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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1909
Page
2
A grocer's pitch touts a new delight Puffed Wheat or Puffed Rice. Each grain expands eightfold yet stays whole and crisp. The cereal is described as highly digestible and delicious, suitable for breakfast or luncheon.
In Providence Rhode Island March 1 a suit for an accounting of the remaining estate of Crawford Allen who died in 1872 and for distribution of trust funds was filed in the Superior Court. Henry De Wolf Allen of Bristol leads heirs against Robert H S Goddard and others. The case involves 19791 dollars. The plaintiffs are surviving heirs and the defendants are surviving executors and trustees.
The ad touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a radical cure for indigestion for stomach and nerve health. It features patient Miss A Gertrude Stewart of Chelsea Massachusetts who reports dramatic relief after using the pills and invites readers to request a free diet book. Pills sold by druggists or by mail with pricing for single or multiple boxes.
Lynn March 1 The Lynn Hospital for Contagious Diseases will be publicly investigated on March 10 with doors open to all who wish to testify for or against the institution. Mayor James E Rich pushed for the probe after health board action, noting no discord with health officials. Mrs Vincent Gregg leader of the Neighborhood Settlement House says affidavits remain and she will present them to the inquiry.
The Essex county commissioners filed with the State harbor and land commission plans for a new bridge to replace the famous Chain Bridge at Newburyport. The design mirrors the old bridge’s lines while updating piers and supporting structures. cables will follow the existing suspension chains and span between the same piers.
Jacob Heilborn, treasurer of Gillette Safety Razor, must restore 3150 shares to Edward J. Stewart or compensate him. Stewart had sold the stock relying on Heilborn’s circular claiming grave risk, later alleging the company was sound and seeking rescission after paying $1.50 per share.
The House adopted a joint resolution urging the President to resume negotiations with Russia to secure uniform treatment and protection for American passport holders. The measure aims for the Russian government to oversee the passports of Jewish Americans.
Boston engineer James H. Howard argues the $1,890,000 appropriation for a new or larger Boston custom house invites graft. He contrasts tower proposals by R. S. Peabody and others with his Eiffel tower inspired idea to preserve the old building and provide ample space plus an observatory beacon.
Four-year old Eva Lantange perishes in a blaze that destroys a house owned by W. M. Payne in Lisbon New Hampshire. The child was alone in an upper room when the fire was discovered and rescue proved impossible.
Brussels report says Belgium accepts ending rubber region labor taxes and supports progressive reforms but maintains that powers have no right to conditionally recognize annexation of the State.
A dozen tenants on the lower floors of a burning tenement on Upper First Avenue used an awning in front of the building as a toboggan slide to reach safety in the arms of police and firemen. Smoke filled halls blocked stairs forcing escape via roofs and other fire escapes.
The will of Waldron Bates, Boston lawyer, filed for probate after his Tampa death, leaves most of his estate to relatives. Bar Harbor Village Improvement Association receives 5000 dollars to repair Mt Deserts mountain paths, and the exclusive Kebo Club of Bar Harbor is left 5000 dollars.
A jury found William Brand president of the Common Council and councilmen John F Klein and Joseph C Was son guilty of conspiracy after about 53 hours deliberation in Pittsburg. Former bank president W W Ramsey was acquitted as requested by the district attorney. The jury had been hung earlier and was reinstructed by Judge Robert Fraser.
John W. Brown a Black man was held for the grand jury without bail on a murder charge after waiving examination in Newton Municipal Court Judge Kennedy presiding Brown is accused of killing Miss Laura Bland and attempting to kill her sister Emma in Newton on March 1
An advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a top kidney liver and bladder remedy. It claims mild immediate effects and lists two bottle sizes, fifty cents and one dollar, with a free sample by mail from Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.
An advertisement explains white blood cells as disease fighters and claims Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies blood, strengthens digestion, boosts energy, and prevents infections. It touts the product as a reliable family medicine, available in liquid form or Sarsatabs, with 100 doses for one dollar.
William J. Fernandez pleaded guilty to six counts of larceny and was held in 12000 by Judge Churchill in Dorchester District Court. His companion Mrs Pearl I Rhodes 18 of Campello pleaded not guilty to receiving stolen property and was held in 1400. Police believe Fernandez used Rhodes as an assistant in disposing of stolen goods, she is the daughter of John K Porter of Campello.
The revenue cutter Mohawk suffered comparatively slight damage after grounding on rocks at the Hell Gate entrance last week. Government officials inspected her today in dry dock.
Fire Commissioner Parker plans a new fireboat station on the East Boston side near the South Ferry amid the harbor and rail district. The city will use unused ferry land for a new slip and crew quarters after bids open for the slip contract. He will remodel a wharf warehouse into a three story crew dormitory once the contract is awarded.
An advertisement claims a new flesh building pill Sargel will make thin people plump and healthy without strenuous diet or exercise. It offers a free 50 cent package by mail for 10 cents to cover distribution, urging readers to send name and address with a coupon to Sargel Company, 36-C Herald Building, Binghamton NY.
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