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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1907
Page
5
Mrs Anna V Le Lacheur testified before Judge McKim that George P Le Lacheur threw her out at midnight and failed to provide for her and their baby. The petition seeks separate support based on her 1898 marriage and residence shifts from Wyoming to the city. She alleged her husband earned about $20 weekly but gave her rarely more than $8 weekly.
The captain recounts submarine trials with submerged runs and tests of torpedo tubes and mines. He notes using a diving chamber to send divers to the ocean bottom and expresses desire to give readers a full voyage aboard the boat.
Newport reports a near fatality during morning submarine trials as Ordinary Seaman Casey of the Nina was struck by a door edge and knocked unconscious. The Octopus trials were paused and the Lake made notable submerged runs and a 42 second surface stop before diving to 20 feet. Simon Lake and crew praised the craft while preparations for a possible final 200 foot dive near Boston light proceed.
Delegates to the 8th annual Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters convention are welcomed with a reception at Mechanics Hall. Mayors Fitzgerald Wardwell Brown Clapp attend along with numerous officials and guests. Grand march features Mayor Fitzgerald and Mrs Conway leading 160 couples.
A 14 member committee of prominent Hebrews from Boston visited Governor Guild at the State House to present a bound book of prayers and blessings. The group included G. W. Margolis chief rabbi Isaac Heller and J Polansky with leaders from Congregation Beth Israel Adath Jeshurum and others. The Governor received the gift warmly and the visitors toured the State House before returning to the chief rabbi’s home.
The mock trial of Geoffrey B. Lehy president of the Boston City Club charges him with larceny of a dozen cream fritters from the club kitchen on May 10. Judge Colin A. Scott presides with Samuel J. Elder defending. Herbert Parker leads the prosecution with Joseph A. Dennison assisting. A special jury pool from prominent citizens is drawn to ensure impartiality.
At the Boston Old Home Week committee meeting in the Mayor's office President Thomas P. Beal of the Second National Bank reports strong bank and business subscriptions. Local leaders Terhune and Hersey gain authorization to arrange use of the Mechanics' Building as headquarters and invite northern dignitaries to a banquet. Railway agents announce active advertising for the event.
A typographical error in the election commission report misstated Ward 6 counts and city totals. The correction shows Ward 6 gained while the city total rose to 195,900, a net increase of 279 from last year.
A three day bazaar to liquidate the debt of Sacred Heart Church Roslindale opens this evening in the church vestry under Pastor Rev John of Cummins. Addresses will be given by Mayor Fitz Gerald the pastor and other clergy and Catholic laymen.
The annual Foresters of America convention opened in the American House with a large gathering led by Grand High Chief Ranger Henry F. McManus. Reports show year receipts of 21 720 and disbursements 21 553 82 leaving 969 96. 2382 courts represented, 87 514 members, a decline of 750.
Alderman Finnegan challenged Cronin during a Malden board session May 21, accusing him of graft. Cronin denied paying bribes for a license. The Mayor ordered a floor dispute and an investigation seemed likely as Councilman Howard noted graft. Finnegan warned he would reveal facts if an inquiry occurred.
Everett reports Mrs. Fannie Edmonds a 58 year old widow drank carbolic acid at 6:30 PM in her home on Oliver Street after losing much of her fortune in stocks. Her cousin Mrs Banks found her dead after leaving to run an errand. She had paid $100 to keep her cemetery lot for her son and husband. Premeditation is suspected.
Annie Barnett on deathbed petitioned for separate support from husband Abraham Barnett a cigar maker They have two young children He claimed in laws blocked access while wife alleged brutality Judge ordered $10 now and $8 weekly by postal order
Richard Mansfield arrived in London from New York aboard the steamer Minneapolis after a bad illness at sea. He was exhausted and had to be helped from the train and plans to rest at least a year before acting again.
Shortly after midnight a one story frame building at 3 Corey Street West Roxbury housing the A. W. Hayden estate steam laundry run by W H Booker was consumed by flames. Inflammable contents caused rapid razing and about 5000 dollars in losses with a fire cause still unknown.
James W. Gilmore, 71, wealthy retired wool merchant, vanished from his home at 50 Howard Street Melrose Highlands. A large search of about 200 men and boys is under way while officials advise section crews to watch for him. He was last seen walking toward Boston along the railroad tracks wearing a dark suit and felt hat and carrying a cane. He is described as about five feet nine with gray hair and gray mustache and a slight limp.
District Attorney Moran visited the courthouse to check on his staff after two weeks away. He appeared well and said his health, aside from a sore throat, was improving. Moran noted he would speak only when necessary during a brief return to office life.
Antonio Zarmotti a 31 year old laborer was knocked down by a Cav ing embankment in a trench near the Everett gas works. Fellow workers freed him with shovels and he was taken to the Relief Station in the Everett ambulance with contusions and abrasions.
Labor notes record union actions last night with funds set for striking workers. Coopers Union 58 voted $10 to the strike fund and Cabinet Makers and Mill Men's Union 1824 approved $2 aid. Sheet Metal Workers Union 17 admitted 10 furnace shop workers. Painters Union 11 received wage scale committee report. Cigarmakers Union 97 to nominate officers Friday and warns members that leaving for another city without quitting will be charged with holding two jobs.
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