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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1902
Page
3
An old health ad claims Dr. Greene's Nervura blood and nerve remedy rebuilds nerves and vitality. It cites a Worcester druggist testimonial of restored sleep, appetite, and nerves after three bottles, and promotes spring use with Dr. Greene of Boston offering free consultations.
A Naples bound bride elect Miss Gioffi Degna, traveling with steerage to Denver to marry Emilio Clarcini, was detained by Boston immigration inspectors after it was found she had only about seven dollars. Two men offered aid and guaranteed funds, allowing her to proceed to Denver. The New England line’s 1379 steerage passengers from Naples marked a record immigration day in Boston with extensive detentions and a lengthy processing, while officials and aid groups assisted the crowded arrivals.
Eugene Whitten 23? of Brockton was held in 200 bonds after police found railroad tickets several stolen from West Bridgewater station along with a purse watch and a large check in his possession. The defendant, once an express man in Sharon, admitted guilt when questioned.
Boston carpet upholsterers issued 300 invitations for a regular smoke talk at Unity Hall 724 Washington street next Thursday evening. The lineup includes noted labor speakers Frank K. Foster Fred J Kneeland Frank McCarty president of the Massachusetts State AFL William Taylor Building Trades Council Central Labor Union Charles J Hurley John Roache and Frank P McGuire.
President Roosevelt, in a talk with Congress members, voiced strong disapproval of extending civil service protections to all census office clerks. He argues the move unfairly treats those who have met or may meet the civil service requirements.
A historic health note explains that humors accumulate in the body as the skin liver kidneys and other organs cannot process them alone. It claims such buildup causes pimples boils eczema loss of appetite fatigue bilious turns indigestion headaches and related troubles.
Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills claim to remove humors and overcome their effects while strengthening and invigorating the entire system. Testimonials of remarkable cures offered by mail on request from C. I. Hood & Co. Lowell Massachusetts.
Washington March 3 Today the Senate began consideration of the shipping bill to provide ocean mail service with foreign ports, defend the nation, promote commerce, and aid deep sea fisheries. Senator Frye of Maine opened for the commerce committee, arguing protection has helped other industries but not shipping, warning of American merchant marine decline and national humiliation. Several minor measures were approved before the bill was discussed.
Washington March 3 The sub committee of the committee on inter oceanic canals recommended to the full committee that legal complications surrounding the Panama offer prevent acceptance by the United States. The panel includes Senators Morgan Mitchell Kittridge Pritchard Foster and Turner. Pritchard was absent and Kittridge reserved right to a minority report. The remaining four members supported the recommendation.
The U S House started consideration of a bill to classify rural free delivery and place carriers under the contract system. Only two speeches occurred with Mr Loud supporting the measure and Mr Swanson opposing. The session paused as the Toneine tariff conference report was presented and a filibuster followed before adjourning.
The dealer guarantees vision improvement with scientific correction of all refractive errors. If headaches blurred vision double vision or nervous forgetfulness occur call for a thorough examination. The 30 day offer claims low prices and a history of undercutting rivals in New York Providence and Boston, open until 9 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.
David J. In announces he has leased Winter Street property and is expanding upstairs for eye treatment. He credits patrons for growing a trade from a five dollar monthly office in 1878 to a large establishment with a factory inside the building. Free eye examinations continue until further notice.
Last night in Boston the German dramatic company of Bos ton staged Suderman s Das Glueck im Winkel at Union Hall. Ernst Kuenstler led as the rector with a fine performance, while Mrs Christensen and Mr Leo Robinson also drew praise for strong portrayals. The cast included Miss Van Hall Miss Margaret Carola and Mrs Mastmann among others with widespread audience applause at each act.
Elizabeth Furness was fined and sentenced to six months in the House of Correction by Judge Wentworth for keeping a common nuisance related to selling liquor. She resides at 1 Linwood Street. She had prior convictions and recently was discharged from the House of Correction for non payment of a fine.
The Boylston street shop Andrew J. Lloyd & Co shows Prince Henry of Prussia with a photograph of his father Crown Prince Frederick and the Empress Frederick. A silver medal footpiece, worn like campaign buttons, is featured. Portraits of Bismarck Helmholtz Frederick the Great and German student duelling scenes emphasize the display.
The text argues coffee addicts refuse to admit dependence and suffer collapse if not stopped. It promotes Postum Food Coffee as a cure, claiming easy switch from coffee, proper preparation, and improved digestion and nerves with its darker color and lighter mix with cream.
Lizzie Conroy, a 20 year old Irish immigrant, wandered Boston after arriving from Dublin. She spent two days away from her Charlestown sister Mary Conroy and ended up in Cambridge before a nurse helped her to a hospital. Police traced her, and she was returned safely to Charlestown.
Judge James P. Parmenter, son of the retired chief justice, began his term with intoxication and assault and battery cases. He fined Annie Machini six dollars for shoplifting and Mary Larado fifty for liquor law violation. A mutual assault case led to discharge, another suspect was held for trial, and two arrests for grand jury theft and jewelry larceny were noted with set bail amounts.
The metropolitan affairs committee planned a morning hearing on Andrew J. Peters and others petitioning Boston to incur 800000 in debt to extend Stony Brook channel improvements. Senator Jones, chair, said the committee would not act without Mayor Collins or an authorized city officer present. No such official attended, and the hearing closed.
A special committee heard Representative Buewell of Methuen on his petition for a referendum on street railway location grants by local boards. The measure would require a 15 day window after granting a location for a petition by 100 real estate owners or 10 percent of legal voters to refer the question to a special city or town election.
Pitcher Frank Sparks has signed to play with the New ark club this year.
The State House hearing on Sunday openings for barbers in hotels drew support from Frederic G. Chrisholm and others with opposition by Worcester representative Skerrett and a protest signed by 1100 barbers. A proposed barbers commission faced skepticism over health rules and public protection, with testimony from various legislators, educators, and business owners.
The committee on federal relations heard Hon. Thomas J. Gargan and others in favor of Senator McNary's resolution for electing United States Senators by popular vote. Gargan argued that the Legislature election would yield more distinguished representatives, citing Lord Brougham and De Tocqueville and noting the decline from town meetings to city governments and concerns about the Senate as a millionaires' club, especially regarding Senators from western and middle states.
Horace G. Wadlin, chief of the Bureau of Statistics of Labor, explained Representative Ross of New Sedford’s resolve to authorize printing and distribution of 2000 copies of the laws relating to labor.
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