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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1899

Page

2

Every Path Hath a Puddle Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad

An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as purifying and strengthening blood to improve vital organs. Testimonials claim relief from dyspepsia and skin conditions, including facial pimples erysipelas and eczema, with multiple named users praising the remedy.

Hood Eugene Murphy Hull’s Mill Danbury Connapure J. Chast Tustin City Cal H. C. Wheatley Port Chester

Leary or Phelan Named by Charlestown School Board

Charlestown S D discussed two candidates for Warren School mastership with opinions divided. The board approved a $2 848 413 68 maintenance appropriation for the year. Resignations were accepted from Col E M Weaver and Marion E B Poole. A split report on appointments led to defeat of the majority choice for Leary and Parker transfers, with ongoing debate over the Warren School leadership.

Warren School Charlestown E. M. Weaver Marion EB. Poole Byron Court Boston Twas Samuel B. Johnson Dudley Bennett Walter J. Phelan McDonald James H. Leary Henry C. Parker Bateman Parker Anderson Leary City Hall

Marlboro Hearing Draws Women as Majority Attendees

A Marlboro legislative committee hearing on the strike drew over 1500 attendees, more than half women. The session adjourned to 9:30 am with little progress as labor agents and Thomas Riley appeared as strikers counsel, engaging in sharp exchanges with manufacturers’ counsel Boyd Jones.

Marlboro City Hall Gleason Waltham Thomas Riley Boston Riley United States District Boyd Jones Mr. Riley Klinane State Board of Arbitration Murray Jones United States District Attormeny Honorable Committee

Why Men Dont Succeed and Health Remedies Offered

A historical ad argues lack of success stems from nerves and illness. It cites Napoleon, Richard III, and Bosworth, blaming insomnia and exhaustion. It promotes Dr Greens nerve and blood remedies from Boston, offering free consultation and invitations to write for personalized guidance.

Napoleon Austerlitz Waterloo King Richard Richmond Bosworth Greens Temple Place Boston Mass Greene

Labor Leaders Tackle Marlboro Strike at Hearing

National President Tobin and labor chiefs spoke on union rights and conciliator roles as Marlboro hearings stretched past 10 o clock. The meeting stayed orderly with adjournment and plans for resumed sessions and possible new counsel tomorrow.

Tobin Marlboro Murray Jones W. B. Rice H. Howe Riley

Megantic Fish and Game elect officers at Portland meeting

Megantic Fish and Game Corporation held its annual meeting in Portland. Officers elected include Clerk Dr. George W. Way and assistant clerk and treasurer L. Dana Chapman. The treasurer reported receipts of 18157.38 and expenses of 17657.41, with year end debt and assets noted.

Portland Megantic Fish and Game Corporation George W. Way L. Dana Chapman

Guilty verdicts in joint assault case against Riley and McDonough

Jurors found James Riley and Daniel F. McDonough guilty of assault with intent to kill in Superior Court before Judge Gaskill. Riley received a three year sentence to the House of Correction and McDonough was sentenced to two years in the same institution.

James Riley Daniel F. McDonough Gaskill Riley House of Correction McDonough

Murder Indictment Leans on Molineux Chemistry Expertise

The article outlines police and press clues targeting Roland B. Molineux as the poisoner in multiple cyanide cases. It notes his chemist background, letters signed Cornish and Barnet linked by handwriting, and ties to Newark and Detroit firms. Molineux allegedly hired a private box and refused handwriting comparison until recent weeks.

Gilbert Curran Molineux Roland B. Molineux Henry ¢. Barnet Hutan Barnet Kate Adams Bromoseltzer Eee Cornish Newark Peresous New York Pecenae Stearns & Co Detroit A. A. Harpster

Sagasta Government Survives Senate By Narrow Vote

In Madrid on February 28 the Sagasta ministry narrowly survived a crucial Senate vote on a countermeasure to ratify a treaty with the United States. The tally was 120 to 118, a two vote margin, signaling a deepening crisis as whispers of Sagasta’s resignation circulate after the cabinet council met.

Madrid Senate Sagasta United States Almodovar del Rios Senor Sagasta

Mystery Trails a Woman in a Murder Case and a Quick Marriage

The district attorney flags Blanche Chesebrough Molineux as central to a Barnet murder inquiry. He alleges motive tied to a hasty marriage to Roland Burnham Molineux nineteen days after Barnet’s death, amid scrutiny of Blanche’s past, social standing, and relationships. Her family background and ties to notable locals are detailed, including siblings and connections to prominent figures.

Blanche Molineugh Barnet Blanche Chesebrough Molineux Roland Burnham Molineux Gardiner Mrs. Molineux Colonel Gardiner Grand Jury Blanche Chesebrough Molineux Rhodesland Waldo Stearns Stearns Blanche Henry C. Barnet Roland B. Molineux Portland Brooklyn Leslie Molineux

Unidentified man found dead after fall near Bay State House

A man registered as J. F. Campbell was found unconscious on Hanover Street near the Bay State House around midnight. He had a room on the fourth floor and either fell or jumped from a window. He died before Dr Dunn could attend.

J. F. Campbell Hanover Street Bay State House Stampus Dr. Dunn

Copper Consolidation Advances as Boston Montana Deal Passes

A telegram from Thomas W. Lawson's secretary Mr Clapp reports the Boston & Montana Company of Boston transfers all property to the Boston & Montana Company of New York. The Montana Legislature passes both bills over the governor's veto, creating a unified copper consolidation and signaling an imminent official announcement.

