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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1903

Page

2

Cuticura Skin Care Remedies Promoted Worldwide

An advertisement extols Cuticura Soap and Ointment as the purest skin emollients for inflammation, pimples, rashes, heat, and sun exposure. It references Resolvent pills and lists prices and distributors in London Paris Boston and Columbus, urging readers to request the Cuticura skin book.

London Charter House Parie Rue de la Paix Boston Columbus Ave Potter Drug & Chem. Corp Bole Proprietors

John Keliher Dies at Hull Father of Congressman

John Keliher father of Congressman John A. Keliher died after a brief illness at his Hull summer home. Born in Ireland in 1826 he emigrated in 1848 and built a life in Concord then Boston where he entered the liquor business. He leaves five children including ex-Representative Thomas J. Keliher and Congressman John A. Keliher. Funeral 9 a.m. Wednesday from 8 Rutland Street with services at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross at 10 a.m.

John Keliher John A. Kellher Hull Mr. Kelcher Boston Ireland Concord South Kelcher Thomas J. Keliher John A. Keliher James P Nellie Josephine Kellher Rutland Street Cathedral of the Holy Cross Pepperelis Carney Hospital Ella Louise William

Labor unions gain momentum in Dover street meeting

Martin McHale presided over 20 chess barbers on Dover street as they discuss unionizing. Charles E. O'Donnell and Jacob Rhin stadter spoke for the union and a majority favored the move. Frank Turner Albert Valentine and James McNichol were chosen to staff the Horseshoers Union 5 float for Labor Day.

Martin McHale Dover Street Calleu Charles E. O'Donnell Jacob Rheinstadter Frank Turner Albert Valentine James McNichol Horseshoers Union 5 Ss. E. Potts Carpenters’ Union 33 State House Capital and Labor Commission Wells Memorial

Flint and Cracknell Wed in Wellesley Hills Ceremony

Miss Sarah Elizabeth Flint and Mr. Ralph Cracknell golf editor of the Globe were married this afternoon at the residence of Colonel Noah A. Plympton in Wellesley Hills.

Wellesley Sarah Elizabeth Flint Ralph Cracknell the Globe Noah A. Plympton Wellesley Hills

Wreath Photo Loaned by Carl J. Horner

The Ericsson wreath image used in the Sunday Post came from a photograph loaned by Carl J. Horner of 11 Winter Street and shows his characteristic artistic work.

Ericsson Sunday Post Carl J. Horner Winter Street

Watson Still In The Fight For Boston Mayor

James A. Watson denies withdrawal from the mayoralty race in Boston. He spoke at several meetings and planned a full campaign after the weather improves. He declares commitment to the Democratic caucuses on November 19 1908 and to supporting the majority nominee.

James A. Watson Jerry Roxbury City Hall Collins Watson Boston

Giblin Saves Drowing Man Aboard Old Steamer

Thomas J. Giblin of East Boston dived from the Monahansett’s upper deck to save Edward D. Smith a hotel head waiter who leaped toward the moving steamer near Nanutasket pier. About 1500 passengers witnessed the rescue as the vessel pulled away in darkness.

Monahansett Thomas J. Giblin East Boston Nanutasket Pier Edward D. Smith Nottingham Smith

Rescuer Leaps From Steamer To Save Struggling Passenger

Mr. Giblin dives from the upper deck as the steamer sails away and rescues a drowning man. He ties a rope around the victim, pulls him aboard, then helps another passenger later. Both men reach Boston hospital in good condition, while Giblin is praised by the crowd.

Mr. Giblin

Lowell Girl Julia Welsh Missing Since July Seventeen

Julia F. Welsh aged 12 of Middlesex Street Lowell left her home July 27 to visit John Nelson in Cambridge. She traveled by electric line via Arlington Heights at 8 30 am and has not been heard from since. Her mother is heartbroken.

Julia F. Welsh Middlesex Street Lowell John Nelson Cambridge Arlington Heights

Long Island Inquiry Continued at City Hall

The Long Island investigation resumes at City Hall with principal witnesses Dr. Arthur Hartwell former superintendent and Major George F. H. Murray former assistant superintendent expected to offer pivotal testimony. Depositions of orderlies Malloy and Hughes at St Johns Hospital New York will not be taken due to budget limits set by the Mayor.

