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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1904
Page
8
City officials and patients praise Rexall Mucu Tone as a radical cure for catarrh. Testimonial from City Engineer Spengler cites personal recovery after severe nasal throat inflammation. Claims it works through the bloodstream, relieving inflammation and rebuilding health. Priced 50 and 89 cents per bottle with a money back guarantee.
At St. Margaret's Dorchester the Rev W A Ryan preached on The Sabbath quoting God Commandeth that Man Should Work Six Days and Rest the Seventh He noted labor unions sometimes ask for shorter hours and called God the workingman's friend saying no one should work seven days a week and those who do wrong.
Senorita Carolina Huidobro of Chili spoke at the Young Men's Christian Union on Religious Life in Chili with over 100 stereopticon views illustrating the talk.
Nine crew members from the Mary Edith, a fishing vessel, were reported missing off Peaked Hill bar but reached Provincetown safely. Five were picked up by a tug, two by a gasoline launch, and two rowed to port. all nine were confirmed safe by 2 p m. The men hailed from Wakefield Everett Gloucester Nova Scotia and recorded as of Gloucester and Nova Scotia origins.
Jeremiah Dwyer, at 17 Bowdoin Street, accused Ellen Anderson and Alice J Killen of stealing $310 after a party. Dwyer says a cold finger game left him with a wad of three $100 bills and a $10. The women were arrested by Inspectors Patterson and Smith and later denied the charges at their Bowdoin Street apartments. A search found no money.
At 16 Fay street a woman screamed for help claiming her husband was murdering her. Patrolman Gleavey broke the door, was struck with a beer bottle, and then subdued and arrested George W. De Shields and Lavinia De Shields on drunkenness charges.
Tony Bartolomi, 16, of West End, attempted to help a kitten on Tremont Street near Park Street Church and was struck by a motorcycle. He was taken to the Relief Hospital with abdominal injuries and awaits an operation. The kitten disappeared.
Mrs. Lillian A. Carlisle a prominent Somerville resident died at her home 807 Broadway yesterday morning. She was born in Somerville a daughter of the late J T Glines and sister of ex Mayor Glines of Somerville. She leaves one son. The funeral will be Tuesday afternoon with private burial.
The Sligo Social Club met in United Fellowship Hall for its regular monthly session and admitted several new members. A new rule required past presidents to present financial reports before approval. The literary committee presented readings in Irish and Mr Bruen discussed early Irish Christianity, highlighting its development during Europe's low civilizational period. After singing God Save Ireland the meeting adjourned.
Letters to the editor from South Boston and Charlestown urge the Legislature to deny further pay raises for Judge Emmons and to withhold dog license revenue. The writers contend the salary is excessive relative to duties, suggest submitting the bill to voters, and joke about replacements or strikes if pay increases are blocked.
A reader in Quincy argues for Daniel Webster as the greatest Massachusetts figure and urges lawmakers to raise Judge Emmons’s pay, aligning with Henry Faxon’s doctrine. The writer signs G. R. Rockwell and dates the note April 8.
Letter from T. J. Lisson of Somerville dated April 9 commends Representative Stevens for truth about residents in bed by 11 and credits Judge Emmons with enabling early home nights, claiming since becoming commissioner he has not used an alarm clock and that early nights deserve a raise in salary.
New York April 10 The World prints an interview with Thomas W Lawson Boston millionaire detailing vast deals with H H Rogers and the method by which finance leaders transact vast sums with little or no written binding instruments He cites profits of millions from deals totaling over 100 million and discusses a 2 million stake while threatening suit for one million and foresees court action to resolve disputed profits and stock transfers
The Post closes its "Russia or Japan Which" contest with five dollar prizes. The last batch of letters is printed and under examination by eminent Post editors. Winners will be announced Wednesday morning.
G M Peabody of 158 Waverley Avenue Revere argues for American sympathy toward Russia calling it a great nation with rights to sea access year round. He criticizes condemning Russia for localized outrages while noting crimes in the United States and questions Japan's civilization rooted in imitation.
Letter from W P Young of Portsmouth argues Americans should back Russia over Japan in China. He claims Russians resemble Americans and warns of the yellow peril as a civilizational threat, urging the U S to support Russia hoping it corrects its mistakes and joins world leadership.
