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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1904

Page

5

Heinze MacGinnis Stock Sold in Amalgamated Clash

Boston Financial News reports 100 shares of Boston and Montana stock owned by John MacGinnis of Butte sold to J J Roche of New York. The deal, likely in the hundreds of thousands, may undermine Heinze in his legal battle with Amalgamated Copper. If true, settlement prospects rise. if not, Heinze fights on with a heavy handicap as Amalgamated eyes a Supreme Court ruling.

Boston Financial News Butte Mont Boston & Montana John MacGinnis Amalgamated Copper Company F. Augustus Heinze J. J. Roche New York Roche Hoffman House Amalgamated Montana Parrot Heinze Amalgamated Company Boston & Montana Company Amalgamated Mines Supreme Court of Toole Supreme Court

Man Hunt Ends After Jail Break Sleuths Probe Key

Reid was found with a wooden key believed to have unlocked the jail doors during his Sunday morning escape on January 10 after trying to evade officers. Authorities continue to question him and review the scene for further clues as the manhunt concludes.

Dilation of the Stomach Pill Ad Claims Cure

An 19th century herbal advertising piece explains stomach enlargement causes including overeating constipation and liver inaction. It markets Smith's Pineapple and Butter Nut Pills as a treatment claiming to restore stomach muscle tone, regulate bowels purify blood and cure constipation biliousness and headaches in one night for 25 cents from dealers signed W F Smith.

Smith W.F. Smith

Prison escapeer Reid captured after eight day chase

Reid, pursued by Massachusetts and Vermont authorities, used a sickbed disguise and a stolen horse and sleigh to travel from Bellows Falls to Albany. He was arrested in Albany after officers found his train ticket and concealed appearance. Requisition papers were requested to return him to Springfield.

Springfield Bellow’s Falls Massachusetts Reid Vermont Luzerne Beliow’s Falls Fort Edward Schenectady Delaware & Hudson New York Central New York and Buffalo Rochester Amsterdam Udley Glens Falls Clark Albany Odell Bellows Falls New York State

Eliot Denies Bloodshed Claim In Trade Union Speech

Harvard President Eliot repudiates a Brooklyn speech on unions saying he never claimed industrial strife must end in bloodshed. He asserts disputes should be settled by publicity and free discussion. The alleged remarks, not carried by AP, triggered labor group criticisms in Boston papers.

University Club Brooklyn Eliot Harvard Associated Press Boston The Post

Marines Called For In Corea Reinforcements Sought

The U S State Department was asked by Minister Allen in Seoul to increase the legation guard. The Navy considers sending more marines from Cavite to Chemulpo, with reinforcement expected in about a week. The Czar reportedly said danger of conflict was past after state reception at Tsarkoe Selo. London cables note relaxed tension but warning from British and American officials. Tokyo reports bellicose Japanese press and public.

Washington Allen Seoul Corea State Department Legation Navy Department Cavite Chemulpo Petersburg Tsarkoe-Selo London St. Petersburg Great Britain United States Tokio

East Boston Man's Life of Adventure Crowned by Golden Wedding

Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. French of East Boston celebrated their golden wedding at home on Princeton Street with five children six grandchildren and one grandchild present. Charles H. French born January 1 1829 in Boston and Mary Hyde born December 27 1828 in Framingham were married there by Rev. M. C. Childs. He started at 14 in shipping aboard the Lucas bound for China and circumnavigated the globe twice without a shipwreck, becoming chief mate at age 20.

East Boston Charles H. French Boston Princeton Street Mary Hyde Framingham M. C. Childs French Lucas China Globe

Carpenters Discuss President Eliot Resolutions Passed

Boston Carpenters Union 38, the oldest and most stable carpenters union, unanimously passed resolutions regarding President Eliot. The meeting underscored unity and governance within the organizing body.

Carpenters Eliot Boston Carpenters’ Union 38 Carpenters’ Union

Headache Relief From Fatigue and Sightseeing Strain

Travellers and others who suffer headaches from tiredness and nervous strain during sightseeing or public events may prevent and relieve headaches with a simple method. The remedy helps reduce fatigue and restore comfort without delay.

Dr Miles Anti-Pain Pills Ad Claim

Dr Miles Anti-Pain Pills advertised as a perfect remedy for all pains with no opiates or laxatives. Sold with a guarantee. 25 doses cost 25 cents and were offered in bulk by Dr Miles Medical Co.

