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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1904
Page
2
Joseph F. Moore of 589 East Fifth street South Boston expresses public gratitude to numerous neighbors who offered help after his wife's death. He notes their generosity and hopes such kindness is rewarded in this world or the next.
Schermerhorn of New York says Third Secretary Hugh Gurney did not violate the law by speeding. The diplomat, exempt as a British envoy, faced an unjust fine if not protected. Gurney accepted responsibility after arraignment before Justice Phelps.
John Hayes former janitor at Puritan Trust offices was brought to Boston from Lexington Kentucky on a charge of conspiring with Brad Hawes in a theft of 2846 dollars from the Puritan Trust Company. Hawes is held at Charles Street jail in five thousand dollars bail awaiting trial. Police say the money was left out of a safe when Hawes and Hayes worked there and Hawes claims Hayes provided him a few hundred dollars before going south.
Four young Italian brides to be, arriving aboard the Canopic, found quick matches with suitors after immigration officials arranged introductions. Michele Taba and Rosa Santo wed after a swift, shy courtship. Alexander Teodosio and Rosa Battaglia planned and celebrated their future. Maria Mastrallo and Maria Mastino also pursued love, with ceremonies at the Church of the Sacred Heart in North End.
Charles Peters of Chelsea, an 87 year old Armenian man known in Chelsea and Boston, vanished after last being seen at home with his wife Margaret and four children. He reportedly went to New York then to St. Louis seeking work. He left $165 from his wife to start a candy business.
Booker T. Washington received praise at Prospect Hall Cambridge from President Eliot Mayor Daly and other dignitaries during a forum held by the Young Men's Forum. Washington spoke of equality, constitutional rights, anti-lynching, and future progress, urging medical training for Black professionals and equal opportunities under law.
Ex-Congressman John C. Crosby of Pittsfield informed the Democratic State committee's executive chair that he will not allow his name to be used as a candidate for lieutenant governor or on the Democratic ticket. The unexpected decision unsettles local leaders who expected Crosby's backing as a statewide candidate. A meeting of 25 town committee chairs discussed prospects for W. I. Douglas winning the governor’s race, with another session planned at the Revere House to set a platform before the convention.
The St John’s Literary Institute of East Cambridge, an oldest Catholic order in the United States, hosted a grand ball last night in Institute Hall with over 500 attendees in attendance.
The New York, New Haven & Hartford line announced an early morning government mail train between New York and Boston in response to the Post Office Department. Eastbound service leaves New York at 2:00 a.m. and arrives in Boston at 7:30 a.m. Westbound departs Boston at 2:30 a.m. and reaches New York at 8:00 a.m. The first run is tomorrow morning, with passenger use permitted if deemed desirable.
President Mellen outlined a temporary lengthening of New York to Boston express and limited trains due to reconstruction of major bridges between New York and New Haven. The adjustment aims for reliable timetables during winter, with faster service reconsidered once bridges are completed.
New Haven Oct 3 A net gain of one town for Democrats and two towns for the license column marks Connecticut town elections today. No partisan strife dominated races as 162 towns voted. Republicans 128 and Democrats 33. In New London county New London city shifted from Democratic to Republican control.
Large steam yachts from Boston are being prepared for southern cruises. Courier, owned by B F Keith, is dry docked in New York for cleaning and painting and may sail south this fall. Wakiva, owned by L V Harkness, ties up at East Boston National Dock and plans a Mediterranean cruise leaving mid December with owner and party aboard.
The Rev. Charles G. Ames, pastor of the Church of the Disciples, turned 76 yesterday. His Chestnut Street home displayed abundant flowers and welcome notes from many friends.
At 6 o’clock last night the proverb editor closed Box 5276 at the Boston post office ending the first stage of the Boston Post’s proverb contest. Coupons arrived by sacks and two men carried away the last heavy bags before the hour. The effort now shifts to sorting and selecting winners from the mountain of entries.
Extensive preparations mark the arrival of delegates for the Episcopal convention in Em manuel Church starting tomorrow. Eight Massachusetts dioceses will be represented by Rev. Dr. George Hodges Rev. Henry Nash Rev. Endicott Peabody Robert Treat Paine Harcourt Amory A J C London and Charles G Lawrence with Rev Dr Hutchinson as secretary. Bishops will meet in Emmanuel chapel with desks arranged by seniority while information and lodging bureaus operate under Rev William F B Gardner and other officials.
Vorenberg's Big Store will donate one full day’s proceeds to customers. One October business day, chosen by Boston newspaper representatives, will yield a full refund of any purchases made that day. The winning day is sealed and kept in a safe until November 2 when announced. Customers should keep slips to claim cash refunds. Price cuts apply across all departments to mark the anniversary.
Postmaster General Payne is near death as his family gathers at his bedside in Washington. Doses of strong stimulants were needed through the night to prolong life, with Payne sometimes unconscious yet recognizing relatives. President Roosevelt and Mrs. Roosevelt visited, later sending a large bouquet from the White House.
Frank C. Scofield of Brighton married Miss Alice M. Webber, daughter of Frank W. Webber of 687 Washington Street Brighton, at Channing Church tonight. Reverend Adelbert Hudson officiated.
A historical ad-text proclaims appendicitis prevention and treatment using Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills. It claims the condition stems from bowel sluggishness and gas germs, promoting a morning cure and promises relief from constipation, biliousness, liver issues, foul breath, and various pains. The piece urges readers to order a free sample from F. Smith Co., Boston, for 25 cents per bottle.
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