Long Island City Hall Arthur &. Hartwell George F. H. Murray Dessrs Malloy and Hughes St. John’s Presbyterian Hospital New York Long Island Hospital

Roxbury Boy Slips, Grave Stone Falls on Leg

George Morris, 3, of 3 Conant Street Roxbury, had his right leg broken at Calvary Cemetery Mt Hope yesterday after tripping against a gravestone that toppled onto him. Miss Annie Morty sought help as a gardener freed the stone and he was taken to City Hospital.

George Morris Conant Street Roxbury Calvary Cemetery Mt. Hope City Hospital Annie Morty

Calamity Jane Dies After Life of Frontier Action

Calamity Jane Martha Burke dies at Terry eight miles from Deadwood at age about 80. She asked for burial at Mt Moriah beside Will Bill Hickok. A government mail carrier and scout, she aided General Custer and General Miles in Indian campaigns and helped capture Jack McCall in Deadwood.

Deadwood Calamity Jane Terry Mt. Moriah Will Bill Hickok Martha Burke Denver Custer Miles Princeton Canary Montana Wyoming General Custer Fort Russell Wyo Arizona Jane Big Horn Platte River Jack McCall Seventh Cavalry

Steamer Scoter Launched By Jeffries Point Yard East Boston

The Massachusetts Fish and Game Commission launched a 33 foot steamer named Scoter at the Jeffries Point yacht yard East Boston. Built by Benner and Fitzpatrick to design by J W Collins the craft cost 1950 dollars and seats five berths in a 12 foot cabin.

Mildred Fitzpatrick Jeffries Point Boston Massachusetts Fish and Game Commission Benner J. W. Collins A. Dudley Bagley Collins Scoter

Stowaway Mystery Remains Unresolved After Caledonian Arrival

John Lindeman, one of three stowaways from Liverpool aboard the Leyland liner Caledonian, is still missing. Theories vary among crew, stevedores, and dock workers. Some say Lindeman fled Sunday night while others suspect he remains aboard or nearby. the captain’s reported belief of suicide is not shared by all.

John Lindeman Liverpool Post

Experience of Boston Voter Overlooked in Police Listing

A Boston voter of 25 years discovers his name missing from the police list after visiting election officials. He swears an oath at police headquarters to a May 1 residence, receives a certificate signed by police board members, but the certificate lacks directions or an address. Senator Fitzgerald criticizes inspectors for confusion and urges voters to present certificates to the Election Commissioners to ensure registration.

Boston Board of Police Votar W. T. A. Fitzgerald Democratic City Committee Emmons Board of Election Commissioners Police Commission

Iron Ox Tablets Promise Constipation Relief and System Toning

The ad argues constipation poisons the body and that bowel and kidney action must stay regular. Iron Ox tablets are promoted as a tonic laxative not a purgative, to build up the whole system and regulate digestion with a gradual, natural effect. Fifty tablets cost 25 cents from Detroit based Iron Ox Remedy Co.

Iron-Ox Remedy Co Detroit Mich

May appoint Catholic to Irish Privy Council

London Aug 4 Chronicle reports it possible that during the King's Irish visit Archbishop William J Walsh of Dublin may be named to the Irish Privy Council. No Catholic prelate has served on the council, but Lord Beaconsfield reportedly valued a prelate trusted by Irish people and the Pope on the council.

London William J. Wialsh Dublin Lord Beaconsfield

Gifts For Captain Hoffman At Retirement

Captain Fred G. Hoffman of Division 12 received a walrus hide travelling bag and a field glass upon his retirement last evening. Lieutenant Rich presented the gifts and praised Hoffman's kind conduct and service, extending best wishes from his former police colleagues.

Fred G. Hoffman Division 12 Rich Hoffman

Lords Advance The Land Bill In Long Debate

The Irish land bill won a second reading in the Lords after midnight amid a lengthy debate. The Duke of Devonshire praised the bill’s finance and warned against major changes, while peers argued about landlord losses and potential disturbances if estates are not sold. Proponents say the measure offers a broad, statesmanlike settlement and could sustain landlords and tenants alike.

