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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1897
Page
5
An 19th century advertisement touts broad homeopathy with Munyon's remedies claiming easy self treatment. The copy presents labels urging readers that anybody can doctor and cure themselves using the listed products and remedies.
A promotional pitch extols Munyon's Improved Homeopathic system and Electric Machine promising free expert advice and cures for headaches, colds, asthma, rheumatism, digestive issues, insomnia, and more. It claims rapid relief and urges readers not to pay big doctor bills, asserting affordable cures at home.
Munyon's remedies are presented as superior to regular homeopathy and claim instant, permanent cures across diseases. Each disease has a separate cure and vials cost mostly 25 cents sold by druggists. The institution invites all readers to a free thorough medical exam with no obligation to buy.
Station 11 officers in Dorchester arrested William Caguin, 19, after a string of break-ins reported by residents. Mrs. Caroline Jensen at 23 Sawyer Avenue reported a man posing as a grocery clerk and $12 missing. Police say about ten cases may be linked to the suspect.
In Brockton on April 6 the Board of Aldermen approved a franchise for the Brockton and Taunton Street Railway Company under standard restrictions. The line will run via Belmont Street and the Turnpike.
Questioning unveils cash investments and stock in Freemont Gold Mining Company, and president roles at Dorchester Savings Bank and related firms. Details include use of name by trustees, directors, and bankers, with mentions of Sun and Accident Company insurance, Cadigan, and Pearl Hill Lithia Spring Water Labelling.
A director of the United States Trust Company testifies about awareness of deposits from liquor trade patrons. He notes one known liquor-related deposit via Col Hanley and explains he owns ten shares valued at 1250 dollars, borrowed money not connected to his investment. Eliot Spring Company director also mentioned.
The inquiry probes General Martin’s role and the $1200 salary from the New England Mutual Accident Association. He says he attends monthly director meetings and visits downtown at noon, with some immunities from the United States Trust Company. He notes he has contributed financially and has led the company since 1884, while other positions pay no salary.
Everett F. Martin son of the generals president in Mattapan testifies he began in insurance at 17, working first as a clerk for Henry McIntosh then with New England Mutual Accident and Atlas Accident Insurance before striking out on his own in April 18xx. He opens an office at 7 Water Street Boston and starts in accident and fire insurance.
The dialogue covers a witness confirming the claimant built up an insurance business and earned about $5000 to $6000 annually. When pressed, the witness says he did not target any particular class of persons, business, or proprietors to build his trade.
A witness struggles to specify the share of his Boston customers linked to liquor licenses. He cannot identify names, lists, or precise numbers, admits selling business to Dana and Dexter Bennett, and mentions ongoing discussions with the Agricultural Insurance Company about certain policyholders.
Testimony describes missing insurance books and deposits as witnesses cite ledgers not in court. A mineral water lithia venture emerges with J. M. Olmstead and M. A. Annigan named as early associates while prior Fitchburg links surface.
Testimony traces stock purchases by M. H. Curley J. W. Kenney and others totaling about $24 600 with $7 500 loans from the Howard National Bank and a $15 000 land payment by a check. Questions arise over missing ledgers and whether the water’s lithia content affected value while the company bears the Valador name.
The afternoon session opens late as General Martin shows a somber mood while his son testifies about funding Pearl Hill Lithia Spring Company stock. He says he borrowed $7500 from his father on his own note, with the note endorsed by the father, and confirms similar arrangements for Cadigan’s stock. He admits paying around $15,000 for land, about half the company capital, calling the coincidence irrelevant to вложение. Witness Fischer places the directors’ meeting at his Kilby Street office with all members agreeing on land value after due diligence.
Testimony reveals Maguire paid $1000 to secure a liquor license attempt and used influence via Martin to aid the bid. Martin says he never asked for the funds and insists he did not authorize any use of his father’s influence. The hearing explores loans, misapplied funds, and potential bribery schemes tied to license procurement.
The governor questions the witness about a $350 repayment and a 4000 license scheme. The witness explains paying brokers with no real board influence, naming Francis Peabody and Read as examples, and admits no personal pull with his father.
The witness described attempts to buy a license with 4000 dollars, which had to be returned after use. The funds were deposited in Market National Bank and later drawn for personal use. Although initially denied, he admitted the 4000 dollars appeared in his account while his balance sometimes fell to about 2010. He claimed other money was owed and some was in a savings bank not in his name, and refused to state whose name held the savings deposits.
Railroad workers all express faith in Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a trusted old standby for coughs and colds, signaling broad support for the remedy among the labor ranks.
Testimony describes a circular offering to obtain bonds at ten dollars each for liquor license holders in Boston. The witness admits sending similar notices but denies signature. The document touts extraordinary facilities for procuring bonds and was sent to liquor dealers with recipient names removed to hide sources.
Mr. Martin testifies about his Atlas Company role in offering accident insurance to police at various stations. He says the introductions by captains were routine and not personal to him as the son of a police board chairman. He is dismissed for lack of his personal check book, with recall reserved for later subpoenas.
In sworn questioning, Mr Martin denied extensive dealings in license transfers with Italians. He admitted few known cases, said many claimed influence, and suggested transfers often occur via lawyers, while asserting he did not personally secure or buy licenses. The Governor sought clearer answers on the extent of license trading.
Philip P. Sharples testified that Lithia water from Pearl Hill Lithia Spring Company sold at Jefferson House and Parker House showed no lithia in analysis dated March 16. He noted the water was heavier in salts with carbonic salts and gas, suggesting additives varying by bottle. Clern Ryan recalled license applications for John Christophero and Horatio Christophero dated March 10 with no action yet. applicants must pursue their applications actively.
A witness details Lithia Spring stock sales to liquor dealers, noting Mrs. Moldenhauer did not pay and that he sold her lithia water without her knowledge. He admits soliciting many liquor bidders, few outsiders, and reveals limited involvement with his father in the Pearl Hill Lithia Spring Company.
Dermatologist Woodbury at 11 Winter Street Burton offers static electricity therapy and sells home batteries along with Beauty Book and sample facial Soap or Vacia Cream priced at ten cents.
The last witness, Mr 8 D Capen president of the Howard National Bank, testified about a December 1893 land transfer from General Martin. The bank took the land as collateral for a 33000 debt later cancelled, with sale steps to Lithia company and a stock exchange. The hearing adjourned to 1 o clock this morning with Chaplin urging recall of the witness.
Everett F. Martin son of General Martin faces a warrant for assault and is cited to appear in the Poor Debtors Court to answer a complaint by Edwin A. Bigelow and Raymond Gilman assignees of Fred Richards estate. The writ is returnable Friday at 9 am. The case claims Martin bought jewelry totaling 452.65 around his marriage and did not pay. The bill dated Oct 12 1896 lists a 225 pendant plus small items. total 402.66. Costs 5.82 raise the total to 460.66.
Ex Mayor Bancroft of Cambridge spoke to the West Roxbury Citizens Association at Highland Hall on an elevated Boston road. He is vice president of the Boston Elevated Railway Co and argued the system would lease the West End line and, with combined lines, move suburban riders from congested areas to outer stations for a single five-cent fare.
The Newport City Council elected Andrew J. Kirwin chief engineer to fill the unexpired term of the late Chief John E. Lake.
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