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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1905
Page
2
A pharmacist offers Dr Shoop's Rheumatic Remedy with a no risk free trial. He explains rheumatism as blood poison removal and toxin formation stopping measures, claiming twenty years of testing and a German chemical component. Readers are urged to write for a free dollar package and a complimentary book.
Governor Douglas laments a link between higher living costs and spikes in insanity and crime. He cites insufficient food fuel and clothing as harming health and morals, noting alcohol as a major factor among men. The speech, delivered in Springfield, addresses widowed women and distressed families.
David P. Muzzey reports that the Overseers of the Poor see increases in insanity paupers and criminals tied to liquor. He argues population growth accounts for the rise, rejects high living costs, and says Cambridge residents obtain liquor in Boston and bring it home despite the city’s prohibition.
A column features Alonzo Weed and E. M. Fowle debating crime and insanity in Newton. Weed claims Newton is nearly crime free, while Fowle attributes insanity to heredity and crime to environment, ignorance, and ruin.
City almoner Henry M. Hartshorn argues in Malden that high cost of living is not the main cause of rising insanity. He cites a roughly ten percent increase over five years but attributes most cases to fast living among the population.
A fragment quotes a speaker suggesting crime stems from poverty and questions how to address insanity with uncertain answers. The brief text cites Chelsea and comments on economic need and mental health.
A 24 year city almoner and Overseers of the Poor member declares most insanity cases are dipso maniacs. He states liquor causes mental breakdowns and urges stricter temperance measures in Everett.
William P. Fowler of Boston’s Overseers of the Poor rejects Governor Douglas’s claim that rising living costs drive more insanity and crime. He asserts no overall wage rise and argues that the increase stems from southern foreigners, especially implying climate and ethnicity, a view he says misreads the poor of Boston.
Anna Valentina, convicted of killing Rosa Salza in Lodi New Jersey, was resentenced by Judge Garretson in Hackensack to be hanged on May 12. Her attorneys plan further appeals to the Board of Pardons or the U.S. Supreme Court over alleged constitutional rights violation.
Frank McLaughlin of 149 Bridge Street East Cambridge drank a bottle believed to be tonic at Daniel Hurley’s Bridge Street tonic shop. He took a large dose of potash, grew faint and unconscious, but was sent home for antidotes and is expected to recover.
The Noble's Club of Harvard University held its third annual dinner at the Copley Square Hotel with 65 members attending. President William Minot presided as speakers included B L Young The School G G Ball The Incoming Class John Parkinson Football and Robert Winsor School Spirit.
Thomas McCormick of South Boston leads a group seeking a $20 million inheritance from Martin McCormick who moved to Australia and died intestate. He and his sister and brother claim kinship through scattered records as 22 descendants, with brothers abroad sending proofs to Australia. He vows to pursue the fortune despite rival claims and cautions against fighting over the deceased’s money.
Tyngsboro April 4 Miss Harriet B Whittaker a Wellesley College graduate said she harbors no anger toward her cousin Mr Bancroft after he defeated her for the School Board at yesterday's town election. She congratulated him and spoke of their distant cousin relationship.
Final tally shows Bancroft 48 to 33 against Whittaker with 80 votes cast. The school committee race drew strong female interest and produced the two elected members in three year terms, with Brown and Harlow receiving 65 and 69 votes respectively.
Advert says these whiskies aim to lift health and strength with judicious doses. Describes them as well aged pure and medicinal and sold by licensed dealers. Proprietors' firm name appears on the label and over the cork with sealed bottles only.
Five hemstitchers at the Massall lace curtain factory in Westboro walked out demanding $5 a week, citing peers earning $6 and $7 and previous raises. Boss Hassall refused, noting $4 as fair and that workers in Boston did the same work for $3.50.
Dr Greene of 34 Temple Place Boston offers letter correspondence treatment for nervous and chronic diseases. He explains symptoms in detail and prescribes steps to cure, with free advice at his office and free distant counsel by letter. Thousands cured by this system and his Nervura remedy.
A Boston era advertisement offers ten hundred dollars for evidence that Osmo-Chemic paid for favorable statements about its eye ear nose throat and deep seated disease remedies. It touts twenty years practice and perfected X ray trial treatment free before April 15 and claims no experiments and no failures.
A Boston area warning urges starting Osmo-Chemic treatment by April 15 at room 10, 18 Boylaston st. The letters cite cures for stomach catarrh, ovarian congestion, goitre, chronic gastritis, skin and lung ailments, deafness, and spinal neuritis, praising the physicians and their X-Ray aided methods.
Waltham reports a fad where boys collect cardboard caps from glass milk jars. Caps are removed from jars on doorsteps and traded among peers, leading to disturbances and dirt concerns. Medical inspectors urge burning current caps to prevent disease spread.
Morris Murch and Butler at 97 Summer Street promote a seasonal drive to refresh homes with Arts and Crafts design. They highlight Morris rockers in oak with Spanish leather, large second floor display, a third floor dining collection, and new bedding and wire grass furniture suited for home, office, club, porch, or lawn.
The New England Shoe and Leather Association reported additional Brockton relief gifts yesterday. Commonwealth Leather and related firms contributed 200 dollars more, with several named supporters including Millett Woodbury and Co and Andrews and Co assisting the Brockton fund.
General Nelson A Miles urged a bright American future praising freedom of speech and wisdom in citizens. Ex Governor Bates lauded Miles experience and resilience while Miss Lucy Page Gaston urged women to have a say for improvement.
An inquest into the death of Mrs Susie A Fuller, whose bruised body was found at 30 Ireson Street on March 17, was held by Judge Fisk. Seth K Whittier, her former husband, is under arrest. Medical Examiner Pinkham testified death likely resulted from violence. Assistant District Attorney Attwill plans a continuance request tomorrow.
The Osmo- Chemie Physicians claim success comes from careful examination with X Ray and other instruments that determine the cause of illness. They offer a free diagnosis if treatment begins before April 15 1905.
Advertisement records show Medicine Incorporated challenging L Plunkett M D as chief consulting physician. Permanent offices listed at Boylston Building Boston with daily hours 9 to 12 and 2 to 6 and 8 p m except Sunday.
Gloucester residents buzz over the April 1 marriage of Edith Jeffery dancing teacher and Wilmarth Merrill a Boston electrician. Merrill a former pupil at Jefferys dancing class they met there. The couple plan to reside in Somerville with relatives noting the match.
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