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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1912
Page
11
An advertisement extols Stuart's Cypepsia Tablets for indigestion stomach distress and loss of appetite. It claims rapid relief from pain nausea belching gas and indigestion and notes the product is safe harmless and sold widely at drug stores for 50 cents per box.
A vivid ad urges readers to buy Aunt Jemima Pancake Flour for quick breakfast ideas. It features Aunt Jemima Rag Doll Family prizes and imported climbing dolls, claiming flour is self rising and made from wheat corn and rice. The copy promises tasty griddle cakes waffles and muffins and encourages coupons.
Pauline Kaplan testified in Harry Glassman’s breach of promise suit against Rebecca Rickless that the mother of Miss Rickless offered a $400 dowry and asked about a suitable match during a visit to Kaplan’s bathhouse on Poplar Street. The case centers on the alleged agreement and its breach.
In a Boston courtroom, Glassman admitted to a $400 dowry arrangement with Miss Rickless and described gifts including a $120 diamond engagement ring and a two pound box of candy. He testified he cried over the failed marriage plan and claimed money was sought for his name as a businessman though he denied seeking marriage for wealth.
The Terra Nova departs Christchurch to relieve Captain Robert E. Scott's British Antarctic expedition. Scott's party left England in June 1910 and has just returned to New Zealand from a second voyage to the Antarctic, bringing word he will winter there to finish work.
New York December 12 Herman Steinberg a 17 year old boy was arrested after allegedly declaring he would go to New Jersey and shoot President elect Wilson A loaded revolver was found in his pocket He is held without bail
A cold youth outside a police station, muttering that he would shoot Wilson and his boss, was searched, found with a revolver, and arrested for violating the Sullivan law. A fruit dealer testified to prior threats, the boy admitted them, and was held without bail.
Berne Dec 12 The Swiss federal assembly today elected former President Edward Muller as President of the Swiss Confederation. He is at present chief of the military department. M Hoffmann, head of the Department of Justice and Police, was elected vice president.
An old advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs as a safe, pleasant tasting laxative for children and adults. It claims to cleanse the stomach, liver and bowels without nausea or griping, urging mothers to keep it on hand and to ask for the California Fig Syrup Co product by its full name.
An advertisement highlights kidney and bladder symptoms from weak kidneys and urges use of Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a remedy. It promotes sample bottles and a free information book mailed from Binghamton New York, claiming broad reader eligibility and genuine offers.
Friends of Curtis Guild circulate letters to Republican lawmakers declaring him the leader urgently needed by the party to represent Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate. The missive praises his loyalty, independence from party bosses, and asks readers to share their views, with names tied to Gardner Estabrook Raymond McDonald Sherburne.
A December 12, 1912 circular by a self-appointed committee urges members-elect to keep an open mind regarding Curtis Guild for U S Senator from Massachusetts. Guild, then U S ambassador to Russia, cannot campaign personally but will accept if chosen. Guild’s long public service includes three terms as governor and a distinguished record.
Fire swept Brown City's business district causing hours of peril and cutting off contact with nearby cities. Five brick and business structures were destroyed with damage estimated at $20,000 while flames threatened broader devastation before firefighters contained the blaze.
The White Star liner Arabic arrived from Liverpool and Queenstown last evening with 572 passengers. Bad weather was encountered all the way, but the steamer made good time and reached here less than two hours after she was expected. She carried 15 saloon passengers.
The House of Commons committee stage passed the home rule bill amid demonstrations in London. Nationalists led by Jeremiah MacVeagh opposed making the Union Jack fly over the Irish Parliament building, prompting sharp exchanges with Mr. Balfour before the chamber adjourned. Premier Asquith and ministers received an ovation leaving.
Government aims to finish all bill stages before Christmas but a snap vote defeat blocks progress. Report stage now unlikely until after recess, pushing Lords consideration into January. Opposition leaders pressed divisions through committee, while ministerial supporters upheld large majorities and the government’s guillotine timetable crowded out many amendments.
In a heated Commons debate, a member rebuked an Irish leader and claimed the flag had been insulted inviting a note on flag usage. John Redmond replied that the Union Jack would fly in a contented Ireland once home rule passed, with Ireland having its own flag alongside. The proposal was defeated.
Edmonton, Alberta, Dec. 12 Charles Wolcott died here after months of illness. He fell 3000 feet from a balloon in South America 17 years ago, the only known person to recover from such a fall.
Worcester December 12. The Boston and Albany Chicago Special west bound was run down by an extra train just west of Worcester while standing on the high speed track awaiting a freight to clear. The rear car partly filled with passengers was damaged and the rear vestibule crushed. Passengers were alarmed and slightly shaken.
Gold West Chain in several patterns ranging 2.50 to 4.50. Solid Gold items with rope curb or link patterns priced 12.00 to 20.00. Gold Watch Charm assortment 1.00 to 3.50. Solid gold charms 5.00 to 25.00. Shaving Brush and Mug silver plate 2.50 to 8.00. Signet Rings richly carved 5.00 to 10.00. Sik Umbrella strong and serviceable 2.50 to 6.00. Military Comb and Brush Set 4.00 to 6.50 in satin case. Gold Watches in great variety. Wilson Bros prices always the lowest.
Advertises gold spectacles with crystal lenses for 5.00 and silverware sets priced from 3.95 to 7.50. Also lists percolators in nickel or copper from 4.50 to 7.50 and a fine cut glass assortment. Claims Wilson Bros prices are always the lowest.
Gold Bracelet in plain or engraved styles with hidden spring priced from 3.00 to 6.50. Silver Toilet Set in satin case ranges 5.00 to 8.50. Gold Signet Ring with assorted finishes from 3.50 to 10.00. Diamond Pendant with chain 10.00. Opal Circlet Ring 7.00. Circlet rubies emeralds at 5.00 to 6.50. Diamond Locket 8.00 to 25.00. Imported Opera Glasses 4.50 to 7.50. Morocco Opera Glasses 8.50.
Sliver or fine quadruple silver plate 75e 1.0 bo. Solid silver cups gold lined S08 6.00 7.50. Genuine Diamond Ring solid gold. Wilson Bros special 1.50. Comb and Brush Set including puff box genuine sterling silver in pretty eatin lined case 5.50. Toilet Set comb brush and pearl rat tle in moke case 5.00. Sterling Sliver Sundries and Novelties from 50c to 5.00 Visit our BSilverware Department lowest.
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