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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1907
Page
12
Judge DeCourcey reduced Antonio Tortorella bail from 4000 to 2000 after Peter Maher argued the high amount violated constitutional protections. Maher cited the Italian defendant’s right to reduced bail under the U S Constitution.
The Castle Square singers add to their stock company with Blanche Edwardes in the title role of Mig non. Her debut drew heightened interest as the opening scene of the heroine's entrance unfolded.
The review praises Miss Edwardes for an attractive stage presence and a beautiful soprano voice with exceptional range. Her portrayal of the heroine blends pathos with will, convincing the audience. It notes her wise selection to share soprano roles with Miss Clara Lane this season and mentions Forest Huff as Laertes and Henry Taylor as Wilhelm Meister in the cast.
Thayer Bros., stock brokers of New York, failed on the stock exchange announced this afternoon. The failure is described as unimportant.
The Lynn leather firm Patrick Lennox & Co. assigned Monday to George R. Nutter of Brandeis Dunbar Nutter in a move that may not assure dollar for dollar payment. The business is a Lennox partnership of Patrick Lennox and his son James T. Lennox, both liable for all they own.
The Lennox & Co. firm in Lynn faces an assignment amid rumors it may involve the father and son jointly. Patrick Lennox, once called a top local fortune, and partners owe estimates range from one to several millions. Assignee Mr. Nutter says a formal statement is being prepared and payment prospects remain uncertain.
LenNox born in 1828 in County Kildare Ireland built a career in Lynn starting in 1853 introducing machinery and leather rivaling French kid. He championed electric lighting in his factory in 1883 and helped attract Thomson and Houston to Lynn. He held stock in Thomson-Houston Electric later part of General Electric and funded shoe factories on Market Street while backing Lynn Realty. His son James T Lennox has shouldered recent burdens as P Lennox & Co. remains connected to multiple plants in Lynn Salem and Peabody.
Crowds at Revere Beach enjoy Mme Etoille and six horses with Caracal the bay mount and Baby the trick pony among acts. Vinella’s Arabians Said and Ben Ali duel in the ring while prior week staples Ulven Cyclonne and the high wire duo continue this week with afternoon and evening shows.
Malden residents note trees along Lawrence Beach and Oliver streets dying and failing to bud. Officials link the issue to possible gas poisoning from nearby coal pockets operated by E. E. Neal Hemphill Malden Coal J H Robinson, while Professor E G Stone of Amherst College has attributed the deaths to gas exposure.
John B. Martin, commissioner of penal institutions, was appointed acting head of the supply department yesterday. The notice was made public by Secretary Dolan. Martin brings large purchasing experience and will not draw salary for the supply post.
Miss Ella G. Flynn 28, of 74 Partridge Avenue Somerville died at Massachusetts General Hospital after an appendicitis operation. She was to be a bridesmaid last week, worked seven years as a stenographer at MGH, and is survived by her parents two brothers and a sister. Funeral Thursday at St Annes Church with burial in Holy Cross Malden.
The Irish National Foresters plan amateur games on Saturday September 21 at 3 oclock at Locust street grounds. Entry time extended to September 18. Events sanctioned by the N E A. Entries close with Joseph McNamara North End Park Boston.
The New York trial over Edward W. Vanderbilt's mental competence continues as Miss Minerva Vanderbilt seeks a ruling on his lucidity. Mrs. Pepper Vanderbilt refused to go under control and cited court noise. the judge will conclude summations and the jury will decide tomorrow.
Edward F. McGrady replaced Leo McCullough as South Boston district State committee candidate. Two more replacements followed, Amargos Kannelloulos and Frank Arncio replacing two withdrawn candidates to split the vote against Tom Grady.
Representative William M. Hogan of Cambridge announced he would seek another term in the House. He has served on the liquor laws committee as clerk and remains active in district matters.
Timothy J. Driscoll of 185 Chelsea Street plans to run in the municipal primaries for the Democratic nomination in the East Boston district. He is among the first men on the Democratic side to declare his intention to seek a seat on the Board of Aldermen.
The Boot and Shoe Workers' Union general executive board revoked Lasters Local Union 192 Brockton charter due to rebellious agitation around plans to secede from the union. The dispute followed a contested election for general president between Thomas B. Hickey and John F. Tobin, ended by Toronto convention. Members opposed to secession may reorganize as members at large.
Sinn Fein League of Boston endorses the demand that evicted tenants be reinstated on lands used for grazing. A. O. H. Division 1 criticizes Divisions 1 and 6 resolutions, claims Ireland’s issue is tactics, and invites opponents to a October Wells Memorial meeting to defend or refute charges.
Several contracts were awarded at City Hall. James Doherty of Calumet Street Roxbury won an 885 dollar contract to build a retaining wall on Sumner Street. James J. Brock of Charlestown won a contract on Rutherford Street between Mills and Tibbetson Streets. Both figures have prominent political ties and many contracts under two thousand dollars are non competitive.
Thousands of dollars funded a rear annex near Mrs. Jack Gardner’s Fenway home. A three story white brick structure with a garage, stable and curio hall is under tight guard, to be completed in a month. The public will learn its use after opening.
Through Dr. P M Rixey President Roosevelt and the federal government welcome dermatology delegates from Europe, Mexico and South America as the Sixth International Dermatological Congress opens at the Academy of Medicine with 259 members present. Dr James C White of Boston presides.
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