Thaw Seeks $30 000 From Trust Estate In Will Case
Harry Thaw seeks payment of 30000 dollars from the estate trust under his father William Thaw's will. The petition claims no distribution of his share from estate income in the last five years.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1913
Page
2
Harry Thaw seeks payment of 30000 dollars from the estate trust under his father William Thaw's will. The petition claims no distribution of his share from estate income in the last five years.
A four year old boy, unnamed, narrowly escaped serious injury when struck by a passenger train engine near Montello at 4:30 PM. The child, frightened and unresponsive at first, was taken to Brockton Hospital after brief examination, showing no broken bones and only minor abrasions.
Frederick H. Small formerly of Everett traveled about 6000 miles from Mayer Arizona to this city after arrest on a mining stock fraud scheme that swindled New England investors of more than 500000. He faces arraignment in federal court before Judge Dodge. A Calvin Crochet of Marblehead allied with Small was arrested here. he pleaded not guilty and was freed on 10000 bond. Crochet is treasurer of American Securities Corporation and an officer of Brooklyn Arizona Mining Company where Small served as president and treasurer.
A Holy Trinity Church outing faced a delay as 12 children, led by Miss Delia Coney, missed the Monitor bound for Bumpkin Island. Captain Sampson of the George Hibbard ferried the late group to Long Island, reuniting them with the Monitor under William A. Boudrot’s arrangement.
In Saugus a no license town, the pump by Roby School on Main Street is locked by selectmen who claim the water is condemned by the State Board of Health. Residents protest and demand the pump be unlocked as thirst grows.
Citizens claim the town pump remains pure after nine years and urge Selectmen to open it again. The petition, signed by half the voters, argues residents are deprived of clean water and an ancestral possession without due process of law.
In Brockton, I W W officials arrive to back a wage and hour demand at Cross Tack Manufacturing. About 100 workers quit after presenting a nine hour day and $2.25 wage request. management refused. Pickets were set up and one marcher arrested for loitering. No strike-breakers have been found.
An employee walked out claiming heat prevented work and urged a strike among workers. He promised to return tomorrow weather permitting while rumors drew hundreds to the scene. Police were dispatched to prevent trouble, but the boycott did not materialize.
Mrs. John F. Martin of New York reported a theft at a Place Vendome hotel where she stayed. Jewelry valued at $32,000 disappeared after she moved rooms and placed the items on a table in a handkerchief. Police were notified after a thorough search failed to locate the jewels.
July 19 report says the Senate passed a resolution directing the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate the New York Central lines financial operations. The measure, introduced by Senator Norris, seeks to examine bonds totaling 167 million dollars used to refinance Michigan Central and Lake Shore bonds and related debentures.
Senator Norris prepared data showing that exchanging 4 per cent bonds for 31 and a half per cent would create a new permanent debt of about 46.7 million dollars, with shippers bearing the cost through higher rates. He planned to address the Senate on consolidation plans for New York Central and related lines, but the motion drew no opposition.
Laborers from the Newton and Watertown Gas Light Company walked out of a trench on Calvary street in Waltham after demanding $2 a day, up from $1.80. The strike may delay the gas pipe work.
Next fall a single nod of the head may end an exclusive dancing party in the city. Such a nod would cause musicians to stop playing immediately and, if needed, to pack up and leave.
Arrangements with the musicians union give the Mayor and License Secretary Casey power to halt turkey trots and bunny hops by a nod. Secretaries and assistants will survey halls this season and signal orchestras to stop the dances immediately. The plan aims to suppress certain social dances in the city, with officials pledging enforcement at society and humble functions alike.
In Beverly a Boston bound express train struck 13 year old Helen Merchant of Newton while crossing Elliott street. The girl, hit by the pilot and hurled about 15 feet, lies on the dangerous list with a fractured skull at Beverly Hospital. Her mother Eva Merchant just recovered from surgery and was unaware of the accident. A companion, 4 year old John Boudrot, suffered minor injuries nearby.
Frank Barkley Copley writes a remarkable Post Magazine piece for next Sunday's issue. The story entwines romance with commerce, presenting a absorbing tale of affection and enterprise.
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