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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1903
Page
5
Police keep a suspected killer under close surveillance near the Sturtevant home as inquiries unfold. Officers cite meager concrete evidence while General Whitney and Chief Watts weigh rumors and the need for warrants. Witness accounts and footprints are scrutinized as investigators consider a foot escape rather than bicycle flight.
Police weigh a two-man plot as suspect Zimmerman could have been mistaken for the killer after a bag snatching near the Sturtevant home. Evidence suggests the rider on a bicycle may have acted as a lookout while another struck, with no clear motive or murderer identified after four days.
Medford May 10 funeral for Nellie Sturtevant draws large crowd as relatives and neighbors fill Hillside Universalist Church. Rev Fischer omits the crime details while Rev Harmon recalls the victim’s courage and charity before burial at Wyoming Cemetery Melrose.
Medford youth John Murphy says he faced patrolmen from Charlestown and Somerville early Thursday, attacked on his bicycle with a bag on the front. After two more stops, Murphy reached home bruised and seeks redress for the mistaken pursuit.
George Leach of Winthrop Street in Medford defends himself and his family against gossip and alleged police surveillance. He asserts 19 years of steady work, pays his bills, and invites scrutiny of his tidy home to counter claims of it being a tough-spot for residents. Townspeople rally in support, calling the accusations unwarranted.
Mrs Lombardi the suspect's mother visited her son in connection with the Sturtevant case. The report notes her involvement and the familial support during investigations.
New York report says the White Star Line chief cites a possible joke behind the box found on the Umbria, with authorities vowing a thorough investigation and strict freight watch. Police hunt for the person or persons behind the dynamite device amid warnings of a 20 year prison term.
The New York attempted explosion on the Umbria prompts mixed views among Boston officials and steamship agents. Collector Lyman calls the incident a hoax and warns that full corroboration is needed before public belief. Investigations note no detonating caps and doubt a genuine blast until more evidence emerges.
A prisoner at East Cambridge Jail received fruit and other treats from a visitor yesterday. Lombardi spoke to him in Italian and the inmate showed appreciation with various gestures as guards delivered meals.
Boston bartenders rally for unionization as the International Bartenders Association of America opens in Philadelphia. Delegates Mattimoe Kennedy Mooney head to the convention while Boston crews seek hotel staff inclusion before the AFL gathering. About 400 dollars receipts and 18 new members reported.
The Building Laborers' Union 15 voted yes yesterday to ensure all members are assessed and registered for the municipal election. It appointed committees to influence the election and seek cooperation from members and their friends.
The Freight Handlers Union 688 K of L met yesterday and obligated 10 applicants to membership and favorably acted on 20 more. The next meeting will be educational with speakers District Master Workman James Donovan District Secretary M J Kenney Michael Crooke John R Dalton and J J Donnelly.
New York reports that Cornelius P. Shea was yesterday chosen to represent Lumber workers. The election reflects union leadership amid ongoing labor activity in the city.
The Teamsters and Handlers' Union 112 outlines a disability benefit plan to aid New York lumber and brick teamsters. The plan was rehearsed and adopted by the union and will take effect immediately.
The Building Trades Council petitions Governor Bates to sign the firemen’s 12 hour bill. It also protests to Somerville’s mayor against employing non union men at the West Somerville schoolhouse and pledges support to the Artificial Stone and Asphalt Workers Union if they strike to demand higher wages.
The New England Dressed Meat and Wool Company of Somerville filled most strike vacancies last week. Management declined to reveal actions. A night police guard remains at the plant to prevent unrest. On Monday night Typographical Union 138 will hold its annual celebration at Paine Memorial Hall.
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