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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1901

Page

5

Omega Oil Promoted as Safe Soothing Remedy for Children

A vintage advertisement urges mothers to rub Omega Oil on children with sore throats or after play. It emphasizes its vegetable oil base, lack of turpentine or ammonia, and a soothing green color. The copy portrays Omega Oil as a household safeguard and a must have item.

Misses Whitney's Valentine Cotillon Lights Back Bay Society

Exclusive Boston society scene centers on the Misses Whitney of Brookline hosting a St Valentine cotillon at Paul Revere Hall. Mrs. Henry M. Whitney appears as a reigning belle while daughters display simple white gowns amid designer outfits. Ushers include Gardiner Frothingham and Phillips among others as dancing lasts late with a costly valentine cotillion. New York guests from the 400 join in the fairyland setting on Huntington Avenue.

St. Valentine Cotillon Back Bay Paul Revere Hall Whitney Henry M. Whitney Brookline Clarence Wadsworth Commonwealth Avenue Beacon Hill J. Pennington Gardiner Brooks Frothingham William Phillips Robert A. Jackson Roger Warner Roger Scaife Frederick Turner Ronald Lyman Barrett Wendell Valentine Cotilion Huntington Avenue Boston New York St. Valentine

Knight Trial Advances as Rebuttal Evidence Ends

The Knight murder case in Saco Maine nears verdict as all evidence and rebuttal testimony are nearly complete. Judge Powers will charge the jury after final pleas, with the wife and daughter’s testimony aligning with the defense.

Saco Edwin H. Knight Supreme Court Fannie Sprague Judge Powers Knight Earhier

Rebuttal in Locke murder case features disputed timelines

The trial's lengthy pleas hinge on Samuel S. Locke's character as defense witnesses cast doubt on time specifics. Letters and testimony, including Locke's own admissions, are used to challenge the coroner's inquest statements and the truth of key events surrounding Knight's trousers stain.

Samuel S. Locke Powers Higgins S. S. Locke Cyrus Goodwin Fannie Sprague James H. Miles Knight

Wolcott Fund Receives Large Donation Totaling 33796.03

Henry L. Higginson treasurer reports the Wolcott Memorial Fund has received 35790.02 from numerous donors listed by town and name. The record notes more than 500 contributors whose gifts remain unacknowledged across cities including New Haven Gloucester Manchester and Boston with many individuals named.

Henry L. Higginson Governor Wolcott Memorial Fund Milk Street Loston New Haven Conn Frederick W. Roberts Tenet Reynolds Peek Edwin A. Street Sudbury Atherton W. Rogers Bessie F. Rogers Atherton W. Rogers Isadore C. Rogers Catherine St. Rogers Gloucester George E. B. Streple Adeline W. Wroctor William H. Jordan Lacey A. Proctor Manchester Alfred 5. Jewett J. Merrill Raymond C. Allen An Mus QC T. Urquhart George I. Allen John Iuker Rockland Lewis Heed Everett Lane Iddleboro Harry DP. Sparrow Roger Peirces Atwood Highlandville Willum Carter Boston Herbert R. Wallace Caroline TB. Boyd South Framingham Jenne N, Marshall Hopkinton Catherine T. Thompson Franklin George BR. Win- Bor Sasadena Cal Joseph JD. Wild West Roxbury Robert Wf. Allen Winthrop A. Floyd Helen J. Gove H. 8 Floyd

Divorce filings reveal marriages after invalid decrees

In Milwaukee Wisconsin on February l a report shows more than 100 residents who believed they were divorced are still married. The discovery stems from lack of recorded fee payments in cases where divorces were granted, indicating many decrees may be invalid.

Milwaukeee Wis Feb. l

Democrats Attack Extravagance in Sundry Civil Bill Debate

Washington February 13 Democrats launched a broad critique of Congress spending in the sundry civil appropriation bill. James D. Richardson estimated total appropriations for this session at about 500 million dollars, compared with roughly 470 million four years ago.

Washington Congress James DD. Richardson

Enlist 33 000: War Department plans full army strength

Washington reports the War Department aims to recruit to the full authorized strength of 100000 men with about 33000 new enlistments. Officials acknowledge it will take time to reach that level though progress is expected as recruiting agencies come online. Over 40 recruits were obtained last week with better results anticipated.

Washington War Department

Treasury report counts 1331 U.S. ships in foreign trade

The Treasury sends a Senate reply with a navigation commission report listing 23 533 merchant vessels in the United States and 1331 registered for foreign trade totaling 826 694 tons. Of these 964 are sailing ships. The report notes 2 906 997 dollars would exceed actual subsidies if the bill had passed, and cites impracticality in detailing coasting vessels and foreign flag holdings. Twelve foreign ships are contracted to be built before February 1, 1899 to meet bill terms.

