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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1907
Page
9
Alderman John Baldwin, nicknamed Silent Johnny, withdraws from the street commissioner race and plans another run for Alderman from South Boston. The move comes weeks after Baldwin was named a candidate for street commissioner and after Alderman Curley said he would enter the race.
With Baldwin out, Alderman Curley appears to hold the Democratic field, while Alderman Draper is likely to secure the Republican nomination. Curley is expected to gain the Fitzgerald machine endorsement in the street commissioner contest.
Ernest T. Manson of the Boston Herald and Robert C. Van Amridge of the Boston Transcript survived the semi finals at Wolfiston. They will contest the 36 hole final for the John J. Taylor trophy on the Wollaston course today.
Testimony from Edward Short and Col. Wm Hawkins details recovery from Diabetes and Brights Disease after using Fulton Compound. Short recounts drastic prior illness, multiple physician confirmations, and widespread cures in neighbors and colleagues. Hawkins confirms his own cure and urges readers to seek the remedy at local outlets.
Thomas J. Giblin of East Boston plans to move the Underwood house from Lynn Crest to Court Park Winthrop by sea, a 18 mile ocean tow. The 125 ton structure faced blasting and rigging challenges before tugs Irv ing F Ross and Cylia began the haul, with a tide setback delaying the lift.
Joseph Martin aged 15 narrowly escaped death as he was struck and hurled by car number 1418 while crossing near 37 Boylston street in full view of onlookers. He was taken to the Relief station with numerous bruises. the owner resides in Cleveland Ohio.
The Young Men's Democratic Club of Ward 20 hosts a Saturday outing at Squan tum featuring top speakers General Charles Bartlett Mayor John F. Fitzgerald ex-Congressman John R. Thayer Congressman Joseph O'Connell Senator James H. Vahey and others discussing the party’s future and the merger. Tickets limited to members and friends.
Louis Lipsy, 4, living at 15 Oswego Street South End, was struck in the head by flying rubber fragments when an auto driven by John W. Barry of 343 Tremont Street burst a tire on Pleasant Street last night. The car halted abruptly and the operator was thrown against the dashboard.
Summer-time treats call for light refreshments and Social Tea Biscuit from the National Biscuit Company tops lists. Packaged to stay fresh and dust free, these dainties suit luncheons and casual gatherings, pairing well with tea or cooling drinks. Always serve from the original package to preserve flavor.
Don O Connell Bartlett's campaign manager is said to be aggrieved as Whitney men secured invitations for their candidate and for Congressman Kelcher plus ex Congressmen McNary and Sullivan to attend St. Augustine's field day at Locust street grounds South Boston tomorrow.
Rabbi Joseph Friedlander on leave from Dallas to recuperate in New England will preach tomorrow at 10 in the Adath Jesura Temple on Blue Hill avenue Dorchester. Despite first visit to Boston he is well known for his work abroad and in the United States. He will be a visitor for several weeks with opportunities for the public to hear him preach.
Philadelphia report notes John D. O'Shea exalted ruler of the Lynn Lodge of Elks died of apoplexy after two days of illness. He attended the convention and appeared well until the shock. Hope for recovery faded as he sank this afternoon.
Exalted ruler of Lynn lodge of Elks John D. O'Shea died in Philadelphia at age 45. Born in Lynn he lived with Aunt Mary Griffin at 45 Rockaway Street and long served Lynn News as business manager and VP. He held major roles in Ellis Order and was a trustee at the Virginia national home. Burial to be in Lynn.
A massive Elk parade in Philadelphia drew an estimated 60 000 marchers along a nine mile route in stifling sun. Surgeons and ambulances staffed the crowds as heat took a toll. a rainstorm halted the event after hours of marching and illness.
Heat wave grips the city with record temperatures planing in. Several residents including John Gray William McClellan and John Lambert suffer heat exhaustion and require relief hospital care. Crowded districts in the North West and South Ends see tents cots and improvised shelters as the city endures a scorching day with threats of afternoon thunder showers.
Michael Hagerty a 30 year old deckhand on the steamer Philadelphia was rescued yesterday afternoon off Lewis Wharf after leaping into the harbor to cool off in the intense sun.
Reports from interior West Virginia indicate floods from storms and cloudbursts over 48 hours are receding. Damage estimated at at least 500000 dollars with four deaths reported so far.
Taunton report recounts 18 year old Michael Olivette who took 16 year old James McDonald from New York to Albany Boston and Brockton. Olivette paid the bills but McDonald vanished with Olivette's money trousers and cap.
Charles J. Graustein 82 a Cambridge milk dealer resided at 139 Fifth Street died after answering his doorbell and returning to bed. Medical Examiner Dr Swan ruled death from acute dilation of the heart noting chronic enlargement since birth and calling it one of the largest hearts he had seen.
The minister of public instruction Signor Rava has sent a substantial contribution to Louise de la Ramee known as Ouida who has gratefully accepted.
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