07 Oct 1904
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1904
Page
1
Prominent figures are cited in a domestic dispute issue as lawmakers debate a controversial divorce case. The report notes public interest and potential political implications amid ongoing controversy.
The sum of 143000 dollars was raised for foreign and domestic missions at the Episcopal convention meetings in Emmanuel Church. Archbishop of Canterbury addressed delegates, praising English American unity and urging Christian unity.
Police allege a scheme where dealers on instalment plans were robbed of diamonds by a gang mostly from South Boston. One arrest made, several suspects fled. Richard J. Blackmore, 890 Eighth Street, was charged with seven counts of diamond larceny after allegedly purchasing diamonds on instalment terms and then disappearing. Additional suspects, all young locals, are believed at large as investigations continue.
Fair Friday and Saturday forecast for Boston and vicinity. Local ad notes a Boston address and a pharmacist promotion for Ben ediction Stomach Bitters claiming cures for constipation and rheumatic disease. Also mentions Father John's Medicine for colds and asthma relief with Lung Kuro.
Rumors in St. Petersburg tie a Mukden despatch to unusual activity. Some officers doubt evacuation, suggesting it aims to cover a Japanese flank. Reports also hint Admiral Wiren may have sailed from Port Arthur amid storm disruption. Baltic ships likely to be sent east.
Cardinal Gibbons declines attending the Boston peace conference due to pressing engagements and expresses regret. In a letter to Rev. Edward Everett Haile dated Oct 4 1904 he would have defended Belgiums Congo policy if present. He cites Berlin conference praise for the Congo states humane administration and efforts to end Arab slave trade.
Two people, a man and a woman, die in a crash at Jerome avenue and One Hundred and Sixty first street when a car plunges down an embankment onto railroad tracks and is struck by a southbound New York Central train. Several others injured, taken to Fordham Hospital. engineer arrested after Grand Central arrival.
Massachusetts Republicans endorse reciprocal treaties to expand trade with foreign nations, notably Canada and Newfoundland. They cite President Roosevelt 1902 views on balancing interests and supporting maximum good, even if some harms occur for the greater benefit.
Delegates for the Republican and Democratic State conventions gathered last night near each other as they prepared for today’s events. Republicans at the American House discuss reciprocity while Democrats at the Quincy House anticipate battles over the State committee. The Tremont Temple hosts the GOP gathering with Bates and Guild likely renominated, while Douglas and Crosby lead the Democratic ticket at the Boston Theatre.
The Republican Committee confronts two key items at the state convention: reciprocity with Canada and the nomination of a candidate for State treasurer. A lengthy session, led by Chairman Dana Malone, ran from 3 to 8 yesterday, with another meeting planned for 9 this morning to pursue a definite agreement.
Weston Cunningham of 19 Addison street Chelsea reported to police that he was robbed of 1250 dollars aboard an elevated train near City square around six last evening. He left the car at City square and found the loss upon boarding a Chelsea car for home. He reported the incident to Station 15 Sergeant Reardon.
Baseball schedule shows the American League race resuming with games in New York and Boston. Today Boston plays New York Philadelphia faces Washington St Louis travels to Chicago and Cleveland meets Detroit. Tomorrow New York visits Boston for two games. Sunday and Monday feature two Boston at New York games and two Philadelphia at Washington games.
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