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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1901
Page
8
The British schooner Myra B bound for Saint John was quarantined after crewman Joseph Barton of Maitland Nova Scotia contracted smallpox. The Gos sip of Halifax was found in early stages of the disease. Steamers and schooners from those ports may be held at local quarantine to prevent outbreak.
George Coles of Beachmont Benen avenue died suddenly at home from heart failure aged 59. Born in England he served in the Civil War, later joined the Boston Society of Natural History and aided Professor Lugquourn. He was active in the G A R and Masonic orders, survived by a wife and three children.
Washington October 2 The Senate committee on military affairs resumed the investigation of charges against Lieutenant Colonel Heistand. William C McIntyre U S attorney for Major Hawkes testified that Hawkes sought an appointment over payment in his settlement with Colonel Helst. General Corbin introduced McIntyre to Assistant Secretary Meikelsohn who dissociated from the hemp scheme and offered help for Hawkes.
Boston and Maine will run a special train from Boston on Saturday October 5 through Hoosac country and Deerfield Valley to North Adams. Passengers will enjoy views of Grayrock and the Taconic Range on a delightful ride around the Hoosac Mountains. Round trip fare is 2 and the special train departs Union Station at 8 15 a m.
J. J. McLean has relocated from 36 Congress street to larger quarters at 8 Devonshire street corner Water street. The second floor offices are well lighted and ventilated with full accommodations to handle the needs of his business and cars.
The New York market opened strong on United States Steel Corporation’s dividend news but eroded as shorts were covered. Sugar and B A T fell on rumors of price cuts and withheld August results, while Atchison’s dividend plans were postponed to October 9. The U S Steel six month report showed a $12.33 million surplus. copper stocks in Boston weakened with declines in Osceola Mohawk and others. Guanajuato Consolidated drew bull interest amid a large ore reserve and favorable management.
A large crowd attended a solemn high mass for P. J. Flatley at the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Celebrants included Rev. Alphonse Charlier and Rev. Philip J. O'Connel with many Boston clergy. Interment followed at Holy Cross Cemetery Malden.
Motorman Frank B. Carle faced manslaughter charges in Boston for a Dorchester Avenue collision that killed a boy, Morgan F. Mulkern. Testimony supported the crash as the victims' group ran across the street. Carle testified the car was coasting with power shut off. Judge Charles J. Noyes ordered Carle discharged after ruling no liability appeared.
Mrs Adah Richmond Stetson was defaulted in Suffolk Superior Court by order of Judge Bishop yesterday. The case concerns a land registration dispute over property in Hayward Place claimed by Emma Stokes, widow of the late John Stetson Jr. and mother in law to Stetson, with the court finding Adah not entitled to dower. The default arose from her failure to file by Sept 17 specifications detailing her marriage to the deceased.
Oct 2 The Merchants' Association announced that Mayor Van Wyck will be asked to remove Commissioner Murray for refusing to take charge of charges of oppression while presiding at police trials. the association had recently condemned Commissioner Devery.
St Michael's Roman Catholic Church in Loreto, erected by Charles M Schwab president of United States Steel, to Prince Demetrius Galitzin memory, was consecrated today by Bishop Garvey of Altoona. The ceremony was assisted by clergy from Ireland and local officials. The church stands in the Alleghenies as a memorial.
George C. Hays faces assault with intent to kill after a morning shooting at 2812 Myrtle Street. Police say he threatened to shoot officers and others saying we will die together. Witnesses describe a struggle, a revolver seized, and provocative remarks by Hays before the wound occurred.
In the Superior Civil Court only the third and fourth sessions were active yesterday while cases in the first and second sessions and the jury waived session were postponed until lawyers and clients are ready to proceed.
This record covers two cases before Judge Bond and Judge Hardy. Louis Dlott sues Yank Kevolich for 135 15 alleging board lodging and clothing owed for defendant's family. verdict for defendant. C H Wardwell assignee sues John Leonard for conversion of photographs and art prints. trial shows sale at public auction with receipts 138 97 and balance 123 68 outstanding. verdict pending. E Cooke sues R M Plaisted to discharge a $1400 judgment. bankruptcy discharge claimed. case heard by counsel Pratt and Hale.
Aroon Stein of 1 Hale Street Boston was tried in Chelsea Police Court on a complaint by his father over false statements to Chelsea City Clerk Reed to obtain a marriage license. The court discharged him after considering the parents’ and the boy's ages. The father testified Stein was 19, the mother uncertain, and Stein claimed 21. Judge Cutler ruled the boy testified honestly.
A successful social event occurred Tuesday evening at the Misses Fied residence in Longwood. Guests arrived in muslins and foulards, with decoration of goldenrod on the house and dance orders. Prizes went to Annie Currie, Marie Wills, William Bolton, and Warren Baldwin.
Burglars broke into the residence of Mr. John Cornish at 409 Newtonville Avenue Newtonville Tuesday night, stealing about $200 in property including clothing and silverware. A large quantity of clothes was also taken from a clothesline, with authorities noting the break in occurred sometime Tuesday night.
All expenses trips to the Pan-American Exposition offered as individual and independent tours with choices including Hudson River Niagara Falls Thousand Islands St. Lawrence River Montreal Quebec White Mountains and more. Tickets cover transportation only at low rates by attractive routes. Circulation requested Simmons and Marsters agents 280 Washington Street Boston.
The Brainard murder trial resumed in Portland with first witness Alex Due describing the shooting scene. Albert Wood testified Brainard appeared excited with a revolver in hand and spoke to bystanders. Defense presented insanity as a key issue with witnesses from Williams College and others detailing Brainard’s erratic behavior.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology opened its 387th year with the largest entering class in school history, numbering nearly 500. Space limits force some freshmen to relocate to 71 Newbury Street while registration proceeds and Huntington Hall hosts the first freshmen assembly. President Pritchett urged students to value public service and integrity in government.
The Furness liner Virginian with Captain Prentice is two days overdue returning from London after a 14 day voyage.
Leaving Boston Thursday evening Oct 17 and 31 the tour costs 27 dollars covers all expenses for a four week trip including five days in the national capital and visits to Philadelphia and New York Longer stops allowed if desired For illustrated pamphlet and itinerary call or address Joseph P Taggart N B A 11 Washington street Boston
Mariners describe boisterous conditions on Atlantic crossing as several ships including the Leyland liner Philadelphian and the Danish Georgios I. weathered gales from southwest and west. Captain Schibbye notes a record low barometer of 28.60 during a hurricane force storm near latitude 65.30 north.
The report details tug A. W. Chesterton and Peter W. French capturing the six masted Eleanor A. Percy, towed to South Boston, plus other harbor activity. It notes arrivals, departures, and duties of vessels including Future, Cambrian, Hoerde, Saxon King, Algiers, Turcoman, Sagamore, and Sylvania repairs, with changes in longshoremen meetings. It also mentions smallpox in Rio and customs house clearances for Nantasket.
Shipping notices list arrivals and clearances with steamers and schooners, naming ships such as Philadelphian and Parthian along with destinations and passenger and merchandise details. Port variations include Norfolk Philadelphia Portland and Baltic and Atlantic routes, with barge tows and multiple vessels noted.
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