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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
4
Miss Helen V Cadwell and Edwin K Adams aged 19 wed as a Halloween prank, both underage. Judge Fessenden annulled the marriage after Adams father sought to undo it, with both parties seeking its dissolution. Cadwell fled their boarding house and could not be located.
A Denver woman claims she is Mary Purcell wife of Patrick F. Purcell alias Pierce Moss. She says a 1887 Ireland marriage and Boston life precede his alleged Boston divorce and a new marriage to a Washington widow. Doherty, Mary’s father, defends his daughter’s independence and says he awaits proof.
Mohammed Ali Mirza rose after his father's death amid family power struggles as Persia's constitution and Parliament offered a limited, royal-administered government. The Shah's wealth, jewels, and the annual selection of 25 wives highlight a regime rich in ceremony yet plagued by graft and autocratic rule.
A printed prescription extols a home mix using fluid extract dandelion, compound Karyon, and syrup of sarsaparilla. It promises relief from bladder problems and rheumatism by cleansing kidneys and improving elimination, advising a teaspoon after meals and at night.
Boothbay Harbor reports the scout cruiser Chester finishing a preliminary one mile trial off the port and now leaving for Charlestown navy yard for further fitting and inspection by builders.
The Gilchrist Company Benefit Association held its sixth annual reception and dancing party at Paul Revere Hall. About 2000 attendees enjoyed 20 dances with moonlight waltz and barn dances, plus a banquet with turkey and delicacies. Key guests included company president Mr. Ferris, Mrs. Ferris and son Gordon, and officials A. W. Finney and R. H. Heartz.
Two separate earthquake shocks were logged on the Cheltenham Md magnetic observatory seismograph of the coast and geodetic survey as reported from Washington. The item notes a Senate amendment to the Aldrich currency bill proposed to bar bank and trust company officers from stock exchange membership. A brief, odd press snippet follows mentioning an “Orangerie” cure with a health tip.
Washington report notes a proclamation adding nearly 600000 acres to Modoc National Forest in northeastern California. Also Cortelyou sent to the House Speaker a recommendation for a 3 million dollar appropriation to build a new bureau of engraving and printing facility.
Peter W Horton aged 35 was found dead in his Providence home with death listed as natural causes at the People s Palace. Probate Court Judge McIntire ruled for Maria Loker of Waltham in a separate support petition against her husband Frank H Laker of Boston for desertion. Judge Lawton awarded 750 dollars in a civil injury verdict against Newton Street Railway Company in East Cambridge.
James Triner master at arms of the cruiser Washington received a letter from Secretary Metcalf commending his heroism after he plunged into the sea to rescue a companion who fell overboard.
Mayor John B. Beck of Chelsea refutes papers labeling him father of a Legislature bill to permit amateur boxing. He says a Boston man introduced it and aimed at pro bouts. Beck authorizes City Solicitor James to advocate the measure in its favor, but he opposes prize fighting and vows action to stop any such bouts during his mayoralty.
The Baquedano escorted the fleet north from the harbor as Valparaiso hosted a holiday to honor Admiral Evans. Thousands from Santiago and elsewhere lined hills and roofs to witness 1200 saluting guns. A banquet aboard the General Baquedano honored diplomatic guests with toasts to President Roosevelt and Admiral Evans.
A letter from Percy F. Brady, musician on the Kearsarge, sent from Rio de Janeiro to his mother in South Boston, describes a fleet visit with an American YMCA, city tours, a botanical garden, Corcovada mountain, and a five hour outing with dinner for $2. Brady notes mass attendance planned for a holy day.
Navy department releases a letter from John J. Slechta praising the fleet personnel for their high standards and cooperation during the fleet visit in Rio de Janeiro. The consul-general commends the sailors and officers for making the visit pleasant and extends thanks to all involved.
A dubious remedy advertised as Virgin Oil of Pine compound claims fast cold cure in 24 hours and promises a cure for curable coughs. The product is sold through druggists in sealed round wooden vials labeled LEACH CHEMICAL CO, while impostors use assumed names to hide fraud.
Boston Latin freshmen dominated the interclass meet taking 25 1 2 points led by Reginald O Callaghan who scored 14 of his class 26 1 2. Seniors were second with 24, juniors 15, sophomores 1 2. Events ranged from sprints to relays with several standout performances and no records broken.
N. J. Roughton president of the Oxford University Chess Club confirms acceptance for Oxford and Cambridge to join the Rice intercollegiate trophy match. The proposed date is March 21.
A vintage advertisement extols Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a cure for female ailments. It cites testimonials from Mrs Louise Jung and Mrs Emma Wheaton and invites sick women to write to Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts for advice.
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