Kilmer's Swamp Root Promises Kidney Relief
An old advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as the premier remedy for kidney and liver troubles. It claims kidneys affect overall health, cites testimonials including A R Reynolds, police chief, and offers free sample and booklet with address in Binghamton New York. The piece urges readers to mail for the sample bottle and booklet.
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The
Post
R. Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer
A. R. Reynolds
Columbus, Ga
Bitres & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Boston Daily Post
Dabney Rumored European Trip in Breach Suit At Harvard
Harvard student John Pomeroy Dabney faces breach of promise suit from Marguerite Lawrence of Somerville. Ad damnum set at 10009. rumors swirl about a European trip and Dabney's alleged engagement status. Roommate Nichols denies engagement. Dabney's father, a Seattle businessman, reportedly unsettled and in telegraphic contact. A Boston attorney for the Dabney side is said to handle defense.
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John Pomeroy Dabney
Harvard
Marguerite Lawrence
Somerville
Boston Mzynee
Misswrence
Teemern
Wage
Ney
Lawrence
Dabney
Little's Block
Harvard Square
Yust
College Grou
Seattle
Wagh
Miss Lawrence
Boston
Suffolk County Bar
Marguerite P. Lawrence
Dowd pardon refused by executive council
The executive council refused to grant a pardon to Thomas Dowd of Lowell, convicted of assault and robbery. Dowd’s co defendant Thomas F. Logue was pardoned last December after more than three years due to illness. The pardon committee noted Dowd’s excellent prison record but bad criminal record and found no direct evidence to overturn the verdict.
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Executive Council
Thomas Dowd
Lowell
James B. Dover
Dowd
Thomas F. Logue
Fred N. Wier
Commonwealth
Vaughan Brothers
St Marys organist receives diamond brooch
The married ladies choir of St Marys Church North End met at organist Miss Katherine OBrien 38 Nashua street and presented her with a diamond brooch Mrs B O Dowd introduced the gathering and a musical programme followed
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ST. Mary’s
Irish League to Organize U S Branches via Mayo MP
Conor O Kelly M P of Mayo northern division sails to the United States on the Oceanic February 25 to expand the United Irish League of America. John E Redmond M P and John O Callaghan relay the plan to the national secretary. O Kelly, a former American resident and Mayo born journalist, was elected to Parliament.
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John E. Redmond
M. P
United ‘Irish League of ‘America
John O'Callaghan
Conor O’kelly
Mayo
United States
White Star One Steaner
United Irish League of America
William Redmond
Joseph Devlin
O’kelly
America
Ireland
Claremorris
County Mayo
Jersey Central Breaks Rec ord
A new speed record on the Central Railroad of New Jersey was set by the eastbound Harrisburg flyer on February 12. From Phillipsburg to Jersey City it covered 73 miles in 78 minutes with three stops and delays at Bethlehem Junction. Had it run without stops the time would have been about 66 minutes. The Queen of the Valley left Harrisburg at 8 am, encountered a 22 minute delay, and arrived Phillipsburg at 12:28 on time.
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Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Harrisburg Flyer
Phillipsburg
Penn
Jersey City
Eck
Bethlehem Junction
New York Mail and Express
Wells Memorial Minstrel Show At Washington Street
The Wells Memorial Cycle and Dramatic Clubs present their annual minstrel show in the regular course of entertainments at 08 Washington Street Tuesday evening.
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Wells Memorial Cycle and Dramatic Clubs
Washington Street
Remembering a Full Name in a Cold Day Grip in Two
A fragmented snippet recalls a person’s name and a brief note about illness timing with a terse medical or personal memory. The readable text hints at a quick onset and a short recovery period, suggesting a casual diary or obituary style remark.
Ex-Mayor Josiah Quincy Eyes Vice Presidency Prospect
Ex-Mayor Josiah Quincy returns to Boston to a swell of political talk as Democratic leaders weigh his potential as a vice presidential candidate if Olney fails to secure the nomination. Quincy may attend the St Louis convention as delegate at large, with a slate including Mayor Collins and Col Gaston.
