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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1902
Page
6
An early 20th century dermatology advertisement touts physiognomy and facial corrections by Dr. Grady. It links acne marks freckles and pimples to social failure and urges readers to seek treatment including non surgical nose whitening and facial hair removal. It promises long experience, home treatment by correspondence, and a public office in Boston.
Dr Joseph W Crady at 228 Tremont St Boston advertises 25 years experience as MD PD and college graduate claiming 200000 cured. He offers free book and symptom break and daily consultations from 10 12 and 2 and 7 to Sundays 10 to 12 only patients pay nothing until cured.
The article recalls Prince Henry of Prussia's visit to New York where he addressed merchants and leaders on German US ties. Speeches praise shared Saxon roots, long friendship, and the aim of open trade while honoring German science art and music with remarks from Herman Ridder, Charles Emory Smith, and Charles W Knapp.
In New York on February 26 the Prince Henry of Hohenzollern rose early at his hotel, had breakfast after a band played nearby, and at 9:30 announced he would not visit Grant's Tomb that day, as plans shifted.
The day began with ornate streamers for the wreaths not finished as Prince Henry left the Hohenzollern at 12:30 aboard a yacht and, escorted by Troop C, proceeded toward Sherry's. A police squad led the open barouche procession while a host of dignitaries and captains of industry gathered inside for toasts to the President, the German Emperor, and the prince. A street clash near Fifth Avenue caused by a truck pony cart injured Police Sergeant Mangin, amid a crowd of spectators and a tense security detail.
The prince entered Arion Society hall on Park Avenue with diplomats and officials, was greeted by President Frank Von Beissen, and received a handsome album. He praised German-American duty, then observed a 6000-strong Franco-Prussian parade. A 100-voice chorus sang Der Todsten des Iites, and the prince urged another performance.
Prince Henry and his retinue departed Jersey City by special eight car train at 1 30 am aboard the Pennsylvania railroad. Thousands gathered at the station from early morning to catch a glimpse, with the chief of police and 100 officers guarding the crowd and secret service men among them. Five trunks formed the prince’s baggage as the ferry Pennsylvania waited at Twenty third street to transfer them, with the journey to Washington expected to reach by 9 am.
Dispatches report Emperor William pleased with Prince Henry’s visit to the United States and the cordial receptions accorded. Official circles say the Emperor has effectively advanced Anglo German relations through the prince’s goodwill tour.
The German press lauds Prince Henry’s visit to the United States noting the high level of cordiality between President Roosevelt and the prince. It is believed the tour will improve relations between the two nations and foster lasting friendship.
Mayor Collins urged citizens to decorate businesses and homes along the procession route for Prince Henry's visit on March 6, saying Boston should not forget proprieties and that citizens should do their full duty.
Ottawa report says Prince Henry of Prussia has been invited by the Governor General to visit the vice regal residence in Ottawa. No response from the prince has been received yet.
Thomas Ryan of 29 Ash Avenue Somerville narrowly escaped death when his head wedged between an elevator car and gate as the car descended. After a somersault he freed himself, fell unconscious, and was rushed to the emergency hospital with head lacerations and possible internal injuries.
The 30th annual dinner of the Citizens' Trade Association of East Boston was held at Young's last evening. Ex Mayor Nathan Matthews Jr. sent regrets noting uncertainty on grade crossings. Mayor Patrick A. Collins also sent regrets praising the association's work to remove dangers and nuisances. The presiding officer was James A. Cochran. Speakers included Rufus Soule, E M McPherson, Albert Clarke, John L. Kelly, James Jyers, and Willard Howland. Clarke spoke on Canadian reciprocity and Howland on legislative history.
Congressman John R. Thayer of Worcester led a Massachusetts Reform Club dinner discussion on reciprocity with Cuba at Youngs. General Hayward Stevens Henry W. Lamb and Secretary Preston also spoke on reciprocity. Winslow Warren presided and framed the topic as a matter of national honor.
At the First street yard of the New York New Haven Hartford railroad Jeremiah Brogan a 28 year old brakeman fell from a car and severely injured his leg. Maurice Joy 24 of South Boston was arrested for selling a watch that belonged to J Rounds Co. of Devonshire street. An alarm from Box 276 reported a fire caused by a lace curtain and gas jet at Dr W Jacksons home on Dudley street. Charles Karnila reported a theft of 90 dollars and John Adams lost a gold watch and 50 dollars. A Pole at the house Tuesday is suspected in the theft. A fire blamed on matches caused 25 dollars damage to William Masseys residence on Pleasant street.
An 1901 Nashua letter prompts praise for Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey claiming it cured consumption, strengthened lungs, and rebuilt health after multiple illnesses. The ad emphasizes purity, warns against substitutes, and invites readers to order samples and booklets from the Rochester company.
The steamer Neckar, with 1169 passengers and 146 crew, battled a hurricane force storm in the North Atlantic. After losing a propeller blade and part of the shaft, Neckar was towed by Karlsruhe to Halifax, with Karlsruhe damaged and crew injured. Passengers await transfer arrangements to New York.
The Cambridge Citizens Trade Association met with large attendance led by President William A Hunnewell. Guests included Rufus B Fowler of Worcester Board of Trade and James A Draper of Worcester Park Commission. An Ignalian table d hotel dinner followed by brief business and a petition drive for renaming postal stations to drop Old North East and Port from Cambridge, with 541 signatures.
The Rev. Sedgwick Martyn of Brooklyn was installed as pastor of the First Unitarian Congregational Church in Malden during a ceremony on February 26.
An early evening explosion in a manhole on Pleasant Street sent the iron cover flying and injured Isaac Cohen, his wife, and Miss Dora Goldstein. The blast shattered glass, drew a crowd, and electric company workers began repairs as doctors treated the victims. Police and utility crews suspect crosswired conduit igniting accumulated gas.
New York February 26. The Hospital for Contagious Diseases on Kingston Avenue Brooklyn was flooded with six feet of water in boiler and engine rooms. Gas stoves heated wards as staff requested park department supply boats to reach pavilions separated by a water filled yard. Floods paused Long Island travel and some rail service was temporarily abandoned.
Elizabeth Cogan wife of former lice inspector William H. Cogan won separate support from Judge McKim in Suffolk Probate Court after alleging four years of cruel treatment. The court awarded custody of the couple’s minor children and ordered Cogan to pay $10 immediately and $8 weekly thereafter.
Tucker T. Washington met President Roosevelt at the White House today. The talks covered political matters with no specifics disclosed.
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