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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1904
Page
10
A London commentary labels Hugh Gurney as lacking sporting spirit after his conduct amid a clash with Commonwealth law. The critique portrays him as crying foul when exposed, denying him formal sportsmanship.
Voters in the Berkshires express backing for Judge Phelps with encouragement to run for Governor. A firm delegation would be sent to promote his candidacy if he seeks higher office.
Charles W. Eliot, after 35 years at Harvard, appears as a religious speaker in Appleton Chapel. He notes Harvard has had no compulsory worship for 23 years, emphasizing freedom faith hope and love as central to university life. He likens a devout person to one walking with God. Service led by Peabody and Fenn. sermon by Francis Brown.
Rumor says Judge Emmons, refreshed after a month away, will resume duties tomorrow. The feared chairman arrived in Boston late Saturday from the South and connected with a Wilmington train at North station. He plans an early start as officers and the public await his appearance.
Estabrook and Eaton, selling agents, present a plan or method to save money. The notice emphasizes cost reductions and practical tips or services aimed at lowering expenses for clients. The brief item highlights the firms involved and the financial benefit.
In the Berkshires a British Third Assistant Secretary Hugh Gurney caused a Sunday disturbance by driving a large car at speed. A Berkshire constable arrested him and Judge Henry C. Phelps fined him. Locals ridiculed the diplomat, praising Judge Phelps and predicting political consequences, as Lee voters backed Phelps for multiple county and town positions.
A stylish audience filled Symphony Hall for an open consecration service as Rt. Rev. John Percival, Bishop of Hereford, spoke of America as the land of industrious peace. He warned against Europe’s annexationists and praised Holmes Whittier and Longfellow as works of peace.
Samuel Gompers president of the A F L and opening committee member of the International Peace Conference arrives tomorrow. Peter Curran delegate from the British Trades Congress arrived yesterday and is a leader of English laborers and a parliamentary candidate with bright prospects. He was entertained by local labor leaders last night.
Boston labor leaders form a special committee to arrange a Wednesday evening meeting at Faneuil Hall for workingmen. George E. McNeill Frank K. Foster Frank H. McCarthy John F. Tobin and James R. Crozier are tasked with ensuring the event succeeds.
DeGrasse Fox of Philadelphia proprietor of the Malvern Hotel in Bar Harbor Me died here today at age 66. He helped popularize the resort as a real estate dealer and leaves a widow and a daughter.
Mrs James Higgins declares she is sure her husband was murdered for his money after his body was found in the water near South Ferry. The body rests at Briggs Undertaking, autopsy pending. police cautious as medical examiner's report is awaited. Mrs Higgins, formerly Lilia Earle of Fairfield Maine, says he left three weeks ago and suspects a former lodger.
In Malta Hall Cambridgeport Branch John Boyle O'Reilly hosted a reception for Thomas Fowler recently elected supreme beadle of the National Irish Foresters. A business meeting elected concert and ball date January 13 for Cypress Hall and named an arrangements committee. Five new candidates were initiated as Fowler highlighted tripled membership, especially gains from Massachusetts, with speeches by local chiefs and a musical program concluding with a collation.
Captain Peabody's squad raided the West End seizing illicit spirits. Confiscations included half to three gallons of whiskey per resident and multiple gallons of beer. Peter Doherty, 27, was detained near Cambridge and North Anderson for selling a pint of whiskey.
Wellesley College opened its year with a chapel service led by Rev. J. Compson Cole of Ogontz Penn. The entering class totals 350, and total enrollment for all classes reaches 3050 students.
Walter Sugden, a former centre on Bob Kernan's 1902 Harvard eleven, is appointed head coach of Harvard’s freshman squad for 1908. Practice starts on Soldiers Field with a notably large 120-man squad.
Round trip by rail and steamer through the Deerfield Valley and Hoosac Mountains to Albany and down the Hudson to New York City. Depart Oct 6 with a $5 rate. Send to the General Passenger Department in Boston for a free illustrated booklet on the trip.
Division 26 A O H of Neponset performed four degree ceremonies for 20 members before about 200 attendees. Officers Reddington Dillon Locke Brady Tobin conducted the degrees with guard John Flynn Scannell Mc Manus McAvinny Monahan. The division, boasting ~250 members, then held a business meeting and a special ball committee session.
John C. Peters, a principal in a West Bergen boxing match, died in the ring after a knockout blow in the fourth round. Police made several arrests and County Physician Converse of Hudson County, N J, conducts the investigation.
