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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1903

Page

2

Free to Ladies Free to Ladies from Dr Mary Lock Co

An unsolicited offer promises a free full $5.00 three course home remedy package for piles and female weaknesses. The mailing is directed to Dr Mary Lock Co at 1488 Englewood Station Chicago Illinois with claims of privacy and prepaid delivery to any woman who writes noting suffering. The message asserts no questions or references are needed and urges prompt writing.

Dr. Mary Lock U. S Mary Lock Co Englewood Station Chicao

Old Home Week Celebrations Draw Large Crowds in Haverhill

Thousands gather as New England towns celebrate Old Home Week with Secretary Moody among the notable visitors. City officials welcome homecomers at a City Hall reception as parades prepare to unfold. Marshals named include J S Tapley’s staff chief Harry Brown and bugler Varnum Sanborn, with procession marshals Buswell Crowell and Samuel Hmerson.

Haverhill William H. Moody City Hall Flanders John 8. Tapley Harry E. Brown Varnum C. Sanborn Joseph K. Buswell Bert C. Crowell Samuel Hmerson

Caldwell Still in the Lead in Golden Wheel Race at Charles River Park

After two nights of racing Caldwell held first place in the Golden Wheel event at Charles River Park covering 94 miles 954 yards in two hours. Munroe trailed second with 93 miles 1498 yards, De Guichard third, Lawson last. Caldwell repeatedly broke the world record for one hour during the evening, riding 47 miles 4 yards. Munroe emerged as a surprise, riding 47 miles and fraction in minutes. The race featured pacing by Riders and a standing start with Caldwell graded for a late surge. Caldwell forged ahead at 35 miles, then passed Munroe on the 39th mile and again near the 48th mile, finishing a half lap behind Munroe. No accidents marred the event.

Charles River Park Harry Caldwell Bennie Munroe Basil de Guichard Gussie Lawson de Guichard Lawson Caldwell Munroe Hunter Buden Hoffman Jed Newkirk Newkirk Bennie Pride of Tennessee

Byfield Parish Draws Distant Sons and Daughters

The parish of Byfield held a reception last evening at the church parsonage in South Byfield bringing together sons and daughters from New England and other states. The rooms were completely filled with attendees.

Byfield New England Union South Byfield

Mansfield hosts clam bake day with historical address

In Mansfield on July 28 the Old Home week program closed with a Rhode Island clam bake. Hundreds gathered on the common for singing and music. William A. Copeland gave a Mansfield historical address, while Judges Thomas E. B. Grover of Canton and Henry J. Fuller of Taunton, both Mansfield natives, delivered short orations.

Mansfield Rhode Island William A. Copeland Thomas EB. Grover Canton Henry J. Fuller Taunton

Gala midweek closings mark Melrosss event week

July 28 Melrosss reports most clubs and social groups held open houses and several family reunions. Stores and businesses will close at noon tomorrow for the city gala day, signaling a festive end to the week’s normal schedule.

Melrosss Ciups

Antiques Highlight Town Hall Old Home Week

In Fairhaven on July 2 the anti quarium in the Town Hall tops the Old Home week exhibits. A women's committee led by Mrs. Edmund Anthony Jr has gathered an excellent assortment of antiques. H. H. Rogers serves as president of the Old Home Week Association.

Fairhaven Edmund Anthony, Jr H. H. Rogers

Old Home Week Athletics End With Band Concert

Methuen July final arrangements for Old Home Week note a hot ball game between Hull regulars led by Town Treasurer Nickerson and a plains team managed by Senator Fitzgerald, ending 14 to 6. Water sports saw Brookline swimmers prize cups. A Salem Cadet Band concert closed the fete.

Hull Piehler Co. V. Nickerson Allerton Atlantic Hill Fitzgerald Galloup's Hill Brookline Allerton Hill Salem Cadet Band

Ebelt Confesses to Strangling Wife in Mt Vernon

Martin Ebert admitted killing his wife in Mt Vernon New York after viewing her body in the morgue. He lured her to the Sixth street swamp at night and cast her remains into a sewer. Police seek another woman who allegedly influenced the crime. Ebert is held for the grand jury.

MT. Vernon N. Y Martin Ebert Sixth Street Foley Pbelt

Requiem Masses Held in Sistine Chapel for Pope Leo XIII

In Rome on July 28 three high requiem masses were celebrated in the Sistine Chapel for Pope Leo XIII. Cardinal Serafino Vannutelli officiated the morning rite before a gathering of Sacred College members and diplomats. The service featured the Sistine Choir, Abbe Perosi's directing, and a solemn procession around the catafalque with armed guards and ritual salutes.

Rome Leo XIII Sistine Chapel Vatican Serafino Vannutelli Sacred College Sistine Choir Abbe Perosi Thomas Esmonde Donolan Perosi Italy Satolli Cardinal Richard Paris Catafalque

Short Conclave Expected at Rome

The Tribuna reports the fisherman's ring may be found in a sealed drawer and used in the symbolic ceremony after Leo XIII's successor is chosen. The Vatican notes a trifling present to many dignitaries, a short conclave is expected, and the Sacred College factions widen their breach with talk of supporting a foreign cardinal.

