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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1904

Page

5

New Youth Fresh Strength The Kidneys A Vital Link

An advertisement extols Dr Pettingills Kidney-Wort Tablets as a life changing tonic. It asserts kidney health drives overall vitality and cites testimonials from John J Hoag and Francis A Gentry praising energy, debility relief, better appetite and sleep after using the tablets. The copy urges readers to request free advice and try one bottle with a promise of further guidance if needed.

Dr. Pettingill Brooklyn N. Y Francis A. Gentry Bedford Ave Pettingill

Should the American People Sympathize with Russia or Japan

The Post invites readers to argue the question Should the American people sympathize with Russia or Japan with two $5 prizes. Submit a concise, persuasive piece addressed to War Editor of the Post, explaining the stance and supporting reasons. Entries must be original and under 200 words.

Post Russia Japan the Post The

Why We Should Sympathize With Russia, Notes and Opinions

George F. Murphy argues for supporting Russia amid conflicts, suggesting it seeks open ports and bases for trade and military use. He claims Britain and others back Japan as a pawn and says Russia’s development would benefit civilization and moral progress, urging seaport access and faster progress.

Russia Great Britain Japan Standard Oil Company Europe George F. Murphy Monmouth Street East Boston

Sir-Americans urge sympathy for Russia in past favors request

A letter by Edward Malone of 21 Pond Street Jamaica Plain argues Americans should sympathize with Russia to avoid a Mongolian alliance in the east, claim Russia will dominate Asia and push America to dominate the western world, and that support now will be politically and commercially beneficial.

Russia America Edward Malone Pond Street Jamaica Plain

Sunday liquor raid on Garden Street Court

Officers of Division 1 raided the house of Salvatore Riello at 4 Garden Street Court yesterday afternoon and seized five gallons of lager beer one quart of whiskey and one half gallon of wine.

Salvatore Riello Garden Street Court

Sympathy for Japan in the progressive path and commerce

A reader from Phenix Arizona expresses support for Japan, praising its progress over 25 years, its religion, and its focus on commerce rather than conquest. The letter argues Japan deserves success and compares Japanese and American spirits, calling Japan the Yankees of the east.

Japan United States Russia W. W. Hibbard Phenix Ariz

Japanese Rights and Trade Amidst Territorial Dispute

Henry Curbert argues Japan seeks equal rights and fair commercial access in contested regions, opposing Russia’s barriers. He condemns Russian leaders as profligate nobles and urges readers to study Japanese culture as depicted by Sir Edwin Arnold to counter pagan stereotypes.

Japan Russia Siberia Edwin Arnold Asia Henry Curbert Medford Street Somerville

Canvass Planned for Olney in Cambridge Ward 8

Jackson Club reaffirms Olney endorsement for Democratic presidential nominee in Cambridge Ward 8. James F. Quinn denounces a radical candidate effort to disorganize the party. Councilman Downey cites state documents supporting Olney as a true friend of labor.

Olney Cambridge Jackson Club Ward 8 James F. Quinn Downey Richard Olney Labor

Highway Robbery on Merrimac Street Near Haymarket Square

Police responded to cries for help on Merrimac Street near Haymarket square at 1 30 am. George Dequette of Charlestown said he was held up and robbed of six dollars. Officers soon arrested Joseph Conboy aged 19 and John Merrigan aged 26, who were identified by the victim as the assailants.

Fahey Thompson Division 3 Merrimac Street Haymarket Square George Dequette Charlestown Joseph Conboy John Merrigan Dequette

Aged Musician Francisco Povlo Laid To Rest In City Funeral

Francisco Cherigilo Povlo a 70 year old North End music master and composer died at 342 Hanover Street. In 1870 he was made a chevalier by King Victor Emmanuel and received medals from Kings Victor and Humbert for his meritorious works including The Capture of Rome which launched his fame. Thousands attended his funeral procession led by a band of boy musicians trained by Povlo, followed by two more bands and the Society Cattolica di Mutuo.

