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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1921
Page
19
An OCR read shows extensive bond quotes and commodity prices from Chicago and New York markets. It lists treasuries and corporate bonds with rates, alongside grain and livestock figures, reflecting a broad early 20th century trading floor snapshot.
Dividend declared by the Board on December 22 1920 at 8 percent per annum payable January 26 1921 to holders of record December 31 1920. Three months ended December 31 1920. pro rata participation for fully paid shares issued during the period. John F Cleaveland treasurer.
The Edison Electric Illuminating Co of Brockton declares a $2.50 quarterly dividend payable February 1, 1921 to stockholders of record January 15, 1921. Stone Webster Inc serves as transfer agent.
A dated list shows varied prices for oleomargarine onions poultry and produce by weight and region. Items include fancy white margarine 28-31¢, onions 75c-1 bush, turkeys 50-58c, chickens 27-40c, cabbage 1.25-1.50, cucumbers 10-30 per box, tomatoes 15-? per Ib, and other meats and produce with regional ranges.
Hinton and Farrell with Lt. Louis A. Kloor Jr. arrived in Mattice at 2:30 PM on a sled. Farrell, despite a letter claiming greater fatigue, appeared fresh alongside two younger companions after the ascent.
Farrell lashes out at Lt Hinton over a critical letter about his weakness while Hinton denies the charges. The three Balloon crewmen Kloor Hinton and Farrell recount their perilous descent from 6500 feet near Moose Factory after a failed North American flight.
Lieutenant Kloor denies Farrell offered to kill self and questions the Hin ton allegation as he testifies about three men lost in the woods facing starvation. He asserts he cannot discuss the terrible experiences and would not betray his companions.
Lieutenant Kloor reported the flight proved a 35 000 cubic foot balloon could travel 1200 miles, contradicting prior belief that such a feat required a dirigible with at least 90 000 cubic feet capacity.
Mrs Stephen Farrell defends her husband saying he is mild and slow to anger after the fist fight in the hut at Mattice. She praises all involved as heroes and argues they are brothers for life after the ordeal.
An AP despatch from Mattice reports three fliers who emerged from a Moose Factory bush journey bound by a shared brush with death. An hour later Farrell struck Hinton and the trio went from harmony to silence, then boarded a special train to Cochrane after newspaper men greeted them separately.
In Ont MATTICE on January 11 the report details the Tuesday afternoon Dec 14 event when three officers, 27 hours after leaving Rockaway Beach, were compelled to surrender.
An advertisement from 8807 Sacro Ave Sacramento promotes Fruit-a-tives Liver Tablets. A testimonial from Mrs F S Stolz reports ten years of stomach trouble and cramps, crediting the trial box and ongoing use for nearly a year with saving her life. Prices listed 50c a box 6 for $2.50 trial size 25c. From Frust-A-Tives Ltd Ogdensburg NY.
A vintage remedy claims four ounces of ordinary liquid argon dissolves dandruff by applying at night and rubbing into the scalp. It asserts that within a morning most dandruff vanishes and itching stops, with additional applications completing dissolution. It promises glossy soft hair and claims squid arvoh is available at any drug store and inexpensive.
A short guide claims calonite powder purchased from a druggist can dissolve and remove blackheads when mixed with water and applied to the skin. It warns against squeezing, saying the powder leaves pores natural and clear after brushing with a hot wet sponge.
A light wind balloon, stripped of ballast, drifted for hours before a hole in clouds revealed a small house and a barking dog. The crew descended carefully by releasing gas and aimed for a clearing, facing a difficult landing among dense trees as the craft neared a village.
An advertisement extols Pepto Mangan as the cure for fatigue and listlessness, claiming restored red blood cells lead to vigor and productivity. It emphasizes that the product works for work or play, comes in liquid or tablet form, and is endorsed by physicians. It warns buyers to choose the genuine Gude's Pepto Mangan.
An elderly reader claims Mayr's Wonderful Remedy cured decades of stomach and bowel trouble after four doctors failed. The testimonial states pain from gas and constipation vanished and the 80 year old feels like a young man. The ad touts a money back guarantee and lists Houghton & Dutton and Epstein Drug as sellers.
A brief note describes using delatone with powder and water to remove facial and neck hair. The paste is applied, left a few minutes, rubbed off, and skin washed to reveal less hair. Cautions about buying genuine delatone and mixing fresh as needed are given.
Personal notice by Eugene M. Pullen a carpenter from New Jersey claims a non surgical cure for ruptures. He describes previous rupture sifting a trunk years ago and asserts complete cure without operation with no loss of time.
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