Romeo Camerlengo Cardinal Oreglia Leo Leo XIII Vatican Sacred College

First great service for Pope Leo at St Patrick’s Cathedral

The Office for the Dead was celebrated at St Patrick’s Cathedral New York for Pope Leo. The vast church was decorated with mourning bands and a 15 foot catafalque bearing papal arms. Archbishop Farley led with Bishop-elect Colton and Mer Edwards as Dominicans and Franciscans processed in.

New York Leo St. Patrick’s Cathedral Archbishop Farley Colton Buffalo Mer. Edwards

ERRORS ALLEGED IN POLICE LIST DISCUSSION OF SECTION 4 AND 7

The reporter notes a debate over a police list and permit investigations under Section 4 with plans to implement Section 7 later in August. The commissioner cites lack of haste and careful applicant review amid a forthcoming August rush, with a policy outline not yet proposed by any party. A further announcement following a conference with Dr. Pierce is expected.

Republican Party Pierce

Politician Criticizes Police Board Over Voter Listing Rules

President Fitzgerald of the Democratic city committee accuses Chairman Emmons of misstating Luce law requirements for supplementary voter listing. He notes the need for two town trips under current rules, contrasting with former practice of direct registration after oath at the assessors and a single trip to the election board.

Fitzgerald Democratic City Committee Emmons Board of Police City Hall Hmmons Old Court House Board of Elections

Provisions of Luce Law Spark Senate Judge Rift over Residency

The contested sections require new city residents after May 1 to appear before police officials to swear they resided in the city for at least six months before the election and to receive a certificate of residency. The police must investigate, publish findings, and inform election authorities within 10 days, enabling registry revisions.

Luce Fitzgerald Emmons Police Board Board of Police Tergin

Collins Calls the Council

Mayor Collins called a special meeting of the Common Council for Thursday evening to push a loan bill for street improvements. The loan order has stalled for months due to lack of a two-thirds vote, blocked by Democratic defection and sufficient Republican votes. The outcome hinges on party lines at the upcoming session.

Collins Common Council

Union label committee funds ad push and posters citywide

The Cigarmakers' Union label commit tee decided at its meeting last night to spend $5000 this month in advertising the label. It was also voted to place 6500 more of the 24 sheet posters throughout the city to call attention to organized trade unionists that non union tobacco should not be bought in any form.

Cigarmakers’ Union

Cuticura Remedies Prominent in Women's Health Claims

A promotional notice extols Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent for antiseptic cleansing of mucous surfaces and blood aiding female health. It asserts relief from ulcers inflammations irritations and fatigue unseen ailments, touts safety economy and global popularity among women.

Cutiewra Resolvent Charterhouse Rue de la Pal Boston Columbus Ave Sendtor

Provision for Invalids at Osmo-Chemic System of Medicine

The Osmo-Chemic physicians invite those with chronic illnesses such as catarrh asthma bronchitis consumption cancers or tumors to seek examination and trial treatment under the new light method free of charge if they apply by August 1. The article contrasts patient and physician interests and highlights open doors and financial assistance for the needy.

Boston Wall Washington St R. H. White Oxford Boylston Street

Labor's Thanks for Donovan from Boston Union Leaders

Organized labor in Boston praises Superintendent James Donovan for negotiating with the Cramps of Philadelphia to hire only union machinists and riggers for a $250,000 calf pasture pump project. The Boston Central Labor Union notes Donovan’s trip outside the state, at his own expense, to secure union labor and eight hour shifts, calling it a unique position and city welfare action.

Organized Labor Boston James Donovan Philadelphia Dennis D. Driscoll Boston Central Labor Union Donovan

New and Better Breakfast Food Attracts Wide Praise

An ad copy touts a breakfast product described as new and better, claiming it pleases everyone. It urges readers to buy a package today from grocers, credited to Tue GuersEZ Pure Food Co. and Lz Roy.

Tue Guersez Pure Food Co Lz Roy

No Cures Like These In All the World

A sensational boast on Osmo Chemic treatment claims world beating hospitals and sanitariums by offering a cure through a science based cell life restoration. Testimonials urge readers to visit and verify the healing power for themselves.

Europe

eczema cured by new Osmo-Chemic light cure claim

William H. Newhall of 757 Tremont narrates decade long suffering from eczema. He credits Osmo-Chemiec Light Cure for dramatic eye catching improvement and declares it permanent with simple ointment following treatment.

W. H. Newhall Tremont William H. Newhall

Free X Ray Examinations Offer by Osmo Chemicc Physicians

The Osmo-Chemicc Physicians advertise free X ray examinations using a fluoroscopic setup to inspect all body parts and determine the cause of ailments with certainty. They claim accuracy and invite patients to come and be examined at no cost.

Osmo-Chemic Treatment Cures Mrs Mills Headache

Mrs John Mills of 2 Church Place East Cambridge reports severe headaches improved after one Osmo-Chemic treatment on June 2. She also notes stomach catarrh relief and acne improvement, attributing health gains to the Osmo-Chemic physicians.