A letter from A. T. Stanton at 5 Oxford Terrace argues Americans should sympathize with Russia for racial, religious, and geopolitical reasons. He contrasts Russia favorably with Japan, warning of potential yellow peril and noting Russia’s historic friendship with the United States and its ability to govern subject peoples.
Captain Quinn of the schooner Amelia F Cobb died at the marine hospital in Boothbay Harbor Me of Brights disease at age 73. A son will take the body to East Boston for burial tomorrow.
A Rochester street resident argues the United States should support Japan over Russia, condemning Russia for oppressing Japan and citing torture of dissidents and political harshness as reasons to stand with Japan in regional tensions.
W B Ferguson of Kennebunk Me argues that the United States should support Japan over Russia, calling Japan Christian like and life‑affirming, while labeling Russia as dark and oppressive. He cites Russia’s sale of Alaska and past actions to question U S backing, urging continued support for Japan.
May E. Sheafe of 11 Durham Street appeals to American readers to back Japan in its war with Russia. She argues former goodwill toward the United States by Russia is insufficient for alliance, praising Japan as industrious, progressive, and governed by the people, and urging America to stand by Japan against tyranny.
The Massachusetts Republican 11th district convention at Wesleyan Hall will name its two national convention delegates. Ex-Senator William W. Davis and ex-Representative James N. Thompson have been chosen, both aligned with Eugene N. Foss on reciprocity. Foss’s campaign narrowed the field and influenced the delegate selection.
Tim bids Nellie farewell as she leaves with a wealthy family after a ring dispute. Nellie reveals she sold papers to survive. Tim, tearful and resolute, refuses to join their life yet promises to visit. Nellie’s father later interviews Tim, hinting they will partner again in life.
General and Mrs Wilmon Blackmar hosted a quiet day at 72 Commonwealth Avenue with General John C Black and his daughter Miss Helene visiting. Grand Army friends called to pay respects as a large dinner party formed by the commander in chief and staff enjoyed the event. General Black and party depart for Washington today.
Dorchester leader John E. Savage announces a United Improvement Council meeting at the Ashmont Club Wednesday evening. Committee reports will be heard during the session.
Members of several divisions in and around South Boston gathered at Towti Hall last evening for the exemplification of all degrees on ten candidates by Division 32 staff for Division 57. Joan McHugh presided and Richard J. Dwyer, president of 32, acted as patron. A fine music program followed and refreshments were served.
The Boston Theatre crowd enjoyed the All New Faces bill. Highlights included Harper Des mond and Bailey with a trio act and The World's Trio presenting a novelty. Hanson and Harris, Mlle La Reno, Swett Brothers, the Roscoes, Higgins, Phelps, and Lillian Barlow received applause. Motion pictures offered several novelties.
Concord Mass April 10 The condition of Samuel Hoar who is sinking rapidly from paralysis of the brain showed no improvement at a late hour tonight. At midnight the patient was still in a profound coma which the physicians believed would last until the end.
The Quincy Club of Ward 1 held a rally at its Bennington Street headquarters with 75 Olney supporters. Ex Alderman James F Nolan presided and W F Mc Clellan and Nolan urged strong effort for Olney delegates in Tuesday caucuses. The club plans reorganization and new officers next Sunday afternoon. Circulars were sent to 1500 ward voters urging attendance.
The Post invites readers to submit inscriptions on general interest subjects for Johnny's State in care of the Post. It notes the success of recent freak headlines and war poems and offers readers a chance to win newspaper fame with witty and poetical pieces.
A Cambridge police report details repeated overnight break ins at Winthrop Hall dorm rooms of Harvard students. Senior Henry B. Stoddard of 2 Winthrop Hall reported jewelry and clothing stolen after his room was entered. The thefts share a similar pattern across rooms.
Lawrence reports George Hogle aged 21, married, staying at 60 Newbury Street, committed death by own action today by inhaling illuminating gas through a rubber tube placed in his mouth.
Last night at the Boston Theatre a full house enjoyed a program featuring Harper, Desmond and Bailey, World's trio, Hanson and Harris, the Great Roscoes, Mile, La Rens and Swett brothers, Higgins and Phelps and Lillian Barlow. The show included several novelty ties in motion pictures.
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