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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1909
Page
4
In Providence on Sept 19 an exciting runaway crash saw Mrs Samuel Waldman save her two small children by dropping them to the ground from the rear of the carriage. She jumped out and fell on her head, suffering a serious injury and remaining unconscious for nearly five hours.
Samuel Waldman of 327 Blackstone Street and his wife Jennie, aged 87, rode a surrey with children Edmund 4 and Mildred in Dexter Street when an electric car frightened the horse. Mrs Waldman jumped and fell. The horse ran away, Waldman held the reins and was dragged. Mrs Waldman suffered a concussion and facial injuries, but both were later taken home.
The Revere Beach season closed last night as amusements hotels and restaurants along the boulevard shuttered for the off season. Attendance dropped to about 25,000 on the Sunday, the smallest figure of the year, with many visitors leaving early.
As the Ward 7 House contest nears its close, former Representative John Quinn draws strong local support from old friends and younger voters alike. Friends gathered at the Bachelors' Club praised his long service and predicted a landslide return to the House next January.
Mrs. Norman L. White, wife of Representative White of Brookline, told Mrs. Bourgeois to bury the boy well and they would handle the trouble after the funeral. The White car fatally struck 7 year old John Howard Bourgeois on Hunt Street. Bourgeois, a second grader at Adams Street School, died yesterday. funeral planned Tuesday afternoon.
Rochester Minn Sept 19 Gover nor Johnson's condition which showed some improvement early today remained stationary this evening He is in critical condition with restless spells pulse 102 temperature 100 4 and fast breathing Nourishment limited to carbonated water two quarts today as his abdomen stays distended yet pain is less severe than before
Two arson attempts struck the Antonio De Vito residence at 46 Wewis Street last night forcing about 20 families from their sleep. The basements and storefront area were targeted at 10 p.m. and 12:25 a.m. with an estimated $200 in damage. The State fire marshal and Station 1 police will investigate, as prior fires at other De Vito properties are noted.
A fire at George H. Ellis's Walwinnet Farm in West Newton was likely started by a incendiary in the wagon shed. The blaze reached the barn and outbuildings, destroying wagons and hay sheds while 215 cows and 20 to 80 horses were rescued with difficulty. loss estimated at $4000. Ellis supplies milk to hundreds of Newton families.
In Amesbury on September 19 Joseph Louski was stabbed 13 times last night and Joan Paski was arrested on charges of the stabbing.
Miss Helen Frick daughter of Henry Clay Frick 18 entertained about 100 working girls from Boston Lowell Lynn and Lawrence on her Stillman Farm estate East Wenham Sept 19 The luncheon was served on the grass with badges for each attendee followed by games and running races as society women watched from the Green.
North Adams police say two men have cleared a murder mystery after Giovanni Cannaizzo was found dead beside the Boston and Maine tracks. Antonio Scolli aged 18 of Pittsfield and Vincenzo Jeannello aged 25 of North Adams were captured in Cheshire while walking near the Berkshire street railway.
Piouffe said he will not have an attorney at tomorrow's hearing and will tell his story to the judge. Police expect to prove Lapointe drove to the scene, with evidence from a strawboard box tied to the murder, and to compare finger impressions from the box. They found Plouffe's missing wallet and items, 46 cart ridges, and $285.23, plus evidence of heavy savings and an insurance payment.
A German newspaper for rheumatic sufferers discusses a kidney disease remedy claimed to ease rheumatism. The formula blends Buchu extract, Balmwort, and sarsaparilla syrup in a bottle, dosed after meals and at night, with a local druggist endorsing its value for rheumatic and kidney patients.
The 11 fares of fish arriving at T wharf include the schooner Agnes under Captain Ernest Eystrom from LaHave Bank with 26,000 pounds halibut 10,000 hake 10,000 cask 10,000 salted cod. The Valentinna sails last trip with 26 swordfish, crews sharing $310 each since June. Rose Standish holds a slim lead in the swordfishing fleet race as total fleet receipts hit 71,900 pounds of mixed fish including haddock cod hake pollock and more. The Gudrun from Galway, under Captain K Skaar, docked after 25 days en route to load 1,800,000 feet lumber for Argentina, with unload and drydock planned. Vacationists return by Prince Arthur 675 aboard and Calvin Austin 702 aboard. Investigations into the Laurentian stranding likely next week. Big liners Devonian and Manitou expected with 113 and 110 passengers. Coasting schooner Albert Pharo sold to George A. Gilchrist and future Coasting Fleet expansion by Gilbert Transportation with Howard A. Hunt and Carrie A. Norton purchases.
Democratic nomination candidate Lawrence H. Sullivan drew large crowds and enthusiastic demonstrations at five rallies in Charlestown, South Boston, Roxbury, and East Boston. Local leaders James Connolly William Heyes and Martin Higgins praised his long Democratic service. He planned further stops at Institute Hall East Cambridge Roughan Hall Charlestown and open air rally near Mt. Vernon and Dorchester avenues.
Amos De Vito believes incendiarism caused a blaze at his home on 46 Lewis Street last night around 10 o clock. Previous fires in rental houses owned by his parents in the past year are noted. Damage from the fire is estimated at about 100 dollars.
The Rev. William A. Knight of the Brighton Congregational Church may resign if his political beliefs offend parishioners. In a circular letter he says he has done his duty and would sacrifice his pastorate to save Brighton from devastating powers. The letter, published locally, sparked great excitement and Knight’s political courage is noted.
Alfred Farlow of Boston answers Mrs Gilbert’s criticisms of Christian Science. He defends the church against graft claims, disputes Eddy leadership, and asserts Christian Science teaches God as the true power. He argues revisions in Science and Health offer value and that membership decides on marriage issues himself.
Shipping news item lists arrivals at ports with steamers and schooners from multiple UK and US ports, including Calvin Austin Pike St John N B Prince Arthur and more, with ballast reports and weather notes. Also notes sailings of Prince George Yale Everett and two light five masted schooners near Boston.
A taxi surged into a sidewalk crowd near Scollay Square injuring four including Sophie McGivern who was trapped under the forward axle and later taken home. Operator Samuel Sperlush was braking in Louis Arronson when a large car swerved, forcing a sharp turn and sending the cab into a building. No fatalities reported.
Rockland Maine woman Mrs Wiltyna recounts long back and side pains then relief after three bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Ad touts root and herb remedy as safe cure and urges women to seek root cause treatment with testimonials confirmed for genuineness.
A heavy crossing gate fell on an inward bound North Cambridge trolley at the Grand Junction crossing of the Boston and Albany near Harvard Bridge. It shattered every window as the car ran under the gate after a freight passed. Several passengers were cut by flying glass but all reached a following car and continued.
Ar menian workers in Boston held a mass meeting at Phenix Hall to boost union involvement. About 150 attendees heard English and Armenian addresses from notable labor figures. Delegates discussed exhibits, strikes, and affiliations with national bodies, while prize donations and forthcoming meetings were announced.
Mrs Margaret Knapp of Detroit testifies that after a severe bronchitis attack and a four week bed rest her recovery came after using Father John’s Medicine. Her son Elmer, age 14, also recovered from a cold and cough after taking it, with appetite improving. She endorses it as nourishing and free of nerve-deadening drugs and stimulants.
A 1907 testimonial from Lacon Illinois praises Eckmans Alterative for weak or frail individuals and claims remarkable cures for asthma bronchitis and consumptive patients. The affiant Anna Mae McEntee notes seventeen years of illness and credits parish guidance and the remedy. Advertises availability at Riker Jayne drug stores and Sickman Manufacturing Co Philadelphia with a booklet on cured cases.
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