19 Oct 1903
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1903
Page
1
In a Massachusetts Republican Editorial Association speech, Ezekiel defends the three Union veterans and their loyalty to Massachusetts. He objects to partisan remarks questioning the good faith of the veterans while noting a possible nomination of a former Confederate to replace the current Commonwealth secretary.
Ezekiel M. Ezekiel, a Virginia-born former Confederate, comments on Governor Bates and the salary grab dispute in Massachusetts. He notes war’s end and stresses that Democrats want progress, not a return to old tensions, while remaining a well-known Springfield businessman and Democratic contender. He plans to attend the Boston Democratic dinner.
Elijah Dowie's New York visit climaxed as about one third of the Madison Square Garden audience bolted during his service. He railed at critics, warned of future "sensations," and urged quiet as thousands stayed for the evening sermon. Dowie mocked Buffalo Bill, referenced press behavior, and praised his wife’s public role before a large gathering.
In Attleboro Massachusetts population 13000 the town braces for a rising crime wave. Two night policemen guard the streets as a mysterious assailant assaults a jewelry worker and robs a merchant. Cattle poisoning and multiple holdups deepen local fear while residents consider State police aid.
A christening party at 114 Merrimac street ends with Albert Malone dying from a brain wound after a man with a revolver shoots him during a fight that began with a razor attack. Rosario Bertano is arrested on murder charges, while witnesses claim Bertano is innocent and name a stranger as the killer. Patrols search the house and alleys for the weapon and assailant.
North Anson Maine October 18 the Burns brothers Maine s famous outlaws are fleeing toward Canada as a posse closes in. Sheriff Sylvester said he expects to head them off within hours after sightings on Mt Bigelow where they dried clothes by a fire. They asked for food but refused entry and moved toward Stratton to Canada as deputies from Madison Newport and Flagstaff relay horses for a morning capture.
Mrs. Conroy lay unconscious and bloody after a hammer attack at 10 Dove Street Roxbury. Neighbors rushed in when a quarrel turned violent. A patrolman then intervened rescuing Mr Conroy who was overwhelmed by women. Mrs Conroy remained in precarious condition at City Hospital.
Fred DeAngelis aged 12 and Thomas Mahoney aged 14 used a dark lantern and a 10 cent novel to plan a break into the Austin Brush Company safe at 134 North Street. They climbed via a fire escape to the second floor, but only $5.17 was taken before they were discovered as Charles A. Austin reported the scene to Station 1.
The Boston Elevated management released a statement denouncing a Sunday Post claim that the company would unionize departments with officials’ consent. The firm says no conferences with unions occurred, no changes to policy, and no demands were made. Leaders say employees have access to hearings and the union reports have no basis.
Forecast for Monday and Tuesday calls for fair conditions in New England and Boston area. Warmer Tuesday with diminishing northwest winds.
Mr and Mrs W Zack Latta are in Cleveland after an auto journey covering 7000 miles since March 1. They spent most of the summer touring the Middle States and plan to continue to Akron, Columbus and Dayton.
An advertisement touts Fr John’s Medicine as a cure for bronchitis and consumption. It claims the remedy cures colds and promotes a simple motto Say Black and White to a Scotch man as a test of its efficacy. It positions the product as an ideal remedy and references a mutual friend.
Washington report says the Chesapeake and Ohio train left at 11 16 tonight crossed the long bridge to the Virginia shore after the draw broke. The engine went over safely but the tender and baggage car dipped. no one was killed or hurt.
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