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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1899
Page
5
Advertises Munyon's Inhaler as a medicated vapor remedy for colds coughs asthma bronchitis and other lung troubles. Claims to reach inflamed and diseased parts not reached by internal medicines. Mailed to any address and sold by all druggists.
Munyons Electric Machine promises rapid cures for rheumatism, dyspepsia, kidney trouble, catarrh, headaches, colds and more. Advertises guaranteed results within hours, with free physician advice and a large electrical department at Tremont Temple in New England.
Pasquale Grande 46, of 227 North Street, was found unconscious with a right facial wound after a hallway ambush by Antonio Voce 26 of 20 Greenough Lane during a family dispute. Grande received thirteen stitches at the Harden Street Dispensary and was later taken to City Hospital in serious condition as police hunted Voce.
Noted author Rudyard Kipling is in a serious condition with inflammation of the right lung at the Hotel Grenoble in New York. Doctors Janeway and Dunham issued a bulletin saying no complications presently, and Mrs Kipling expressed cautious optimism while requesting daily updates.
In Boston at St. Pauls Church a commemoration featured Bishop William Lawrence praising George Washington as a central figure in American liberty. He urged citizens to silent criticism and meet duties with patience and devotion, tying religious virtue to national unity and responsibility. Congregations from patriotic societies attended.
Hemenway Prizes awarded at Old South exercises with praise for top performers. The Rev. W. Barton delivers his final public address in Boston, drawing attention to lasting messages and departure after years of service.
The Old South celebration of Washington's Birthday drew the largest, most enthusiastic crowd yesterday morning due to repairs at the Old South Meeting House. The central interest was the prize awards for essays by high school graduates on two topics: Franco British supremacy in America and immigration history. First prize went to Miss Caroline B. Shaw, second to Frederic E. Bane, both of prestigious local schools, with honorable mention for J. Frank Scannell of Dorcheste r High.
A series of dances showcased by ten young ladies under Mrs Lilla Wiles Wyman. The Greek cymbal dance opened the program with cymbal music punctuating steps, followed by the Trish step, merry dance of patriotic maids, Highland reel, and fairy dance, drawing applause from onlookers.
The Mercantile Library Association at 874 Tremont Street held its annual observance with remarks by President Henry A. Richardson and readings from Washington's farewell address read by W. B. Spear. Rev. Samuel L. Loomis and Thomas A. Mullen spoke on Washington's strength and character. A collation followed and attendees viewed a life-size Washington painting and related mementoes.
The B nai Zion Education Society held a literary program at Zion Hall 170 Hanover Street with addresses by Rabbi Charles Fleischer and Joseph Parker Warren. Miss Celia Cohen performed piano pieces as speakers praised Washington and critiqued imperialism.
Children organized a notable celebration in honor of Washington's Birthday. Activities highlighted civic spirit and community involvement with participating students and local leaders observing the holiday.
The second subject awarded to Thomas H. Reed of Boston Latin School and Miss Edith Hale of the Girl's Inn. Rev. William E. Barton delivered his final Boston address before departing for Chicago, praising Washington as general and statesman with references to his campaigns and leadership.
Gov Wolcott and staff hosted a State House reception yesterday from 11 30 a m to 12 90 p m drawing about 2600 handshakes, up from 1700 last year. The event saw no protests besides about 400 Sons of Veterans visiting. many Republican politicians paid respects.
The annual Boston Catholic Union children’s party drew a full main hall with eight score attendees including many parents. Children performed choruses to America and Columbia, featured entertainers, recitations, and a cake walk before a dining hall collation. Committee members were Thomas O’Callaghan, Thomas M. Watson, and Hugh Mullen.
At Smith College in Northampton on February 22 a crowd of about 1000 students gathered in the gym for a Washington and Lincoln program led by Dr. A Bushnell Hart. The event included songs and patriotic selections and receptions for Harvard and Yale undergraduates. the faculty also hosted.
An ad touts Dr. Greene's Nervura blood and nerve remedy as the ideal spring restorative to revive blood and nerves, boost vigor, and cure fatigue. Endorsed by testimonials from Nicholas Dunn and Isaac Kelley, it claims universal safety as a vegetable remedy and offers free consultation from Dr. Greene in Boston.
A public celebration was held today with patriotic exercises and flag displays. Unlike last year when memories of the Maine disaster and war rumors spurred enthusiasm, this year's observance was more formal and subdued.
At the Academy of Music in Philadelphia under the University of Pennsylvania, Seth Low LL.D. of Columbia University spoke on The United States in 1899. He faulted War Department efficiency, supported a court of inquiry into commissary charges, and argued for self government for Philippines natives while urging a future civil service career for promising youths.
Yale, New Haven, February 2. Sophomores led a parade through city streets and campus in Washington's Birthday celebration ending with a snowball fight on campus. A few windows were broken and several students injured, but the event was deemed unusually successful.
The city faces persistent snow and garbage piles in outlying and tenement districts. Officials, led by Mr Wells, delay comments as street cleaning becomes a sensitive issue. A half loaded wagon limps toward the dump while residents await progress updates from city departments.
The ceremony was held last evening at 47 Julian Street Roxbury with Rev. Dr Hirshberg officiating under a carnation canopy. Elizabeth Lewis married Joseph Mekelberg. bride given away by her brother William Lewis. They will reside at 50 Tanwood Street Roxbury after a wedding trip.
Aleanza Newcomb was arrested yesterday on a fugitive from justice charge. Details include a reported location at 14 Blue Hill Avenue and identification of the arresting officer as Belie Tok Gaddis. Further information on the case is not provided in the readable text.
Paris reports that M. Manau the procurateur general will submit a report to the Court of Cassation next week. The note suggests the court may annul the conviction without retrial, implying the offence did not occur and Dreyfus is innocent per French law.
Cincinnati observes Washing ton birthday with tribute to Captain Robley D Evans and remarks on why the navy entered the Spanish American War. Evans cites obedience to orders and a war for humanity tempered by losses, praising sailors behind the guns as devoted and courageous.
Division 2 A O H held its sixth anniversary banquet at Music Hall Neponset with speeches from Mathew Cummings and Alderman P F McDonald. County Presidents William J. Cronin and James C. Dowd spoke, praising the ladies auxiliary led by Mrs D C Finley. Cornelius Duggan read an original poem as songs by Fitzgerald Horan Stanton Farrell and McDonald closed the event.
The Porter mill property in Winona was sold to Boston buyers Adams Brown and Rothwell. They will form the Bay State Milling Company with 125000 dollars paid in capital. President H J Rothwell, vice president Charles H Adams, treasurer Leroy S Brown, assistant treasurer and general manager H C Garvin.
An ad lists multiple merchants and individuals guaranteeing refunds or replacements for Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar in cases of non cure. Signatories include Emery Souther and George C. Goodwin & Co, with addresses across Boston and surrounding areas, plus two hundred others.
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