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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1908
Page
2
Reports from northern Michigan forest fire districts are fragmentary but show improvement in imminent danger. Victims who survived the destruction face extreme distress and possible deaths from exposure as temperatures drop on refugees camped in box cars and fields.
New England express drivers and helpers sign an agreement to refuse to concede to Adams Express Company demands to pay for winter reefers. An order to measure for reefers prompted an investigation as reefers cost 8 50 and would be charged against pay.
Governor Fred M. Warner urged Michigan residents to contribute relief and Detroit Mayor William B. Thompson called a special Common Council meeting. Rescue efforts reported 26 deaths in Presque Isle and Alpena counties with areas like Rogers City and South Rogers saved. Alpena remains fire struck but potentially safe. Posen, Alpena, and surrounding districts face ongoing danger.
Registration for Gaelic and Irish history night classes at the high school building on Montgomery street opens tomorrow night. Headmaster Myra W. Richardson leads the program with assistance from Ollam Fodla Gaelic Society members. Instruction is free.
Charles J. Ray, foreman on Mrs. William Tower’s estate in Lexington, brought a Baldwin apple weighing more than 1 3/4 pounds and 18 inches in circumference to the Post. The agricultural editor notes it as one of the largest regular varieties seen in the Boston area this year, with the tree producing larger specimens.
A Nahant blaze traps eight people including Mr and Mrs Halsey and their 8 year old daughter Elizabeth. Firefighters Goad Cheever Chief Mitchell and Officer Leahey rescue the family and evacuate others from the flames. One section of the club roof catches fire but is extinguished with minimal loss. Authorities suspect incendiary cause.
A deadly shootout in a North End tenement left Benjamin Mirabull(o) and Philippe Mannino wounded while Rocco Mirabile and Alfred Cassetta died. Luigi Cassetta fled, later found hiding. police recovered one revolver. The incident occurred as Cassetta brothers confronted the residents around 4 30 pm.
A short notice reports Marine Eye Remedy acquiring Bye Health Eye Comfort to expand eye care offerings. The deal involves the two firms and aims to broaden regional distribution and services.
Margaret Danely died at City Hospital after fatally burned at 710 Shawmut Avenue yesterday afternoon. Her husband Patrick, severely burned while attempting to rescue her, remains hospitalized and is expected to recover.
The Good Government Association plans an active role in next year’s mayoralty campaign and asks for funds to cover this year’s operations totaling about 17000 dollars. Contributions may be sent to Amory Wilot, treasurer, 131 State Street.
A meeting of the Landladies and Real Estate Owners Protective Association will be held tomorrow evening at Mrs. Post’s residence 218 West Springfield Street. Matters of great importance are expected to be discussed.
An old advertisement touts Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon and Compound Grup Sarsaparilla as a cure for kidney trouble and rheumatic pains. It claims the blend cleanses kidneys and reduces swelling, with a dosage of a teaspoon after meals and at night plus water. It urges trying the mixture for a few days if back or side aches suggest kidney issues.
E. H. Gay & Co. liabilities not exceeding 5 million will be covered when John P. Reynolds Jr. disposes of collateral. Reynolds defends actions as a receiver and anticipates continued leadership, with rumors of reorganization and retention of Gay at the helm. Joseph W. Jackson's Boston firm shuttered. Jackson said to be in New York.
Miss Hannah Kelly of New Britain Connecticut married Patrolman John J. Dyer of Revere at the Immaculate Conception Church in Revere. The Rev Mark Sullivan officiated with Miss Louise Nolan as maid of honor and John Flanagan as best man. Mrs Dyer is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Kelly. the couple will reside at 765 Ocean Avenue after a reception at their new home.
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