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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1902
Page
2
An advertisement claims Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey cures bronchitis and throat weakness and aids digestion. It asserts benefits including blood enrichment, nerve fortification, heart toning, malaria and fever relief, stronger immunity, and prolonged life.
Mrs Jack Gardners palace overlooks a burning dump on Huntington Avenue as ragpickers fight for scraps amid fires mud carts and new sewers a city scene unfolds with Callahan missing the show while crooning about staying on the dump all night join in the morning light and smoke before the stained glass windows of the famous residence.
A major Albany Street fire costs three lives as firefighters battle flames amid deep water and dense smoke. Police and fire units from multiple divisions assist, with an all-out sounding at 5:80 and flames finally subdued after 7.00. Losses affect Graves & Phelps and Ross Carnet Cleaning, plus insurers for I. Bernstein and others pending.
In equity court Judge Richardson sent petition for attachment for contempt to master F N Nay in Lynch Wood ward v John T Cashman and others. The dispute stems from a strike by the plaintiff companys employees installing steam fittings at the Majestic Theatre. Defense urged court to hear case directly.
A Balmoral Lace Shoe claims to unite three or four styles in one. It promises exceptional comfort with adjustable ankle and instep features. The ad invites readers to try a single pair for better fit and ease.
Manila Dec 2 Orders from Washington direct that Major Edward F Glenn of the Fifth Infantry be tried again for alleged cruelty in the Samar campaign. He is charged with ordering executions of native guides and will appear for trial as General Davis convenes a court martial.
A dated puff on the Osmo-Chemic light cure in the Boylston Building claims it cures tuberculosis and is endorsed by King Edward and Queen Alexandra. It touts benefits after treatment such as relaxed muscles, rested faces, and rejuvenated women, while noting ozone generation and broad accessibility for rich and poor alike.
Lester Cushing writes from Newtonville on October 15 1082 confirming his wife’s cancer treatment is improving and that her mother and he himself have benefited from Osmo-Chemic physicians. He asserts his testimonial is true and urges consultation with Osmo-Chemic doctors for similar relief.
Osmo-Chemic physicians invite patients treated by others for catarrh asthma bronchitis consumption cancers or tumors who have not improved. Those continuing care after repeated false encouragement are urged to seek examination and trial light treatment free of charge before December 15.
Toronto detectives locate George Clarke the Pittsburg magnate’s son in South America and decline to seek his return unless Lynn Massachusetts pursues him. Clarke fled the U S, was arrested in Toronto, bond posted by a friend, and later forfeited. Clarke’s family vanished. Massachusetts may sue the bondsman to recover. Lynn police report a South America sighting but expect little action.
Richmond Virginia December 2 Dr R B Ware a Virginia Legislature member introduces a bill claiming kissing spreads disease to prevent epidemics. The measure states a physician may testify of weak lungs making the defender guilty of a misdemeanor with fines per offense.
A mother’s severe dental loss left her unable to chew and sufferings deepened. A physician recommended Grape-Nuts, fed with cream, and within weeks she improved dramatically. Three months later she is healthier, stronger, and fleshier, crediting Grape-Nuts as the usable nourishment unavailable from other foods. Name given by Postum Co., Battle Creek.
Marion town celebrates after Plymouth jury finds seven defendants not guilty of rioting and tarring and feathering. Welcome home procession forms at the post office as schoolchildren and residents cheer with flags, horns, and cheers for Bates Andrews Silva and others. The only unresolved matter concerns Hiller’s lingering charge.
An advertisement asserts relief from cancer pain and suffering with near-immediate coughing relief for consumption. It promises softening of lymph nodes and disappearance of lymphatic enlargements, including distant ones not treated directly. Claims removal of cachectic color and skin tone improvement, overall health up, and a cure for a number of malignant growths.
D Connors of 129 Chambers St Boston recounts five to six years of stomach trouble with poor results from doctors. After X-Ray diagnosis revealed intestinal indigestion, Osmo-Chemiec treatment brought marked improvement and relief, with Connors declaring himself a new man and recommending the treatment.
The Osmo-Chemic Physicians advertise free X ray examinations using a Fluroscopic attachment to inspect all body parts and determine the cause of illness with certainty. No charge for the exam.
Emily H Riese daughter of Augustus and Mary A Riese 29 funeral from 82 Dexter avenue Wednesday December 3 at 8 30 am Requiem at Church of the Sacred Heart 9 30 Interment Mt Benedict Cemetery West Hoxbury Newport R EL Kelley William S Kelley 25 died December 1 funeral from sister Mrs James S Barron 452 Windsor street Wednesday December 3 at 8 15 am Requiem high mass Sacred Heart 9 am Interment Mt Benedict
Mrs Winifred Birmingham of 19 Greenwich Dorchester Massachusetts says fourteen years of tumors on both sides with prior ovary removals and bronchitis improved after Osmo-Chemic treatment following X Ray findings of fallopian cysts and fatty mors etc. She credits Dr Plunkett and Osmo-Chemic doctors as a godsend to those suffering from tumors.
Mr. J H Reed of 317 Fast Eagle St Fast Boston reports a cancer in the temple and under the eye causing severe pain. After a single Violet Ray treatment from Osmo Chemic doctors the pain disappeared and has not returned.
J L Plunkett M D chief consulting physician. permanent offices suites 8 9 10 third floor Boylston Building entrance 18 Boylston Street Boston Mass. Office hours 9 am to 12 m 1:30 to 4 pm 7 to 8 pm daily. Office closed Sunday.
Charles H. Webster a letter carrier at Station A South Fund was arrested by post office inspectors for stealing from mail letters containing money. He pleaded guilty before United States Commissioner Fiske and is held in 1500 pending grand jury action. He is 50, married. Four decoy letters were prepared and a marked dollar bill was found in his vest pocket.
Announcement from New York lists actress Georgia Cayvan, former Lyceum Theatre leading lady now in a sanitarium, reaching end of resources. A January benefit on the second Tuesday will be staged with actor Daniel Frohman arranging a program featuring many prominent New York attractions to provide her comfort.
Dr Koch returns from London Tuberculosis Congress with endorsed treatment for consumption, catarrh, and asthma. At 861 Boylston Street Boston the Koch Lung Cure offers free consultation and trial, using an inhalation method to deliver healing vapors. They claim hundreds cured and will share names and addresses on call.
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