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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1906
Page
4
Speaker Cole replies to Gethro’s charges about bribery and corp orate influence. He cites railroad support for Walker, defends his own campaign, and urges district attorney to handle Gethro’s case. Cole pledges to outline stance at next House session.
Wakefield June 24 Former Representative Frank J Gethro and Representative Charles A Dean of Wakefield Democrat say for the past month his sorrows have been many and his pleasures few He says he acted decisively after attempting to settle the matter in court and objects to airing the dispute before a committee.
District Attorney John B. Moran announced plans for a July special grand jury session to probe the Gethro case and related legislative bribery allegations. He says the jury needs extra time beyond its five monthly days to thoroughly hear evidence and that the session could last about three weeks.
East Boston plans a two mile long Fourth of July parade with three divisions and automobile features. A mammoth bonfire and illumination event, band concerts in Maverick and Day Squares, and a parade led by chief marshal Lewis Burnham aim to draw 200000 spectators. The route runs through Maverick Street London Sumner Lewis Webster Sumner Maverick Square Chelsea Street Day Square and surrounding streets. Residents are urged to decorate homes and shops.
A large stock of pianos must be moved to a new building and the sale features two Brewster upright pianos in walnut at 145 each and two Sherman and Rowe models at 137 each, with many other instruments discounted. emphasis is on avoiding moving the inventory.
King Victor Emmanuel left for Ancona to lay the Maggiore Hospital cornerstone despite an anarchist plot. Queen Helena said danger did not deter her and would stand with the King. Ancona police arrested a man named Gabbianelli and twelve anarchists with bombs and explosives found in their quarters.
In a meeting on the Weld next Wednesday officials discuss a possible merger between two rail firms. Mr. Shaw avoids committing, suggesting uncertainty about a future union that could affect transportation. A map shows the Boston and Worcester Street Railway line and its managing head.
Interviews with Boston leaders and residents show broad support for Governor Guilds proposed state law to regulate transportation within Massachusetts. Respondents urge state laws to govern railroads, curb external influence, and prevent monopolies in rail transit.
About 150000 people visited Revere Beach yesterday, crowding streets from Scollay Square subway to Chelsea. A broken axle delayed Charlestown cars for over an hour while Chelsea Square drew crowds from Malden and Melrose. Beach amusements operated under selectmen permits, the State Band performed, and the day remained orderly with no arrests.
On June 24 at Nantasket, thousands passed through Paragon Park turnstiles as perfect weather and mild zephyrs drew crowds. Hotels, soda clerks, vendors, and steamer traffic thrived while seaside attractions saw strong patronage and Paragon Park celebrated growing popularity.
The last of the summer memorial services in Calvary Cemetery chapel were held yesterday afternoon. Benedict ion of the blessed sacrament and vespers were celebrated by Rev. John F. Cummins with a Sacred Heart Church Roslindale choir assisting.
At Arcade Hall Park Square yesterday the Ladies Auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians held a large quarterly convention with delegates from every county auxiliary. Discussions focused on issues for upcoming State and national meetings. A delegate was named to the national convention in Saratoga July 17 and to the Fall River State convention August 25. Mrs Ellen M Murphy was county vice president and presiding officer. Mrs Mary A Kavanagh spoke on the San Francisco situation and the group voted to support sister members there.
Holyoke report says the Moulders Union will strike tomorrow if firms do not grant $3 for a nine hour day. Present pay stands at $2.75. About 100 moulders would quit if the demand is refused.
O'Meara defends police discipline and rejects mayoral action in Faneuil Hall and hospital cases. He accuses the mayor of overstepping authority by broadcasting police influence and cites the Dorchester incident and press disclosures as threats to official control and public order.
Employees of the Sanitary and Street Cleaning Department Union urged the Mayor to restore their summer Saturday half holiday. A committee will meet the Mayor with a Team Drivers' District Council representative to seek a just adjustment.
The Boston Typographical Union, with 1400 members, voted yesterday to parade Labor Day in scenes marking the 20th anniversary. The McNeill memorial fund received 908 votes. Newly elected officers were installed.
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