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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1899
Page
2
In a Boston shopping district heat drives crowds to thirst with iced tea and cold beer. Patrons tease the “old Sol” heat by flocking to bars offering schooners for a nickel. A euphoria of summer style and brisk exchanges fills the day as street commerce buzzes with relief.
A Boston prospectus invites women to buy shares in the eight story class building project with 250 rooms and modern amenities. Trustees Howard D. Van Norden Ben J. Moore Edwin Merrill oversee offerings with $10 per share and prospectus mailed for 4 cents.
Misses Wheeler daughters of General Wheeler visited Milford and Hopedale guests of Mr and Mrs George Otis Draper of Hopedale. A public reception at Mrs Draper's home featured Milford and Dreamate High School pupils and teachers. The ladies departed early tomorrow for their Alabama home.
Health ad urging quick action in treating illnesses and praising Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier. Includes testimonial from Mrs. J. T. Williams of Carbondale Pennsylvania about cure from blood poisoning after smallpox.
A hot dry spell leaves beaches crowded while farmers fear milk shortages as cows lose pasture. Newton reports cows without grazing and potential milk cuts, with possible water restrictions if drought persists. An old resident recalls a 1816 Massachusetts ice spell with frost in August.
A health guidance list warns against alcohol and heavy clothing during heat. It recommends milk fish and fruits, avoiding fried meats and ice water in excess, plus rest and prompt medical consultation for dizziness or heart trouble.
An editorial warns against using common soda as medicine for heartburn and sour stomach arguing it irritates the stomach and can cause serious complications. It endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe, effective treatment available from druggists for 59 cents per package with a free guide from the F A Stuart Co.
A well known young teamster dived from a wharf into the Merrimac River this afternoon and was drowned. The body was recovered minutes after the disappearance was noticed. It is believed heat affected Welch prompting the jump with clothes on. no reason to think it was suicide.
Mrs Belle Marshall Roloson wife of KR W Roloson a long time member of the Board of Trade shot herself in the right temple at her Prairie avenue home suffering from nervous prostration due to heat. She died almost instantly.
The Hon. Thomas Norton Hart states he will not run for the Republican mayoral nomination. He cites the tough state of affairs the next mayor will inherit and his age near seventy. Several names circulate, including Col Melvin Adams, ex-Atty Gen Pillsbury, ex-Mayor Curtis, ex-Alderman Sanford, ex-Senator Holden. Strong pressure may push Hart to reconsider.
Observers praise the Boston Tailoring Company's window display for its artistic arrangement. This week's central highlight is a bright red broadcloth golf coat with green velvet cuffs and collar, showcased as a fine example of custom tailoring.
A man charged with swindling street railway companies in Quincy was arraigned after defrauding the Quincey and Boston Street Railway of 25 dollars. He refused to plead and received nine months in the House of Correction.
The Defender topsail broke free during a sailing trial off Newport sinking a hole in the mainsail and the 40 foot pole pierced the deck into the cabin below. The crew avoided injuries as the yacht returned to Herreshoff dock for repairs likely in four to five days. Iselin visited from New York to inspect Columbia and anticipated a Saturday launch but withheld the christening name.
Petitioners led by Josiah Dean and R G Betts urged lamps for night cycling in park lanes while opponents from the L A W and Massachusetts Bicycle Club warned lamps cause glare and accidents. Officials noted prior failures and hinted a decision after further remonstrances. Mayor Quincy reportedly opposes the measure as wheelmen clash with lamp interests.
An advertising piece promotes U.S. Whiskey bottled in bond with Internal Revenue officers overseeing distillation and government guarantees of strength purity and age. The copy urges readers to “get the best” from this American sovereign product.
In the continued hearing before Judge Hardy, William Farrand sues J J Dellagana et al. in equity. Further witnesses were heard and arguments presented. the court reserved its decision.
John H Farnham and Frank Ourish say no paced race on June 17 as they are club mates and would not ride each other. Ourish is not Eagle Cycle Club member. Dorchester Wheelmen seek match with Chelsea Cycle Club and will race any amateur New England club for a prize. St Onge and Clay promote park circuit at Highland Park Brockton this week.
Cambridge police seek 24 year old West Indian Hector H Hudson after he assaulted Miss Leok 21 at 5d Howard street Cambridgeport and tried to kill his wife during the rescue. Mrs Hudson wounded, Hudson fled, described as vicious and known to carry a dirk.
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