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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1907
Page
7
Northern New England faces serious crop damage from a record cold May. Frosts stalled growth of peas potatoes and other tender crops while fruit and tomato yields suffer. Farmers rush to plant corn and seed underground as shortages loom and late harvesting pressures loom for the season.
John J. Harnden 17 of 26 Lopez Street Cambridge is jailed on bicycle theft charges after admitting the crime and naming Howard D. Remick 21 of 10 Everett Street Somerville and Frank Conroy of 804 Washington Street Cambridge. Authorities say the three youths have stolen at least seven bicycles since May 23.
Lewiston officials, aided by Deputy Gilbert, arrest David Blondin in Franklin County. He faces Lewiston assault charges from May 11 against Marion Ross. Blondin claims no full explanation for leaving Lewiston and planned to flee the state after earning funds. Court set for morning in Lewiston Municipal Court.
Beaver Falls paces in June with Dick Kensworthy who finds a four foot snake in a boot. Neighbors doubt how such a large serpent fit, while Kensworthy grins and offers no explanation. The tale shows the farmer’s playful mischief and local curiosity surrounding a curious find.
Six tiny chickens hatched by the roadside in Walker Valley New York were cared for by a large striped snake. The reptile killed, but the brood survived and the chicks continued to peep sadly after the snake died, suggesting a fatherly care.
Boiling Springs, Mo, is overrun with snakes seeking the 65 degree water as a cool refuge from a hot summer. The reptiles from the surrounding county congregate at the springs, finding a temperate climate unmatched in the region.
A dainty夏 pattern for a summer dressing sack features pale blue fabric with simple embroidery trim and Mandarin line design. It notes washable silks and dimity as suitable materials, three and a half yards required for medium size, six sizes from 32 to 42 inches bust, and a 10 cent price.
In Westchester on June 9 a large black snake reportedly milked cows at Neck Farm and even a fierce Holstein. It twined around a stanchion and looped a hind leg to restrain the animal before feeding, shocking farm hands.
In Carms Ii farmers report field mice overrun the area. They raise chicken snakes to fight the pests. The snakes are harmless to people but deadly to mice and grow rapidly, being able to confront enemies within two weeks of birth.
South Boston clergymen from several denominations denounced a city paper editorial claiming the area was demoralized by riotous strike scenes. They called the accusation an insult and defended the district’s orderliness and self-respect amid mob demonstrations, noting harsher conduct elsewhere.
Mary D. Currier of 15 Park Street Charlestown was arrested on acharge of making an illegal liquor sale to Reserve Officer Smith. Police searched her home and found several hundred bottles of catarrh powder believed to contain cocaine. She claimed it was for personal use.
Commencement week at Lasell Seminary Auburndale concludes tomorrow with 30 graduates after a week of events including a senior banquet and a baccalaureate sermon by Rev. William F Warren ex president of Boston University. The class list includes Fern Dixon Marion Atwell Katherine Balch Helen Carter Alice Chase Minnie Chase Cora Danforth Florence Disman Lillian Douglass Cornelius Eaton Marg or ie Gunn Helen Heath Clara Huttenbauer Bess Judson Louise Kelly Florence Lane Martha Laurens Ester Levi Mary Masters Clara Nims Mary Richardson Helen Rosenthal Edna Sisson Edna Strickland Etta Thayer Anne Vickery Grace Vickery Ethel Wilde and Etta Handy.
Hallowell observes a strict blue law Sunday with businesses limited to prescriptions and medicines. No cigar sales or pleasure driving allowed as City Marshal Donovan enforces the ordinance. Mayor Beane supports enforcement while many residents remain absent.
Seven alleged poker players were interrupted at 4 30 yesterday afternoon in a room at 44 Williams Street Chelsea by Officers Keating Glennon Burke and Henry Parsons. They attempted to flee but were cornered and submitted and were locked up charged with gambling. At the station they gave the names Max Fengal Jacob Rosenthal Louis Springbat hy man Schwartz Samuel Crossman Abraham Levine Jacob Price.
Louis Tracey 27 of Skowhegan was found unconscious from gas in his room at the Central House Malden. A maid detected the odor, doors were forced, Dr Eugene McCarthy revived him after an hour, Tracey gave no explanation for the gas incident.
