17 May 1902
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1902
Page
1
A terror-stricken public crowd flees toward Fort de amid threats and panic. Authorities report growing refugee movement as residents evacuate in the face of approaching danger. Local leaders urge calm and coordination for aid and shelter.
Reports from Fort de France describe Mont Pelee erupting with bright flashes between 10 and 11 last night. The northern island is devastated and thousands flee while panic spreads to Lorrain Marigot Sainte Marie and La Trinite as glowing clouds and cinders rain down.
Montreal reports Colonels Gaynor and Greene held under guard like POWs. They refuse return to Quebec despite a habeas corpus writ. A legal fight looms as officers and detectives pursue extradition, with court appearances pledged and counsel lined up for a high-profile clash.
The fugitive Spray eludes the Three Rivers pursuers after a dramatic river chase from Quebec toward Sorel. High Constable Gale roars orders to stop while the ferry struggles to reach the fleeing boat. Quebec authorities plan further action with habeas corpus papers in hand as the chase continues.
President Roosevelt chose a site next to the new War College in Washington for a bronze statue of Frederick the Great, a gift from Emperor William. Roosevelt said no Congressional action was needed and noted the gift as a sign of friendly US–Germany relations. The German Emperor’s letter praised the U S and the reply from Roosevelt promised to submit the plan to Congress.
Berlin reports on May 16 that Emperor William proposes presenting a statue of Frederick the Great to the United States as a gesture of goodwill. The offer aims to symbolize historic ties between Prussia and America.
Frederick II of Prussia born 1712 in Berlin rose to the throne in 1740 and with his campaigns expanded and defended Prussia. He led the Seven Years War, pursued Polish partitions, and fostered prussia’s recovery after war while supporting the American cause and signing a commerce treaty with the United States in 1786.
A World telegram reports ping pong causes a new ailment tenosynovitis swelling of tendon sheaths near the shin. It notes cases from medical journals and urges rest. it also promotes O Sullivan's Heels of New Rubber as immunity so players may continue the game.
May 16 Chicago fire devastates Armour & Co lard refinery at Forty third street and Centre avenue. Explosions on the fifth floor caused rapid spread and collapse of walls. About 25 dead and numerous injuries reported as crowds watched from nearby viaducts and a hog run. Fire department fought blazes while ambulances arrived late. some injured moved to hospitals or improvised plant hospital. Estimated losses reach 500000 on building and 100000 on contents.
Special agents from Washington arrive in Boston to probe the beef trust. District Attorney Moulton and Assistant DA Casey summon local packing house representatives who fail to appear. A private meeting with a Boston lawyer hints at broader federal action, possibly an injunction in Massachusetts. Washington investigators collect abundant evidence amid reports of terminations of trusted city meat trade staff.
A reporter describes 50 miles of ash coated territory near the Soufriere crater in St Vincent where 1700 deaths are estimated and 1300 bodies already buried. The island faces 5000 destitute people, 100 injured in Georgetown, and scarce hospital beds as Indefatigable ferries supplies for a worsening disaster.
Secretary Moody received a message on May 16 about thousands of refugees. The report indicates ongoing movement and displacement, with information continuing on Page 5.
Fair weather is expected in Boston and nearby areas for Saturday and Sunday night. Winds will be variable, with no precipitation anticipated.
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