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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1920
Page
18
Advertisement warns that gas and bloating signal excess stomach acid and acid indigestion. It advises using Bisulated Magnesia with water after meals to relieve gas neutralize acid and prevent gastritis ulcers and heart stress.
A physician who originated the five grain tablets Arbolene earns praise from many women in a society cohort. A Los Angeles literary figure praises the method and a poem lauds its efficacy. Used regularly the tablets claim to reduce weight from twenty to sixty pounds without drastic effects. The product says they curb cravings for undesirable foods and dissolve fatty elements. Arbolone is advertised as superior to other fat medicines and helps control appetite for starches. Sold by all druggists in sealed tubes with directions.
Mr Wm Cameron of Denver Colorado endorses Sulpherb Tablets as a daily home remedy. He claims the tablets treat chronic constipation impaired kidney action and impure blood with symptoms like headaches pimples boils rash and rheumatism. The product is made from herbs and roots contains sulphur and cream of tartar and sells for 60 cents per tube.
Advertisement addresses women in this paper urging kidney and bladder health. It claims Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer cures kidney related ailments and offers sample bottles for ten cents plus availability of larger sizes at drug stores. The pitch emphasizes back pain headaches and low energy as symptoms.
The skin is refined by mercolized wax which absorbs rough outer layers revealing delicate under skin. It promises safe nightly application like a cold cream and easy removal each morning, claimed as a superior treatment for pimples freckles and blotchy complexions.
Bryantville reports a dog named Roger Howe enrolled as a regular Sunday school scholar alongside eight year old Francis B. Howe in the Methodist class taught by Mrs. Herman Beals. Both appear on the honor roll with gold stars for perfect attendance over two years.
The coastguard cutter Ossipee will depart the navy yard to assist the American steamer Fordonian adrift 200 miles south of Boston. Fordonian's machinery is out of order. she travels from New York to Halifax. Ossipee is expected to tow Fordonian to port for repairs.
Mrs. M L Moody of Melrose says years of chair sleeping and severe joint pain ended after using Weldona. She credits relief to the remedy and urges others to try Weldona, citing improvements in finger joints hips knees and mobility. Weldona distribution and a free booklet are advertised through Boston and local druggists.
Vice-Chancellor Bakes issued an order restraining the executors of the late Lillian Nordica Young from disposing of her jewels valued at 206 632 dollars inventory five years ago. George W. Young & Co Inc holds the assignment of the singer’s husband claims to the jewels. Madame Nordica died May 12 1914 and her will left property to three sisters amid ongoing litigation.
In New Haven Connecticut on April 21 the police department launched newspaper ads to recruit 100 young men to boost its force for city protection.
Harvard faculty approves a plan to alter entrance requirements to strengthen ties with public schools and ease public school students' preparation for college entrance exams.
The old plan lowers admission unit requirements from 16 1 2 or 15 1 2 to 15 and authorizes admitting final candidates with slight exam defects if their combined school and exam record supports readiness. The new plan relaxes four year course rules, allows equivalent four year study, and lets exceptional students miss certain languages sciences math or history. Advanced math may replace elementary, with two advanced subjects tested. Changes take effect immediately.
A 1920s discussion questions dream interpretation and its relevance. The piece notes modern skepticism toward dream meaning while outlining traditional views and public curiosity about dream significance.
In mystic lore a dream of a storm signals dangers and troubles ahead yet promises eventual happiness and wealth. It hints at a favorable marriage after rivals are removed, and notes news from a long absent prospering friend. A hurricane predicts temporary business friction, while a thunder storm foresees success in trade and crops.
Furness, Withy & Co. to run a new Boston Liverpool passenger line beginning June 23. The British steamship Fort Victoria of 12 000 tons with 40 first class accommodations sails from Hoosac docks Charlestown. The Fort Victoria will be the sole vessel on the route for now, with sailings every five weeks.
City Purchasing Agent George J. Cronin approves 14 026 tons of soft coal for public buildings at 11 65 a ton after advertising for 6 915 tons of various coal. Only this bid was accepted from about 20 000 tons of bids. 13 260 tons were refused for high prices.
Maine's brook trout season is now open after a late start caused by a harsh winter. Anglers expect good fishing through June with worm lures favored during high water while fly fishing gains traction later on larger streams. The rise of automobile access broadens angling options to reach distant brooks.
The document outlines state allowances and a tax schedule for incomes under various thresholds. It specifies rates of 2 percent for incomes under $1000, 20 percent for $1000 to $1500, 15 percent for $1500 to $2000, and 10 percent for $2000 to $2500, excluding judicial branch and legislative members.
Albany reports the Senate approved the eight hour day for women and minors and the minimum wage bill for women. The action advances labor reform in the state.
Bayer insists on Bayer Tablets of Aspirin in Bayer packages with directions for Headache Cold Pain Neuralgia Lumbago and Rheumatism. Bayer name denotes genuine Aspirin prescribed by physicians for nineteen years. Handy tin boxes of 12 tablets cost a few cents. Aspirin is a Bayer trademark for the manufacture of monoacetylsalicylic acid.
A bill reported by the committee on public service would grant state employee bonuses from 10 to 26 percent of salary for 1919. Department heads must approve, with 1920 January 1 salary adjustments showing additional percentage increases.
Aircraft builders predict 10 to 12 hour New York or Boston to San Francisco flights possible above 20,000 feet. Planes would travel ~900 mph, powered by variable pitch propellers, with sealed oxygen-compartment passengers and wireless terminal links.
The note states the international balloon race will begin from Indianapolis in October this year. It mentions balloons built by Phanes averaging 160 miles per hour and cites a plane achieving 266 miles in 100 minutes with a favorable wind, equating to 125 miles per hour without that wind.
A young man writes about his two year younger partner, noting they have dated for three years and are deeply in love. He seeks guidance on their relationship as they move forward together.
Readers learn a home treatment using Parmint mixed with hot water and sugar to ease catarrh symptoms. The method claims quick improvement in breathing head noises and dullness and suggests many ear problems stem from catarrh and can be reversed.
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