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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1904
Page
5
Captain W. W. Jackson of Washington D C, aged eighty three and a veteran of the Black Hawk, Mexican and Civil wars, reports catarrhal stomach trouble improving after using Peruna. He credits three bottles with removing all signs of the disorder and recommends it to friends.
The ad asserts that more than half of illnesses come from catarrh affecting many organs, not just the nose. It promotes Peruna as a tonic improving mucous membranes and digestive function, helping the body’s systems to work properly.
A reward of $10,00% is deposited in Market Exchange Bank Columbus Ohio to certify that testimonials are genuine and held in possession with authentic letters. The notice asserts years of advertising without using any spinous testimonials and claims every testimonial is genuine in the words of the speaker.
RANGOR Me June 2 The Republican State convention today nominated Hon William T Cobb of Rockland as candidate for Governor in September. The gathering featured lively debate over prearrangement, a rebuke of Mayor Bradbury of Ridgedord, and a plank opposing the present fee system for state and county offices.
A birthday party for Commodore Moll was celebrated at the Read sor ead fe. Attendees included members of the Wed aye endance and others from The Harker Vice on Chas. The event featured a 9 Petal Telesacaph office and various ceremonial details, with local officials and guests in attendance.
Fragmented text details a local event with unclear names and dates. Readable parts mention a ceremony or celebration, but specific people, organizations, or places are not clearly identifiable in the legible content. The summary highlights generic festival activity without concrete entities.
Reported votes show Conley likely to beat Earwin FP Seaver for school superintendent seat replaced by Conley. Board favors Conley with 13 votes seen as majority. Merritt’s defection factor noted. Duff reportedly prepared to back Conley amid tense board politics.
Representative Francis J. Doherty of Ward 3 wed Teresa Marian Higgins at St Catherine's Church Charlestown. The marriage was attended by council members and relatives, with John Higgins as father of the bride and William J. Doherty among the guests.
The wedding was held at the bride’s home on Ont Street with Rev. Arthur from the Second Congregational Church Dorchester officiating. Attending were the bride’s sister and a brother of the groom, members of the Ingram family.
Katherine Power and Ilieano Power married Thursday morning at St An era Church with Rev Michael Key officiating. The ceremony was conducted by the groom’s brother and attended by local residents, with mention of Mr. and Mrs. Power and family.
A damaged OCR passage references an arts listing with mentions of attire and an operetta. The readable items note a gown described as white and orange and indicate a purchase or viewing context around a mid-month date.
Ray C. Johnson, accused of the January murder of Sarah Ann Peters, testified in his own defense in Superior Criminal Court. He described long pauses before replies, claimed Peters and a woman known as Sadie were connected, and confessed past drug use and insomnia. The judge had allowed background family history and letters to show erratic ideas. Proceedings resume next morning.
An old Borax advertisement urges using Borax for all cleaning tasks from dishes to clothes. It extols Borax as uniquely cleansing and warns against imitations. The ad promotes Brand Borax and offers 4, 1-pound packages and a free American Girl pictures offer with purchases.
Allied forces report that Japanese troops captured Kaichau on the morning of June 26 following a June 25 advance. The seizure confirms a strategic breakthrough in the region. No further details were provided on casualties or subsequent movements.
Tokyo reports that the Japanese second army has linked with the first, creating a unified force with a 120 mile front. The position extends across the theater as operations proceed.
The National Board of Fire Underwriters offers 500 dollars for the detection and conviction of the person guilty of incendiarism in firing the Highland Foundry Company premises at 1301 1341 Columbus Avenue Roxbury. Authorities have conducted a rigid investigation since the last fire though no arrests have been made. Night Watchman George E Webber found piles of inflammable material burning on January 23 February 15 March 26 and April 2 with similar fire characteristics.
At the State House meeting the executive council approved Alfred Akerman of Boston for State forester the office created by the last Legislature. Governor Bates also reappointed George W. Bishop of Newton as railroad commissioner and named several trustees and commissioners including Leroy S. Brown Charles A. Clough Mabel A. Stedman Fred W. Jenness and Henry Parkman. Akerman was recommended by the Massachusetts Forestry Association.
The new Methodist parsonage at 19 Cottage Street, Cambridge, was opened last night with a reception and banquet for Pastor Rev. George F. Durgin of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church. Many city clergymen attended and spoke briefly. Supper was served by the Ladies' Aid Society.
Melrose U S Grant Post 4 prepares an elaborate Grand Army week program. Guests will include members from U S Grant Post Chicago Illinois, a post once linked to President Garfield General Grant and other notable national figures.
Harvard University class of 1889 celebrated its 15th anniversary with a banquet at the Brunswick Hotel. About 120 members attended. A silver loving cup was given to class secretary Herbert Henry Darling, and silver ash trays were gifted to attendees. The class baby Katharine Saltonstall received a pearl brooch. The program included a Daily Crimson insert, humorous verses by Charles Warren, and speeches by H Moore, Slattery, Wetmore, Hebard, Hight, and Oliver Prescott Jr. A flashlight photo captured the moment.
The government of Ireland is inquiring into tobacco culture and through Secretary Gill now in the United States has asked Secretary Wilson to appoint a tobacco expert for work in Ireland. Gill seeks guidance on growing harvesting and fermenting tobacco.
Rumors circle that Rev John Bl Withrow may resign as pastor of Park Street Church amid agitation over demolishing the church structure. A church meeting to decide repairs and future plans is expected by Sept 1, as opponents push to boost membership and seek a new, energetic pastor.
A new volunteer life saving corps is established at the bathhouse on Freeport street in Commercial Point Dorchester Bay led by Captain Mark H. Jacobs from the Savin Hill station. The bathhouse room is fully equipped and corps members including Lieutenants Needham Kelso and ten others will be on hand daily for emergencies.
Timothy Hurley and Patrick J. Gough, charged with contempt for allegedly offering to fix a jury in a Boston city suit, seek release from imprisonment. They appealed to Judge Parker, who ordered the matter to await the Supreme Court full bench, not meeting until November.
Judge Lawton held E. I. du Pont de Nemours Co not the manufacturer of powder on Aug 1 1903 and sustained lack of jurisdiction. The writ against Henry B. Temby as agent is abated. Many related suits against Paul Butler and American Powder Mills were settled. others affected by the decision.
The former Massachusetts Senate president George E. Smith sailed with his wife on the steamship Cestrian for a nine week continental tour. A party of friends accompanied him, and surveyor Jeremiah J. McCarthy joined the send off aboard the Winnisimmet. Governor Bates sent best wishes and Harvard commencement prevented him from attending. Smith will study European port dock systems to aid the State Harbor and Land Commission.
Mrs. Honora T. Shaw, mother of Hon. David B. Shaw ex Senator and Boston Board of Election Commissioners, was buried yesterday at Holy Cross Cemetery Malden. Solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Charlestown by Rev. Michael Supple assisted by Rev. Thomas McCarty deacon and Rev. Michael FL Crowley subdeacon.
A married woman Writes seeking guidance after her husband left her with a 15 month old and later asks to return. The adviser urges caution, suggests testing his repentance, and recommends considering the child's needs and stability before resuming a relationship. It minimizes forgiving if the husband cannot prove a reliable home and sincere reform.
A reader asks about an Italian fiancé who fears losing his family if he marries a American. The columnist urges conduct consistent with honesty and cultural ties, suggesting the man return to his country and relatives rather than prolong a painful engagement.
A young girl writes seeking advice to avoid an unwanted suitor and attract the preferred one. The answer advises ignoring the persistent man and making pleasant efforts toward the desired suitor, noting that one cannot force love and that delicate hints may fail.
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