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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1900
Page
2
A writer advises that swallowing medicines won’t cure chest colds and sore throats. Instead, rub Omega Oil on the throat and chest to subdue inflammation, claiming it is vastly better than plasters and should be used promptly.
Horace J Hayden vice-president of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad was found dead at his West Seventy sixth street home. A fourth floor window was open and he appeared to have fallen after a shortness of breath attack. Hayden, 62, Harvard ’69 graduate, directed about twenty transport firms and held senior posts at the railroad. He leaves a widow and three children.
The Saturday Review condemns President McKinley’s message to Congress on the Philippines as containing no truth. It cites Frederick H. R. Sawy and highlights his claim of a "hideous orgy of murder, plunder and slave-raiding in Mindanao" as part of its critique.
Mayor Proctor signed a new curfew ordinance in Somerville prohibiting anyone under 16 from being on streets or public places after 9 o clock until sunrise unless under adult supervision or employed in duties written by a parent or guardian. Violations carry a fine. The nightly three beat fire alarm signal will likely sound tonight to mark enforcement.
About 40 members of the Boston Alumni Association of Phi Kappa Psi attended the annual dinner at Young's last night with representatives from Eastern and Western colleges. G. B. Barker of De Pauw University presided.
Elijah Brock, a well to do farmer aged 84 from Meaderboro Corner near Rochester New Hampshire, died this afternoon by shooting himself while suffering melancholia. He leaves a daughter and three sons.
The Public School Association held a rally at Knights of Horor Hall Roslindale. William B. Libby chaired with speakers A Lawrence Lowell George A O Ernst and Edwin D Mead. Lowell warned immediate improvement in Boston schools amid alleged committee mismanagement and warned wards may sue.
Mayor Proctor of Somerville has signed a five year contract with Somerville Electric Light Company to replace open arc lamps with alternating enclosed arc lamps. machinery will be installed promptly to match Boston street lighting standards.
Messrs Adam Morrison of Hyde Park and Robert Valentine of Boston will meet at the Post sporting department Monday evening at 8 to arrange terms for a horseshoes turning contest. Both are expert turners and eager to set up a match with Hyde Park meeting Boston as needed.
Representative Temple A Winsloe of Ward 21 issues a statement urging supporters to vote Tuesday for Robert A Jordan, Republican nominee for Alderman in the tenth district. He says Jordan's return to the board is ardently desired by all Republicans.
In Peterboro New Hampshire a large combined warehouse owned by Samuel Anderson and the Peterboro Shank Company burned tonight. Structural loss includes sashes doors blinds and lumber with Anderson’s share valued at 2500 dollars and the Shank Company’s share at 500 dollars. Insurance coverage totals 2500 dollars.
The seamen's fair in Lorimer Hall Tre mont Temple for Phineas Stowe Seamen's Home on North Bennet Street continued to attract large crowds yesterday with robust sales reported.
London dispatch reports Mr Chamberlain proposing civil administration for the Orange River and Transvaal with Milner as governor. He outlined three aims: end guerrilla war, establish crown government after pacification, and advance toward self government. Debates touched on farm burnings, amnesty, and costs totaling 461.5 million for the year.
Edward F Mullholland an actor was arrested last night charged with stealing 205 dollars and an umbrella. The umbrella was recovered. Mullholland from Canton Ohio. In Reynolds Hotel three rooms were occupied by Mullholland Charles W Morris Jr and W J Keating. On Nov 21 Mullholland borrowed 30 dollars from Keating repaying with an IOU but Keating left with 80 and Morris with 125. The police say Mullholland climbed in over transoms and had displayed his IOU to a friend before being taken into custody.
The Portuguese Benevolent Association of Massachusetts prepares for the Immaculate Conception celebration at Lusitana Hall, 164 Hanover Street. High mass and a sermon by Father Pimentel will precede an evening banquet and speeches by Viscount de Vale da Costa and other Portuguese leaders. Established 1866, the oldest Portuguese group in the United States holds this gala yearly.
