03 Oct 1905
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1905
Page
1
Captain Evans of tug Confidence reports a suit case floating off Deer Island yesterday with clothing fragments that may belong to the Winthrop victim. Police found clothing at Louis Lake and traced many missing girls as investigation hinges on locating the head for case progress.
Walter J. Welsh of 811 Saratoga street East Boston received $10 from the Post for giving up his seat to a lady. He says he always gives up his seat and was surprised to be rewarded. He stood part of the ride in the East Boston tunnel cars until the paying moment.
The piece discusses whether Acting Mayor Dan Whelton will be named mayor through nomination and election amid mixed support for Eddie Donovan and uncertainty over John F. Fitzgerald and Lomasney backing. Echoes point to Whelton if nominating blocs falter.
The narrator describes boarding a Lexing ton street car at 4 15 after it was filled with men and women in equal numbers. He expresses faith in the workingman’s respect for his womankind while noting a cautious approach to searching for East Boston tunnel cars.
A brief note highlights how electric signs, though inexpensive, offer substantial public benefit. The visit to the Exhibition underscores their value in drawing attention and guiding patrons efficiently.
Acting Mayor Whelton seeks a record to bolster a possible bid for the mayoralty while warding off pressure from Ward 8 operatives and city payroll figures who flood his office with pay-increase requests as they adjust to Hendricks Club control.
Continued on page eight third column the forecast covers Boston and vicinity showing Tuesday morning showers followed by fair conditions on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday with light westerly winds.
Partly cloudy Tuesday with a cooler interior in Eastern New York. Wednesday brings fair conditions with light winds. New England sees showers in the east Tuesday and cooler air in the west. Wednesday remains fair with light westerly winds.
Boston Consolidated Gas Company promotes a forty member Special Representatives program to handle complaints. They explain misapprehensions, local piping or burner issues, and free remedies. The company invites customers to contact them at 24 West Street or call 1600 Oxford 24.
Poem line celebrates Congressman McNary's return home from abroad. The note invites readers to page 12 for full news of his arrival and reception by friends and colleagues.
Boston Americans beat Cleveland 8 to 3 while the Pittsburg game was postponed. Bedouin set a world mile and sixteenth mark at Belmont Park in 2 10 3 5. Terrible Turk defeats Yankee wrestling champion as Athletics widen their American League pennant lead.
The Philadelphia Athletics defeated St Louis 5 0 to extend their lead in the American League with seven games left for Philadelphia and Chicago to play. Philadelphia sits two games ahead as Chicago faces a tougher path to catch up. Coakley pitched for the Athletics as Washington held off Chicago 3 2 until a late Chicago rally.
Louis Tortteille seven years old of 38 Oswego street was playing tag on Harrison avenue near 333 last evening when an express wagon pulled by Lawrence J Bradley hit him. He suffered a fractured rib a spine contusion and a broken left shoulder and was taken home. The wagon is owned by Miller and Lakin of 43 Warren street.
Mrs Bella Barnes Brown daughter of George Hale Barrus wed Walter Brown of 21 Locust Street Medford on Sept 21 in Corey Hill's exclusive colony. Barnes Brown, a divorcee formerly eloped at Miss Mason's in Tarrytown, and Barrus, a leading Greater Boston engineer, recently bought a palatial Brookline home at 180 Winchester Street joining the area’s aristocratic set.
A drunken father from 233 Harrison Avenue abandoned his 2 year old daughter on Auburn Street in the West End. Police found the well dressed child at a barroom doorway calling for papa while officers booked the intoxicated father at Joy Street station. The scene drew sympathy from officers as the girl cried for her father.
An old advertisement touts Sanford's Ginger as a remedy for colds chills and stomach upset claiming healthful warmth and genuine quality.
The notice highlights a travel tip to ride into the country for peak autumn foliage. It mentions the Boston and Worcester Trolley Air Line as the suggested route and references local ads from Albee's store on page 1.
William A. Haynes of 62 Chambers street West End was released after hours in custody when police found no evidence linking him to the suitcase mystery. Samuel R Wingfield admitted he misfired in naming Haynes after recalling Haynes medical talk and suitcase buying plans. Captain Dugan urged more careful statements in future.
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