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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1917
Page
10
Eferdert BH Hall aged 67 of 27 Franklin street Watertown collapsed in front of the Custom House yesterday noon and died en route to the relief station in a police ambulance. Medical Examiner McGrath ruled death due to natural causes.
Wartime era advertorial urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle cleansing remedy for fevers, irritability, stomach issues, and constipation in babies and children. It promises quick relief, appealing flavor, and directs to ask druggist for a 50 cent bottle with genuine maker.
A vast crowd gathered on Boston Common to witness the flag raise as Old Glory fluttered from the staff amid singing of The Star Spangled Banner. Governor McCall and Mayor Curley spoke from a platform before a packed hillside and crowds along the monument, ropes, and trees as thousands waved small American flags. Army uniforms and recruiting activity punctuated the throng before the 12:30 pm ceremony.
In Cleveland Ohio a woman years of pain and fainting found relief after hospital treatment and trial of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound She urges others to try a bottle before returning home and thanks Drs and nurses. Mrs W C Brown Cleveland Ohio urges readers to seek relief at local drug stores.
Advertisement from 1898 promoting Dr Kilmer Swamp Root kidney liver and bladder remedy. Claims high customer praise and urges sending 10 cents for a sample bottle plus informational booklet. Mentions Boston Daily Post and offers 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes with a nearly illegible price note.
The event featured Gilchrist employees with a "Ready to Defend the Flag" banner, the Jordan Marsh Rifle Company parade, and a long line from the New England Shoe and Leather Trades. Mayor Curley, Governor McCall, and military officials spoke as the flag rose, with Grace Hamlin singing the national anthem amid a sea of flags and cheers.
Santiago reports Colonel Rafael Mandaley former Governor of Oriente Province and Liberal party leader surrendered with 500 followers to Guantanamo authorities. Regular forces in the Guantanamo district also surrendered and 300 more troops including several officers laid down arms.
Last night special officers were sworn in to serve without pay and will be used to protect the town. They will operate under town authority and support local police in guarding the community.
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