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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1900
Page
4
An advertisement asserts Radam’s Microbe Killer prevents sickness by strengthening the immune system and cures disease by destroying microbes. It claims thirteen years of success showing all diseases originate from germs found in air water food money clothing and bodies. The copy states the product safely destroys germs of all diseases if used in time and in adequate quantity.
D H Bearse of 1664 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge reports using Microbe Killer for rheumatism with positive results. He says the product cured his condition, recommends it as a remedy and preventive, and notes the price is ten dollars per packet.
An anxious report from Boston about J Gilraine of the District Telegraph Co who suffered nervous exhaustion and pulmonary illness. After costly consultations and hospital trials he credits the Microbe Filter with notable relief and improvement over prior medical attention.
R H Dolliver Complainant and town figures named as witnesses after a warrant issued for George A Lancaster on allegedly libellous circular opposing the school house building committee. Lancaster, arrested last night by Revere police, to be arraigned in Chelsea Police Court before Judge Albert D Bosson.
Milford April 2. Downing Bros. announced a settlement with the Granite Cutters Union granting the hours and cent minimum wage rate. Raven Bros. have not yet settled, but are hopeful a settlement will end the strike soon.
An advertisement argues all disease is decay and fermentation caused by microbes. It credits Prof Radam and claims his Radam’s Microbe Killer destroys the cause, entering the stomach and bloodstream to purify organs and restore health. It promises universal efficacy across illnesses from consumption to throat diseases.
A sensational claim asserts Radam’s device kills all microbes and cures all diseases. Experts caution that no independent testing confirms universal cure, urging rigorous trials before medical endorsement.
Alderman Tinkham argued loudly after adjournment that immediate action on the appropriation bill was essential to prevent departmental suspensions. The council debated references and committee actions over police salaries and hospital funding, ending with a referral vote and sharp exchanges.
Fragmentary medical account describing severe stomach pain and diarrhea after eating beef juice. The subject mentions cramps, vomiting relief from a friend’s remedy, and lingering illness with difficulty keeping food down. Narrative tone reflects personal suffering and uncertainty about illness.
A testimonial from Mrs. GO of Allston Massachusetts describes dramatic eczema relief after using Radam’s Microbe Hiller. She says years of scratching and poor responses to doctors or patent medicines improved, and invites readers to visit for books samples and free examinations.
George Miles of Hyde Park Massachusetts says fifteen years of nervous dyspepsia left him 111 pounds until Ha dam’s Microbe Killer eased his symptoms. He gained over 20 pounds and now enjoys solid health, shocking friends. Indigestion and catarrh claim another success for the remedy, as W H Newton of Mibroteboro Vermont reports improved digestion and health for his neighbors.
An advertisement claims no cerams in pure blood and that impurity causes headaches dizziness and rheumatic diseases. It touts the Microbe Killer as a universal remedy that removes disease germs from blood lungs and other organs to restore health and vitality.
Mrs Dr F Pierce of Boston describes a remarkable cancer cure after all hope was abandoned. A woman in Wal tham Mass had a cancer on her foot that progressed to a black putrid leg. Physicians urged leg amputation but the Microbe Killer treatment led to her recovery, declared astonishing by those who knew the case.
A Boston teacher’s remedy, No. SAS Seed signals, cured a boy after long illness. Father reports no return of trouble since using the product.
Fragmentary text appears to discuss personal opinions on a product or experience with praise and eye-related remarks. Specific names, dates, or clear events are not readable to identify a factual news item.
Boston University law seniors clash with Professor Homer Albers over a supposedly unfair Practice and Pleading exam. A five member committee met Dean Bennett to seek resolution while students threaten continued protest. Dean Bennett offered to adjust marks if the issue was inadvertent, but warned harsher intent would be serious.
The Eastern League at the Fifth Avenue Hotel declined the NL circuit committee proposal regarding Baltimore and Washington franchises. Neither city will join the Eastern League unless a markedly better bid arrives within forty eight hours.
The Automobile Club of America hosted a dinner at the Waldorf Astoria in New York for Major General Nelson A. Miles and a highway commission. The committee proposed a route roughly along the fortieth parallel from Boston to Seattle with branches to Portland and Los Angeles, urging public support and congressional surveys funded by one third from Congress, one third from states, and one third from local governments.
Worcester April 2 The Hon Theodore Bates tonight announced his candidacy for the action Congress from the district. The announcement signals Bates's bid amid local political activity with Bates seeking support from area voters.
A Charlestown mass meeting of Navy Yard employees at 60 Bunker Hill Street urged Congress to pass a resolution asking the Navy to place one or more new cruisers or goats built at Charlestown Navy Yard. Senator Corbett presided with lawmakers Sullivan Shaw Fitz Gerald and others speaking.
King wins Utah congressional race by about 2000 votes. In Salt Lake City his margin was 14 and statewide results from over half the state show a clear King majority. Both candidates are Mormons.
Boston mining engineer R A M Whitney has begun court proceedings in Halifax against the Jubilee Gold Mine owners near Windsor for breach of contract. Whitney alleges a Boston meeting established terms of sale but transfer was not completed by the Nova Scotia company.
A man believed to be Walter B Powers, son of Mrs Phrophonia K Powers of 128 West Concord Street, was found in the Wellesley River last night. He appeared to have been in the water for two or three days with letters bearing his Boston address in his pocket.
A Providence rally held by Rhode Island Democrats failed to attract supporters with crowds never exceeding a small fraction of capacity. Boston figure Thomas J. Gargan attended but was largely ignored as the event unfolded amid a cheerless atmosphere.
April 2 report from South Hansen states Rev Charles L Bates resigned as pastor of the Congrega tional Church amid rumors of a scandal. He left town with personal effects as Rev Reed, a Baptist minister, filled the pulpit temporarily and parish officials prepare for next meeting.
A public hearing was held in City Hall on proposed revisions by a special committee. The questions included appointing city engineer electrician and street superintendent from union residents and electing two Aldermen per ward and not requiring the Mayor at school meetings. The committee took no action.
Tur and B Jones arrived at Machias reporting the schooner Irene of St John New Brunswick a ninety ton cargo lumber bound for Boston went ashore on Seal Cove Squall. The crew were taken to Island? Hasbo. The vessel suffered water intrusion and remains grounded after the mishap.
A garbled OCR fragment references names and phrases with uncertain meaning. It includes scattered words like De Blaso and ResGompont but lacks clear context, dates, places, or actions.
The article profiles a German healer who claimed to cure disease by killing microbes with a medicinal gas absorbed into water. He dubbed the remedy “gas water” and later “Microbe Erner,” claiming it could treat consumption and other illnesses. His methods attracted patients from the United States, Canada, Europe, and Italy, spurring a company to distribute the preparation.
Republicans celebrate a decisive win as Colonel Fleischmann defeats Cohen for mayor amid a strong GOP showing. Two million voters supported the victors in a high turnout contest.
April 2 Cincinnati Republicans crush Fusionists winning the city officers for three years. Hanna allies Julius Fleischmann defeats Fusion nominee Alfred M. Cohen by a wide plurality. Fleischmann, a millionaire, served with Governor McKinley and is a close Hanna ally. Six arrests for illegal voting reported.
Mr Carey of Haverhill defeated the adverse report of a railroad committee yesterday, securing a redress against abolition efforts and tilting the balance in a contentious local dispute. The decision followed intense debate and marks a notable victory for Carey in the community.
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