Francisco Cherigilo Povlo North End Hanover Street Povlo Victor Emmanuel Victor Humbert Pavlo Rome Society Cattolica di Mutuo

Williams Campaign Schedule Notes Boston Speaking Tour

George Fred Williams continues his campaign against Collins, Gaston, Douglas and Thayer with rallies in Holyoke, Springfield and multiple Boston venues from April 8 to 11. Scheduled speakers include Liv erwash California, Williams, Feeney, Moran, Curran, Cadigan, Coulthurst and several councilmen and representatives.

George Fred Williams Collins Gaston Douglas Thayer Holyoke Springfield Boston Spelman Hall Gray’s Hall Court House MD Street Music Hall Lyceum W. F. Murray, Jr Frank K. Foster Harry Lloyd John Barry Jerry Watson D. J. McDonald Conway Hourin Thomas Pheland

Transatlantic Vessels Arrive Amid Busy Harbor Activity

The British steamer Griqua and tramp Holmlea led Atlantic arrivals with swift passages from Calcutta, Colombo, and Trapani. Griqua carried buffalo hides and tea, while Holmlea discharged 2210 tons of salt. Steamer Boston and Dominion also docked with passengers and coal shipments as March sees limited foreign arrivals. The Nebraskan completed a 12 724 nautical mile California to New York voyage on oil fuel, setting a first for Magellan Strait passage and highlighting reduced fuel costs and space efficiency.

J. W. Anderson Bucknall Steamship Company Calcutta Colombo Holmlea John Luke Trapani Atlantic Rock of Gibraltar Boston & Maine Boston Indies Yarmouth Provinces Dominion Louisburg Everett Coke Works Hattie C. Hickman Manhassett Sylvie Nunan Flavilla Nebraskan San Diego Cal New York California Straits of Magellan Pacific

Eagles Elect New Officers at Boston Lodge 10

The Boston Lodge 10 Benevolent Order of Eagles held an annual election and installation at 24 Hayward Place naming Exalted Ruler James H. Walsh and other officers including William H. Crone Daniel F. Lehan Dr. Thomas H. O Connor Timothy H. Buckley John H. Hanley William A. H. Stark James L. Johnston William A. Blossom Joseph W. Zwinge Arthur H. Beal George J. Wilkinson Dr. William H. Clancy and George W. Goodwin.

Boston Lodge 10 Benevolent Order of Eagles Hayward Place James H. Walsh William H. Crone Daniel F. Lehan Thomas H. O’connor Timothy H. Buckley John H. Hanley William A. H. Stark Grand Lodge James L. Johnston William A. Blossom Joseph W. Zwinge Ryler Walsh Arthur H. Beal Esquire George J. Wilkinson William H. Clancy George W. Goodwin

Scientist to lead Peruvian hydrology branch

Dr George S Adams of the United States Geological Survey will depart for Peru in April to organize a branch near Lima for developing hydrologic and hydrographic work as part of the government service.

George S. Adams United States Geological Survey Peru Lima H. H. Asquith K. C Great Britain

Veteran at Chelsea Soldiers' Home Faces Trespass Charge

Robert Loudon a Civil War veteran about 70 says he refused to scrub floors as ordered and was discharged. He was arrested for trespass in Chelsea Police Court, bail posted, case continued until next Wednesday, with local Grand Army aid for his defense.

Chelsea Robert Loudon Loudon Grand Army Boston

Freight wreck kills over 100 cattle in New Brunswick

St John New Brunswick April 3 more than 100 cattle bound for Europe were killed in a freight wreck on the Intercolonial railroad near here today eight cars were demolished none of the crew injured

ST. John N. B Europe Intercolonial

Compass Pointed South in Antarctic Expedition

Daily Mail correspondent reports Captain R F Scott of the Discovery recalls that after crossing the 80th degree line the compass first pointed the wrong way for the first time in world history during the expedition to Antarctica.

