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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
5
An ad promotes Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges made from pure willow charcoal and honey. The lozenges claim to absorb gastric gas, improve breath, and aid digestion. Orders offer a free trial by mail from F. A. Stuart Co., Marshall, Michigan, with a 25 cent price per box.
William J. Bryan stated he prefers private life and does not rule out future candidacy. He said he plans to stay in politics for about twenty years and will oppose efforts to Republicanize the Democratic party. He noted six and a half million voters endorsed the Denver platform and pledged cooperation with its supporters.
A special Christmas service for night workers will be held at 4 o'clock Christmas morning at the Church of the Advent on Brimmer Street. The Rev W H Van Allen will conduct. A special car from Adams Square will reach the church by 4 AM, an innovation for Boston Episcopal worship.
Father Gasson tours major colleges to inspire the Chestnut Hill project. He cites Chicago University's unified, future‑proof design as the ideal model for the new Jesuit university. Architects from Boston and New York will submit sketches in about three weeks as fund raising continues toward a $1,000,000 goal.
A Worcester youth identified as a suspect in a fatal shooting confessed after police questioned him. He allegedly shot fisherman Jones on Half Moon Pond after showing him a revolver and arguing, then hid the weapon and disposed of evidence as he returned to town. Witnesses from the lake area may be called to reinforce the case.
The General Demand for a simple pleasant laxative is met by Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna from the California Fig Syrup Co. The product is shown as ethical, wholesome, and effective, preferred by the Well Informed. Buy the genuine manufactured by California Fig Syrup Co. only, sold by leading druggists. Price fifty cents per bottle.
Miss Ethel M Lowe daughter of Mr and Mrs James Lowe of Arlington Massachusetts elopes with Harry Doe son of Edson Doe a Vermont millionaire to a Providence justice of the peace. They will reside in Springfield for the winter and plan a South Newbury marriage next summer pending funds.
Mrs Laura A Bailey wife of Jason 8S Bailey proprietor of the Boston Department Store died at her home 200 Corey street West Roxbury after a six week illness. Born 1847 Cincinnati daughter of Lemuel Page married 1870. Funeral private at home conducted by Rev Ernest S Meredith with Edward Bullock singing. Survived by husband a brother Harry M Page and sister Mrs Augusta Goodwillie. Burial in Forest Hills vault awaiting mausoleum.
Every Monday Burdett College hosts new students at the different departments to begin orientation. The event welcomes freshmen and transfer entrants, outlining department contacts and campus procedures.
J G Phelps Stokes Mrs Rose Pastor Stokes and Franklin H Wentworth spoke to the Twentieth Century Club last evening at 3 Joy street on wage slavery class struggle charity and what to do. They argued workers lack control of production wealth is the product of labor and the system must be ended for all to benefit.
Testimony in the trial centers on Captain Hains and whether his brother was inspired to kill Annis. Thornton Hains shows anxiety over evidence as counsel hints at a defense shift and a possible surprise reveal. Witnesses describe gunfire sequences at Bayside Yacht Club and statements by the defendant.
An old ad promotes Cascarets as the best medicine for the holidays, urging parents to give Cascarets at bedtime to protect family comfort and health. It touts large sales and frequent use, calling Cascarets the world’s top seller with a 10c box price.
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