Dr. Miles Miles’ Medical Co

Resolutions Defend Trade Unions After Eliot Utterances

A local body condemns alleged remarks by President Charles W. Eliot in Brooklyn last Friday. They praise the honesty of their business agent and express faith in the integrity of trade union business agents generally.

Charles W. Eliot Brooklyn Boston

Snelling Denies Offer of Appraisership at Boston Port

Newton Centre, Jan 18 J L Snelling denies receiving official notice of an offered appraisership at the port of Boston. Nonetheless many who know him say he has been offered the position, though he asserts no formal offer or appointment has been made.

Newton Centre J. L. Snelling Boston

Cure grip in two days patent remedy claim

An old time medical advertisement promises a two day cure for grip using Laxative Bromo Quinine and urges readers to call for the full name, priced at 25 cents. The ad touts quick relief and urges authentic product verification.

POWER DORY EXPLOSION NEAR PROVINCETOWN

Three Provincetown trawlers Antoine Andrews Jose Pereira and John Small escaped a sinking gasoline dory after a frozen pipe near Long Point was thawed with a torch causing an explosion. The stern was blown off but the bow stayed afloat enough to keep the men up. Emilia Enos rescued the crew and towed the disabled dory back to town.

Provincetown Antoine Andrews Jose Pereira John Small Long Point Emilia Enos

Fire destroys Hoadley building in New Haven

A January night fire at the Hoadley building on Church and Crown streets, New Haven, caused about 150000 in losses. The blaze began in St Aloysius Society rooms on the top floor, spread downward, and burned for hours under near zero temperatures with several minor explosions before midnight.

New Haven Conn Hoadley Building Church and Crown Streets St. Aloysius Society

Panama Notes Sent to Senate

The President sent to the Senate a batch of documents detailing notes between Secretary Hay and General Reyes on the Panama situation. Reyes stated his arguments weren’t refuted and proposed referring the matter to The Hague, expressing regret over his mission’s failure. Hay replied there is no reason to reconsider the U.S. stance.

Washington Senate Hay Reyes Panama Hague United States

Bryan Presses Conscience On Public Questions Amid Platform Call

The address urges unwavering adherence to the Kansas City platform and opposes yielding to imperialism trust magnates or moneyed influence. It argues for bi metalism and tariff stance, insists on candidates faithful to Democratic principles, and says virtue, not expediency, will secure victory and immediate success.

Kansas City

Itching Devils Complete Local and Constitutional Treatment

Complete local and constitutional treatment may now be had of all druggists for one dollar. A single set is often sufficient to cure the most distressing cases.

Good Advice to Nervous Women Offers Rexall Mucu Tone Cure

A Jersey City woman testifies Rexall Mucu Tone relieved years of weakness and catarrhal bronchitis after five weeks of use. The ad claims the remedy cleanses mucous membranes, restores sleep and energy, and guarantees satisfaction with a refund if not helped. Large bottles priced 89 cents, Rexall remedy sold at the store.

Rexall Macu-Tone Mrs. Hess Jersey City N. J Rexall

Local Store Ad Lists Large Bottles at 89 Cents

Classified ad shows prices at 89 cents for large bottles and provides street addresses including 50 Washington Street at Hanover 143, 50 Summer Street at South 129, 50 Summer Street, and 877 Washington Street near Oak, indicating nearby corners and shopping options.

Washington St Cor Hanover Summer St South Opp Oak

Mrs T G Plant Stops Speedway Runaway

Mrs T G Plant displays quick horsewomanly skill on the Brighton speedway saving a runaway driven by her husband Thomas G Plant a noted shoemaker. Ebony Boy and His Highness broke into a wild run as bystanders watched in alarm. she steadied the reins and prevented a crash.

Thomas G. Plant Brighton Mr. Plant Ebony Boy His Highness Mrs. Plant

Terror at Sharon as Firebug Rampage Continues

Sharon, Jan 18. A fear grips 600 homes as the town faces a third major blaze with the firebug still at large. Firefighters endure frigid conditions while officials debate rewards and blame, suspecting outsiders or local vagrants in a brazen spree across New England.

Sharon Quinn Charles Curtis

Orangeiie Worms Inside Secures Normal Circulation

Orangeiie Worms Inside claims to improve circulation and immune response by fortifying against disorders. The product description asserts it prevents chills and colds and supports overall health through unspecified ingredients.

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