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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1917
Page
4
A reader asks if bronchial trouble can be relieved and suggests menthol laxene concentrate mixed per directions to ease bronchitis. Another letter describes fatigue headaches and sleeplessness, recommending a tonic and three grain cadonene tablets for months as needed.
Billy Sunday preached to about 30 000 at two afternoon and evening services with 10 000 more hoped to hear if space allowed. At the gospel shed last night he illustrated his claim that nine of ten convert before twenty or by fifty with striking proof before the crowd.
The evangelist preached that revivals save souls and urged conversion for those not yet Christian. About 1357 people stepped forward over two services, with 2000 rising at one point. the crowd praised the services as attendants from local companies performed songs and stunts.
A mass meeting for men only at Faneuil Hall today under the Boston Sunday Business Men's Club will feature Billy Sunday as speaker. "Rody" will perform trombone solos and lead the music. No tickets issued. this is the last downtown opportunity to hear Sunday before future meetings open to all.
Attendance at Sunday meetings totaled 29 000 for the day with 12 000 in the afternoon and 17 000 in the evening. The glee club performed a religious song titled Crown Him arranged by Solon Bingham. Charles H. Jones urged a generous free will offering at next Sunday service. Sunday planned to speak at Faneuil Hall at 12 16 noon after services at Tabernacle and Faneuil Hall today.
The Vermont Legislature adjourned for half a day in memory of Admiral Dewey a native of Montpelier after approving a sympathy resolution. Governor Graham said a three member committee will represent the state at the funeral tomorrow.
Michael Hogan aged 58 of 518 Green Street Cambridge died at Cambridge Relief Hospital from injuries after his wagon wheels ran over him on Portland Street. The accident occurred when his horses took fright causing him to fall.
Carl Smith of 905 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles says a simple kitchen remedy cured his drinking problem after two failed professional treatments. He describes mixing water with muriate of ammonia Varlex Compound and pepsin then taking a teaspoonful three times daily, claiming it harmless and tasteless for discreet use.
Washington memorials set for Admiral Dewey funeral in the Capitol rotunda with an escort of honor from naval and military forces. Flags fly at half mast worldwide. services to be private then public, with extensive military display and wreaths as dignitaries gather.
All officers of the navy and Marine Corps will wear the badge of mourning with the uniform for a specified number of days.
The Navy Department will be closed by executive order on Saturday January 20 1917. The notice highlights a government shutdown for that date and directs affected personnel and operations to observe the closure.
Doctor touts nuxated iron as a safe easily absorbed remedy to rebuild strength and endurance by boosting blood iron levels. He cites tests, offers a money back guarantee and notes it is dispensed by all druggists.
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