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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1905
Page
2
An advertisement offers Dr Shoop Restorative free full dollar bottle to heart sufferers who have not tried it. It claims to target the heart nerves and sympathetic system, linking heart trouble to stomach and kidney issues, and promises a practical home remedy with a mail order program and six different books. The copy asserts historic research and broad dealer network.
James C. Carter of 71 East Eighty eighth street New York dies after brief illness at 77. Funeral at All Souls Church February 17. Mary Clifford widow of Eugene Clifford dies in Boston area and funeral from 357 Hanover street with high requiem mass at St Stephen's Church. Captain John S Sheridan of Jamaica Plain dies aged 52 11 months 24 days with funeral at his residence and relatives invited.
Attie Houle aged 17 now Mrs Albert Lafayette eloped from West Warren on Feb 3 with Lafayette. They reportedly married in Worcester and plan to live in Montville Connecticut. The parents were unaware of the marriage.
Montreal February 16. H A Allan agents deny a circulating rumor that the steamship Parisian foundered at sea 100 miles from Liverpool. The ship left Moville at 2 pm Friday February 10 and is not due at Halifax until February 15, making the rumor invalid.
Reorganized Boston police and fire departments starting June 1878. Implemented officer exams, liquor license reforms, and horse hospital. Introduced white stocks for duty wear, screened firehouses, and silent night taps. Reduced patrols, banned uniformed visits to liquor outlets, and cut city costs significantly.
The Common Council mourns the death of Henry S. Russell longtime Boston fire commissioner. Eulogies praise his decade of service since 1900 his semimilitary reform of the police and his civic integrity. The Aldermen plan to meet today to act on the loss and honor his memory.
The death of Commissioner Russell surprised Boston and insurance men alike. He led the city fire department to high rank, enforcing strict discipline from top to bottom. Known for fairness, generosity to troubled staff, and a drive to make the department the best in the United States.
The obituary recalls Colonel Russell a notable horse breeder known for purchasing and owning famed stallions Smuggler and Fearnaught. Smuggler won the first $10,000 stallion race at Mystic Park on September 15, 1874 before 30,000 spectators, later setting a world stallion record at 2.15%. Russell kept the Home Farm at Milton and preserved his famous stables.
The biography traces Colonel Russell born 1838 in Savin Hill, detailing family ties to Russell & Sturgis Manila, Barings, and Mrs. Russell. It notes Harvard 1860 graduate, army veteran, business partner at J. M. Forbes & Co., marriage to Mary Forbes, and roles in public life including vice president of the 1886 London Exhibition, railway and telephony positions, civic posts in Milton, and leadership in various clubs and societies.
Acting Mayor Whelton and Clerk Dever laud Chief Cheswell as a strong, faithful, and honest leader. Osbourne Howes of the Fire Underwriters calls Russell’s tenure ideal. Insurance expert A M Bullard praises the department as finest in the world. George P Field commends public duty free of politics.
Mrs. James Bennett aged 85 was struck and killed by the Colonial express about a mile north of Attleboro station. An attendant cared for her after illness. she ran onto the tracks while the attendant was away. She had been Miss Emma Rhind before marriage about 12 years prior.
One of the Gilchrist company windows on Washington street presents an up to date advertisement. A scene shows an elegantly appointed room with dancers and a pianist to highlight Boxbay Nevertear Silk. The display draws constant shopper attention.
The Norwegian steamer Jarlsberg, carrying 29 000 bags of sugar and perishables, rode out a savage storm off Cape Hatteras and reached Chelsea docks with three crew injured including the second officer. Cargo largely unharmed. ship battered but afloat.
The revenue cutter Mackinac, after supplying Nantucket, will make another trip tomorrow to the icebound island. Mails meats butter and yeast cakes are aboard. Landing will be at Quidnet with life savers guiding the boat. Residents are relieved by regular relief trips and expect a four hour voyage if weather holds. The Nantucket steamer remains trapped and ice conditions may improve with southwest winds.
Newton February 16 Chief Mitchell announces sweeping changes in the police department. Evening roll calls are abolished at all stations to reduce hardship for officers from outlying areas. Only nearby residents report in person, others may report from nearest box. Mounted unit cuts from three to one, Mills and Johnson switch to foot patrols while McAleer remains mounted. Patrols will report on the quarter hour instead of the hour. No appointment to fill Sergeant Purcell’s vacancy.
In two personal injury actions, John Grey and Reginald Thibou sued John Donahue after an incident at Commercial dock on Feb 23, 1903. The court found for Donahue on Grey’s claim for 10000 and for Thibou against him for 3000. Grey continued work after complaining of a coworker. Thibou’s case was submitted to the jury and a verdict against him was returned.
The Steamer Canadian, sailing from Liverpool and Queenstown to Boston, anchored below Boston Light at 8 50 last night. The vessel is described as arriving safely with no immediate incident reported.
An old advertisement promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine as a remedy for colds and pneumonia. It urges readers to call for the full name and look for the signature of E. W. Grove, pricing it at 25 cents.
Narragansett Bay and Newport Harbor endure severe ice as temperatures hover around 16 degrees. Dozens of craft remain trapped, training station launches halted, and a large ice sheet blocks the harbor route from Training Station Point to Bell Rock Lighthouse. The steam yacht Felicia was freed from the ice and towed to Newport.
A Hot Springs visitor credits Grape-Nuts and cream with relief from long standing stomach and bowel problems. After two operations and rising health concerns he slept better, his constipation improved, and he reports sharper memory and increased well being. He followed directions from The Road to Wellville and gained eight pounds in five weeks. The testimonial is provided by Postum Co. Battle Creek Mich.
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