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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1904
Page
5
An advertisement extols constipation as a menace to the whole system and touts Iron-Ox Tablets as a tonic laxative. It describes four waste outlets, highlights bowels and kidneys as vital, and promises gradual, natural improvement without purgatives. Sold in a pocket case for 25 cents from The Iron-Ox Remedy Co. Detroit, Michigan.
Fire sweeps from Lexington to Pratt streets and Jones Falls, with dynamite blasts, military patrols, and bucket brigades as volunteers and fire crews fight the flames. Across South Street and Holliday Street many landmarks vanish, including the Baltimore Sun and National Hotel, leaving only ruined walls and scorched debris.
Baltimore February 8 Local fire crews aided by New York fire companies stopped the march of flames after burning of the Maryland and American Ice plants near Union docks The icehouses held the fire for three hours consuming the Norfolk wharf The Damast Packing Wilsons lumber yards Denmead Malting and Merchants and Miners Transportation buildings escaped major damage as fire officials praised the brave stand at the coal yard and eastern fire belt
A House bill introduced by Representative Exmerick of Illinois proposes a $1,000,000 appropriation to aid merchants and business interests in Baltimore rocked by a large fire. The measure was referred to the Appropriations Committee.
In Baltimore on February 8 a vast pile of so called fireproof structures burned to ash. The ruins will take months to clear as the entire bloc is carted away. An immense iceberg of debris 100 feet high stood amid the remains as a stark sight in the district.
The Somerville firemen plan an illustrated lecture in Union Hall on February 26 to replenish the relief association treasury depleted by sickness and deaths. The show will depict fires from America and Europe with canvases illustrating each incident in a fireman's life.
The Baltimore council met in a special session and unanimously approved requesting the Governor declare a 10 day holiday amid chaotic business. They also asked for a 30 day extension on all legal papers as the legislature quickly passed the bill.
Firefighters from four Baltimore engines battled a blaze at the Maine Ice Company plant on Wells and Philpot streets after a burning brand ignited tar roofing and ruined the building. The Bonnebaum Chemical Company next door also burned, storing thousands of gallons of gasoline in its cellar. Firemen faced chemical fumes and gasolene risks but prevented an explosion and stopped a wider catastrophe.
Baltimore reports that after inspecting over twenty safe deposit and bank vaults experts found most contents undamaged and probably uninsured, a finding welcomed by bankers and others in the area.
Baltimore faces a looming food and employment crisis after a devastating blaze. Colonel J Frank Supplee estimates up to 50 000 workers displaced, with $150 million in building losses. Officials mobilize troops, close saloons, and seek aid from New York as supplies and water worry officials.
A massive fire tears through Baltimore, creating oceans of flames and collapse in office blocks and stores. Firefighters battle winds and cross streets of damaged wires while militia enforce martial law at the President Street barracks as casualties, insurance gaps, and losses mount.
The advertisement claims a single treatment using hot water soaks with Caticera Soap and Caticera Ointment can cure hand ailments. Users are instructed to dry, anoint, and wear soft bandages or gloves at night for best results.
Major General H C Corbin arrived at Baltimore with the Atlantic division as the Sixteenth Infantry is ordered from Fort Slocum to Baltimore on a special train. Otts burg and Madison barracks units follow. Brig. Gen. Riggs did not request federal troops and believes Maryland National Guard can handle the situation.
An advertisement by C. A. Henderson of Austinburg Ohio promotes Orange Powders claiming prevention or cure of serious illnesses. The copy asserts effectiveness and urges readers to try the product.
The text defines catarrh as inflammation of mucous membranes in any body part and lists symptoms from headaches to stomach issues. It promotes Rexall Mucu-Tone as a remedy that reaches inflamed membranes via the bloodstream, drives out poisons, and reduces inflammation with a money-back guarantee if unsatisfied. It includes a testimonial claiming cure of nasal and bronchial catarrh and related debility.
Bridgeport Connecticut article praises Professor Ritchel for creating the original Parlor or Roller Skate and for inventing a brush making machine that revolutionized the brush industry.
President Theodore Roosevelt expresses horror at Baltimore’s catastrophe and offers federal help upon request. He sends a message to Mayor Robert McLane of Baltimore promising government assistance.
Governor Bates of Massachusetts expresses deep sympathy for Baltimore after a disaster and asks Mayor McLane to wire requests for assistance. The message emphasizes Massachusetts readiness to help and requests rapid contact to coordinate aid.
All residents express deep sympathy for Baltimore in its sorrow and offer aid and services as needed. Mayor Patrick A. Collins leads the message of support and assistance from city officials.
Baltimore Mayor McLane reports chaos after a disaster while receiving sympathy and offers from major eastern cities and several western towns. New York Mayor McClellan pledges assistance and New York banks say Baltimore can access reasonable help. Federal officials expect no immediate charges to Baltimore banks as recovery begins.
Labor notes report the Cooks Union 380 installing officers and 18 applicants as the union grows. Firemen's Union 353 votes to oppose a state engineers license bill while endorsing the present law if enforceable. Nine Boston hotels sign the union agreement as Waiters Union 80 notes. Bricklayers Union 3 burial for James Regan in Shannon Pike, Penn., with Cambridgeport sisters mentioned.
The Wright & Potter company, state printers, urge the Legislature to raise the contract price for state work due to recent wage increases.
A conference at the Revere House between Carriage and Wagon Workers' Union committees and Carriage and Wagon Builders' Association ended with the employers presenting a counter statement. It will be submitted for consideration at the union meeting tomorrow night at Machinists Hall.
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