Washington Secretary of the Treasury Senate Commissioner of Navigation United States

Electoral Vote Counted In Federal Session

The 1896 electoral tally declared in joint session shows McKinley and Roosevelt with 282, Bryan and Stevenson 15. Officers present note credentials, as spectators fill the galleries and a faulty Florida miscue by Mr. Grosvenor amuses the room.

Washington Senate House McKinley Roosevelt Bryan Stevenson Frye Grosvenor Ohio Richardson Tennessee S’rye Bennett Ransdell Henderson Messrs. Chandler New Hampshire Calfery Louisiana Congress United States

Senate confirms all presidential nominations for brigadier general

The Senate today confirmed all presidential nominations to the rank of brigadier general for the U.S. Army. The action, reported from Washington, marks final approval of the listed officers.

Washington Senate

Still Everyone Has a Chance to Make Very Easy Money

A lengthy list of names and addresses follows, stating recipients of Sunday Post coupons claimed by 5 PM yesterday. The roster includes numerous residents from Roxbury, Charlestown, Somerville, Cambridge, and surrounding areas, with many street addresses and some organizational titles.

Sunday Post

Boston Sunday Post Coupon Contest Offers 58 Prizes

The Boston Sunday Post runs a coupon contest offering 58 prizes including one $500 total, with $100, $50, $25 and ten $10 prizes plus forty five $5 prizes. Open to all, no coupon limit, entries due March 1, 1901 at 6 pm. Send to Competition Writer The Sunday Post Boston.

Sunday Post Boston Boston Sunday Post The Boston Daily Post

City Firemen Salary Increase Backed by Committee

The joint committee on the fire department reports a new resolution by 4 to 3 vote urging higher salaries for the fire department members. The plan mirrors the prior proposal but omits any raise for privates.

Joint Committee On Fire Department

Grippe Saps Strength Prompting Emulsion Remedy

A vignette from a 1900s ad describes grippe fatigue and recommends Scott's Emulsion as the best restorative. The doctor orders rest at home and suggests the product, with a free sample offered and the New York address for Scott & Burne.

Scott & Buwne Pearl Street New York

Stage Highlights and Theatre Announcements in Boston

Special request John Clare presented A Pair of Spectacles at Hollis Theatre with Gilbert Hare debuting as Uncle Gregory and Miss Vanbrugh as Mrs. Goldfinch. Adele Block born Feb 12. Way Down East and Self and Lady wrap up at Tremont and Park. Ada Rehan charms at Museum in Sweet Nell of Old Drury. My Lady Dainty to debut Feb 22. The Old Home stead and Ben Hur cast draw large crowds. Colonial shows Bench thriving. Rose Melville shines in Sis Hopkins at Grand Opera House. The Little Minister tops Castle Square stock. Boy Scout at Grand Theatre. The Burgomaster debuts at Columbia. Doherty’s poodles dazzle Boston Music Hall. Keith’s newsdays crowded. Governor Crane among latecomers. Street in Algiers and Whirling Rosa headline Austin & Stone's attractions.

John Clare Hollis Benjamin Goldfinch Mr. Hare Gilbert Hare Uncle Gregory Hare Miss Vanbrugh Adele Block Abraham Lincoln Miss Block Tremont Self and Lady Park Ierbert Kelcey Effie Shannon Lady Dainty Ada Rehan Nell of Old Drury Museum Washington Denman Thompson Boston Colonial Rose Melville Sis Hopkins Grand Opera House Ward Vokes Severin de Deyn Cottoning Bowdoin Square Castle Square Theatre Wood Grand Theatre Columbia Nat M. Wills Howard Keith Governor Crane Doherty Boston Music Hall Algiers Austin & Stone's

Recital in Steinert Hall Showcases Faelten School Students

The Faelten School concert filled Steinert Hall with a panoforte recital featuring solo and ensemble pieces by pupils. Notable performances included Reinecke Op.77, Clementi, Bohm, Grieg, Schubert, Schumann, Mendelssohn, Jensen, and Spindler selections. A separate notice promotes Paine Furniture Company’s four day clearance sale with marked down rugs drapery and upholstery, plus a rail schedule advertising routes to western states and British Columbia.

Faelten Steinert Hall Gladys Adella Reinecke Marie Mahoney Clementi Bohm Grieg Anna Zemke Harry L. Bultekan Schubert Sarah McKeen Wiliams Schumann Miles Bessie Allen Helen Bulle Vera Legg Burgmueller Helen Jones Maude Shaw Florence Hawkins Walsh Charles Calkins Mendelssohn, Jensen, Schutte, Kuhe Spindler Orother Paine Furniture Company

Middlesex Grand Jury Expected to Report by Friday

The Middlesex grand jury is expected to report by Friday or sooner, signaling a timely proceeding. Officials indicated the panel is prepared to convene and review pending cases as scheduled.

Middlesex

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