London Duke of Devonshire House of Lords House of Commons Duke of Abercorn Ireland Lord Crewe Earl of Dunraven Lord Londonderry Earl Spencer Lord Lansdowne Foreign Affairs

Conclave Stalemate As Sixth Ballot Ends Inactivity

Reported stalemate in the Vatican conclave as Monsignors Merry del Val Roggi and Mazzolini open, with Marin admitted. Cardials Sancha y Hervas Casanas y Pagas Martin de Herrera y de la Iglesia stay by Cardinal Herrero y Espinosa. Rumors of Rampolla Vannutelli factions and a possible foreign Pope circulate. Cardinal Vaszary’s cook arrives from Hungary. Saint Ignatius Loyola day held as superstition for next Pope. Alfonso of Spain inquires about Herrero’s condition.

Merry del Val Consistorial Monsignor Roggi Mazzolini Marin Sancha Y Hervas Toledo Casanas Y Pagas Barcelona Martin de Herrera Y de la Iglesia Santiago Herrero Y Espinosa Cardinal Gibbons Cardinal Vives Y Tuto Rampolla Serafino Vannutelli Vatican Cardinal Vaszary Grand Hungary Vaszary Sistine Chapel Cardinal Sarto Venice St. Dominic St. Malachi Ignis Ardens Cardinal Lambertini Benedict XIV Lambertini Pope

Postmasters Convene For National Convention At Brunswick

Delegates arrive at Hotel Brunswick for the United States postmasters convention opening at 2 pm The gathering aims to improve service by sharing ideas and discoveries Earlier arrivals include G M Stewart Seattle J M Hubbard Cleveland H D Hemmins Elgin W H Margold Bridgeport Co Vidale Milwaukee J W Kearney New Orleans and George W Pollitt Paterson N J

United States Brunswick G. M. Stewart Seattle Wash John M. Hubbard Cleveland, O H. D. Hemmins Elgin, Ill W. H. Marigold Bridgeport

Growth of Minneapolis in Greater Minneapolis Edition

The 70 page Minneapolis Times issue records the city as a national trading and manufacturing center. It details iron, wood, textile industries and flour milling, with portraits of leading citizens and public buildings illustrating Minneapolis prominence in the Northwest.

Minneapolis Minneapolis Times

Seven Boston firefighters promoted to permanent ranks

Seven members of the Boston fire department, on probation for six months, were notified yesterday by Fire Commissioner Henry S. Russell that they have been granted permanent appointments. The group includes Hoseman Edward McDonough Engine Company 4 Bulfinch street Hoseman John H. Loughlin Engines 26 85 Mason street Hoseman Frank G. Avery fireboat Hoseman John F. Haley Water Tower Company 2 Bristol street Ladderman John J. Earl Ladder Company 38 Harrison avenue Ladderman Dennis J. Crowley Ladder Company 12 Tremont street Roxbury and Ladderman Joseph W. Shea Combination Ladder 8 Andrew square South Boston.

Boston Fire Department Henry S. Russell Edward McDonough Engine Company Bulfinch Street John H. Loughlin Mason Street Frank G. Avery John F. Haley Water Tower Company Bristol Street John J. Earl Ladder Company Harrison Avenue Dennis J. Crowley Tremont Street Roxbury Joseph W. Shea Andrew Square South Boston

My Little Girl Cured of Consumption Testimonial

Mrs Frances M Hill of Allston Massachusetts describes her ten year old daughter’s lifelong battle with consumption and her complete recovery after two months of Koch Lung Cure Treatment at 361 Boylston Street Boston. The testimony urges others with the disease to seek the same treatment.

Boylston Street Boston Frances M. Hill Reedsdale St Allston Mass

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Cracknell Horner Orangeine Giblin Green East Steamerscoter Privy Council Captain Hoffman Cardinals III Cardinal Herrero Lapponi Alfonso Spain Lady At King Dental Washington Street Cor Avon Genesee Pune Food Co N. Y Washington ST American Wine CO ST. Louis U.S. A Slattery James Slattery North End Donnelly Frattcourt Weston
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