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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1897
Page
5
Roxbury resident Mrs. E L Batchelder reports relief from chronic dyspepsia after treatment by Munyon's specialists. She says she was never without pain and distress until the cure.
A historical newspaper snippet touts Munyon products as remedies for nerve trouble, partial paralysis, catarrh, rheumatism, and liver issues. It includes quotes from Boston residents praising cures and notes Munyon devices like the Static Electrical Machine and Life Chamber with small vial remedies sold nationwide.
Last night the school committee voted not to introduce Fryes geographies and laid the matter on the table. They tabled the vertical writing report and asked committees to report on architects for new high schools in East and South Boston Dorchester Charlestown and for Girls High and West Roxbury High. A petition for increased physical training was accepted under suspension of the rules. Headmasters were unanimously elected for the English High Bowditch Comins and the evening drawing schools. New term grades group primary as first grade through grammar ninth. Military instruction in High and Latin schools to remain optional.
Miss Nellie Bertha Pickering and Mr Edward Ernest Peasley wed at the bride’s Everett home under a floral bell. Clergyman R Perry Bush officiated. Ushers Fred A Morton and Edward Friend assisted. The couple plans a Baltimore Washington trip and will live at 13 Beacon Street after returning.
Somerville activists led by Mrs. M. W. Bent press a new crusade against druggists bakers and grocers for selling soda cigars extract of malt on Sundays. Ministers Beekman Snell back the effort while the mayor questions malt as a luxury and suggests enforcement if proved.
The British Army and Navy Veterans' Union No 1 voted to attend a St Matthew's Church service in South Boston on June 20 with a Victorian Jubilee focus. They will also join a Tremont Temple meeting where Dr Lorimer discusses the era. An honorary member, Alexander Peterson of Roxbury, age 87, was thanked for his illness sympathy and elected.
Miss Ruth Calderwood and Mr. Thomas Burden married at 89 High Street Everett in a ceremony conducted by Rev. Arthur Greenleaf of Grace Episcopal Church. Wildflowers formed the decor and a reception followed at the bride’s sister Mrs. Horace W. Richmond home.
Mr Hawes Atwood longtime Everett resident died at his home of heart disease aged 8 years and 10 months He had long operated an oyster business in Boston at 41 and 43 Union Street for seventy years He belonged to Palestine Lodge Free and Accepted Masons St Pauls Royal Arch Chapter Boston and the Boston Commandery Knight Templars
An advertisement touts Anti Jag a claimed cure for alcoholism as a disease with a mysterious remedy. It alleges the drug makes drinkers lose taste for alcohol and can be hidden in tea coffee or soup. It asks readers to mail one dollar to Renova Chemical Co New York for discreet postage and full directions.
A Cambridge incident after the Harvard Princeton game on May 29 ends with a special student confessing to painting John Harvard statue with red paint. A junior class committee identified the culprit and required resignation from the university.
Miss Perkins and Mr. Anderson plan a lengthy honeymoon to Japan and France after a Boston wedding set amid lush church decorations. Arlington Street Church will feature enormous bridal roses, lilies of the valley, and asparagus vines, with reserved pews marked by white satin ribbons. A breakfast reception follows at the Perkins home before the couple sails for New York and then to France. Captain and Mrs. George H. Perkins will close their town house and depart for Webster, New Hampshire.
Mr. Charles Francis Adams 2d will serve as best man for Mr. Anderson at the Anderson Perkins wedding. A Hopkinson's School classmate, he later attended Harvard and graduated with the class of 1888. His noted social prominence in Harvard is highlighted as exceptional.
The passage lauds Mr Adams for leading nearly every school social group at Harvard. He served as class president in his first year and throughout his college years, headed the Institute of 1770, chaired Alpha Delta Phi and the A. D., led Hasty Pudding Club as president, starred in Pud ning theatricals, and was class day marshal. His power stemmed from popularity rather than athleticism.
The spring window display at My Clothier's corner of Hanover and Portland streets showcases high merit, reinforcing its status as a leading up-to-date clothing house in Boston.
Jerry O'Sullivan endures booking, stripping, and a grim cell in the Essex County jail. He receives a bare diet, simple bedding, and a view of the North River flats while awaiting further decisions from Sheriff Johnson and plans for his future.
A huge crowd waited at the depot for Jeremiah T O Sullivan on a Salem train as plans to move him to the Lawrence House of Correction failed. Supporters, many of whom were his followers, expressed strong feelings while Moran received praise for aiding his acquittal and the case remained a topic of local interest.
The Atkin son Furnishing Company at 827 Washington Street showcases a new ox blood finish on solid quartered oak furniture from Phoenix Furniture Company of Grand Rapids. The vivid, warm color brightens rooms amid easterly winds and long winters, drawing public attention.
Dr William H Holmes of Charlestown circulated a petition with 309 signatures urging the Board of Police to request liquor dealers to close June 17. The board has no authority to compel closure and dealers may remain open. Commissioner Martin noted the idea has limited potential and that police should enforce existing law rather than overstep it.
An editorial warns against using common soda to treat heartburn and sour stomach, citing risks of internal irritation and serious complications. It endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe, effective digestive aid available from druggists at 50 cents, with a brochure from Stuart Co. of Marshall, Michigan.
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