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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1905
Page
2
Boston specialist Dr James M Solomon with 25 years experience offers an absorptive treatment for cancers and tumors claimed to remove them without cutting or knife use.
Advertisement for a physician who provides free initial consultation, diagnoses, and treatment by an absorptive method for cancers, tumors, blood poison, hydrocele, and other chronic ailments. Notes affordability based on means and offers mail consultation and a booklet.
In Fall River on June 28 the Weavers Union held a special meeting calling for restoration of the wage scale prior to July 25 1904. Wages had been reduced from 19.80 to 17.33 cents per cut, a 12 12 percent cut. Secretary James Whitehead warned no decision on actions if manufacturers refuse, while millowners and workers weigh next steps in the stalled dispute.
The Wood, Wire and Metal Lathers' Union praised Alderman Frank J. Linehan for opposing Boston’s acceptance of 400 000 from Andrew Carnegie. Members recalled past lockouts and dismissals by Carnegie. The union endorsed Linehan and announced new non-union to union contracts, plus affiliate moves and a slate of delegates.
A mysterious tree boring insect in South Framingham is destroying maple trees. Tree Warden N I Bowditch seeks entomologist help as fear rises that the pest could rival the gypsy moth. Specimens resemble the devil's darning needle with long hairlike tentacles used to drill smooth holes up to lead pencil diameter, with as many as 3000 holes in a single tree.
Fifty members of the Lawrence Scientific School Association gathered at the Vendome for an after dinner program on the future of the school. W H Niles presided as toastmaster and officers were elected including S P Sharples as first vice president and C D Lawson as second vice president. Class night for 86 followed at the University Club with 30 members present and talks by notable figures including Dr B H Nichols.
Jacob Pearlman a 27 year old Russian resident of Chelsea was arrested on a warrant charging him with larceny. He allegedly stole 767.60 dollars from Rebecca Rafeld of 70 Salem Street at various times in June.
In Boston yesterday Medical Examiner Harris ruled death by heart disease as Kempf a life sentence prisoner at Charles Town State Prison for the murder of his brother in law George H Emmons at South Boston on November 26 1886 intervening between his long and strenuous bid for freedom His death occurred Tuesday afternoon He was known as a model prisoner and his pardon petition had long been before the Governors Council committee The funeral will be held at the Frederick L Briggs undertaking establishment 20 Howard Street today a sister of the deceased arranged the burial.
Thomas King 9 of 43 Charter Street drowned at North End Park while playing at the pier with his brother and sister. Friends tried to throw him a lifeline but failed. The Fort crew retrieved the scene but King had already sunk.
The Governor is described as very sick while private secretary Buchanan reports his condition has improved and says there is no fear. He is expected at the State House next week, according to the Post reporter.
Miss Helene Farrell daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Farrell of 27 Dickens street Dorchester and Jeremiah Connors of Neponset were married yesterday at St Peters Church Dorchester by Rev Florence J Halloran cousin of the groom. Miss May Farrell sister of the bride served as maid of honor with Daniel Connors the groom's brother as best man. The bride wore white point d esprit over white lace. The couple will reside at 119 Mill street Dorchester.
Miss Margaret Agnes Sullivan daughter of Mr and Mrs John T Sullivan of Winthrop married Joseph Hooker Bradley of Philadelphia. The ceremony was at Star of the Sea Church East Boston at five o clock conducted by Rev Hugh Roe O'Donnell. Best man James Conroy Dorchester. Sister Julia V Sullivan attended. The bride wore white satin with chiffon trim.
A midnight collision between a fast street car and an automobile at Broadway and Dorchester left John Peters, 25, of 25 Homer Street, thrown from the running board. He was taken to City Hospital with serious injuries including leg fractures. The auto was driven by Herman J. Fanning of 158 Boston Street, Dorchester.
Members of the committees from various Massachusetts councils of the Royal Arcanum met at Tremont Temple and voted unanimously against the new rates. A resolution endorsing local councils actions was adopted and sent to the Massachusetts grand council and all U S councils.
Nine men were killed and 12 to 15 injured when a dynamite explosion rocked the Emporium Powder Company plant three miles west of Emporium Penn today. The blast was described as terrific and was felt for miles around.
Dartmouth in Hanover New Hampshire received a $50,000 donation from retired Boston judge Stephen Moody Crosby toward the building fund. The campaign aimed at $250,000 and the total raised so far reached $230,000.
Miss Nellie Cutter Griffin, daughter of Mr and Mrs Wilbur S Griffin, married Warren Guy Crooker of Hyde Park this afternoon at Winaden Hall Green Lodge Dedham. Bishop Willard F Malialieu officiated with maid of honor Miss Beatrice L Griffin and best man Mr Herbert Thomas. Bridesmaids Virginia Washburn Willa Crocker Ruth Hathaway Edna Barnes. Flower girls Margaret Stimson Winnifred Washburn. The couple wore traditional wedding attire and bouquets with decorative floral crowns.
At Sacred Heart Church Flor ence Braslin daughter of Mrs Margaret Braslin and Timothy C Graney married by Rev P J Holly. Bridesmaid Elizabeth Q Braslin and best man Charles G Braslin. Reception at the bride’s home. They will live at 74 Upham Street after August 1.
Mary E. Murphy daughter of Patrick Murphy of the South End wed Thomas W. Fitzpatrick of Dorchester in the cathedral chapel. Rev Father Crane officiated. Bridesmaid Catherine Murphy sister of the bride and best man John J. Fitzpatrick brother of the groom. A large reception followed at 33 Oakley Street.
James D. Colt special master reports in Massachusetts Supreme Court that Guy C. and George BE Stillings violated the injunction against the Preferred Mercantile Company by withdrawing funds. He cites 1904 order and notes $19,108.35 unaccounted. Hearing set for July 11 with potential appeal to full bench.
Mr and Mrs George Wachtel marked their third wedding anniversary at their residence 233 Chelsea street East Boston last night with family and friends in attendance.
Mrs Mary A P Thompson of 263 Columbia Road Dorchester celebrated her 85th birthday Tuesday with friends and relatives calling during the afternoon and evening. The presents were numerous. Musical selections were given by Clinton Messer of Peabody, Mrs Charles H Davis of Winthrop, and Ruth Ty.
Miss Elizabeth Thurlow of Somerville and Miss Bertha Staples with Miss Della Dame of East Boston joined in readings led by Otis Copeland of Peabody and George H. Tyler of Somerville. Mrs Thompson remains active and reads without spectacles as a member of the Solomon Pierce Family Club.
A seven year old, Frank C. Jackson of 38 D street, South Boston, was struck and killed by a New York, New Haven Hartford railroad outbound train near the New England bridge. The engineer failed to stop. The body was taken to Jones undertakers on Lagrange street and identified after confusion about the dead boy’s parentage.
Judge Geo W Kelley of Rockland plans a July Fourth parade with the Massasoit Drum Corps of Plymouth, expressing intent to proceed despite prior objections over the industrial parade. He vows to push the march through the streets even if solo.
An old advertisement urges Dr Miles New Head product claiming to strengthen nerves and muscles after fluttering palpitation fainting spells and chest pains. It promises quick benefit with one bottle and money back if not improved, signed by A M Bassett of Wellington Ohio.
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