21 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1907
Page
1
In his own town Bartlett claims he is leading as Whitney and Bartlett contend delegates chosen last night total 847 424 954 300. The record lists numbers for the claimants Williams defeated in his bid and the party convention delegate totals to sit on October 5.
Jonas Bemis of Charlton, vice-president of the Milk Producers' Union, says Moran will have his hands full if he interferes further, claiming the district attorney overstepped his rights and will face consequences.
Esther L. Blomquist and Howard Bushway, both of Cambridge, secretly wed in Providence early yesterday. The groom, a prospective Harvard student and son of ice dealer H. S. Bushway, faced parental opposition and planned a private ceremony before finishing college. The bride is Oscar Blomquist's daughter. the union surprised both families as the couple had kept the plans hidden from relatives.
The second session of the Superior Criminal Court heard the Kane case alleging prison mistreatment by Deer Island officers. A sealed verdict for Lorenzo Perkins, ex deputy master, found him not guilty on the Lang assault charge. The court then moved to charges against ex Deputy Perkins and Officer Pray for assaulting Kane by hanging and beating him.
Armed guards ring the Apostolic Palace and Vatican as Rome marks the 37th anniversary of Italian troops entry. Parades feature Garibaldi veterans wreathing Vittorio Emanuele II and Humbert, while anti clerical banners appear in a popular march. Police seize anti monarchist leaflets ahead of municipal elections.
District Attorney John B Moran met with the Finance Commission and began a personal probe into city coal contracts. With an expected grand jury presentation, Moran said future cooperation is assured and he examined contracts at City Hall and the auditor’s office for evidence.
Forecast calls for fair weather in Boston and vicinity through Saturday and Sunday with cooler nights. Eastern New York and New England expect light west winds and continued fair conditions on both days.
Indians win Pilgrim Cup game 4 to 1. Dorchester High faces Medford in first schoolboy game today. Lou Criger breaks a finger likely ending season. Foresters plan postponed athletic meet Rye favored to win Gravesend feature.
The Democratic caucuses reach the end of the first chapter in 22 of 33 cities and 317 of 321 towns. Whitney leads cities by about two to one and has the best showing in towns. Delegates pledged favor Whitney, with supporters predicting a sweep of both pledged and unpledged delegates statewide.
The article details ward caucus results showing Whitney leading in Worcester New Bedford Taunton and Fall River while Bartlett trails in Lynn. Delegates pledged and unpledged shift, with Worcester seen as Whitney stronghold and tensions rising over credentials distribution before Tuesday’s primary vote across cities like Boston Cambridge and Quincy.
BAR HARBOR Me Sept 20 The body of Augusta Andersen a Swedish woman employed in the Rawle family at Stone Acres Northeast Harbor was found today under a wharf near the Rawle residence. She left last evening and did not return Police favor foul play over suicide as a likely cause though a self inflicted death is not ruled out.
Vice-President Bemis declares no compromise over 40 cents per can demanded by the Boston Co operative Milk Producers Union. He cites farmer rights and cites public support in Barre Hardwick and Worcester county as growers insist on a fair price, while others echo the demand and criticize the milk trust.
In Cornwall Vermont on September 20, a flurry of sizable snowflakes signals an early cold snap. Residents are urged to prepare warm clothing and footwear as autumn weather arrives.
New York reports a $4 million estate of Bay Ridge physician Dr A Warner Shepard. Contenders include his widow Mrs Shepard and two women, Anna Kessler and an unnamed “affinity.” Dr Shepard died September 8 from a morphine overdose. Luther Shepard of Boston may also claim shares as the deceased’s brother.
In St. Petersburg on September 28 ratifications of the Anglo Russian agreement will be exchanged. The note says Russia recognizes Britain's predominant influence in Afghanistan.
Frank Hurley, serving four years on the island, and a 17-year-old ally who backed down due to the cold water, faced separate solitary terms nearby. Hurley reportedly heard a call to pull the escapee up by the wrists as the case closed for the government. Defense counsel Lougee argued officers disciplined Jane but exceeded duty, noting the man had been released from hospital and implying the hospital transfer was unnecessary.
Miss Elizabeth Cusick, 19, of 84 Upland Street Brookline lies at City Hospital as police investigate a Wednesday night accident in front of St Joseph's Church Jamaica Plain. Eyewitnesses conflict with claims by fire department that no blame attaches to District Fire Chief Mulligan and his wagon.
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