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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1909

Page

12

Harriman Policy Continuity Seen With Key Juncture

New York Sept 13 The Har riman policies in Union Pacific Southern Pacific and allied lines are secured with Robert S Lovett elected head of the executive committee Schiff and William Rockefeller named directors replacing Harriman and H H Rogers The Kuhn Loeb & Co influence resumes in Union Pacific governance and Morgan interests may delay a new representative until October annual vote

New York Harriman Union Pacific Southern Pacific Robert S. Lovett E. H. Harriman Union Pacific Railroad Jacob H. Schiff William Rockefeller Harriman Enterprises Mr. Harriman H. H. Rogers Kuhn, Loeb & Co Wall Street J. P. Morgan & Co Union Pacific Board Kuhn, Loeb-Stan@card Oil’ board

Union Pacific President Vote clouded by Harriman influence

Union Pacific still lacks a president with Harriman occupying the post. The likely successor is L F Loree of the Delaware and Hudson, with proxies favoring Harriman interests for the October 34 stockholders meeting. Judge Lovett, newly seated today, presumed to lead Union Pacific and Southern Pacific directorate, aligning with Harriman plans.

Union Pacific Harriman L. F. Loree Delaware & Hudson Judge Lovett Alexander Millar The Southern Pacific Mr. Harriman

Fire ruins Blanck Transfer building. one dead nine injured

Pittsburg dispatch reports a fire damaged complex where the Blanck Transfer and Storage building collapsed after a recent blaze. One man died, nine others were seriously injured, several suffered cuts and bruises as walls toppled and buried more than a dozen workers in the ruins.

Pittsburg Blanck Transfer and Storage Company

Aldermen Debate City Autos and Courthouse Funds

A heated session reviews city auto costs since 1907 with total spending of 111,448.53 including origin 65,633.13 and maintenance 26,962.51 plus chauffeur wages 12,502.89. Notices seek courthouse funding, stone crushers data, and Horace Mann School support from Susan Gavin's will.

Brand Finance Commission O'Hare L Street Committee On Boston Charlestown Emerson Susan FE. Gavin Horace Mann School

Peerless Fire Delays Ferry Voyage To Tyrian Meeting

A fire broke out in the Peerless hold near North Sydney while preparing to sail for the Tyrian. Officers halted the engines for a hot bearing explanation but flames revealed a real fire, yet the crew contained it. Writers rushed to board Tyrian to reach the Roosevelt with stories ahead of schedule. No major damage reported.

North Sydney C. B Peerless Peary Newfoundland Irvin Lewis North Sydney Pier Roosevelt Straits of Belle Isle

Sutton's Body Exhumed For Inquiry And Reburial

Washington early today James N Sutton's body was exhumed at Arlington National Cemetery after a year and 11 months in a grave. The move, led by his mother, aims to obtain evidence of possible murder by Marine Corps officers and to allow Catholic rites denied at the first death court of inquiry.

Washington Leutenant James N. Sutton Arlington National Cemetery United States Marine Corps

Autopsy Confirms No Breaks In Sutton Son Re Mysterious Death

Mrs. Sutton sought an autopsy to prove a self inflicted shot killed her son arguing for broken ribs and arm. Physicians found no broken bones and stated the 38 caliber bullet likely entered from a distance. Navy surgeon declined comment. Autopsy by Vaughan Taylor Spear—Navy ew witnesses and church rites followed.

Raymond Spear Navy Department Secretary of the Navy

Whiting Club Elects Officers At First Meeting

At the James G. Whiting Club of the North End the first regular meeting of the season elected officers. Charles Leverone was chosen president with Andrew Biggio as secretary and Louis H. Kauter as treasurer.

James G. Whiting North End Charles Leverone Andrew Biggio Louis H. Kauter

For Physical Exhaustion Take Horsford Acid Phosphate

Advertisement copy promoting Horsford acid phosphate as a remedy for physical exhaustion nervousness and impaired digestion. The text emphasizes its use to restore vitality and aid digestion with a clinical tone typical of patent medicine ads.

Horsford

Sued doctor for divorce in Boston libel

Kathryn Ewing of Boston has filed a libel for divorce against Dr. Harry P. Ewing, former Bellevue Hospital surgeon. She accuses him of confirmed intoxication. The suit, filed Aug. 14, is expected this fall. Mrs. Ewing, 35, recently lived on Blackwood Street Back Bay and with her 16 year old daughter in Winthrop. Dr. Ewing, who came from Michigan, disappeared and is believed in New York. He faced an alcohol case in Boston courts, and his lawyer hopes the filing is placed on file, but Judge De Courcey resisted.

Boston New York Chicago Kathryn Ewing Harry P. Ewing Bellevue Hospital Ewing Blackwood Street Back Bay Winthrop John R. McVey Michigan Harvard Rush College Bessemer Mich North End House of Correction de Courcey

Cornell Geologist Tarr Weighs Pole Claims Quietly

Professor R S Tarr of Cornell arrived in Seattle from Alaska and said he credits Peary's report of finding the North Pole in full but would wait for the Cook controversy to be settled before taking a side. He noted familiarity with both explorers and favored caution in commenting.