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Josiah Quincy
Boston
Mr. Quincy
St. Louis
Olney
Quincy
Japs Expand Exhibit Space At St Louis Show
Japan will fill every square foot Russia abandons for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St Louis. Hajimedta, assistant commissioner general, said Japan has ample material ready or en route to enlarge its display. The main challenge was not size but how to fit the exhibit within allotted space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis, Mo
St. Petersburg
Russia
Hajimedta
Japan
Firat
Restorative Prescription Promises Strength and Health
Promotes a six book set on dyspepsia heart kidneys women men rheumatism and vitality. Claims decades of work revealing inside nerves fail and a perfected prescription called a restorative. Encourages readers losing strength or vitality to use this health remedy.
The Shoop Restorative Offers Trials and Costs
A testimonial style appeal from Dr Shoop of Rastte Wisconsin promoting a restorative treatment. It claims three novel features and urges readers to write for a book and visit a local druggist for testing. The ad mentions a five dollar cost if satisfied and a lower cost if not. It promises cures for chronic cases with one or two bottles and directs readers to contact Dr Shoop.
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Weile
Shoop
Rastte
Druggista
Runaway Stopped by Patrolman With Club
Mounted Patrolman Patrick W Toland halted a runaway on the speedway yesterday afternoon by striking the horse with his club. The animal collapsed and the rider was brought under control as bystanders reported the incident. No further details were provided.
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Patrick W. Toland
Chickering
Patrolma
Runaway Horse Rampage Shocks City Crowd
Shortly after four oclock a crowded speedway scene saw a runaway horse dash through the street with Patrolman Toland on his pony Sam pursuing. The black officer and the horse collided, Toland swung a club, the animal recoiled, and the horse collapsed. A sleigh was demolished in the chaos with onlookers and riders in danger.
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Bleighs
Toland
Sam
John W Norwood Clark Dead at 80 after long service in anti Fellows
IOWA CITY Feb 17 John W Nor wood Clark 80 longtime continuous member of anti Fellows since 1887. He joined the order at West in 1887.
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Iowa City
John Wnorwood Clark
Anti Fellows
Order
Eest
Conestoga Tug Concludes Maiden Philadelphia Run
The Conestoga reached the local harbor on her maiden voyage from Philadelphia after a clash with a northwester. Built by Green Works Baltimore for the Philadelphia and Reading railroad, she mirrors the Carlisle and features 1100 horsepower triple expansion engines, 644 tons net, 21 crew, and a patent towing hawser under Captain William C. Robinson.
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Philadelphia
Conestoga
Land 6Reen Works
Baltimore
Philadelphia & Reading Railroad
Carlisle
William C. Robinson
H. J. Johnson Death by Self Inflicted Carbolic Acid
Harry J. Johnson, 26, ended his life by drinking carbolic acid at his parents home in Roxbury after a decline in finances and illness. He died with his wife and parents present shortly after Dr W Bryant Guy arrived. Johnson owned a Grove Hall lunch room and had previously worked as a conductor for the Grove Hall division of the L road.
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Harry J. Johnson
Dudley Street
Roxbury
Johnson
Grove Hall
Boston University Men Hold Annual Banquet
The Boston University Men's Club held its annual banquet in Somerset street college hall drawing hundreds from the College of Liberal Arts. Toastmaster Foy Sencer Baldwin introduced speakers, faculty members William Marshall Warren and Karl Y. Baker performed, and four class representatives spoke for seniors through freshmen. The event showcased a popular male-centered gathering at the coeducational campus.
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Boston University
College Hall
Somerset Street
College of Liberal Arts
Foy .Sencer Baldwin
William Marshall Warren
Glee Club
Zenas C. Staples
Azariah F. Relmer
Louis Maxson
Philip H. Jewett
Clifton B. Herrick
W. H. H. Pierce
The Old Plea About Coffee and Postum Cure
A coffee drinker describes years of indigestion headaches and weight loss. After switching to Postum he notes fewer headaches and nausea, eventual recovery, and weight gain to 147 pounds. The testimonial credits Postum Co. of Battle Creek Michigan and cites The Roads Wellville as a booklet.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Ich
Wellville
Fierce contest for Massachusetts state police chief
The race to fill the death vacancy of Rufus R. Wade in Massachusetts State Police pits acting Chief Joseph B. Shaw of Lynn against Detective George Neal of Lynn. Governor Bates withheld naming a nominee amid a bitter, personal feud as both men, longtime friends, contend for the top post.
