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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1902
Page
6
Advertisement touts W L Douglas as the top maker of $3.50 shoes, selling more than two other firms combined. Claims equal to higher priced rivals in wear and style, with worldwide reputation and sales growth shown by figures. Lists store locations in Brockton and Boston and other items.
A Boston Woman’s Charity Club hosted a kettledrum benefit at Paul Revere Hall for the Charity Club Hospital. An elaborate 6 to 8 pm supper featured floral table decor, violets, and a napkin butterfly centerpiece. Officers and directors presided over multiple tables while First Regiment Band provided music. Ice cream and cake, whist, and dancing followed, with a large crowd and a substantial fundraising result.
A reception last night at Dudley Street Baptist Church honored Rev. W. W. Bustard and his wife marking three years of his pastorate. The event, hosted by the Ladies Benevolent Society, featured 100 new parish members welcomed personally. Assistant pastor C. L. Page presided and spoke, with deacons Stanley Seaver, Edward R. Kimball and Albert E. Carr contributing remarks and musical selections by Miss M. J. Gerrish, Mrs. L. N. Andrews, F. D. Chubbuck, and W. E. Davison.
Antonio Frances faced a Municipal Criminal Court hearing before Judge Bly for the Jan 21 killing of John Chelia at a Leverett Street residence. He was bound over without bail for the next grand jury session.
At Young's Hotel last evening the Boston and Tufts Dental Alumni Association held a meeting and dinner. About 45 members attended led by president Dr J A Hopkins with F B Vogg as presiding officer and Marion L Woodward serving as secretary.
Nearly 10,000 residents were vaccinated as Roxbury and the South End officials completed a city wide effort. About 140 physicians worked through the night, with no serious trouble due to the Board of Health rule against forcible vaccination. Work continues today, likely finishing by week’s end across East Boston, the North, South, West Ends, Roxbury and parts of South Boston.
Master David Robinson, about 12 and of Russian origin, played a demanding Bach concerto Tartini sonatas including the Devil's Trill, and works by Vieuxtemps Schumann Keler-Bela and Tomavier. He showed strong intonation tone and technique for age but displayed overconfidence. Alfred De Voto accompanied well and the audience gave hearty applause. Floral tribute noted.
About 40 young people gathered for the birthday party of Lottie Newton in Malden. She received a gold watch and $20 gold piece from her parents. A fine musical program and refreshments followed, then a donkey party with prizes won by Miss Goodwin William Kimball and Miss Nellie Kimball.
An early 1900s advertisement extols Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a cure for throat weakness bronchitis digestion and general health. It features a testimonial from B C Henning of Corapolis Pa claiming significant weight gain after fifteen bottles and warns buyers to ensure the label bears the official bottle with the name blown in. The notice includes purchasing details and a request for whist counters and a medical booklet.
Children at the Perkins Institute for the Blind in South Boston received a one dollar legacy from 8 J Blaisdell. Some saved for shoes, stockings, or car fare to theatre, while others planned purchases or entertainment. Executor Dennis A Reardon addressed the group before handing out the funds. Managers of Boston theatres sometimes invite the pupils to performances, but lack of car fare has limited attendance for some.
Postmaster W B Taylor of Moxie Tennessee explains how the town received its name. Local lore notes initial proposed name Staley was rejected due to another office with that name. Neighbors and diners influenced by the drink Moxie led to adopting the town name.
Alderman F W Farwell staged his first entertainment as a theatrical impresario last night. The Kitchamankin Tribe No 42 Independent Order of Red Men hosted the first annual vaudeville show at Winthrop Hall Uphams Corner. The event was a success with participants including H S L Phelps FP W Roger K C Atwood W R Giles W A Coles Charles Eddy Joseph Nichols and William Grant.
The Pyramid Pile Cure is presented as a night suppository that treats piles by addressing internal factors and liver derangement. It claims rapid relief without drugs, noting cures after years of suffering and warnings against local salves or surgical results, with general price of 50 cents and a free booklet from Pyramid Drug Co. Marshall, Mich.
The Tremont presents King Dodo as the opening act of a robust opera season while Park matinees showcase chorus girls. Morocco Bound and Sins of the Night play Bowdoin Pavilion and Bowdoin Place. The Grand Opera House features The Great White Diamond with Happy Hooligan to follow. Castle Square Theatre curates The Power of the Press with The Nominee next week. Lucia at Bijou gains traction. Il Trovatore and The Stowaway headline Morrison’s Grand. Maude Adams closes at Hollis with Quality Street, Irving and Terry begin a three week run of Charles I. Keith’s promises first-class variety acts. Stuber’s banjo artistry wows crowds. Karmi at Austin & Stone’s electrifies, while Nickebeeon’s wild acts thrill at Bostock’s Animal Arena. Kathryn Kidder’s Molly Pitcher heads to Boston Theatre on Feb 24. Symphony Hall hosts Rotoli’s concert featuring Gounod and Palestrina, with a 250-voice choir and grand organ.
Public excitement rises over Paderewski's recital as his opera production in New York draws attention. Advance seats for the Wednesday February 19 recital at 2:30 p m opened yesterday, signaling strong demand for the concert by the renowned pianist.
The Massachusetts Street Railway Association held a monthly meeting at Young's Hotel last evening with Edwin C. Foster presiding and about 50 attendees. Special guests included C Peter Clark Howard Abell of New York Charles F. Gros venor Charles C. Pierce G Markem Haskell and ex Senator Frank Huntress.
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