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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1905
Page
2
Otis J. Clay of Savannah Georgia says a long battle with stomach trouble, indigestion, and constipation ended after trying Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey. He reports immediate relief from the first bottle and a complete cure, praising it as the best medicine for stomach and digestive issues.
For over fifty years Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey has been prescribed in hospitals as a treatment for weak stomachs and many diseases. It claims to purify blood, aid circulation, and bolster nerves and organs, marketed as a government-recognized medicine sold for $1 per bottle with a medical booklet available on request.
A letter from Melville E. Ingalls received in New York states a $50,000 Equitable policy he held was cancelled. Ingalls, a former director, said after resigning he would act only as a policy holder if he did any further action.
Oswego New York June 8 1920 A letter demanding $100000 for Rosamond Tonkin appears from an anonymous group known as The Three threatening kidnapping of John Jay Tonkin’s 12 year old daughter and calling for calls to deter detectives. A second letter dated Boston June 6 repeats threats and Mrs Tonkin lies in distress as detectives guard the child and a secret conference identifies the writer.
A special 18 hour Chicago to New York train on the Pennsylvania lines covered 468 miles from Chicago Union to Pittsburgh Union in 440 minutes. The train averaged 63.53 mph with 28 minutes stopped, and motion speed of 68.11 mph. Highlights include 62 to 73 miles per hour segments and a Clark Junction Fort Wayne distance of 126 miles. Passengers reported smooth riding.
In Franklin Park yesterday a mob of over twenty men searched the park for a presumed colored maniac who allegedly terrorizes women for morphine. Police report more cases involving the negro and night patrols are ordered to stay vigilant.
At John A. Logan Post 180 meeting veterans urged action to suppress The Real Lincoln in Cambridge Public Library. W H Estey elected to coordinate with library officials and Mayor, and to urge GA R state officers to push similar actions in other cities. P Stearns Davis Post 57 adopted parallel steps. librarian Ayer indicated willingness to cooperate.
Watertown reports Memorial Day may be carried on by local schoolchildren. Rev L G Greergnan, pastor of the Unitarian Church, urged Grand Army men to organize to preserve the observance or risk the memory of Memorial Day fading.
John Berkeley aged 14 of 82 Kinnaird Street Cambridge was knocked unconscious while biking near Garden Street Harvard Square last night. An auto struck him from the rear and narrowly avoided running over him. He was revived and taken home by ambulance with no broken bones found.
Charles H Eaton and his son William D Eaton battled a mad bull dog at 450 Tufts Street Somerville for about thirty minutes. After failed bludgeon blows the dog was knocked down and rendered insensible by Patrolman Samuel Simons and then shot. William was lightly scratched.
A Post report surveys Greater Boston ministers on women as ushers in churches. Opinions vary from approval and neutrality to strong objections citing decorum, modesty, and male attendance implications.
The article warns against cereal coffee imitators who copy Postum’s advertising but lack proper processing knowledge. It notes about 400 small factories started in nine years, most failing, and asserts Postum as the original cereal coffee trusted by physicians and the public for those seeking to break the coffee habit.
Mrs Julia Ward Howe is pictured in what may be her final portrait at her Boston home. Armenian painter C Eksergian works with her as Miss Alice Stone Blackwell observes, capturing Howe’s animated expression during long, engaging sittings.
Past Worshipful Master Albert B. Richardson of Lash Lodge Freemasons Chelsea died. Funeral services were held yesterday at Cary Avenue Methodist Church with Rev. R. Perry Bush officiating. Palestine Commandery Knights Templars conducted the Masonic rite. Interment followed at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Melba Corea a 29 year old blonde once of Corning Street and lodging houses was found dead yesterday morning at 233 Shawmut avenue in Mrs Alice Colby’s home. Medical examiner Draper ruled a natural end due to alcohol and associated habits. Police took the body to Lagrange street morgue awaiting claim or pauper’s grave.
In Christiania the council of state announces a reorganization after the Storthing dissolved the union with Sweden and declared King Oscar deposed. The new flag will replace the old at 10 a.m. with fortresses and warships saluting and foreign affairs separated from commerce and navigation.
The article argues that if Norway persists in its plan, it may achieve independence for the first time in over five centuries. It references events starting in 1876 and discusses the crown’s role in shaping national autonomy.
June 8 report states the Waltham Board of Health will soon distribute hundreds of circulars titled How to Feed the Baby. Dr. Strickland and Dr. Mosher advise on feeding infants, especially in warm weather, with specific guidance on nursing frequency, milk preparation, barley and oatmeal preparations, and when to seek medical advice.
Lieutenants Cox and Deehan of Cambridge police found a young man selling notes on law lectures in college buildings during a search for a book thief. Police seized the books and presented the seller to Dean Ames who believes he can identify the author, a former Law School student. An injunction may be sought to restrain further sales. Law students who bought copies will likely be contacted today.
Atlantic Fruit Company says no merger with United Fruit Company despite reports. A ship has arrived at Union Wharf with a large cargo, and another vessel Alliance is expected from Baracoa. The rivals have reached an agreement to sell fruit at a profitable figure.
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