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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1913
Page
6
The Merchants Limited all steel train makes its maiden Boston to New York trip at 5 PM today. A duplicate train will depart New York for Boston on the same day, promising the most up to date and sumptuous railway travel from the South station train shed.
The new trains, all steel throughout, will be hauled by two large Pacific engines of the New York New Haven Hartford line. The consist includes extra large parlor cars, an observation car, a dining car, and a buffet smoking car with leather arm chairs and private compartments. Parlor cars seat 86 with lavatories. interiors feature mahogany and cocoawood with white panel ceilings and concealed electric lighting. Each chair has a slot for a revolving lunch and drink tray. The five hour journey promises a modest fare above standard parlor car rates.
A home remedy blends one pint warm water with half a pint sugar, stirred two minutes, then adds two percent ounces Pinex in a pint bottle. The result claims to stop deep seated coughs within 24 hours, helping with whooping cough and bronchitis. The ad touts Pinex as Norway pine extract rich in guaiacol and guarantees satisfaction with refunds, suggesting pharmacists or The Pinex Co. as source.
Promote URICO as a cure for rheumatism sciatica kidney bladder issues and other disorders linked to uric acid waste in blood muscles and joints. Offers free trial by mail, direct purchase at $1.00 per bottle or 6 for $5.00 with prepaid shipping, address URICO COMPANY 202 Water Street Binghamton New York.
The Rev John Eills who required support payments for his five year old daughter Olga has vanished with the child. Investigators check steamship records while Mrs Harriet Cox Bills plans contempt actions. Unconfirmed reports tie Eills to Greenfield and Chicopee with unreturned trunks and golf clubs sent to relatives.
The Rev Mr Eills packed up his belongings last week and prepared to leave his room on Marlboro street. He told his landlady he would move out soon.
Princess Mary will serve as bridesmaid at the Berlin wedding of Ernest of Cumberland to Kaiser Wilhelm II's daughter Victoria Luise. The ceremony is slated for July with royal attendance hoped by the King and Queen. the Prince of Wales and possibly the Duke of Connaught will represent Britain. Victoria Luise may become Queen of Hanover or Duchess of Brunswick.
Henry Dupuis of Manchester New Hampshire was arrested Saturday on a charge of engaging in white slave trafficking. He was held in 3000 bail for a Thursday hearing. Dupuis, known in Manchester as a runner, worked as a conductor on the Boston Elevated Railway after entering a Boston marathon years ago. He denies the charge. The young woman Rose Roy, formerly a Manchester mill worker, is detained in Boston by order of the U.S. Commissioner. Dupuis was committed to fast Cambridge jail in default of bail.
Miss Mary A. Springer aged 86 perished when her clothing caught fire from an oil stove in her Bristol Rhode Island residence today. She lived alone and was found by neighbors after the blaze.
An advertisement touts Knowlton's Danderine for 25 cents promising rapid removal of dandruff and shedding. It claims after ten minutes scalp clarity and weeks of new hair growth, with instructions to apply a small strand at a time for shine, softness, and abundance.
Trenton New Jersey February 24 President elect Wilson outlined his cabinet principles and legislative goals for the April first extra session. He said he aims to assemble a strong, cohesive group capable of efficient, coordinated action.
President elect Wilson said he had not finished his Cabinet and time was short. He warned a March 4 deadline might pass if many decline. He would consult party leaders before finalizing remarks to Congress on currency reform and tariff revision. He backed citizenship for Porto Ricans and workers compensation bills after talks with AFL leaders. The Governor stayed at the State House until 10.
New York February 24. After consideration by William Atterbury arbitrator for 54 Eastern railroads and Albert Phillips for the 34000 firemen no neutral board member was chosen. The Erdman act gives five days to select the third member. if no decision by tomorrow night Judge Martin A Knapp and G W W Hanger will name the neutral member.
Washington, Feb. 24. The Pujo money trust investigating committee labored late preparing its report to the House with counsel Samuel Untermyer. The lengthy document was partly read, and members expect two to three more days to finish considering recommendations for legislation. The panel hopes to complete the report by Friday.
