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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1910
Page
5
The Robnett Hesler case unfolds with Hesler admitting a prior engagement and a Fort Warren trip boast linked to Dr Cowles. Robnett kisses Hesler in court corridor amid police and officer reactions, while testimonies from Cowles and Mrs Cowles surface about threats and photographs.
Advertisement asserts Pyramid Pile Cure cures piles with testimonials and a free mail sample. Readers are urged to send name and address to receive a trial package, promising relief without surgery or a doctor’s visit. If effective, purchase at 50 cents per box from a drugstore.
A printed coupon form directs readers to fill name and address on blank lines and mail to Pyramid Drug Company, 241 Pyramid Building, Marshall Michigan. A sample of Pyramid Pile Cure will be sent free by mail in plain wrapper.
The Newtowne Club in Cambridge presented Cactus Land a two act musical comedy last night at their Massachusettts avenue clubhouse. Messrs Hill and Scott wrote the witty production with lively songs including Tioney Moon performed by W. R. Anderton. Leading roles were played by W. I. Merver Jr S. F. Shannon H. M. Tolar A. B. Dolan FF. iE. Allen H. G. Austin and EH. I. i. Tittle with Norman F. Xavia as Manuela praised for dancing and J. L. Brown and Dr. G. T. Page cited for fine character work.
Suffolk district attorney Pelletier signals a grand jury inquiry into the high cost of meat and essentials prompted by the No Meat Club. He will present their letter and his reply to the Suffolk county grand jury near session end, with no witnesses to be called.
The text discusses fears that a general agitation could cripple Western meat producers by pushing them to shrink operations next year. It claims higher meat costs and substantial losses, while Western packers reduce shipments to Boston and increase exports to England. Cold storage is sparse aside from poultry, with fish dealers preparing for higher prices. William R. Scharton of the No Meat Club says investigations reveal a issue to be remedied soon and will present findings to the grand jury and U S District Attorney.
John L Sullivan secretly wed in a ceremony reported beside wealth details of the bride a major property holder in Sharon. The couple plan to reside at her Sharon farm after six months in the country with guests including family and friends at a pre dinner repast.
United States Attorney Asa B. French responds to a No Meat Club inquiry. He says he will investigate any citizen's complaint of Sherman act violations and will refer suggested offenses to the Attorney General for instructions. The letter notes he learned of the issue from newspapers after the Feb 4 letter.
Dealers foresee higher prices as a half empty cold storage warehouse limits supply. Meat shipments to Boston run at less than half previous levels, fueling sustained high prices despite promises of action by legal authorities. Rufus Wobey warns the boycott will worsen conditions in the future.
The Women’s Trade Union League will hold a reception on Thursday afternoon at the League home 7 Warrenton Street from 8 to 10 o’clock.
Riker Jaynes Drug Stores offer a trial bottle of D. D. D Prescription oil of wintergreen with thymol and healing ingredients for 25 cents. The remedy, sold for 1.00 a bottle for over ten years, is claimed to stop itching instantly and provide lasting cures.
The School Board approved notifying the auditor to require Edison Electric Light Company to remove its equipment from Mechanic Arts High School so the building can generate electricity for lighting. Plan provisions for an independent lighting plant were also ordered in the new High School of Commerce project.
The school board moves to discontinue electric light connections at Mechanic Arts High School after wiring switchboard work, authorizing the auditor to contract with Edison for auxiliary power not exceeding two kilowatts. The change stems from failing to obtain cheaper lighting from Molison Company, which held the prior contract at about 22 000 to 25 000 dollars yearly. A new Central Clerical High School is also established to train pupils in specialized subjects and raise qualification for better jobs and pay.
Everett report states that the inner door of City Treasurer Nichols’ safe was jammed this morning delaying the payment of city employees for several hours.
Experts from Boston were called as lines of policemen firemen and workers waited outside a Malden office. Mr Nichols found the outer safe door worked all night but the inner door bolt slipped, delaying access until a bank funded payoffs were completed and the doors regained operation.
Edmond Rostand's new play Chantecler had its first regular performance at the Porte St. Martin Theatre in Paris with Premier Briand and Cabinet members among the audience. Tickets resold at 40 to 50 francs as the house neared a sellout, reflecting strong anticipation.
Fitchburg Feb 7 Adams Crocker catcher on the Harvard University 1885 team, once regarded as one of the greatest nines, died of a shock at his home aged 48. He had been prominent in business in Fitchburg for years. He leaves a widow.
A telegram from Yerkes Observatory reports cyanogen bands found in Halley's comet tail. Scientists debate whether this poison could affect Earth if the tail or coma interacts with the atmosphere.
Bravery of nurses at Parkview Sanitarium in Savannah prevents a large fire after 18 patients are carried from a burning wing. Nurses fight through thick smoke with private fire equipment before firemen arrive, saving some patients. Affected area details and exact injuries are not disclosed.
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