68 years of age. He resided with his wife and son, Daniel, Jr, at 91A Webster street, East Boston. Mr. Sullivan was somewhat of a cripple, having to use a cane at all times. It is thought that he must have been in the locality where the fire started, as his duties generally called him there at that time daily. He had been empoyed about the wharf for nearly 30 years, the last six being in the capacity of watchman. Mr. Sullivan was a prominent member of Williams Court, M. C. O. F. It was reported that a man named James Crowley was missing. No one could be found who knew of him.A search of boarding houses in that locality failed to furnish any clue to such a person. Several families of the name were visited, but none knew of him.
Investigation shows fire at Talbot's Broadway South Boston store will exceed five thousand dollars, higher than initial reports of fifteen hundred. Fire, smoke and water damage were extensive to a large assortment of men's clothing and furnishings.
A Taft banner spanning a street near Twelfth was cut down at midnight. The act drew Bryan supporters' ire but caused little disruption with few onlookers. Authorities investigated but no further incidents were reported.
Denver July 8 Theodore A Bells ride from Lincoln to Denver eight miles pumping a hand car over flooded tracks tied to a tale of speed and grit as locals joked about Bryan Johnson and Stone. Delegates trade anecdotes at hotels and sample new drinks while reporters capture the political chatter.
A surging Bryan enthusiasm filled the convention hall as State standards from many states joined a long procession around the platform. Delegates shouted, sang, and waved banners including California and Georgia, while photographers flashed nonstop. After 77 minutes the crowd began to settle as Chairman Bell finally attempted to restore order.
At a July Denver gathering for Bryan delegates and spectators cheered to My Old Kentucky Home. A delegate’s false teeth flew from his mouth during the tumult before recovering them and resuming chants for Bryan.
Massachusetts delegates back Charley Towne in the vice presidential race as Mrs. Dan Farnsworth persuades delegates with charm and Towne badges. The crowd roars for Bryan, known as The Commoner, while labor leader Mitchell pushes for Bryan to win the nomination.
W. J. Bryan thanked delegates in Fairview on July 8 for a remarkable demonstration at the Democratic national convention. He appeared moved by the one hour 27 minute tribute, invited all to adjourn for a watermelon from San Antonio, and then exited after telegraphic news that the demonstration subsided.
Brighton Beach New York July 8 winners listed for six races. Sir John won first race at 8 to 6, Vorane scratched in second, Corncob favored at 2 to 5 in third, Trash at 2 to 6 in fourth, Takahira 2 to 5 in fifth, Black Mary 4 to 6 in sixth.
Harry Ser of Baltimore and Joe Seiger of Denver boxed six fast rounds to a draw in the Princess A. C. event tonight. The windup was quick from the start with little damage inflicted as the bell rang.
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