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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1904
Page
2
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a natural, effective cure for dyspepsia. The copy argues the product restores a tired stomach, improves appearance, and social standing, citing essential digestive ingredients and universal availability at 50 cents a box.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a perfect substitute for a fatigued stomach. It claims tablets digest food like a healthy stomach, rest the organ, and restore strength, urging readers to buy from druggists for 50 cents a box. The copy touts universal efficacy and pharmacist dependence.
A social observer warns that mourning looks repel others as crowd dynamics shift with dyspepsia. The unnamed narrator notes melancholy men are avoided because they fear hearing troubles, while digestive distress is blamed for widespread hopelessness and loss of vitality.
A promotional note extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a true digestive aid that substitutes for stomach work. It claims the tablets digest food like stomach fluids, rest the stomach, and restore health, citing a Wisconsin case of lasting relief after three boxes. Available from druggists at 50 cents per box.
Senator George R. Wallace of Fitchburg leads the new committee on relations of employees and employers as labor policy looms this session. A clash over the picketing bill pits the new panel against the labor committee, each claiming priority and proper jurisdiction. Indignation mounts as charges arise that the special commission was appointed to tilt control toward one element.
A Boston newspaper summary details a Thursday committee hearing on multiple measures restricting sales of firearms and dangerous toys to under 16, licensing fireworks, and forcing licenses for certain devices. It also covers Friday’s debate on abolishing the death penalty, and a Friday look at theater safety bills including building departments, inspections, two foot aisles, and stage equipment requirements.
An old style advertisement claims a portable cure for a cold using a laxative pill. It warns refunds if the remedy does not work and mentions Grove's signature on the box. The copy is fragmentary with unclear branding and pricing.
The Jackson Club of Charlestown will host Hon. Howard Bene, a Senate member, as lecturer in an upcoming talk. The event draws attention as a Democratic club invites a leading Republican figure, with Representative James J. Mellen presiding and a large Charlestown turnout expected.
The Sligo Social Club held its monthly meeting at the hall on Union Park and Washington. The ball committee announced plans for tomorrow evening's charity dance and a vote of sympathy with Russia was passed unanimously.
Dr. Henson told Trémont Temple listeners that the wealthy on Wall Street and Boston financiers should be pursued for social reform. He urged lifting the imprisoned and aiding slum residents, recounting a gutter-dropped ring moment as a parable of hidden diamonds in need of help.
Mr. Max Mitchell, superintendent of the Federation of Jewish Charities, urged Ahvath Achin Lodge 174 and Eli Gram Lodge 234 to aid immigrants. He warned of consumption among Hebrews and urged federation for emergencies. He cited 40,000 aided by the free employment bureau and placed outside Boston to hasten Americanization.
Deputy Joseph H. B. Shaw is tipped as the next head of the State police by a well informed insider. The force reportedly backs Shaw while some criticize an early petition by Officer Neal before Chief Wade is buried. The governor is not expected to appoint this week.
A large meeting at Independence Hall outlined parade arrangements for March 17. Division 42 plans a 150 member turnout with P. J. Clements appointed marshal for the North and West end divisions. The Meagher fife and drum corps will precede the division, which will host guests at its hall after the parade.
The Rev George L Perin pastor of Every Day Church lauded Judge Emmons for enforcing laws while warning against contempt for the law. He urged support for lawmen, criticized police attempts to modify laws, and called the Chinatown raid an outrage against a weak people.
Judge Emmons spoke at the Young Men's Educational Aid Association rooms in Boston arguing stock playing is not gambling, comparing stock buying on margins to instalment purchases while criticizing horse racing bets as unfair. He urged mercy for drunks, defended board burdens, and touted the boxing crusade as ending prize fighting. Edward Brown and Dr Courtney attended, with Dr Holmes presiding.
Mr and Mrs Nathaniel Thayer of Commonwealth avenue and Fairfield street plan a small evening dance to honor the debut of their third and youngest daughter. The Miss Thayer is described as a brunette with striking beauty, notable dress sense, and a penchant for white evening gowns.
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