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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1905
Page
2
A humorous formal notice circulated for Martin M. Lomasney the “Czar of Ward 8” inviting gifts for his Ward 8 themed farm house warming near Concord Massachusetts on July 4. The spoof list names gifts from local figures and hints at political rivalries and ward division.
A prefatory installment from a fictional Czar of Ward 8 addressing Hon. James Donovan of Concord Massachusetts. Dated June 30 the letter opens with apologies for delayed replies to multiple messages and teleg rams.
Dr James M Solomon of Boston, a 25 year specialist, promotes an absorptive non surgical method claimed to cure cancers and tumors without cutting or knives.
A local physician advertises free friendly talks and consultations. He promises to assess each case honestly, charge nothing if the case is incurable, and bill according to the patient’s means if curable. He invites readers to visit the office for diagnosis and guidance.
An advertisement promises cures for cancer tumors and chronic diseases through an absorptive method. It lists ailments like blood poison hydrocele and loss of strength and vigor and offers free consultation at an office or by mail. It invites readers to request a booklet and symptom blank.
Colonel William A. Gaston tells the Postman he will aid any effort to persuade Governor Douglas to reconsider his decision not to seek the governorship this fall. Douglas may decide before the Democratic convention, with leaders Gaston Thayer and Drinkwater pressing the case. The state committee meets before July to address leadership and a successor to Chairman Flaherty.
Congressman Augustus P. Gardner announced he will recommend Captain Edgar J. Whelpley for postmaster of Salem to replace W. Harvey Merrill whose term ends January. The appointment is one of several resolved recently with candidates including Assistant Postmaster George F. Cooke. the office salary is $3300.
Proved by critics in Provincetown after Charleston's trial run critics blame hull construction as faulty blaming the old clash between navy construction and engineering departments. Naval officials foresee design changes and a trial board meeting will review the cruiser’s work.
Clerk Dever outlines a wide Independence Day program in Boston starting 7:30 a.m. at the Common and ending with fireworks. The day features amateur athletics, Gaelic football, sailing regatta, band concerts, various athletic and baseball events across multiple parks, with prizes for amateur games and possible East Boston carnival participation.
At the first meeting of the recess committee on trolley and steam roads there was little demand for amendments. Railroad counsel reported satisfaction with current laws. A second hearing will begin July 11.
Andrew G. Webster, chairman of a sub committee under the Committee of One Hundred, states the effort for reciprocal trade with Canada and Newfoundland is a broad state movement. He notes the Boston Chamber of Commerce helped start the drive and that Henry M. Whitney, chamber president, also chairs the Committee of One Hundred.
President John A. Brett declines to call a special meeting over a petition charging insubordination against Washington School principal Walter L. Harrington. The matter will proceed at the next regular School Board meeting with options including investigation, filing, or tabling. Opponents plan to push the charges, testing the board’s majority.
The immigration bureau reports the fiscal year saw 66 646 arrivals at Boston port, bringing 1 436 796 dollars. Boston becomes the second U S port of entry as officials praise the record. Scandinavians lead with 12 031, followed by Irish 11 926 Italians 11 001 English 8 607 and Hebrews 6 275. Magyars and Slavs appear in Boston for the first time with 1 550.
Fire at the Thomas Coulthurst periodical store 460 Hyde Park avenue Ros lindale reached fireworks in the window. Matthew Coulthurst tried to extinguish the blaze and burned his right hand. Stock suffered fire smoke and water damage estimated at 1500. Building and fixtures about 300 damaged.
James Kirven assaults Morris Goldstein a traveling picture pedlar on Warren avenue near the railroad bridge Charlestown Goldstein is treated at Relief Hospital for injuries Kirven is jailed on assault and battery charges
Fire Commissioner Wells announced general authorization for bonfires in suitable places on the Fourth of July to reduce street fires. Permits will be issued after district chief approval with police coordination. All 72 call men to stay on duty from the night before to the morning after.
Ex councilman S. D. Elmore of Cambridge was elected chairman of the non partisan ward and city committee. He previously served as secretary. H. J. Winslow was named secretary, W. K. Blodgett treasurer, and H. O. Houghton chaired the finance committee. R. D. Crane became vice president in January.
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