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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1907
Page
2
The ad warns that many suffer kidney problems unknowingly and urges taking Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy. It claims kidneys require priority care to improve overall health and suggests the product supports kidney liver and bladder function.
In a private Finance Commission session investigators review the $100000 purchase of 16000 feet of land at Berkeley and Appleton for the Franklin Union building. Witnesses include broker Seth P. Snow and real estate expert John J. Cadigan amid questions over commissions and potential city profits. City Engineer Jackson also discussed planned bridge improvements.
Two manholes on Washington Street caused a loud explosion and fire alarm in Dorchester with flying debris and shattered glass. A second blast near Park Street intensified damage to a three story residence at 481-433 Washington, but no injuries were reported. Police and fire crews attributed the incident to a gas main leak.
Rev. Hugh O'Donnell urged Har rison avenue readers to vote with conscience at St. Philip's Church. He warned against political bosses and grafters and called for leaders who study issues and serve the community, insisting honest ballots protect the city from graft.
An advertisement guarantees relief from itching bleeding and protruding piles within 6 to 14 days with Pazo Ointment or a full refund. The claim emphasizes a money back guarantee and rapid improvement for sufferers.
In Somerville, the death of Ben Hadley at 103 Washington Street is marked as the loss of a wealthy, eccentric figure. He lived frugally, built a brick-making empire from Everett to Medford, and held real estate across multiple towns. Probate may reveal beneficiaries, including Walter M. Somerville, Clarence the printer, and George A. the painter, with brother George W. having died recently. He never married or joined secret societies and rarely spoke to others.
Dr. P. S. Henson delivered a Christmas talk titled Christ, the Desire of All Nations. The address drew interest from Methodist Club members.
Nearly a hundred alumni attended a reunion and banquet at Ford Hall honoring the Newton Baptist Theological Institution. Baptist secretaries from New England states joined by Rev Woodman Bradbury who presided in the president’s absence. Speakers included Professor John Manhan, Dr Clifton Gray, J C Robbins, Edmund David Webber, O P Gifford, N E Wood, and Rev Woodman Bradbury.
Bishop Goodsell led a Methodist vestry meeting recounting Western conference travels. He warned that north Iowa residents are selling farms for cash and moving to Canada to repeat the pattern of fortunes, predicting a gray-haired generation may witness Canada becoming part of the republic. Mrs. William Butler recalled missionary work in India near age 90.
An aged advertisement notes a household remedy claim for sunburn with Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil. It promises a 25 cent price and a refund if the product fails to heal, reflecting early 20th century consumer guarantees.
A brief item advertises Dyspeplets, sugar coated tablets in aluminum bonbonnieres priced 10e, claimed to aid sleep without narcotics. The tone matches a period advertorial offering a remedy for insomnia.
Hood's Tooth Powder now offered in a handsome enamelled can. Travel convenient and sturdy, will not break and retains fragrance. Price listed as 2d5¢.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev Harley D Maxwell pastor of the First Universalist Church Cross street will officiate and burial will be in the family lot at Mt Auburn Cemetery.
At St Peter s Church Meet ing House Hill Dorchester the Italian work Cor Mundum was performed by Boston baritone Joseph Ecker. It marked its first appearance in the country and drew praise from several choir directors present with plans for a repeat performance next Sunday.
Amid a split in Ward 8, Dan Kiley forms a rival organization to the Hendricks Club with Alderman Dan Whelton less active due to illness. Lomasney warns Dan of consequences as dissension grows after Bill Cuddy’s alderman defeat and Coulthurst votes.
Archbishop O Connell declares Catholic churches must shift to Gregorian chant leaving hundreds of women soloists who have shaped services for six decades. The change, ordered from Rome, replaces mixed choirs with sacred chant shrinking the role of noted soloists across Boston parishes and churches.
The Standard Egg Company at 111 South Market Street was entered between Saturday night and Monday morning with $225 stolen from an open safe. G Warren Ross dry goods in Dorchester reported goods valued about $30 stolen after a Sunday night entry. A small fire alarm from Box 211 reported a minor blaze at 83 Williams Street Roxbury Crossing injuring no one with $25 damage. Daniel Bunnell, 84, of Tileston Avenue Dorchester, was kicked by a horse at 1329 Blue Hill Avenue, breaking his right leg below the knee. A show window at 168 Washington Street belonging to George S Saunders was broken and eight revolvers valued at $68 stolen.
Richmond reports every Confederate camp in the South will urge celebration of the 100th anniversary of Jefferson Davis born June 8 1808. A memorial to his memory will be presented to the city in 1908.
From October to May colds are the most frequent cause of headaches. Laxative Bromo Quinine removes the cause. EF. W. Grove on box 25¢.
Otto Schmigler a Columbus tailor wounded Mrs Caroline Webster fatally and Miss Myrtle Spence seriously before shooting himself in the Webster home where he rented a room.
George W. Hoopes of Pleasureville was killed on the North Central railway. The body was found frozen.
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