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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1914
Page
8
An advertisement touts Rheumasalts as a fast gentle laxative and internal cleanse for run down health. It claims to ease constipation headaches sallow skin and indigestion by cleansing the bowels liver and kidneys without griping or nausea. The product is advertised in 25c 50c and 1.00 sizes and offers mail order from Rheumba th Company in Minneapolis.
An advertisement touts Dr. Edwards' Olive Tablets as a gentle bowel and liver stimulant that purifies the system and relieves bad breath. The sugar coated tablets are sold as a vegetable formula, olive colored, with a nightly dose of one to two tablets and prices 10c and 25c per box.
During Easter preparations the ad urges using Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder in shoes to prevent soreness. It claims one can walk hours without fatigue and promotes testing one shoe versus another. A 25 cent package is available from druggists with free sample by mail from Alien S. Olmsted, Joe Roy, N Y.
A veteran observer warns of armed Ulster violence to block Home Rule. He describes Orange Lodge influence on ships and army officers, vows not to accept Dublin Parliament control, and notes Belfast business leaders backing anti Irish self government. He cites figures like Sir Edward Carson and Sir William Crawford and details drills of 506 volunteers. The piece links Ulster unrest to broader British political battles over taxation and democracy.
The House carried the second reading and closed discussion on the Ireland bill as leaders urged a settlement. Redmond pressed for federation and Ulster inclusion options, while Carson warned the bill risks Civil War and urged Ulster exclusion or a six year local option. Birrell praised moderation and urged unity, with votes showing a government majority trimmed but intact.
A large group of Irish supporters gathered outside Parliament waving green flags to celebrate the home rule bill's passage. They cheered as the vote result was announced and saluted government and nationalist leaders as they left the House. Sir Edward Grey's unexpected early departure drew comment, with Lord Morley stepping in at the foreign office.
Special dispatch reports Sir Edward Carson backing an armed Ulster revolt. Arms and machine guns flow into Ulster night and day for 100,000 men ready to seize control, with arsenals on Craigavon and Chichester estates and private arsenals across peer and wealthy circles.
The report notes 100000 men drilling openly for combat, rifles and ammunition arriving from many sources, and hundreds of nurses being trained for field hospital duties as General Richardson leads preparations.
A tired British general leads a staff of retired officers in a vast scene of army treason as the great English newspapers denounce the government for attempts to safeguard the country, accusing them of provoking a bloody struggle.
The text notes that the army, once cheering soldiers sent to subdue tenants, now rebels openly. It argues that a majority rule is being undermined by insubordinate officers with aristocratic ties who aim to overthrow Parliament and the national will.
A Mexico wild plant is claimed by a specialist to be a specific treatment for diabetes, reducing sugar and restoring vigor. The Ames Chemical Co offers a 50c package for 10c with a free booklet on diet and foods, guaranteed satisfaction or money back.
The April 6 debate in London centers on government provisions of the bill. Speakers express cautious support and seek clarification of key clauses while urging unity. The session highlights tentative concessions and calls for measured passage.
Mrs. George A. Reed 73 dies at home from burns suffered lighting gas on Knowlton Street Thursday night. A fragment of sulfur ignited her dress, flames enveloped her before daughter Annie Casey could put out the fire with a rug.
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