At a Civil War army nurses memorial in Faneuil Hall Massachusetts leaders urged placing Mary A Livermore on the walls alongside famous men. Speakers cited her service as nurse orator and advocate while tributes to Dorothea Dix and Julia Ward Howe were noted.
A. T. Gay of Worcester, 60 and totally blind, was fatally injured when an electric car failed to stop as he signalled and was struck on the Worcester and Fitchburg Air Line in West Boylston. He spent the day with a friend and was returning to Worcester. he was married and worked in the car shops.
Andrew Lenart a Hungarian about 40 drowned in Community Lake Wallingford Conn when he lost balance while standing in a boat and tipped over. His brother Joseph Lenart nearly drowned. body recovered. He leaves a daughter and a Millville Mass brother.
Lewiston Maine report notes confectioners and cigar stores opened on Sunday despite warnings. Federation of Churches plans arrests, while Retail Confectioners’ Association rejects arbitration. Federation insists on closure from Saturday night to Monday morning, with ongoing prosecutions. Further developments expected.
Boston Bartenders' Union 77 schedules its annual outing at Palace Garden East Providence on Sunday August 4 with an expected 600 Boston and 500 Providence bartenders. General President T J Sullivan of Hartford Conn settled a local grievance and the agreement was ratified by the Boston union. The organizing committee includes James J English Martin Mattimoe James McGreevey Patrick J Sullivan and Thomas F Mooney. State AFL officers Central Labor Union Boston and labor press guests will attend and athletic events will be featured.
Boston water workers protested piping projects and alleged that contracts went to favored applicants. A committee will press the city and urge the superintendent to halt new contract work, claiming it costs jobs, lowers quality, and hurts department employees.
Sanitary and Street Cleaning Department Teamsters and Helpers' Union 149 condemned the spotter system used by the utilization company contractors to follow city teamsters. The union heard warm remarks, formed a committee to confer with city officials, and reported all grievances adjusted. The prior settlement concerned emergency workers in the departments.
The Coal Teamsters Union announced that all firms are implementing the new wage and working hour schedule. Thirty two new members joined and sixteen were reinstated. Thomas L. Hughes of Chicago and Joan A. McGonagle of Chelsea spoke as guests. The union scheduled meetings once a month only during July August and September on the second Sunday at the Wells Memorial building.
In line with yesterday’s plan all striking brewery coopers resume work today while awaiting arbitration and settlement of wage demands. The workers have not pressed for higher pay in 14 years and seek an increase from $3.50 to $4.00 per day.
Coal Handlers and Trimmers K of L Assembly will present a proposed wage scale and working rules before July 1. Minor changes were suggested in draft proposals. Members are urged to attend a special meeting at Wells Memorial building on Sunday June 23 for the final vote.
Federal authorities advance the investigation into alleged smuggling of Chinese women. A fourth arrest is anticipated as Secret Service traced the scheme to Boston merchants who allegedly used false declarations. Hon Yen, arrested in New York, allegedly aided bringing two women by claiming kinship. he knew Robert J. Rodday and H Elden Prescott, already jailed for aiding entry.
In Bangor on June 9 Miss Marie Burgosse of Westbrook continues a remarkable recovery after a laundry accident left her arm crushed and burned. Over 500 pieces of flesh and skin have been grafted onto her arm in three weeks with 30 to 50 small grafts daily, supplied by her mother and brothers. Her progress astonishes doctors.
An auto No. 0189 driven by Charles Bellevance of 88 Worcester street, and a U.S. mail wagon driven by James H. Blankenberg of 5 Lynde street Charlestown, collided on Chelsea street about 8:30 last night. The wagon wheel was shattered and Blankenberg suffered two cuts to the head, then was taken home by patrol.
At a Paine Hall meeting the Knights of St. Brendan completed preparations for their annual athletic meet and Puck fair to be held July 4 at Locust street grounds. Chairman Carroll said demand for tickets had exceeded expectations and the field day will surpass all previous efforts. All the Irish County Clubs were represented.
A private dispatch from Mexico City claims President Cabrera of Guatemala was assassinated today. The report is unconfirmed and details are unavailable.
Boston hotel and bar porters will not strike this morning after intervention by the State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration. A union committee reached an agreement with the C L U pledging financial and moral support, with Carriage and Cab Drivers' Union backing, and Armstrong Transfer signaling not to serve non union porters’ baggage.
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