The autumn Sunday evening services at the B Y M C Union began with a sacred illustrated lecture by the Hon John Wilder Fairbank titled The Sign of the Cross. The talk was presented by request and featured many stereopticon views to illustrate the points.
Police raid Spartan Club at 391 Shawmut Avenue during 8 PM operation. Four young men from South End arrested for gaming on the Lord's Day. cards seized. Captured suspects named Moran, McCourt, Kievenaar, Chenelle. Judge Emmons addressed the club last spring amid applause and controversy.
At midnight J R Robertson of the Riverside boathouses pulled Theodore A Gore of Auburndale from the river edge near the float. Gore, soaked and exhausted, was rushed by police ambulance to Newton Hospital for treatment.
State President Matthew Cummings sent formal notice to all divisions of the A. O. H. regarding the Suffolk county board biennial session in Deacon Hall on October 16. Five officers per division and a captain per military company in good standing may attend. convention to be called to order at 10 a.m. due to extensive business. The main items are adoption of new by laws and officer elections.
In Jefferson Hall Albany street last evening Division 69, A. O. H., elected David W. Gleason vice-president after Edward Moore resigned due to ill health. Timothy Mahoney became sergeant at arms. About 150 people attended with six new candidates initiated. President P. J. McLoughlin and secretary Joseph W. Kelley were installed. An entertainment and collation followed.
The Gaelic School held a regular meeting at the old Franklin School on Washington street. Reports show strong progress in Gaelic tongue and literature efforts, with four classes and an average attendance of about 50. Presiding was Mr O Daly, with Mr Regan and Mr Daniel Sullivan among the attendees. The next meeting is next Sunday afternoon and free of charge.
Harvard men praised the football eleven after the Williams game praising its snap and aggression. Brill and Meier battled for tackle position while Oveson Squires and Noyes impressed at their spots. Blagden showed end promise matching the old Harvard standard Bowditch.
The Team Drivers' Union discussed the Goulden Smith Hopkins strike and decided to continue the fight until victory. They voted a weekly assessment of 500 dollars to sustain 41 strikers, with 44 applicants admitted.
Dennis D. Driscoll former C L U president was unanimously chosen as the union delegate to the AFL convention opening in San Francisco on November 14. He recently returned from England where he attended the British Trades Congress. The meeting renominated all current officers and discussed union label advocacy and local tax option actions.
Hugh Falvey of Chicago, organizer for the American Brotherhood of Cement Workers, urged a strong organizing drive after contrasting New York wages with Boston. He cited rates for cement masons and laborers and noted longer Boston hours and lower pay, with plans announced by union leaders to prosecute the campaign.
Railroad Trainmen plan entertainment for Ladies Auxiliary at their international convention in Boston. Resolutions on Senator Hoar’s death pass. Dredging unions report progress in strike settlements. all firms except one have signed. Two hours of walking out involved lax enforcement of union rules at Milk and Congress streets. Dozens of new laborers admitted on traveling cards. End of farewell to delegates heading to Louisville. Reorganization plans for Painters District Council of Eastern Massachusetts. Two new bell boys locals planned in Boston. Bartenders Union sets annual ball before city election. Atlantic Seamen's Union renews wage pact with Coastwise Transportation Company for vessels under its banner. Stablemen's Union holds key meeting at Wells Memorial Building. Signwriters host guest William Holmes. British Trades Congress delegates Wiggan and Abraham visit Boston.
The Boston Central Labor Union gathered yesterday to honor Senator George Frisbie Hoar with condolences and eulogies. Members praised his lifelong labor support including his 1852 push for a universal 10 hour workday and his consistent sympathy for workers. Resolutions of regret were adopted for the loss to state and nation.
The archbishop preached to an estimated 3500 attendees at Trinity Church in New York, far surpassing its 1500 capacity. The procession featured the full choir, acolytes, crucifers, junior clergy, and the rector Rev. Dr. Morgan Dix, with the archbishop accompanied by his secretary Rev. J M Elitson.
Waltham Oct 2 The Newton Street Railway Company launches a new electric car route between Roberts Crossing and Newton Upper Falls. No car changes en route, a single five cent fare applies, with cars running on a half hour schedule.
Thomas J. Minihan of Boston Furniture and Piano Movers Union was named a national organizer for the International Brotherhood of Team Drivers. A farewell reception was held at Central Labor Union, and Minihan departed for New York City to establish headquarters.
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