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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1903
Page
5
An advertisement extols Beecham's Pills as the remedy for ailments deemed peculiar to women and linked to distress. It claims time and trial prove its efficacy against decline and consumption, noting millions worldwide use it to maintain perfect health.
Beecham's Pills claim to strengthen and invigorate the nervous system for women of middle age. The advertisement notes blood purification and a foundation of health and strength, with full directions in the pamphlet wrapped around each box.
In a shattered fog the General Hancock ran aground near the East Boston slip after collision with the Winslow. Captain Burke battled a blind, twisting course for hours as passengers cried out in fear. The ferry finally reached Charlestown navy yard, ending a harrowing night of near-sinking and suspended service across routes.
An ad promotes a free trial package of a hair growth remedy claiming to stop hair loss, remove dandruff, restore luxuriant growth to scalp eyebrows and eyelashes, and return hair to natural color. Readers are told to send name and address with a 2 cent stamp to Altenheim Medical Dispensary Cincinnati Ohio.
Captain George Bussey of the General Sumner reports record fog in Boston Harbor as Noddle Island ferries struggle to dock. A brief collision with an unknown tug precedes a 45 minute nearly missed docking while Deputy Superintendent Donovan and gatekeeper Colby note the extreme conditions. Chelsea ferry damage adds to a terrible harbor night.
Motormen faced a ordeal as traffic slowed to half speed or less. Runs lasting thirty minutes stretched to an hour or more amid constant dread of collisions with teams. The dense maze of roped sidewalks and encircling crowds hindered cars and teamsters along the blocked routes.
Senator Carmack of Tennessee denounced Secretary Root as deceitful and accused Lodge of stalling Philippine investigations. He claimed witnesses were suppressed and criticized Rawlins for seeking war trials records. Beveridge lamented continued insinuations about American soldiers amid the political clash in Washington.
The House spent over four hours and only eight pages of the Indian appropriation bill. Mr. Burton of Ohio pressed Mr. Sherman for item explanations and helped cut several appropriations. He also presented statistics claiming more government spending worsened Indian dependency. Senate amendments to the bankruptcy act were agreed to.
The Cambridge annual budget has been cut by Mayor McNamee and sent to the finance committee for review. A major reduction affects the park department, which requested 100,793.95 for construction and lands, but the mayor approved 40,793.95.
A promotional appeal by Dr C Sargent Ferris of Fort Wayne Indiana offering a free supply of a "Vital Life Fluid" claimed to cure all diseases and restore health. The letter-style notice invites readers to write for treatment and asserts universal success despite skepticism.
A thick fog crippled Tremont street traffic as pedestrians and drivers struggled to see. Cabmen, expressmen, and trains faced a night of numerous collisions, delays at North and South stations, and stalled ships, with schedules blown apart and theatres hit by lost patrons.
The article cites Mark Twain's 24 hour fasting as a dubious cure for catarrh and contrasts it with modern remedies. It promotes Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a popular, cocaine and opiate free treatment claimed to clear nasal secretions quickly and provide relief for coughs bronchial catarrh and stomach catarrh, noting widespread druggist endorsement.
The warm air drizzling rain and murky conditions lifted frost into white fog plumes far thicker than ordinary fog. Boston, dubbed the City of Soft Coal, contributed by mixing coal smoke with the fog. Weather officials noted the most curious conditions seen by the bureau, with broad citizen concurrence.
Tugboat crews collected a 50 cent fare from passengers to shore as the Pilgrim liner docked seven hours late due to dense fog. Notables aboard included Hon. George Fred Williams and the Bobadil Opera Company party. Ferries and ships faced widespread delays with many remaining at Quarantine rather than risk navigation.
Jan Lynn reports a fiery day as a crowd attacked two cutters near Watson's shoe factory on Broad street. One man was left unable to work after severe injuries and a second received a discolored eye. At Lasters' Hall Boot and Shoe Workers claim 22 assailants. A Nicholson factory stitchers meeting drew few attendees amid jeers.