Mrs. R. F. Miller of Bedford City credits Postum Food Coffee with restoring her health after coffee caused vertigo and headaches. She notes nine months of use without medicine, praises proper preparation, and warns against boiling too long to mimic coffee’s flavor.
Three of the five crew members of the Gloucester schooner Mary A. Brown were recovered along New Hampshire shores. Charles Green was found at Breaker Rock’s lodge, Captain Arthur Eldredge was also recovered, and Abraham Perry aged 60, the cook, was found on an island near Hampton River five miles from the wreck.
New York Dec 7 The National Trotting Association board met in the afternoon and issued several decisions while hearing only one case. James Golden and John Cheney were fined 100 and suspended for pulling their horses at Readville Sept 26 1900. The Devereaux case ruled that a cup race record by John McKerron stands at 2 10 from Readville Sept 19 1900. M B Wilcox of Westfield was denied release from suspension for non payment of entrance fees.
Members of the Chelsea Woman's Club assisted by a boy choir presented the entertainment From Court to Colony at the Chelsea Academy of Music. Mrs. Elizabeth M. Landerkin arranged and read the story as tableaux appeared on stage. Soloists included A. Louise Hutchins Lucie A. Tucker and Annie Wing Smith with many ladies in character.
A four car special train arrived at Cunard wharf East Boston from Chicago carrying 125 passengers. They plan to travel to Sweden to spend the Christmas holidays, a season dear to their homeland.
John Kelly of Waterbury Connecticut defeated local wrestler John Jttle in a catch as catch can match at City Theatre Brockton winning two straight falls. The first fall lasted 63 minutes with a hammer lock and the second fell in 6 minutes 15 seconds. The bout was for 500 dollars a side.
A cold that lingers can develop into chronic catarrh affecting nose throat bronchial tubes or stomach. The ad promotes Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as the internal remedy that cleanses the blood and mucous membranes to relieve symptoms and cure catarrh, with all druggists selling full-sized packs for 50 cents.
The Teamsters Benevolent Association marked its thirteenth anniversary with a ball at Odd Fellows Hall last night. Over 1000 dancers enjoyed a 24-number program, an elaborate menu, and a grand march led by Secretary and Mrs. Sullivan. Notable attendees included ex-President Grady and Mrs. Grady, Walter E. Bryant, and many ladies in silk gowns with lace and chiffon trimmings across a wide range of colors. The preliminary concert featured Scottish songs and dances by young performers, followed by appearances from clan leaders and club chiefs, with extensive formal attire described for numerous guests. The event showcased formal attire in gray, pink, blue, black, crimson, and lavender silks, satins, and velvets, complemented by diamonds and lace.
In the Class B billiards tournament preliminaries at Knickerbocker Athletic Club, Paige of Boston shines with 300 and 280 scores but fails to secure finals due to lower grand average. Ferguson withdraws to allow Paige a finals chance. Billiter defeats Presley 300 to 174 as finals set by city pairings.
A fragment lists women’s dress colors and fabrics including Miss Mamie Doherty Miss Lizzie Collins Miss Annie Halloren Miss Jennie Fox Miss Nellie Fraher Miss Annie McCarthy Mrs Thomas Gorman Mrs William Linskey Miss Mary Murray Miss Annie King Miss Julia Hampton Miss Kitty Tracy and Miss Mayme Hampton with varieties of silks chiffons laces and trimmings noted in plum rose blue lavender and red tones.
The annual Interscholastic Ice Hockey League schedule meeting was held at 38 Gray's Hall in Cambridge last night. Every team was represented and drew up a slate of games promising exciting contests before the championship is awarded.
Scores from last night show Lawrence defeating Plymouth 7 0 at Lawrence Plymouth, Waterbury beating Meriden 7 4, New Haven prevailing over Springfield 7 6, Gardiner edging Bath 6 5, and Clinton defeating East Weymouth 6 ?
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