Thomas W. Lawson Mr. Clapp Boston & Montana Company of Boston New York Montana House Senate Supreme Court Boston & Montana Company Heinze

Lumbermen Convene in Boston for National Meeting

The National Association of Wholesale Lumber Dealers opens in Boston at Young’s Hotel today and tomorrow with a banquet tonight. Delegates from major U S lumber centers will discuss vital measures shaping the year’s mercantile trade. George H Davenport of Davenport Peters & Co will preside at the banquet.

National Association of Wholesale Lumber Dealers Boston Young’s Hotel New England United States George H. Davenport Davenport, Peters & Co John H. Woods He Sayward Boston Associated Boards of Trade W. R. Chester Boston Association Morris A. Hall William Bateman F. A. Kimball John Hatcherd National Association Robert C. Lippincott Eugene F. Perry Great Lumber

Leventhal-Michelson Wed At Baldwin Place Synagogue

Miss Ray Leventhal married Morris Michelson of Providence Rhode Island in a late afternoon ceremony at Baldwin Place Synagogue. Rabbi Margolis officiated. reception followed at Union Park Hall and the couple plan to reside in Providence, Rhode Island.

Baldwin Place Ray Leventhal Philip Leventhal Morris Michelson Providence R. I Bbi M Margolis Morris Gertrude Leventhal Annie Shefrin Finn Miss Michelson

Putnam Harris Marriage Sealed at Malden Home

Lieutenant Alfred Bur ee Putnam, West Point graduate, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Putnam of Malden, wed Miss Myrtie Maud Harris daughter of Deacon and Mrs William Harris of Clifton Street Malden in a ceremony at the bride’s home conducted by Rev H O Hiscox.

Alfred Buree Putnam Henry Utnam Malden West Point Myrtie Maud Harris William O. Harris Clifton Street H. O. Hiscox

Troops Sent to Negros from Philippine Islands

Washington reports Battalion Twenty-third Infantry sailed to Cebu on the 26th and Battalion California volunteers sail to Negros the next day. Officials say Philippine affairs are reassuring and no new ships will be ordered to reinforce power. General Otis can spare men to other islands, a sign officials view as most reassuring yet.

Manila Washington Twenty-third Infantry Cebu California Volunteers Negros Tomo War and Navy Departments Dewey War Department Navy Department Otis Philippine Group Luzon Department

Rebels Shell Malabon Church and Malolos Ammunition Factory

The Malabon rebels fired on the cruiser Callao while Admiral Dewey visited the Monadnock. Three shells hit Malabon church destroying it and killing rebels inside. A Malolos factory reportedly operates day and night to supply insurgents. Locals collect empty Springfield shells and refit them for Mauser rifles amid suspected arms landings at northern ports.

Manila Malabon Callao Dewey Monadnock Monitor Malolos

Medal to Schley in Baltimore banquet honors admiral

A Baltimore banquet attended by 400 representatives from Maryland honored Rear Admiral Schley. A gold and diamond medal was presented by the state as thanks for his services in the late Spanish American War.

Baltimore Schley Maryland Spain

Opening of Boston's Somerset Hotel Promises Regal Luxuries

The Somerset on Commonwealth Avenue and Newbury Street opens its doors today as a seven story granite and brick hostelry rivaling New York's Waldorf Astoria. Inside features 246 rooms with baths, Gothic Renaissance offices, heraldic oak panelling, palm room and library, and lavish carpets and electric lighting.

Boston Hotel Somerset la Touraine New Yorks Back Bay Commonwealth Avenue Newbury Street Arthur Fens America Waldorf-Astoria New York Gleason

Digestive cures heart trouble says a weak stomach

An article asserts heart disease rises with American stress and poor digestion. It recommends Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe cure for stomach trouble and describes the product and price, plus a free booklet offer.

Stuart F. A. Stuart Co Marshall, Mich

Abbott Graves inlayed rooms showcase historic design

The piece describes rooms inspired by Jacobian empire and Louis XVI styles, with silk velour portieres, Wilton carpets, and Abbott Graves oil panels. It notes the palm room with English influence and a Dutch room of black wainscotting and delft tilings, ending with a library referenced as the Elizabethian period.

Abbott Graves Royal Wilton Boston Axminster

City to shift box collection to post office staff today

Postmaster Thomas will inaugurate a new system for collecting from box and sub-stations in Roxbury South End and Back Bay by regular post office employees. Previously a contractor received 2000 dollars annually for the service. Governor Walcott may appoint Colonel Richard P D Sears to fill a rifle practice post and inspector general vacancy left by Brigadier General Curtis Guild. In Boston Criminal Court Edward Yates, charged with assaulting William Cunniff, was held for 6000 dollars, Cunniff died later. Herbert A Knightts faces burglary charges in Middlesex Superior Court with alibi witnesses to be presented.

Thomas Roxbury South End Back Bay Post Office Walcott Richard PD. Sears Nahant Curtis Guild Municipal Criminal Court Burke Edward Yates William Cunniff Cunniff Herbert A. Knightts Middlesex Superior Criminal Court East Cambridge

Obituary notes loss of J Madison Wells and notable deaths

J Madison Wells former governor of Louisiana and a Reconstruction figure died at his Lecompte home. William B Depew brother of Chauncey M Depew and a railroad veteran died in Buffalo aged about 90. Marta Roof Van Evera died in Canajoharie at 102, daughter of Colonel John Roof and member of the original Daughters of the Revolution.

J. Madison Wells Louisiana Lecompte William B. Depew Chauncey M. Depew New York Buffalo N.Y Mr. Depew Peekskill N. Y Theew York Central Company Red, White and Midland Marta Roof van Evera Canajoharie Ohn Roof Daughters of the Revolution

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