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Massachusetts State Police
Rufus R. Wade
Somerville
Joseph B. Shaw
Lynn
George Neal
John L. Bates
State House
State Force
Joe Shaw
Neal
Shaw
Shaw Forts
Post
Bates
Friends
Missing H J Corbett Stirs City Parents
The disappearance of 17 year old Harry James Corbett, son of Mr and Mrs William Corbett, from 47 Binney Street. He left for English High School on February 3 and did not arrive. no trace found. He is about five feet eight inches tall, 160 pounds, light complexion with dark brown hair.
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Harry James Corbett
William Corbett
Binney Street
Harry
English High School
Huntington Avenue
Massachusetts Board of Trade Attacks Trading Stamps and Patents
The Massachusetts State Board of Trade executive council denounced trading stamps and patent medicines at a Vendome luncheon. They backed House Bill 766 to make stamps redeemable for cash, require face-value printing, and drop fixed redemption thresholds. Messages from national officials were read. about 40 members attended, with Ed B. Winslow as guest and Charles E. Adams presiding.
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Massachusetts State Board of Trade
Vendome
Yard Atkinson
Senator Lodge
Moody
Payne
Rif
Miiett
The
Civil Service Reform Association
Charles E. Adams
Lowell
Ed B. Winslow
Maine State Board of Trade
Hanna Eulogized At Gas Ton Conclave Smoke Talk
The Gas Ton Conclave of the I OH held its annual smoke talk with a large gathering of visiting members. Principal speaker John F. Fitzgerald paid tribute to the late Senator Hanna. State organizer Daniel H. Sullivan spoke on the good of the order. Committee members included Charles F. Mackenzie Joseph E Mooney James B. McGuire William A Fraser and John J McCarthy. John J McCarthy wrapped the program with a rising vote of thanks to Fitzgerald.
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Gaston
John F. Fitzgerald
Hanna
Daniel H. Sullivan
Massachusetts
Order
Charles F. Mackenzie
Joseph E. Mooney
James B. McGuire
William A. Fraser
Long chosen president of Massachusetts Total Abstinence Society
At an adjourned annual meeting the Massachusetts Total Abstinence Society announced John D. Long as president for the coming year with Rev. Alfred Noon as secretary and Benjamin R. Jewell as treasurer.
H W Mason Disbarred in Newton Court
Harry W. Mason, a Newton lawyer, was disbarred by the court on the court's order after allegations he had converted funds entrusted to him. The Bar Association supported the action. defense by T W Proctor and C C Reade emphasized pleas for the defendant, while A B Hill for the Bar noted deserved punishment. Judge Fessenden called it one of his most painful cases and found Mason guilty on certain specifications after seeking an explanation of his conduct.
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Harry W. Mason
Newton
Fessenden
Bar Association
T. W. Proctor
Maso
C. C. Reade
A. B. Hill
The
Mason
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Paes
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Redding
Jersey Central
Wells Memorial Minstrel Show
Dr. Shoop
CRADE
Osistars Groofl
H. J. Johnson
Wade
H. J. Corbett
Harry James Corbott
H.W. Mason
Hood
Sssreememee Co
York
White Dental
Washington ST
R. H. White Co
J.S. Waterman & Sons
Meral Undertakers and Embalmers
Washington
Bruty
Jamaica Plain
Elisabeth Sarah
John W. Brusears
Sylvia Street
Forest Hills
St. James Episcopal Church
St. James Street
Low
Longwood
Francis Street
Bellevue ‘Street
William A. Low
Harvard Street Baptist Church
Harrison Avenue
Atvard Street
SS Dm
Reagan
Pepperell
Mass
Bridget
Patrick
North Station
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