Shuttle Peary North Pole Cook Pole Dr. Cook R. S. Tarr Cornell University Seattle Alaska

Temps Attacks Peary Over Cook Accusations

Paris dispatch says Temps denounces Commander Peary for broadcast accusations and his grandiloquent stance. It notes Peary’s patriotic claim to take possession of the pole contrasts with his commercial conduct in secur ing the story.

Paris The Temps Peary Dr. Cook United States

Martin defaults on bail in larceny case

Everett F. Martin, 35, of 46 Tremlett Street Roxbury son of the ex mayor and police commissioner faced two continued charges of larceny yesterday but defaulted and left for parts unknown leaving bail bonds totaling 2300 forfeited.

Everett F. Martin Trumlett Street Roxbury

Martin Arrests and Bail in Multi-Case Fraud Charge

Police report Martin was arrested on August 28 by Inspectors Canboy and Pierce on an alleged auto related fraud tied to Edward Clark of 72 Lincoln Street and automobile Toro valued at 525 dollars. He posted 1600 dollars bail on a continuance and faced further charges. On September 10 inspectors Cowboy, Pierce and Robinson charged him with larceny of 500 dollars on August 23 from George F. Newhall of 220 Mill Street via an auto deal. Frederick W. Rodgers, claiming to be an auto dealer, was arrested then as well. Martin appeared in court again and, upon learning of another continued case, was allowed bail of 800 dollars for yesterday. Police say another charge may be added and more may surface. He failed to appear yesterday. the court notified police of the default. Authorities say he has a prior record for obtaining money by fraudulent means. A countrywide search will be made. Deputy Watts will send circulars if not located. Martin claims to be a broker.

Martin Canboy and Pierce Edward’ R. Clark Lincoln Street Cowboy Robinson George F. Newhall Mill Street Frederick W. Rodgers Watts Willl

Robbery Attempt Charged in Downtown Hotel

Special Officers O'Donnell and Flynn of the Hanover street station arrested Michele Milarco of Tremont street Roxbury district last night. They charge him with attempting to rob a waiter in a downtown hotel.

O'Donnell Flynn Hanover Street Michele Milarco Tremont Street Roxbury

Removal Sale Promotes New Store Charge Accounts

The notice urges readers to open a Charge Account now to simplify purchases during the Removal Sale. It states that an established account will increase convenience as the new store proceeds and offers money-saving opportunities for shoppers.

Allan Line to reorganize fleet and management

A Montreal report states Sir Montague Allan announced plans to reorganize the Allan line fleet prior to a major management shift. The possible change hints at a link with the Grand Trunk Pacific.

Allan Line Reorganization Moves Forward after Ownership Shift

Sir Montague outlines a public reorganization plan following the transfer of control from G. and A. Allan of Glasgow to H. and A. Allan of Montreal. He notes ports and winter harbor access will likely remain as before, with Portland highlighted as a strong Atlantic winter port. A July 17 Boston Post despatch claimed a sale to Grand Trunk Pacific, which Bryce J. Allan denied. further company officials were unavailable for comment.

Montague Hugh Andrew England A. Allan Glasgow H. and Montreal Allan Portland Atlantic Boston Post Grand Trunk Pacific Grand Trunk Railway Allan Line of Steamships Bryce J. Allan

Boiler blast at Lurline baths injures dozens in San Francisco

In San Francisco on September 13 a boiler explosion at the Lurline baths injured about ten women and others. Several women were blown from their tubs into the street as the building was wrecked.

San Francisco Lurline Baths

Boiler blast rips through building on Geary Street

A boiler torn from its foundation exploded beneath a building sending steam and smoke through Geary street. People were hurled through walls as Mrs Eliza Eichler and Mrs Joseph Obenshaw Phoite suffered severe injuries and eight others were gravely hurt. The victim died not expected to survive.

Geary Street Eliza Eichler Joseph Obenshaw Phoite Eichler

Sweden Intervenes in Stockholm Labor Dispute

The Swedish government intervenes to settle the clash between the Employers' Union and the Confederation of Labor, which sparked a recent Stockholm general strike. Arbitrators have been appointed to resolve the dispute.

Stockholm Employers’ Union Confederation of Labor

Fire destroys five cottages at Island Park

A blaze in Island Park, Portsmouth, Rhode Island, destroyed five summer cottages early today. Investigators have not yet determined a cause, and no injuries were reported. The cottages were located along the park’s eastern shore and belonged to private residents.

Portsmouth R. I Island Park

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Sadiey Pacific Executive Committee Loree King Pin Clothiers of Sutton Alonzo Ollis St. Augustine Catholic Church Whiting Club Hubby Tarr R.h.stearns & Co Allan Line Grand Trunk Express Montague Allan Frisco Sweden the Sunday Post Post
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