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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1901
Page
2
Free distribution of Munyon's remedy promises rapid relief from rheumatic pains within hours and a cure in days, advertised as a physician’s approved treatment. The notice emphasizes nationwide availability and quick results for sufferers seeking relief.
Munyon's Rheumatism Cure and other medicines will be distributed free from Tremont Temple offices beginning tomorrow. Call for a vial, test the remedy at no cost, and consult Munyon's doctors for free medical advice. Open day and night at Tremont Temple.
Dominion liner Commonwealth, captain James McAuley, delayed an hour and a half entering Boston Harbor due to shallow water during quarantine inspection. Pilot Neilsen of pilot boat America refused to guide the ship to dock at low tide after quarantine, citing the greatest draft ever at dead low water. A heavy northwest gale prolonged voyage. 208 passengers aboard include saloon, second cabin, and steerage travelers.
February brings heightened risk of grip coughs colds fevers and other illnesses. The article urges all ages to take Hood's Sarsaparilla to purify the blood and maintain health tone to prevent insidious disease attacks.
Mrs. Ernest B. McKim of Back Bay sues for divorce on cruel and abusive treatment amid ties to Sylvester B. Breed of Lynn. The Suit mentions pre Breed evidence and notes marital strain after Breed scandal. McKim, son of Judge John W. McKim, has two children and denies alleged infidelity.
Superintendent of Streets B T Wheeler reiterates his typewritten claim that Barker told him of no teams no lumber no money no wharf no backing. Wheeler says he will take oath to verify his statements and notes Barker’s denial. He also confirms Alderman Miller’s connection to Leatherbee & Company but says it does not bar bid participation.
Competition Editor notes 90 competitors submitted enclosures and coupons by 5 p.m. with 1 to 138 per list. Names of those buying 10 or more will be printed daily. Sun day Post offers 58 cash prizes with smallest at 10 dollars and largest enough to buy 3333 copies at 3 cents, urging organized bulk purchases to boost coupon counts.
Seven year old James Monahan disappeared after delivering his father's lunch at the Watertown arsenal area. He was last seen near 6 Vineyard street Cambridge wearing a gray reefer blue sweater tam o shamrock cap black shoes and rubbers. He has a forehead scar and is described as stout but short for his age.
A compiled roster of names and addresses in Boston and surrounding areas listing competitors and the number of Sunday Post coupons each has received. Entries include James R. Hamilton, Corey Wetmore, Louise Dow, Joseph Brennan and many others across Roxbury, Charlestown, East Boston, Cambridge, Somerville and Lowell.
A large blaze in Pittsburg Pennsylvania destroyed the Armstrong Brothers cork factory at Twenty third and Alleghany Valley and the adjacent Totten Hogge Iron and Steel Foundry plant on Twenty fourth street. The loss is about 566000 with full insurance. Fire escapes and ladders saved all workers including many women and youths.
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Stephen M Walsh of Lynn the Democratic State secretary played peacemaker at Parker's cafe uniting Mon William McNary and Hon John B Martin long-time political foes. The reunion ends a twelve year silence and may shift ward 14 and nearby politics.
In Philadelphia on February 9, Mrs. M W Stringer of the Women s Christian Temperance Union says many women have pledged not to marry men who drink liquor or use tobacco. She asserts no member of the young women s unions would accept a man who drinks.
A Cincinnati firm offers a no cost trial of a hair growth remedy sent to anyone who mails their name and address with a 2 cent stamp. Testimonials from users in Montana Idaho Iowa Ohio Minnesota Texas and Massachusetts claim regrowth and relief from dandruff and baldness.
Miss Emma Emond of Salem Massachusetts was totally bald with hair follicles gone. A free trial remedy restored thick luxuriant hair after following directions. Report includes testimonials from Mrs Eliza Corn of Sutter Ohio and Freda C Grandburg of Danewood Minnesota.
Washington reports that U S officials now think a full withdrawal from Cuba is unlikely before next fall. Even if the Cuban convention adopts a constitution by April first, it will take months more to organize and operate the new Cuban government.
A five year old girl Gertrude Gross suffered severe burns when flames in a Temple street house ignited her clothing. Firemen from engine company 16 forced the door and rescued her before she was taken to City Hospital while her mother was away.
The Board of Assessors reported to Tax Commissioner Tretry at the State House that Boston’s assets exceed liabilities by millions. Figures include public buildings, parks, fire apparatus, sinking funds, and cemeteries, with total assets at $83,463,979 and a year-ago total of $106,019,516. New Bedford building on Middle Street burned due to a lamp overturned in the cellar, damaging Bates and Brightman property. contents insured.
The Saturday Post reports a mystery surrounding the true identity of a purported blind millionaire. Readers are asked to supply details or tips while investigators pursue leads and verify claims amid public interest and speculative chatter.
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