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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1907
Page
2
Eighty thousand Hebrews across New England are marking the New Year in synagogues and temples. In Boston alone more than 40,000 Hebrews paused secular work in observance over the last two days.
The dredging scow Back Bay owned by Breyman Bros contractors overturned after a dynamite blast while removing a ledge in the upper middle channel. Nine crew members were thrown into the water.
District Attorney John B. Moran conducted a six hour session with the Grand Jury examining six of forty seven witnesses in the telephone inquiry and then summoned the entire clerical staff of Superintendent of Streets Doyle’s office for personal examination.
The district attorney focuses on ten clerks in the Doyle office and the paying department as part of a broader probe. Superintendent James H. Sullivan and Secretary Mellyne drew attention, with potential evidence about the paving division likely to be presented after the telephone inquiry, possibly Thursday morning.
The school committee announced that with tomorrow’s opening, High School of Commerce pupils will assemble at the old building on Winthrop street Roxbury. Pending completion of the Fenway site for a new school, students will be split between the current building and the old Dearborn School on Dearborn street Roxbury.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney bladder and related liver issues claim ing it corrects urinary troubles reduces night time urination and improves overall kidney function The pitch offers free samples and a promotional book from Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton NY.
Rumors spread that the Citizens' Association will surprise by arraigning the Republican administration for wasteful management. Quincy awaits the association meeting in the Adams Building on Tuesday night.
A city committee reports on water rates for apartment houses with meters amid opposition to the $18 minimum and concerns over meter costs. The piece notes a $23 annual tax without a meter, meter installations, and questions whether the department runs at a profit given daily costs and a $900 expected intake at a 30 cent per 1000 gallon rate.
Bay State Lodge opposes the New Haven bonus plan while William H. O'Brien speaks to Bricklayers' Union 3 about the telegraphers strike. The Boston Patternmakers donate to strikers after aiding an injured Providence worker. Wages and benefits are discussed across unions with multiple elections and delegates named for upcoming A F of L. events in Milford and Boston.
Walter G. Cotton, president of the American Tube Works, died suddenly in Longwood yesterday morning after an illness beginning Friday. His brother’s death last May had deeply affected him.
Reverend Eugene Shippen of the First Parish Unitarian Church resigns to seek relief for his 6 year old son. The resignation takes effect November 1 so the wife can take the child to South England to mend his health amid Boston winter hardships.
Pastor of the First Parish Church for 18 years, Harvard trained, will sail November 2 with his wife and three children for warmer Torquay England. He plans to preach in Unitarian churches in southern England to support his family after his son, who suffered pneumonia and potential hearing loss, is relocated for health reasons.
The Chelsea Board of Aldermen advanced three loan orders totaling 290000 to second reading. One 150000 note funds current year taxes, a 40000 bond matures 1927, and a 100000 bond matures 1911, all to be sold to the sinking fund commissioners.
The Salvation Army bought land in Portland and plans a People's Palace modeled on their Boston hotel, aiming to create a community center and lodging facility in the city.
Advertisement notes a single laxative product, Brom Quin ine by E. W. Greve, priced at 25 cents. The box shows the full manufacturer name and is promoted for summer cold relief.
In synagogues and homes across the Jewish community the Yom Kippur season is marked by the ram horn blasts. The article describes the shofar's four sounds tekiah shebarim teruah and tekiah and their spiritual purpose leading to atonement.
The Boston school board discussed adding tests such as swimming, wall scaling, and bridge building to high school drills. Chairman Storrow urged a German style program to improve physical condition and initiative, with top state officers invited to advise alongside Dr. Thomas Harrington.
Medford dispatch reports police lack clues to the thieves who stole C. M. Chevalier’s $400 naphtha launch from Mystic Lake on Sunday. The engine was removed, hull portaged to the river, and the vessel adrift was found later today.
A wet slow track at Wonderland hosted a six day go as you please race with 16 starters. William Davis led at 31 miles 3 laps, followed by W F Prouty and Patrick Dineen as the field posted improving times and potential records.
A new entry in the Democratic race for register of probate names Hon. Daneil V. McIsaac of South Boston as a candidate. Ex-councilman ex-representative and ex-senator McIsaac joins the field amid signs the old strategy team is reasserting influence as county officers campaign.
A Le Baron reunion gathered at A. D. Le Baron’s Saugus residence last Sunday with members from the sixth through the eighth generations traced to Dr. Francis Le Baron of Plymouth in 1696. After a lunch, the Le Baron Associates organization was formed with Mrs. Elia D. Le Baron as president and Herbert H. Le Baron as secretary.
Post reporter lists results for district attorney race in the Republican county convention. Names include Walter A. Webster Ward 21 with 95 votes, ex-Senator John K. Berry Ward 20 with 60, Jesse Leve Ward 9 with 46, George Holden Tinkham Ward 11 with 45, John B. Moran Ward 12 with 25, John S. Richardson Ward 10 with 20, Fred A. Daggett Winthrop with 15, Clarence A. Rowley Ward 21 with 4, total votes shown but not fully legible.
A Republican county convention debate centers on John B. Moran once elected as an independent district attorney candidate two years ago and later a Democratic ticket Governor candidate. An aide, Isaac Isaacs, is accused of canvassing for Moran. A Republican official predicts Webster leads on the first ballot but Moran could win after subsequent votes.
Quincy Division 5 Ancient Order of Hibernians celebrated 25 years by dedicating a new Hancock Street building and opening a week long bazaar. President Barrett welcomed guests and introduced Congressman-elect Joseph F. OConnell. National President Matthew Cummings noted growth in Massachusetts. Building cost $17,000 includes assembly hall stage lodge rooms parlors and 10 rooms.
Miss Jennie L. Richmond of 98 Thorndike Street East Cambridge died yesterday afternoon from burns while cooking on a gas stove. Her sister Miss Margaret J. Richmond found the body in the kitchen. neighbors did not hear screams and the death occurred with the woman alone in her apartment. The family has long been established in East Cambridge.
Ad claims chronic catarrh can be cured by The Household Surgeon remedy Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil. Refunds offered by druggists if the product falls short, price quoted as 25 cents.
A Chicago woman Mrs. Ora Ford recovered from long illness and poor blood after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She suffered headaches dizziness and stomach issues before reporting appetite return strength gains and color improvement after about two boxes. The pills are sold by druggists or mailed by the Dr Williams Medicine Company Schenectady NY.
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