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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1906
Page
4
A Boston piano dealer touts an exceptional fire sale offering damaged finish upright and other pianos at steep reductions. Discounts range from 100 to 200 dollars, with easy terms and mail order options, urging deposits to secure one before stock runs out.
Thomas W. Lawson and Frederick L. Cutting warn that policies issued for proxies could threaten solvency and trigger state actions. They discuss legal steps, possible debarment, and the difficulty of proving proxy-based payments while noting potential political and corporate pushback.
A Iowa clergyman recalls coffee harming his nerves and sleep during college, then finds relief after switching to Postum Food Coffee. He reports restored strength and clearer thinking and endorses Postum from Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan with the company slogan There’s a reason and a reference to The Road to Wellville.
Speaking for Manager Tancred of New York Life, Mr Parker says no practice exists for agents issuing policies for proxies or rebating and the company is not concerned with Lawson’s statements. W I Dierkes of New York Mutual Time confirms agents are not issuing policies for proxies or rebating.
A Boston letter to the editor labels a recent Post claim by Thomas Lawson as a pernicious falsehood. The writer says New York Life Insurance is not giving away policies for proxies, noting policies require full premium and criticizing Lawson for harming public confidence and agents.
Henry Morrissey aged 14 of Waltham and Michael Farraher aged 15 of Watertown were arrested after a high speed chase in Newton and arraigned on four counts of attempted robbery. They later faced charges in Waltham for robbing Mrs. Howard of $6.90. The youths confessed to a weeks long campaign targeting women and girls across Newton Watertown and Waltham.
City Hall bowlers defeated Somerset to win the Boston City League championship at Jack Shesafe’s Boylston alleys with over 1000 spectators. Clancy starred for City Hall with a 127 first string and 55 pins in the last three boxes, while Somerset’s Christopher led for the visiting side with 216.
Albany February 28 Assemblyman De groot of Queens introduces a bill making it a felony to advocate the putting to death of invalids and persons past the Osler age of usefulness.
Dr. J B Matthews faces trial in Greensboro for allegedly killing his wife by a hypodermic injection of strychnine. Prosecutors allege he knelt by her bed under the pretense of prayer as she lay ill.
San Francisco reports John D. Spreckels, noted sugar refiner and millionaire, seriously ill with grip causing concern over his health and business leadership.
An old advertisement touts Peruna as the cure for colds and catarrh especially for women. It cites a testimonial from Mrs Mary Mag detailing a severe spring cold and lung involvement that Peruna supposedly cured after five bottles, urging early use at first cold symptoms. The copy emphasizes women’s vulnerability to colds in winter and spring and claims Peruna targets the disease at its source improving circulation and mucous membranes.
The Rev. Dr. J. H. George urged that future ministers gain business careers to improve preaching. He proposed candidates spend a year as store clerks, salespeople, book agents, or insurance agents to better persuade business leaders and avoid sending strong sons away from the ministry.
Judge Emmons condemned the screen law before a legislative committee on liquor laws. He argued the section is uncertain and misapplied to modern hotels in Boston, noting it was drafted 26 years ago and added to over time. The bill by Henry Canning seeks to exempt sixth-class licensees and reduce the law’s reach.
The board delaying a decision for a week or two. Jeremiah E. Burke is widely rumored as the pick for superintendent. Stratton D. Brooks and other candidates are mentioned, with factions supporting Burke while others oppose. Storrow has not publicly committed.
Boston city finances face higher taxes as state actions push for costly public works. Mayor Fitzgerald condemns intercity funding schemes and urges civic unity to protect Boston's purse and control over local affairs amid proposed boulevard spending and metropolitan park costs.
Lawrence Feb 28 Aldermen propose appointing an assistant to the mayor with duties like a purchasing agent. The plan aims to streamline procurement and city operations through a dedicated official.
The message extols the heart as a powerful muscle driven by nerve-force and warns that stress and stimulants weaken nerves leading to shortness of breath and dizziness. It promotes Dr Miles Heart Cure as a safe remedy that strengthens nerves and heart muscles and offers money back if unsatisfied. Dr. C F P Burchmore provides a testimonial from Boston. The first bottle is claimed to benefit or money returned.
Hyomei treats catarrhal troubles by killing germs in the nose throat and lungs with eucalyptus oil and balsams. The inhaler fits a pocket device and delivers immediate relief and potential cure. Complete outfit costs 1 dollar with extra bottles at 50 cents and mail orders available from The R T Booth Company Ithaca NY.
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