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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1913
Page
2
Four Dorchester youths were chased by Field's Corner police for nearly a mile and arrested on charges of breaking and entering and larceny from the Tennessons liquor store at Dorchester Avenue and Pleasant Street. Suspects named Frank N Hurley Dennis J Callahan J % Jenacson and G E Ballow. Police report a large quantity of bottled goods taken.
A State police officer with Blomberg of 205 Devonshire Street Boston visited Wakefield police and identified property seized from arrested youths as Blomberg firm losses. Items included post office money orders totaling 179.27 dollars and checks totaling 798.95. A stolen pipe was also recovered. A bank check for 500 dollars seized from a colored youth posing as Leslie Purrington was among the other items.
The installation of Rev. Abott Peterson as colleague to Rev. William Ti. Lyon at First Parish Church, Unitarian, Brookline drew many ministers. Participants included Rev. Mr. Van Ness, Rev. PF Déle, Rev. H M Brown of Wing's Chapel, Rev. William Fenn, Rev. James DeNormandie, and Rev. Edward Flale.
Timothy L. Woodruff former Lieutenant-Governor of New York died at 9 15 tonight after two weeks in critical condition. He fell ill with paralysis while addressing a Progressive party rally in New York City. He was 35 years old.
Mr. Woodruff's condition worsened after a Sunday setback and he died with his family by his side. A Yale graduate born in New Haven in 1849, he rose in New York politics as a longtime Republican leader in Kings County and state circles, later joining the Progressives. His Adirondack lodge Kamp Kill Kare hosted leaders for discussions, and in 1908 he nominated James S. Sherman for Vice President as a New York elector.
In Limerick on October 12 John E. Redmond leader of the Irish Nationalists spoke at a large home rule demonstration. He stated he was unalterably against Churchill's proposal to settle the Irish question by excluding part of Ulster from the bill.
Mr Redmond said the suggestion was impracticable and unworkable. He noted no support from Nationalists and opposition from Unionists in Ireland. He supported safeguards for Ulster but argued Ireland must stay a nation.
A blaze discovered at 6 30 last night caused about 1000 in damage to the bath house at Tenean Beach Dorchester and nearly destroyed the building. The fire’s cause remains undetermined.
Berlin Oct 12 The Hamburg American steamship Graf Waldersee, via wireless, searched for missing boats after the Volturno disaster. Survivors were transferred to other ships while the Graf Waldersee cruised about for ten hours seeking the lifeboats.
Albany Oct 12 A verdict in the impeachment trial of Governor Sulzer will not be reached before Tuesday. The High Court will begin deliberations tomorrow afternoon as opposition to a Monday session crystallized, with several judges favoring continued session until midnight tomorrow night at the latest.
Elderly members of the court prompt a late start as rules on balloting are set and a decision on testimony suppression is needed before voting on the Governor's guilt. Senator Palmer denies plans to reopen the case as trial proceeds with disputed constitutional objections and testimony.
Continued from first page are details referencing the law office of John F. Ryan located at 209 Washington Street. The item notes official filing and related action tied to the address and firm.
Albert H. Waitt denies any home breaking in a high profile divorce case. Ralph M. Herrick, 22, and Elizabeth M. Grumbine Herrick, 21, face legal action over non support and alleged abuse. Herrick’s Montreal job and family details, plus Waitt’s wealth and racing ties, frame the dispute.
The district attorney plans to summon 80 witnesses against Mrs Jennie May Eaton of Assinippi for poisoning her husband Rear Admiral Joseph Giles Eaton, a likely record number in the state's murder trials. The defense signals few witnesses, contending the government cannot prove its case. Mrs Eaton says the true facts will be shown clearly to judge jury and public.
A gang broke into Antonio Bonacossa shop at 333 Washington street injuring themselves on glass and stealing $10 and a gold chain. Police traced a blood stained trail to Colpitt Tourist Agency where an attempt to crack a safe occurred. Colpitt said the safe held $8000 to $10,000. last May Colpitt’s office was robbed by the same men. Authorities suspect entry via roof or fire escape and a window left open in the prior break.
Evidence of severe injuries and blood pools on floors suggests a violent break in at Bonacossa's shop. Fingerprints in blood were found on a towel and a glass tumbler, guiding police in the search for the robbers after the early morning discovery of scattered furnishings and an emptied cash register.
Report notes two new witnesses, including Grace Howard of New Bedford, not previously named, may offer disclosures. Mrs Eaton plans defense once court opens, with lawyers meeting today. Families say Daniel Ainsworth may be called to testify for the defense, contrary to prior government plans.
Mike Scarparto aged 24 living at 2 Liverpool street East Boston was captured by Patrolmen Fox and King in an automobile near Sudbury and Alden streets West End. He was taken to Joy street station charged with larceny of $7 from Hermensilde Ramos of 73 Joy street. The alleged theft took place at Court and Hanover streets.
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