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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1905
Page
5
A diver was deployed to scour the Winthrop Channel bottom near the Winthrop Yacht Club for a second suitcase believed linked to the Winthrop tragedy. John Donovan, wearing a diving suit, worked three hours with police and state officials observing as the search resumed at 8:30 this morning.
Diver Donovan recounts his underwater search near the clubhouse. He describes a muddy but visible bottom and notes the channel has seen about 106 trips and 8 yards of bottom swept without finding the suitcase. He claims nothing down there could have escaped observation.
Chief Watts explains diving work at Cottage Park as start of a broad channel search. Police suspect a second suitcase drifted toward Winthrop Yacht Club where a similar case was found. They plan to sweep the harbor, using tides and currents to guide the effort. He notes the owner bought a dress suit case in Boston last Thursday, and both cases were empty when seen. No arrests forecast or confirmations given.
A Missouri woman narrates severe stomach trouble from poor diet. After trying Grapée-Nuts she reports immediate digestion improvement, relief from heartburn and gas, weight gain from 98 to 116 pounds, restored strength, and renewed ability to do housework. Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan endorses a ten day trial.
A New York dispatch alleges a Harvard medical school doctor connected to the Winthrop mystery, claiming the physician died in a New Hampshire accident. Friends deny the insinuation as monstrous and highly improbable, deeming it unworthy of attention.
John R Heyward of 305 Dudley street Roxbury proposes using a water telescope to locate missing limbs in Winthrop harbor rather than grappling irons. He notes the device is established in Europe and is highly effective in shallow waters for revealing the harbor bottom and allowing items to be turned and examined.
Asa P. Capen, a Boston letter carrier, explains his limited involvement after reporting a bundle of blood-stained undergarments found Monday night at Cottage Park. He describes simply seeing the package on Somerset Street and notifying police, leaving the rest to investigators.
A local resident recounts finding a bundle near the shore and reflects on the case that harmed an unnamed woman. He fears for loved ones and urges justice, while hoping the inquiry does not reach Winthrop.
Chief William A. McNeil and four officers searched the Winthrop shore from Cottage Farms to the yacht clubhouse beginning at 4 30 in the morning. The patrol uncovered several pieces of evidence as part of ongoing efforts for new developments.
A short note lists 25 pairs priced at 4 1/2 dollars per pair. The line indicates a sale or inventory tag with the per pair rate. No additional context provided.
A fragment list showcases coffee blends HESCO and TEA items, baked powders, marmalades, pickles, and cereals. It mentions Battle Creek Sanitarium foods and assorted staples with odd pricing like 1 lb and 5 lb canisters, self raising flour and rolled oats.
Police identify a torn handkerchief amid fabric fragments washed ashore as part of the victim’s belongings. A long blonde hair woven with shreds strengthens the link, according to Chief McNeil, to the bundle connected with the tragedy.
The third typhoid death in Waltham occurred today as Frank C. Smith of Adams Street died. His wife remains ill at home. Earlier, Leroy Hopkins from Waltham High School died Sunday night and was buried this afternoon at Immanuel Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Greene officiating.
Mrs. Hannah McGuinnness aged 90 was struck while crossing North Beacon street at Wickford street by a trolley bound Wa tertown and Waltham car. She was thrown about 12 feet and found unconscious. later treated at her Wickford street home for a sprained ankle and internal injuries.
The 334th annual American Public Health Association meeting opened at Association Hall with leaders from the United States Canada Cuba and Mexico attending. Dr F F Westbrook presided as papers on sewage disposal were discussed and the shellfish pollution issue dominated the afternoon. Dr George A Soper argued that typhoid fever may be caused by oysters and shellfish grown in polluted water. The milk topic was also examined from a similar standpoint.
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