Indianapolis February 24. The ironworkers convention focused on preliminary business with the idea of moving the international headquarters to Chicago being discussed. The office has been in Indianapolis since 1905, and delegates are split with many favoring Chicago though any plan would require a referendum if endorsed.
Edward E. Grimmell, the forger who earlier secured release via a skull surgery thought to cure crime, was convicted of burglary in the third degree on February 20 and sentenced today to Auburn Prison for life. He had three prior felonies.
A large audience heard Professor Hervey W. Shimer of the Institute of Technology give an illustrated lecture on Early Man, under the auspices of the MIT Society of Arts, last night.
New York Feb 24 Provision of adequate terminal markets for all American cities is about to become a leading economic question, in the opinion of Mrs. Elmer E Black, a member of Mayor Gaynor s Terminal Market Commission.
Mrs Black argues for city run terminal markets to cut food costs, improve distribution, and boost rural prosperity. She cites lower handling expenses, fewer intermediaries, and health guarantees while noting middlemen still play a role. She leads the Women’s Progressive Economic Club and the National Peace Propaganda.
An advertisement promises fast relief from nasal congestion and catarrh using Ely's Cream Balm. It asserts the product clears airways, stops discharges, and cures colds or catarrh by morning, urging readers to buy a small bottle at drug stores.
Today marks the 100th anniversary of the hospital's founding with the first board of trustees elected in February 1813.
The institution received a $40,000 gift from the State along with $35,000 in cut stone. Trustees say it is effectively a State hospital serving patients from across the State, though it is not a State institution in terms of funding. The hospital, among the oldest, hosted world renowned physicians including the first ether anesthesia demonstration by Dr Morton. Last year 6629 patients admitted, 22629 new cases, 136095 outpatient visits.
A parcel post surge risks jams as milliners mail bon nets and hats rather than use messengers. Headgear up to 72 inches around will pass with insurance and reinforced cartons. Corsetieres already favor the service as a popular fashion show sparks demand and orders are mailed.
Washington Feb 24 The original Connecticut dam bill proposing tax and control of water power was defeated in the Senate 49 to 27 when offered as an amendment to the River and Harbors Appropriation bill. Senator McLean then secured adoption 387 to 35 of an amendment embodying the bill as it passed the Senate without its federal tax feature.
Doctors nationwide report an epidemic of grip with distressing symptoms that weaken the kidneys, causing back and urinary issues that can lead to Bright’s Disease. Local druggists note strong Swamp-Root sales as the herbal kidney liver bladder remedy aids recovery. sample bottles offered by Dr Kilmer Co. for those who request. Regular bottles cost 50 cents and one dollar, available at all druggists.
Professor Henri Bergeson of the College of France lectured in French on La Philosophie du Changement before about 1000 Harvard professors and students at Sandera Theatre in Cambridge yesterday afternoon. A portion of unreserved seats were opened to the public, but several hundred applicants were disappointed by lack of seats.
A Boston drug advertisement reports Manuel J Burgess of Summerville regained appetite and strength after using Tona Vita. It notes nervous debility causes loss of appetite and lists common symptoms while urging purchase at leading drug stores.
Samuel Motel of Roxbury Massachusetts describes two years of pimples covering his face and forehead. He states intense itching burning and disfigurement but credits Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment with clearing his skin after two cakes and two boxes used over a short period.
Men who shave and shampoo with Cuticura Soap will find it best for skin and scaly. The ad promotes removing dandruff and promoting hair growth with frequent use of Cuticura Soap and occasional Cuticura Ointment. Liberal samples offered with the 32 page Skin Book. Address free card to Cuticura Dept T Boston.
The Home Doctor describes a mix of Balm of Gilead buds rock candy and Duffy's pure malt whiskey with stirring until dissolved. Dosing guidelines are given for adults children and infants with hourly or half hour intervals and a claim of superior efficacy to standard Rock and Rye.
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