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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1905
Page
2
A Brooklyn man reports five months of facial eczema eased after using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent. He says one night of washing and ointment started a dramatic improvement, with scales disappearing and social activity resumed within a month.
The trial pivots to closing remarks by James H. Vahey at 9 30 a m with about five hours planned. If he finishes before noon, Parker will speak today. otherwise Parker presents tomorrow morning. The duel shapes the fate of Charles L Tucker.
The article describes Attorney-General Parker and opponent James H. Vahey delivering forceful closing arguments in the Tucker murder trial in East Cambridge. Jurors could reach a verdict by Tuesday afternoon or may remain deliberating into Wednesday, with Judge Sheldon expected to spend about an hour charging the jury.
The ad touts Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills as near superhuman in efficacy for eczema psoriasis scalp issues milk crust tetter and salt rheum claiming immediate relief speedy permanent care absolute safety and economy. It lists Boston and Potter Drug & Chem as sole proprietors with product addresses and symbols.
At a Ward 7 Democrats gathering, President William T. A. Fitzgerald received a diamond pin from Joseph F. Hawkins. Hawkins praised his campaign leadership in securing Mayor Collins's historic majority and energizing support for Governor Douglas, noting Fitzgerald’s effective service in every office he has held.
An advertisement claims a nerve based remedy for kidneys by Dr Shoop. It promises free booklets and a dollar bottle for first time readers and lists six study books with topics from kidneys to rheumatism. It asserts automatic nerves control all vital organs and urges readers to request free orders today.
A listing describes second floor merchandise at 352 or 364 Wash'n st with items such as Barney and Berry skates, Raymond torpedo skates, doc collars, fishing tackle, suitcases, mandolins, clocks, lace curtains, draperies, wall papers, furs, cutlery, and elevator access.
An advertisement lists a broad range of men and boys clothing with suit prices from 7.50 to 12.00 and related items. Includes boys and children's suits from 1.50 to 3.50, neckwear, gloves, handkerchiefs, hose, hats, caps, and sweaters with various discount notes and price markers. The layout resembles a department store banner style.
The ad notes a complete prescription and drug stock from Co. E. Woodward & Co. at 52 Bromfield Street with daily bargains across all drug store goods.
Large inventory of damask linens and damask table linens at low prices. Seersucker and Turkish towels, ladies corsets, coats, hats, nightgowns, sheets, and a vast stock of ladies and men's suitings. Also shirts, vests, pants, walking skirts, and silk petticoats offered at deep discounts with stamps.
Report from the courtroom recalls jurors at the Tucker trial sharing meals and routines at the Mansion House. They attended church with Sheriff Fairbairn, read papers, dined at 1 20, and retired by nine after a day of deliberation ahead of a life or liberty decision.
Medical examiners say Mabel Page was killed by a single edged knife and the weapon found in Tucker’s pocket with a broken blade. Witnesses tie the knife to the crime scene including blood on the blade and a Canadian pin linked to the victim. Handwriting experts tag a note as Tucker’s. Tucker admits possession of the knife and inconsistent stories. Various witnesses discuss money in his possession and missing funds after the murder. Blood traces on Tucker’s overcoat are noted as human blood.
Defense witnesses challenge the knife as the weapon and dispute blood at the scene. Executed alibis include sightings at Cutter's corner and Weston bridge, while others argue the Morton slip was written by Mabel Page. Observers recount a Boston theater knife incident and Tucker’s movements around noon.
Scott & Bowne advertise cod liver oil emulsion as a food serving as a blood-maker nerve tonic and flesh-builder. Marketed as digestible for the tired weak and for children who request more, with free samples offered from 409 Pearl Street New York.
Yesterday the St Marys Church Endicott Street observed Communion Sunday for the Unmarried Ladies Sodality. More than 800 members participated in a 7:30 mass officiated by Rev Francis Casey assisted by Rev Joseph A Gorman rector.
Dr Alfred Worcester announced Miss Pringle will become matron at Waltham Hospital around March 1 replacing Miss Alice L Stone who resigns to move to California.
Officers from Roxbury Station 9 raided the Rover Club at 67 Warren Street Roxbury with a search warrant after weeks of surveillance. They secured 82 gallons of lager beer during the evening operation.
Winthrop Murray Crane Jr son of the Massachusetts senator is to marry Miss Ethel Waton of Pittsfield. The ceremony will be held Thursday evening February 9 in the First Congregational Church of Pittsfield.
The wedding links Western Massachusetts paper magnates Crane and Eaton Hurlbut interests. Crane of Crane & Co. and Z W M Crane joins Eaton Hurlbut Paper leaders Arthur W. Eaton and the Eaton Hurlput Stationery firms, employing over 1000 workers. Attendants include Yale friend James Hagar and bridesmaids Nannie Pierson Mollie Gamwell Esther Allen Arn West. The couple will live in the groom’s house from his 21st birthday. Win Crane recently graduated from Yale.
A brief ad notes a worldwide 14 and Grip remedy called Grip Col ds Laxative Bromo Quinine. It promises to remove the cause and instructs readers to call for the full name and seek the signature of E. Ww. Grove. The price is listed as 25 cents.
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