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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1914
Page
4
Jean Ors, a young French engineer, jumped from an airship after reaching 600 feet. He descended in 93 seconds using his own parachute invention, tested aboard an aeroplane piloted by Alfred Lemoine in Bo Jovisy France on February 12.
Advertised remedy claims ordinary mercorized wax used nightly turns rough or discolored complexions into smooth youthful skin within a week to ten days. It promises removal of chaps pimples blotches liver spots freckles and even deep wrinkles with a warm water rinse and a Saxolite face bath for severe lines.
Sufferers with weak lungs need upbuilding Eckmans Alterative a remedy for the throat and lungs. A Springfield Massachusetts case shows weight gain from 120 to 140 pounds after use. Proven by years of testing for severe throat and lung affections and upbuilding the system. Sold by leading druggists. Write Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia for booklet.
Lincoln's anniversary was celebrated yesterday with school exercises and events by patriotic political and religious groups. Grand Army veterans led ceremonies, recalling the heroism of the martyred president who guided the republic in its hour of danger and trial.
Descendants of Revolutionary heroes gathered at the Hotel Vendome for a Lincoln Day celebration under the Ex-Regents D A R Club. Governor Walsh and other speakers addressed a largely female audience. The event honored Lincoln with remarks on equality and opportunity. The Sons of Veterans placed a wreath on the Lincoln statue in Park Square after the State House exercises.
About 150 survivors of the Middlesex Club gathered at the Brunswick after its last Lincoln night banquet with over 1000 members. Ex Congressman Samuel W. McCall delivered sharp Republican critiques of the Wilson administration.
The Middlesex Club listened as Rev. Edward Cummings of Cambridge delivered a speech referencing Edward Hale and a 50 year prophecy about New England. Members praised the sermon while discussing politics, the tariff, currency bills, and President Wilson's impact on the Democratic Party.
A crowd of about 150 progressives shivered two hours at Faneuil Hall for a Lincoln birthday gathering. Leader Joseph Walker, head of the Progressive legislative bureau, wore a fur coat and shifted in his seat as he struggled to don his hat amid the cold observance.
An exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Robert Vonnoh and Bessie Potter Vonnoh opens at the Doll & Company gallery, featuring Wilson family portraits and works by the artists.
In Faneuil Hall the crowd heard T Benton Kelley Civil War veteran and Matthew Hale chair of the Progressive State committee argue Republicans cannot win without Progressive support. Hale claimed the party seeks new votes to elect Charles Sumner Bird governor as Cosgrove and Joseph Walker followed.
Rich ards galleries presents a two week show beginning this morning through February 25 at 9 am to 5 pm featuring nearly 60 paintings headed by Mrs Woodrow Wilson and daughters and Mrs Francis B Sayre. The sculpture exhibit includes 29 pieces including a work by Mrs Sayre loaned by Mrs Woodrow Wilson. Robert Vonnoh, pupil of Boston Normal Art School and Julien Academy, is a National Academy member with honors from Paris and Pan-American Exposition. Bessie Potter Vonnoh, pupil of the Art Institute of Chicago, is an associate National Academy member with medals from Paris and St Louis. works reside in the Art Institute Chicago and other collections.
Try Ely's Cream Balm to open nasal passages and relieve head cold symptoms. A small bottle dissolves in the nose heating to soothe inflamed membranes, stop discharges, and provide immediate relief. promise of disappearance by morning.
Solomon H Goodman aged 20 a salesman at Sudbury Manufacturing Co was arrested by Inspectors Sheehan and Gaddis for forging the name of Max Lewis manager to ten checks and depositing them to his own account at Exchange Trust Co He admitted taking 850 since last September and said he planned to repay the money.
A vivid color problem picture graces the upcoming Sunday Post, promising a striking image readers will want to frame. The page hints at a bold tribute to photography and visual storytelling.
An article touts a Parisian style weight loss via daily or every-other-day baths using Clarks Thinning Salts. It warns against fat and heart risk, claims fat dissolves after 15 to 18 baths, and notes medical approval and store availability across major retailers. It advertises a 24-bath program and provides distributor details.
Resinol promotes its efficacy for itching and skin eruptions while warning customers of crude imitations sold by unscrupulous dealers. The ad urges inspectors to verify genuine Resinol in opal jars with blue cartons and blown-in branding, with trial sizes offered free by Dept. 42-R in Baltimore, Maryland.
Advert announces Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as the premier kidney liver and bladder remedy. Claims mild immediate effects and a sworn purity certificate with every bottle. Offers sample by mail from Dr Kilmer & Co Boston and Binghamton with payment and address details.
New York February 12. Charles H. Lord a floor walker at a Sixth Avenue department store fainted and fell head first into a glass show case. The broken glass cut his throat and he bled to death.
Article notes A M Gould of Malden Mass and W A Varney promote Var-ne-sis as a remedy for rheumatism. Gould testifies his pain ceased after using it and he discarded crutches. Varney cites exhibitions in Boston area and urges consultations at the Boston office and druggists stocking Get Varnes.
Mrs. Bernice Carter of Pine Street New Sedgwick Maine reports her five month old daughter suffered severe eczema with blisters and raw sores. After using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment the child recovered in one month. The ad promotes hot baths and free sample offers and claims effectiveness for skin and scalp diseases.
An ad claims a Mexico grown Diabetes Herb treatment swiftly lowers sugar levels and restores vigor. It offers a 25 cent trial for a 50 cent package plus a free diet booklet and food value table, with mailing to Ames Chemical Co. Box 187 B Whitney Point New York and availability in Boston at Riker Jaynes Drugs Co.
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