John Mills Church Place East Cambridge

Osmo-Chemic treatment aids stomach cure claim

Minnie Hayes of 53 White Street Haverhill Massachusetts reports long stomach trouble improved after Osmo-Chemic treatment following X Ray diagnosis. She endorses the Osmo-Chemic system, stating it may fulfill hopes of relief and urges others to seek evaluation to confirm potential cure.

Minnie Hayes White St Haverhil Mass Minnie B. Hayes

Light Cure Twice a Week Improves Mr. Smith’s Health

Robert R. Smith of 41 Granite Street Quincy Massachusetts reports severe abdominal pain and failed treatments before trying Osmo-Chemic light therapy. After X rays revealed a stomach disorder the twice weekly light treatment yielded noticeable improvement and he endorses the Osmo-Chemic doctors.

Robert R. Smith Granite St Quincy Mass

Osmo Ne Medicine Chemig System Incorporated

The Osmo Ne Medicine Chemig System Incorporated is listed in records as a corporate entity. Details of its operations and status are not provided in the fragment.

Boylston St

L Plunkett M D Chief Consulting Physician Offices Listed

L Plunkett MD chief consulting physician lists permanent offices in Boylston Building Boston and multiple locations in Lynn Worcester Manchester Portland New Haven Bridgeport and other cities. Office hours are 9 to 11 7 8 daily with Sunday closed.

J- L. Plunkett M. D Boylston Boston Mass Central Square Lynn Main St Worcester Elm St Manchester N.H Congress St Portland Maine Church St New Haven Conn Con St Bridgeport

Fifteen Year Old Burglary Suspect Arrested in Cambridge Street

Harry A. Morgan a 15 year old of 131 Cambridge Street was arrested after 2 a m on Howard Street for breaking and entering the shoe shop at 43 Howard Street and is wanted in Stations 2 5 for similar thefts across Cambridge Street last week. Officers recovered 150 keys and two jimmy tools on Morgan at Joy Street station. His photograph to be taken at police headquarters.

Joy Street Harry A. Morgan Cambridge Street Merritt Howard Street Morgan Division 3

Unions and Labor Stance Highlighted in Cramps Case

The excerpt notes notable friendliness toward labor groups and recounts a public figure’s willingness to intervene for workers. It cites a specific Cramps affair and a broader pattern of actions, including moving to help a friend secure a large contract when union wage requirements were unmet.

Electrical Workers' Unions Strike Coast-Wide Wage Fight

Electrical Workers' Union 104 donated 50 dollars to the San Francisco unit. The Pacific coast strike involves about 2500 electricians seeking a uniform wage. San Francisco pays 3.50 dollars daily as the coast minimum. Unions 103 and 104 met to discuss trade jurisdiction.

Electrical Workers’ Union 104 San Francisco

Labor unions set Labor Day parade plans and entries

Roofers Protective Union admitted 15 applicants and approved a Labor Day parade. Floor Layers Union 109 and Painters Union 11 ordered all members to participate in the parade. Laundry Drivers Union voted against parading.

Roofers’ Protective Union Union 109 Painters’ Union

Dorchester Woman Missing With Clerk Carl Little

Mrs. Elizabeth Hardison of Centre street Dorchester is believed to have left with clerk Carl Little from Garland & Sons grocers. The mother of Mrs. Hardison says the daughter went to visit her uncle in Pullman Illinois and may be en route to Chicago.

Hardison Illinois Ware Malden Elizabeth Hardison Garland & Co Grocers Washington Street Dorchester Pullman Ill Centre Street M. W Garland & Sons Charles Little Chicago

Known for Cook's Imperial Champagne Not Just Name

A brief note praises Cook's Imperial Champagne for its quality beyond the brand. It emphasizes the product itself as a key factor in consumer trust.

Rock Island gains control of Evansville & Terre Haute system

New York July 28 The Rock Island system via the St. Louis and San Francisco railroad has taken over the Evansville and Terre Haute and its subsidiary lines by acquiring the Hooley syndicate holdings. Edwin S Hooley resigns as president and director, with B F Yoakum stepping into both roles.

New York Rock Island St. Louis & San Francisco Evansville & Terre Haute Edwin S. Hooley Edwin S. Hooley & Co T. B. Pearson

Four Drownings After Opening of New Dam

Four youths drowned at Herris Island after the opening ceremony of the Allegheny dam project in Pittsburg Pennsylvania. The accident occurred in the first hours following the formal event, leaving the community in shock. Authorities investigated the incident and began rescue and safety reviews for the area.

Pittsburg Penn Herris Islan Allegheny

My Little Girl Cured of Consumption in Boston Clinic

Testimonial from Mrs Frances M Hill of Allston Massachusetts detailing her ten year old daughter’s long battle with consumption hereditary in the family and the remarkable two month cure after inhaling the Koch Lung Cure Treatment at 361 Boylston Street Boston. The account emphasizes hope for others afflicted by tuberculosis.

Boylston Street Boston Frances M. Hill Reedsdale St Allston Mass

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