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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1904
Page
2
Advert says torpid liver and sluggish kidneys poison the blood and cause sallow skin and bad breath. Iron Ox Tablets claim to awaken the liver, restore kidney tone, purge impurities, regulate bowels, and energize digestion without harsh drugs. Sold as fifty tablets for 25 cents, the Iron Ox Remedy Co., Detroit MI.
Philadelphia advertising agency N. W. Ayer & Son marked 35 years of growth since 1869, growing from a 20 by 20 foot room to handling 18,000 publications with about $3.6 million yearly ad spend. F. W. Ayer recalled post Civil War expansion of daily newspapers and the evolving role of advertising in journalism and commerce.
The piece argues that stomach trouble does not appear suddenly and warns that months of development require time to heal. It promotes Chase's Dyspepsia Cure (Liquid) as a safe hospital formula that provides relief quickly and aims for a permanent cure with continued use. Sold by Woodward's Drug Store Boston and Chase Mfg Co Newburg NY with money back if it fails.
Chief Shaw told the Post the chain of evidence against Tucker is strong and his alibi at Cutter's corner and the Page house cannot overturn it. He hinted at an assault match for a Weston case and declined to confirm the knife story while noting the 11:30 to 12:15 time gap. Police remain tight lipped on findings as leaks anger officials.
Charles L. Tucker, accused of murder, arrived at Cambridge jail after 1 PM and was booked in with a calm bearing. He ate a hearty dinner, read press accounts, declined to speak, and retired to cell 2 in the second tier after a late attorney conference.
The body of 72 year old William Joyce, missing since Friday, was found in meadows near Tanney Brook. Medical Examiner BE W. Norwood of Spencer ruled death accidental drowning after finding the man had drowned in about two feet of water.
J H Vahey asserts a flawless alibi for the accused and promises neighbor testimony will refute police theory. He dismisses the knife evidence as harmless, notes hunting attire, and argues witnesses seen near Cutter's corner will overturn the case. public sentiment and claimed insanity are rejected as baseless.
Advert says thousands have adopted Hood's Sarsaparilla as the spring medicine, promising benefits through summer. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla surpasses all others in general use, excellence and medicinal merit and urges readers to make it their fixed habit.
Iver Johnson store manager D. R. Harvey testifies Charles J. Tucker bought a shotgun between April 30 and May 10, 1903, and that Tucker did not purchase any knife. Harvey recounts a brief exchange with reporter scenes and notes Tucker once worked as an errand boy for John Woods & Co. at 76 Washington street.
A testimonial touts Paine's Celery Compound as boosting strength and health. Major A V Lieber of Omaha describes relief from nervous exhaustion after two weeks, noting improved appetite and sleep. The piece cites Prof. Edward S Phelps endorsing nerve support and energy restoration.
A reader is urged to visit a druggist today to purchase Paine's Celery Compound and test its effects. The piece then shifts to a detailed description of a Swedish knife with a matched blade and sheath, featuring a spring clutch and drop mechanism.
An expert in the cutlery trade told a Post reporter it would be very hard to leave deep bite marks on the Swedish knife handle. He noted the sheath has two steel rims with a hard varnished wood core between them, making deep imprints unlikely.
In Auburndale on April 11 Mrs. Tucker says her son Charles is innocent of the brutal murder charged in the Waltham court. She describes him as out of work but not vicious, lamenting excessive public commentary and pledging his defense at trial.
In East Cambridge Matthew Farrell beloved husband of Asa Timmons Farrell and father of Edward P. Farrell and Arthur L. Farrell. Funeral from 172 Spring Street Wednesday April 13 at 8 a.m. High Mass at Church of the Sacred Heart 9. Burial at St. Paul’s Arlington. Late member of St John’s Court No. 33 M C O F. In memory of Frank E Tolman who passed away one year ago today.
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