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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1908
Page
7
Police trace a South Boston woman alleged to have led the Highbinders in the Chinatown riot where several men were killed and wounded and ten men were convicted of first degree murder. She allegedly sheltered the group at her Tyler Street home and helped them escape over the roof when officers arrived.
A Boston report identifies a 22 year old woman linked to a Chinese tong in Chinatown. Police allege she shelters highbinders, frequents laundries, and aids gang members, while conservative locals seek her arrest amid tensions and investigations by Chinatown spies.
In St. Louis, Emil Vorhauer sues for damages claiming a broken heart after an 18 year old woman Meta Giesler ended engagement talks. He seeks return of ante-nuptial gifts including a diamond ring and ostrich plume, while she dismisses any marriage plans.
In San Francisco on May 17 Floretta Whaley announces she will not return to Hempstead. She cites the surrogate's notice but says her grandmother remains her guardian and would represent her in court if she stayed away.
The young princess deserts the palace with her servant uncle to ride in the woods where she meets a carefree young man. A chance clash reveals his identity as the returning prince when a carriage arrives, sealing a destined connection with a rose moment.
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