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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1905
Page
2
In Girard Ixan on December 5 Irene Berry remains in undisputed possession of a railway coach barricaded since Friday. She has not eaten or slept, spoke to guards offering to kill her enemies but not everyone, and officers plan no immediate capture.
Walter Garrity aged 18 of 40 School street Cambridge was arrested yesterday by Boston inspectors on larceny charges for three bicycles. B S Anderson of 125 River street Cambridge reported his wheel missing on November 2 and Garrity is accused. Two additional bicycles valued at 50 dollars were charged against him.
St Augustine's Lyceum of South Boston votes to withdraw from the American Federation of Catholic Societies for Suffolk county citing the federation's boycott of Thomas J. Kenny, a member in good standing, for the School Board.
A Manitoba woman recounts crippling dyspepsia and paralysis from overeating greasy fare. After trying Grape-Nuts, she reports rapid health gains, restored digestion, weight gain, and renewed vigor, crediting the food with ending her suffering and bringing back the joy of living.
A private telegram from Dawson City Alaska reports eight men died when boats capsized in ice below Forty Mile. Among the victims is Alexander McLean former partner of world champion sculler James Stanbury. Stanbury the 1890 and 1899 champion, rowed against George Towns on the Parramatta River in Sydney. McLean had been in Alaska and Australian gold fields and was reputed rich.
After two days of legal motion the Rogers defense uses a possible new witness from a former prisoner to seek a death row reprieve through Lieutenant Governor Stearns. Authorities report no fracture injury to the victim and preparations for Friday’s execution proceed despite Rutland rumors.
In Provincetown Salvadore, once believed dead in icy Race Point waters, was found clinging to life after a daylong ordeal. A gasoline dory abandoned the search Tuesday as a southern gale raged, and Salvadore was later picked up by the Hattie Heckman on Middle Bank and brought to Gloucester.
Seven year old Francis Duggan of 9 Cottage Place was struck while crossing Washington Street and badly injured. He suffered a fractured collarbone and body bruises, and was taken to City Hospital by Station 5 patrol wagon.
In Fall River at the Academy of Music Miss Florence Mack of Buffinton stock company stabbed herself during the finale of A Royal Slave. The blade pierced her left breast almost two inches near the heart. Medical staff say injuries not serious.
Jennie Punskey an 18 year old Portland girl reported missing from her home has been seen in Boston by several acquaintances. A friend met her at a roller skating rink in Park Square and she told him she was living in Brighton. Police from Station 14 have been notified and a search will be conducted in that area.
Mary Mabel Rogers, sentenced to death for murder, was briefly rescued from Vermont custody by a U S justice last June. Three days before her execution US authorities again transferred her to Vermont officials, with Marshal Horace Bailey delivering the papers and the transfer occurring within minutes.
Mrs Ida A Colt of 19 Winter Street Newburyport Massachusetts suffered severe erysipelas with facial swelling and body pain. After two months without relief a friend advised Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. Within six boxes the inflammation and pain diminished and she resumed household duties. Pills sold by dealers or direct from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
Prison authorities fear a collapse as Mrs. Rogers appears too weak to survive the death warrant reading set for today. Officials monitor her condition and security plan amid the execution proceedings with legal deadlines looming.
In Windsor Vermont Mary Rogers sinks into despair as death nears for a murder already debated by lawmakers. The article notes five inmates spared death since 1898 and details her bleak health, isolation, and looming execution. Sheriff Peck will read the death sentence tomorrow. a postal card questions gubernatorial reprieve.
A letter to the editor argues against the hanging of Mary Rogers, calling it murder and premeditated when executed by the state. The writer favors life imprisonment over capital punishment and notes broad public opposition.
Osmo-Chemic physicians invite sick people to their Boston offices at 18 Boylston Street for a free one month course of treatment including all medicines and a thorough X-Ray examination and diagnosis before December 15 1905. Cured patients spread the word about their honest care and skilled practice.
Mrs. M A Stanwood of 538 Washington St Gloucester Mass endorses Osmo-Chemic light cure after a three year arm lump and pain improved with treatments. She claims the lesion shrank and pain ended and cites many others cured by the doctors.
Mrs Norris Hagger of 24 Batavia Street Boston Massachusetts says she suffered indigestion and was run down before consulting Osmo-Cemic physicians. She reports their light cure cured her indigestion allowing her to stand and walk well again and endorses their care.
Edward C. Crosby of 82 Mountain Ave Revere Mass says he suffered inflammatory rheumatism and found relief after visiting Osmo-Chemic doctors. He states his condition improved and he feels much better, endorsing their treatment and offers.
Osmo-Chemic physicians state they never accept a case without careful examination using X Ray and other instruments. They offer a perfect method of diagnosis at no cost if you apply on or before December 15.
A 63 year old man testifies to the Osmo-Chemic treatment's curative powers and gains life enjoyment through the system. He commends the noble institution and its work, expressing satisfaction with the care received. Signed Edward C Crosby.
Boston Transit Commission secretary says plans are nearly ready to convert the Old State House and Old South Meeting House into subway stations for the Washington street tunnel. The entrances will be reconfigured with minimal impact on interiors, sparking a regional debate among historical groups.
Woodbury Kane aged 50 died suddenly at his home 28 West Fourth Seventh Street New York of heart disease. He married in March to Mrs Sallie Hargous Elliot who had a 1901 divorce from Lt Duncan Elliot US Army. Kane was a Harvard alumnus active in polo and riding and served with Roosevelt's Rough Riders in the Cuban campaign.
No new action in the Fenway matter yesterday. Asa P. French, mayoral special counsel, will issue a formal statement to Mayor Whelton, not addressing merits. Public details unlikely before the Dec 12 election. no politics in the investigation per the mayor.
The entertainment committee of St Patrick's T A and IL Society of Roxbury completed plans for a winter entertainment series. The first whist party is set for tomorrow evening at the society clubrooms 431 Dudley Street.
Oscar Harrison, 23, is found murdered beside a road between Kingston and Woodstock after being seen with a Black man earlier. He is the son of Kingston water works reservoir No. 1 superintendent. police investigate possible motives and identities.
Mrs. Nelson Lowe of Walpole Massachusetts credits Osmo-Chemic light treatment with curing a serious bladder illness. She reports rapid health gains and regained flesh, praising the doctors and urging others to seek the same care.
An Osmo-Chemic Physicians ad urges readers to visit for liver and stomach disease assessment. It lists symptoms such as nausea vomiting belching diarrhea headaches and dizziness and promotes a free trial treatment after X-Ray examination.
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