A committee of Boston and Albany railway employees from passenger and freight divisions met Vice President Van Etten to discuss overtime pay. The 100 mile trip standard and layoff rules were outlined, with Secretary Leonard stating the company would address any grievances promptly and fairly.
The Railroad Commission dismissed for lack of jurisdiction the petition by Lowell & Pelham Street Railway to run cars over Boston & Northern Street Railway tracks in Lowell. It issues an order defining joint use of street railway tracks and asserts it will seek city or town legislative guidance before deciding similar matters in the future.
Ralph Nakash 15 month old son of Mr and Mrs James L Nakash of 16 South Russell Street died at General Hospital from burns suffered when his clothing caught fire as his mother Mrs Nakash stripped away her outer skirt and fought to quench the flames He was brought to the hospital unconscious and physicians said his condition was hopeless The mother was severely burned while attempting to save him.
The Professional and Business Women's Club of Boston, a group of twenty stenographers bookkeepers matrons doctors readers and treasurers, marked its second anniversary with a dinner at the Brunswick last evening. While regular meetings are business oriented the club is pursuing a lunchroom in the city’s business district to be owned and run by members.
Northwestern University honors James Barr Ames of Harvard, Dr W W Keen of Jefferson Medical College, Albert B Prescott of Michigan, and Dean Edward C Kirk of Penn as honorary Doctors of Laws at a Chicago ceremony following the dedication of the new professional school building. President Hadley spoke on the place of the professional school in the modern university.
Tonight in Faneuil Hall under the United Irish League of Boston a protest will denounce the Galway city case where Colonel Arthur Lynch M P was sentenced to death but commuted to life imprisonment. Speakers may include former Governor Brackett Hon Charles Hamlin Hon William A Gaston Joseph Devlin M P ex Congressmen John F Fitzgerald John H H McNamee and others.
The Bay State Yacht Club of Revere held its first meeting last evening with 77 charter members. Officers elected: Commodore H. W. Dudley, vice Commodore Thomas J. Murphy, secretary Hugh M. McKay, treasurer J Samuel Hodge, trustees W. F. Small G. H. O’Nolora and Henry T. Wright. Clubhouse planned on News Avenue. Club flag adopted features a blue field with white diagonal stripes.
The Fast Boston Catholic Association and the City Point Catholic Association opened their gool billiard and whist series in East Boston last evening. City Point lost in billiards and whist but won the pool honors.
The Revere Republican Club held a smoke talk last night at its headquarters. Apeco were made by Selectmen Stowers Sullivan and Secretary J H Farnum.
A sensational advert claims Dr Derk P Yonkerman of Kalamazoo Michigan offers a universal cure for consumption and lung troubles. It promises free trial packages to all who write, alleging state officials and leading scientists endorse the remedy and that the germ cannot live in its presence. Send for a free package today.
The Cambridge Eagles Dance drew a crowded turnout for the union hall gala, the second annual Fraternal Order of Eagles event. Mayor John H. H. McNamee opened the grand march with Miss Lottie Baker as over 28 couples joined in. Guests from Springfield to Woonsocket attended. J. O'Brien and John A. Kelleher supervised the floor amid crowding accommodations.
The home branch of the Holy Ghost Hospital and Society hosted a whist party in the hospital lecture hall in Cambridge that evening, inviting members to join in card playing and social activity.
Francis Raynes longtime Charlestown resident died at his Prospect Street home after a prolonged illness. A builder by trade and a substantial property owner, he was born in Kittery, Maine, eighty two years ago.
In these days of sharp competition the remedy Dr True s Pin Worm Elixir gains popularity, advancing in public esteem and doubling its following. Introduced over 50 years ago it is hailed as a universal specific for worms in children or adults and is endorsed by physicians and mothers. The firm reports a 100 percent demand surge with 21 000 more bottles sold in 1902 vs 1901. A free booklet Children and Their Diseases is offered by Dr J F True & Co Auburn Me.
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