Snow Confesses in Graft Case Here in Essex Court
Westford contractor Fred L. Snow testified in Essex County Superior Criminal Court that he paid 1250 in bribes after being assured by Michael J. Flynn of the Lawrence street department and a co defendant that all involved would get away with the graft plot.
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Salem
Fred L. Snow
Westford
City of Lawrence
Snow
Essex County Superior Criminal Court
Michael J. Flynn
Lawrence Street Department
Testimony Details Graft Confusion In Stone Contract Trial
Flynn advised Snow that detecting graft was impossible due to confusion from diverse quarry shipments. Snow claimed assurances that one questioned stone item could be mixed with others to appear legitimate. Vahey pressed him, then dismissed the exchange. A contractor defended charging 56 per thousand for stones as business. Attwill nears end of case as court pauses for juror matters. Salem jurors are shadowed by detectives following Boston precedent.
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Harry Attwill
Oliver R. Howe
Salem
Howe
Charles A. Bell
Boston
Attwill
Sporting Summary Yesterday's Scores
Chicago defeats Boston in 12 innings and New York tops Cincinnati in 5 4 extra innings. Brooklyn wins in 11 innings while Philadelphia shuts out St Louis 8 2. Philadelphia defeats St Louis 6 5 as New York loses. Detroit Boston game postponed by rain. Kling joins Boston Nationals. Wells earns decision over Pat Moore. Brookline High wins schoolboy regatta. Yale crews stay hidden. Boston women remain unbeaten in tennis.
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New York
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Brooklyn
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Detroit
Boston
Kling
Boston Nationals
Wells
Pat Moore
Brookline High
Cox
Swain
Yale
Old Get-Rich-Quick Game Tied to Local Scam
Police disclosed a gang of fake race tipsters linked to the Kelcher outfit operated a bribe and bet scheme that swindled Rockwood Snow of 6080. Snow, a Pelham farmer, sold his farm and cash to fund bets after a supposed telegraph manager tipped horse names. Snow was arraigned in Boston, bail set at 2000, as officers warned of broader losses by hidden conspirators.
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Big Bill
Kelcher
George Coleman
Cambridge
Dracut
Joseph Gagnon
Jean O. Dillon
Gagnon
Dillon
Rockwood Snow
Pelham
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Boston
Armstrong
McGarr
Detective Bureau
Superior Court
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Snow
South End
Simon Kenton
Ess H. Kay
Lucy Lou
Caffeno
Captain Armstrong
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European Plan Hotel Ad with Private Baths and Rates
An advertisement touts a large European plan hotel with one mile frontage and rooms each featuring private baths and long distance telephone service. It claims first class cuisine and service and highlights a no-tipping dining room. Rates are listed for single suites at $1.50 per day, double suites at $2.00, and 850 double alcove suites at $2.50 to $3.00 with free baggage transfer.
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United States
Miss Noble Sailed as Lady's Maid in Estate Case
In Alfred Maine Judge Hobbs ruled the weeks of testimony in the Ole Bull estate contest were improperly conducted due to an invalid probate petition. A new petition was prepared by Charles K Cobb and Thomas L Talbot after an agreement with the contestant. A letter claimed Miss Margaret Noble alias Sister Nivedita left for the Lusitania voyage March 1 as maid to Mrs Bowker of Boston and used an assumed name.
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Alfred
Hobbs
Ole Bull
Charles K. Cobb
Thomas L. Talbot
Margaret Noble
Sister Nivedita
Sherman L. Whipple
New York
T. J. Bowker
Beacons Street
Boston
Miss Noble
Attorney Bartlett Letters On Behalf Of Mrs Bul
A letter authored by attorney Ralph S. Bartlett, co‑representing Mrs Olea Bul, discusses legal matters with Mr Whipple. The missive outlines positions and interactions pertinent to ongoing proceedings and client strategy.
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Ralph S. Bartlett
Whipple
Olea Bul
Scandal Brewing in Baseball Deal Between Nationals
The trade linking the Boston Nationals and Chicago Nationals has sparked widespread criticism and protest. It draws sharp scrutiny of league leadership as President Lynch and his directors face renewed pressure over the deal.
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Boston Nationals
Chicago Nationals
Lynch
Protests Fly as Boston Trade Sparks League Turmoil
Boston fans condemn management while Vice President Page vows litigation. Cincinnati and New York clubs file protests to the league head arguing the deal favors Chicago at Boston’s expense. Rumors swirl of money changing hands and potential ownership moves led by H. C. Mitchell, with ties to John I. Taylor, as the plot to oust Russell and Page unfolds.
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Boston
Page
Cincinnati
New York
Chicago
Graham
Curtis
Goode
Collins
Sid Mercer
New York Globe
Tryig
Giants
H. C. Mitchell
West
Mitchell
Malden Fire Department Criticized In Report
A Malden City Council joint special committee's report faults Chief Frank E. Turner and Captain William E. Coombe over handling of the February 2 fire at the Independent Converse Rubber Shoe Company. It calls the delayed use of the high pressure water system and other methods inexcusable and urges changes in the department manual. The report was referred to Mayor George H. Fall.
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Malden
Converse Rubber Shoe Company
Frank E. Turner
William E. Coombe
George H. Fall
Melrose Mayor's Daughter Irma Gurney Dead
Irma C. Gurney, wife of Howard Gurney and daughter of Mayor Eugene H. Moore, died yesterday at her East Street home Melrose. She served as clerk during her father’s administration and was highly regarded by friends. She leaves her husband and two daughters.
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Melrose
Irma C. Gurney
Howard Gurney
Eugene H. Moore
East Street
Suggests Consolidation of West End and L
Local officials examine consolidation of West End and L districts. Study assesses potential cost savings, service efficiency, and governance implications for residents and businesses in the two areas. No firm plan announced yet, but officials pursue feasibility options.
Boston Chamber backs 25 year easing plan and L consolidation
The Boston Chamber of Commerce opposes a 50 year lease for the Boston Elevated and urges consolidation with the West End street railway. It favors a 25 year plan fair to the L and public and recommends stockholders meet by October 31 to vote on consolidation, with two thirds approval required.
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Chamber OF Commerce
Boston Chamber of Commerce
Boston Elevated
Elevated
West End
Committee On Public Utilities
Chamber
Chamber weighs lease fairness and public interest
The chamber, facing a 25 year lease, suggests it may be unjust to the company and not for public interest. A two year lease scheme remains unsolved as public bodies have yet to act. The public utilities committee reported to the board. Robert Winsor urged a 50 year lease but was defeated.
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Chamber
Public Utilities Committee
West End
Robert Winsor
Boston Elevated
Winsor
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