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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1905
Page
4
After the St Louis versus New York National League game, manager John J. McGraw faced a hostile crowd. He was struck by an umbrella and stones, with police intervening to disperse the mob as New York players left by an omnibus. St Louis won the game.
The Rev. William R. Clark 82 longtime Methodist leader in New England died at his home 8 Rindge Avenue Cambridge after a brief illness He was nearly blind in his last decade but wrote stories for Zion's Herald and other publications He lived in Cambridge 11 years with wife and two daughters Anne E and Ellen W Clark Born in Greenfield he studied at Wilbraham Academy and Wesleyan College then served as a preacher before retirement
Miss Edith L. Murray of 51 Clarendon street nearly recovered after drinking a weak solution of carbolic acid from an unlabeled bottle kept in a friend's ice chest on Columbia avenue. She explained she mistook the disinfectant for a drink while seeking to quench her thirst and only realized the danger after a burning sensation.
A badly decomposed man was found floating face down between Castle Island and Governor's Island by the schooner Cosmopolitan crew. Taken to Marine Park, the death is suspected due to two broken ribs and remains under police investigation. The body, about 5 feet 1 inch tall, wore a brown coat light trousers black shoes and expensive under clothing.
Dennis Davidson six of 1842 Washington street Roxbury was struck by an inward bound Charlestown electric car as he played in front of his home about 440 PM yesterday. He suffered severe scalp wounds and body bruises and was taken to City Hospital for treatment.
The Charlestown electrical parade, postponed Saturday due to rain, will be held this evening at 8 30. It will move from the carnival den at the corner of Bunker Hill and Sackville streets and proceed along the listed route.
The Lakeshore & Michigan Southern and New York Central today launched a 12 hour service between Chicago and New York. The Twentieth Century limited departed La Salle Street at 2:30 PM with a 54.9 mph average goal for the 961 mile run. It carried buffet, library, smoking and baggage cars plus a diner, two drawing room Pullmans and an observation car. James J. Hill attended as a notable passenger.
Washington reports accuse Paul Morton former Secretary of the Navy of violating the rebate law as details from a hidden report into Santa Fe Railroad and Colorado Fuel and Iron Co surface. The probe ties Morton to freight control stock holdings and gifts to family while he served in cabinet. He resigned soon after and aligned with Thomas F. Ryan in New York streetcar interests.
Boston set to welcome hoop skirts as fashionables in the city and on coast resorts. New York designers revive the bell shaped skirt, requiring 87 yards of fabric and bullion braid. Proponents say it offers comfort and reform, sparking lively debate on modesty and practicality.
Massachusetts Wine and Spirit Dealers Association announces that it will not hold a convention in Boston or any other city this week. New officers led by President William A. Miller deny planning any gathering and warn members that a circulating report is false. Officials promise notice to trade members by Edward F. Hollis before any meeting.
Miss Frances Rooney daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Rooney of Auburndale died at the family home on Melrose street age twenty two. For three years she taught in the Sunday school of St Bernard s Church and was active in its charitable work. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 8 30 a m followed by burial at 9 o clock at St Bernard s Church.
Marblehead June 18 The Corinthian Yacht Club race started with 35 small yachts at dark for the Isles of Shoals and return. Sally VII led the finish about 9:30 am after 14 hours, followed by Seeboomook. Cossack won Class A, Medric II won Class C, Carina II won Class D. Redskin III initially led before Cossack overtook.
Boston Expressmen's Union adopted a resolution opposing a belt line road along the water front in East Boston. Members argued against reintroducing dangerous grade crossings after years of effort to remove them.
Central Labor Union endorsed a Boston team drivers benefit to aid women and children of the members. Delegates voted to buy a $25 box for officers and urged trade unionists to attend. Resolutions urged raising enlisted musicians pay and barring competition with civilians.
Boston labor notes report expulsions over non union hiring at W T Murtfeldt Co and a union vote. John J Gallivan elected president of New York New Haven Hartford Rail road Freight Handlers Union with officers named and 20 former members joining. Various unions including Blacksmiths Sign Writers and Hoisting and Portable Engineers list officers and upcoming.
The Rev. Dr. Alexander Mann preached his first sermon as permanent rector of Trinity Church before a large congregation. He praised predecessors, spoke on the Trinity and creeds, and said he has no immediate policy to announce but hopes to meet parishioners at their homes and seek guidance through prayer.
A group of Boston piano dealers departed yesterday for Put in Bay Ohio to attend the fourth annual convention of the National Association of Piano Dealers of America. Participants include Chandler W. Smith E N Kimball Henry F Miller Handel Pond Edward Payson Henry Norton Edward Mason A E Johnstone and C R Putnam representing Chan dler W Smith Hallet Davis Henry F Miller Ivers Pond Emerson Mason Hamlin Estey.
Readers are urged to watch for next Sunday's Post for the first in the worder series of cut outs. The item promises entertainment with Five Pictures in One as a teaser to excite the audience.
Miss Dora Spitz and Max S. Levenson wed in Commonwealth Hall East Boston with Rabbi S Margolis officiating. The couple plans a South Africa honeymoon after a reception with many guests and telegrams of congratulations from distant countries. They will reside at 319 Broadway South Boston after return.
Boston Consolidated Gas announces a new department starting July 1 with a corps of representatives who will visit customers to improve service, resolve local complaints, and explain gas usage. They will wear official buttons and carry certified credentials to ensure proper authority and closer mutual trust.
The article highlights a family friendly exhibit titled Gallery of Wonders opening next Sunday at The Post venue, inviting grown folks and children to enjoy surprising displays and curios.
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