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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1904
Page
2
Lee, Sept. 2. Edward S. Rogers treasurer of the Lee Savings Bank presided in court this morning. Like Judge Phelps he is an associate justice and not a member of the Massachusetts bar. No international moment cases arose. the court’s business was limited to drunks.
Judge Henry C. Phelps of Lee issues a formal apology to Hugh Gurney third secretary at the British Embassy after fining him $25 for speeding and contempt. The court vacated the proceedings and judgment, expressing regret for vexation and any perceived disrespect to a government representative.
Lee September 29 Associate Justice Phelps, who fined Hugh Gurney of the British legation, has become a town hero. Citizens hail him as a martyr to an outdated law, while plans for a welcome home compare him to a town savior. A test survey found broad commendation for his fearless enforcement of the law as understood. Dr D M Wilcox notes automobile owners have sped through streets with impunity.
A Massachusetts woman credits Grape-Nuts with curing long stored indigestion constipation and related ailments after using it daily on an empty stomach. She claims improved digestion and vigor and urges others to adopt the diet. The column also covers a court scene with Judge Phelps and reactions from local residents and officials.
Governor Bates asks the United States State Department to alert the British ambassador about Hugh Gurney the third secretary of the British embassy being found guilty by Judge Phelps of a Berkshire County driving offense. The judge later vacated the judgment and remitted fines, acknowledging jurisdictional error and urging safeguards on immunity so foreign representatives do not endanger local laws and citizens.
A formal statement accompanies a judiciary error claim, with Judge Phelps expressing regret and hoping the explanation serves as a conclusive disavowal of any intention implied by the government action. The tone emphasizes accountability and alignment with judicial propriety.
The statement asserts that international comity suspends or limits local court authority, with John L. Bates respectfully urging deference to foreign tribunals and their jurisdiction.
A special Bricklayers Union meeting is set for next Monday night to act on charges that four members violated union rules and city ordinances by a bricklaying contest. The pairs reportedly competed to lay 1000 bricks with minimal mortar, sparked by a job superintendent. One pair finished in 28 minutes, while another pair beat that record at 24 minutes.
Boston Structural Building Trades Alliance and Holsting and Portable Engineers Union 4 backed endorsements last night noting labels of bakers and tobacco workers. Stone masons Union 9 donated 5 to striking skirt and cloak makers. Five applicants admitted to memorship while five applications received. William Branwhite of Boston elected president of United Goldbeaters National Union at recent convention and chosen to debate for State branch in yan October 10. Iron workers on West Boston bridge returned to work after wage increase demand of 24 cents hourly, accepted though above union scale. some earned 47 percent hourly prior to raise.
The recording shows yesterday's average temperature at Thompson's Spa 60 with a range of readings across several times. The data lists various station readings including 53, 61, 66, and 45 to 65, along with a year ago average of 49.
Official dispatch from Judge Henry C. Phelps of the Lee Police Court explains Hugh Gurney of the British legation was fined $25 for auto searching and contempt after refusing to plead. The court later vacated the judgment and remitted the fines, citing lack of jurisdiction over a diplomat.
Brookline society reports the engagement just announced of Miss Elvira Gay Eglee daughter of Charles H. Eglee a wealthy contractor to Earle Reve Potter a Boston businessman. Miss Eglee is noted for her love of horses and skillful driving.
Leon Strauss, Harvard student, was held in 1000 bond in Cambridge Municipal Court after a Wednesday collision killed Professor Arthur D. Wyman. Wyman’s parents back Strauss’s claim he was driving at a moderate speed. Wyman to be buried at his father’s home, the Russian vice consul.
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