London The Daily Mail Christ Church New Zealand R. F. Scott R. N Royal Geographical Society

Shipping News April 4 Miniature Almanac Highlights Arrivals

Shipping notices list arrivals of steamer Griqua and several British and Boston bound vessels with cargoes and passengers to various firms including A C Lombard's Sons and J F Masters. The report also notes sailings, tides, and wind conditions for Chatham and Highland Light as small navigational items.

Griqua Anderson Calcutta Colom Gibraltar A. C. Lombard Holmien Locke Trapani Boston Stanwood Yarmouth J. F. Masters St. Croix Thompson St. John N. B C.E. Laechler Dominion Dawson Louisburg C. B C. C. Marvel Seminole States Jacksonville Charleston S. C William P. Clyde & Co Howard Storm Wing New York Edgewater Riverside Martha P. Small James Pierce Chatham Maccanaw Lexington Cheektowaga George A. McFadden Horatio L. Baker Helen Thomas Thomas W. Lawson Highland Light Freida Gloucester Mass

Lulu Glaser Career Spotlight at Globe Theatre Dolly Varden

Lulu Glaser rises from chorus to star after substituting for Marie Jansen in The Merry Monarch at the Globe Theatre. Her sudden debut, repeated understudy role, and rapid fame mark a notable ascent in Francis Wilson's company. She later became a leading woman and a recognized attraction in American theatre.

Lulu Glaser Globe Theatre Dolly Varden Francis Wilson Wilson Marie Jansen Merry Monarch Miss Jansen New York Miss Glaser

Handel and Haydn Society Closes 83rd Season at Symphony Hall

The Handel and Haydn Society’s final concert of its 83rd season was held last evening at Symphony Hall. Emil Mollenhauer conducted the program featuring Gounod’s Gallia and Parker’s Hora Novissima. Soloists were Mrs Kileski Bradbury soprano Janet Spencer alto Glenn Hall tenor and David Bispham bass with organist H G Tucker and an orchestra of Symphony players.

Handel and Haydn Society Symphony Hall Gounod H. W. Parker Emil Mollenhauer

Mass Meeting Boosts Women’s Tailors Union 36

Three hundred men and 100 women attended a mass meeting of Ladies' Tailors and Dressmakers' Union 36 at Wells Memorial building. Albert Gordon, J. Goldstein and A. A. Bronstein spoke. President Engel presided and many women joined.

Building Laborers’ Union 155 Union 15 The International District Council Wells Memorial Building Union 36 Albert Gordon J. Goldstein A. A. Bronstein Engel Frank Keenan East Boston Union 873 Bakers’ Unions Boston Waltham Turn Hall Middlesex Street Painters’ District Council Malden Medford Expressmen’s Union 307 Frank T. A. Moynihan Margaret Deddy Amalgamated Coal Teamsters’ Union 68 Bakers’ Union 4 Eliot Street Boston Railroad Union Washington Street Water Works Employees’ Union Frank S. Pickett Longshoremen’s Union State House Engineers’ Hall East T. J. Dolan Chicago James Dunlap Philip Huowlington

Frank M Kervey and Wife Celebrate Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Frank A McKervey of 55 Newland Street observed the fifth anniversary of their wedding last evening from 7 to 10 at home. They received many gifts and well wishes from friends. The event featured decorations, a collation, and a concert by local musicians including members of the Symphony Orchestra. A $250 gift from Mr and Mrs William A Davis was highlighted. James Fossa delivered the presentation address.

Frank A. McKervey Newland Street South End Herbert Hunts Heindle Symphony Orchestra Joseph Murray James Fossa Andy Leonard Ethel Mills Z. K. Wilcox Frank H. Shannon Cora Schaedle Charles Merrill F. A. McKelvey Richard J. English Frank McKelvey William A. Davis

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