30 Jul 1912
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1912
Page
1
The Elevated strike concluded as company directors voted to accept peace terms ratified by the strikers. The victory for the workers includes full union recognition and arbitration for all disputes, with the company conceding the final point on arbitrator selection.
The State Board of Arbitration will decide when the men return to work. Attorney James H. Vahey meets Chairman Howland to determine hearings start and to suggest steps aiding the Elevated's reorganization of its workforce.
Mutsuhito, ruler of Japan for 44 years, died at 12 43 this morning in Tokyo. Yoshihito Haru No Miya succeeds under constitutional terms as the new emperor, with the crown prince and leading officials present at his bedside.
The Theodore Roosevelt captained by Thomas Flannigan returned to Gloucester with 225000 pounds of salt cod after four crew members disappeared in fog. Flannigan alleges the crew deserted to avoid work while others fled due to illness, debunking the fog-shipwreck story.
Haruko dowager Empress renounces role to Princess Sadako who will become Empress mother of three sons led by eldest Hirohito. She stayed at the sick room for 10 days and even asked doctors for a brief respite. The nation watched as physicians labored to prolong the Emperor life amid Japan’s traditions.
Mayor Fitzgerald renamed his new auto after a summer colony, avoiding the name Falmouth Fan after a mud splash. The ceremony followed a summer return from Falmouth Heights with the vehicle christened in local style. Commissioner Rourke also named his car Canal Carrie reflecting a Panama Canal motif.
The Evening Law School of the Boston Y M C A and the School of Commerce and Finance begin the 15th year on September 23. Complete prep for exams, practice, and courses in accountancy CPA business administration banking investments and more. Both are incorporated and grant college degrees. Send for a catalog from Dean Frank Palmer Spearfe at 28-10 Ashburton Place Boston MA.
Bermuda awaits the arrival of the motorboats Katherma and Dream, which left Philadelphia at 12:10 Saturday for Bermuda, a 719 nautical mile race for the Bermuda challenge cup worth $1,500 and $1,000 in cash. Poor sea conditions and haze hinder the contest, with arrivals not expected until tomorrow evening.
Day 14h 31m with a 46 minute decrease in daylight. Jupiter sets 12:14 am Saturn rises 12:56 am Venus sets 7:31 pm. Auto lamps turn on at 7:36 pm. Anniversaries include King Humbert of Italy assassinated 1900 Chambersburg burned 1864 and a duel between John Swartout and Dewitt Clinton 1802.
Unsettled weather with possible showers in Boston and coastal areas. Tuesday generally fair with showers near the coast, Wednesday fair with moderate west and northwest winds, north winds along the Maine coast.
Reported by Thompson's Spa. Average temperature yesterday was 71. The one year ago value was 70. Tuesday a year ago was fair. Various unreadable codes and measurements appear, including 11 12 and 2180 SOL, with scattered references to temperatures around 69 to 70.
Gambler confesses that Lieutenant ordered Rosenthal killed and was promised protection. Webber and Wallon corroborate. Death manager all three tremble for their lives.
New York July 29 Lieutenant Charles Becker held on murder charges after Jack Rose confessed Becker ordered Herman Rosenthal killed. Webber Vallon and Rose corroborated. Rose supplied names Whitey Lewis Lefty Louie Dago Frank Gib the Blood along with the gray Libby Shapiro car. Rose says Becker promised protection and discussed the case with Rose twice daily after the shooting.
Chicago report shows beer consumption down over 35000 barrels and cigar stamp revenue off by more than 111000 dollars. Tobacco taxes rise as pipe use grows, oleomargarine intake increases with butter costs, and corporate excise taxes drop by over 310000 dollars. Playing cards stamps gain about 4000 dollars.
In police court Mrs Mary Marks of the North End said through an interpreter that her six year old daughter stole a chain and locket and a baby’s waist valued at 18 cents. Judge Bennett suspended a one month sentence and warned the mother to prevent further thefts by the child.
Miss Margaret Andrews daughter of Mr and Mrs Paul Andrews was hosted at Rocky Hall Newport with a formal dinner and dance. Guests included Mrs Arthur Scott Burden Miss Edyth Deacon Mr and Mrs Stuart Duncan and several prominent social figures from New York and Newport society.
The Red Sox surge to first place this season, 70 points ahead of Washington, beating out their 1910 form. On this date in 1910 Boston was third with a .595 percentage, while the Athletics led the league.
Becket lies and Rose complicity surface in a confession detailing Becker's push for the killing at Forty-Third Street. Bridgie Webber confirms meetings and the plan to hire hitmen with money and police protection. The district attorney weighs Rose's claims amid evidence tying officials to gambling profits.
Burdett College at 18 Boylston Street guarantees employment or suitable positions for all its graduates, signaling strong placement support and career assistance for recent degree recipients.
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