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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1902
Page
6
A historical ad extols Pyramid Pile Cure as a genuine relief for long-standing piles. It claims a $1000 reward for any fake testimonial and cites dramatic personal recoveries after short trials, urging sufferers to try a fifty cent remedy and request a mailed booklet.
Troop D of the Rotary Guards held a monthly dance in Bacon Hall with about 200 attendees. The event, themed with flowers flags hunting trophies, honored Troop D as an honorary cavalry aid to Prince Henry’s visit, directed on the floor by Sergeant Sinclair and featuring a long list of local dignitaries and ladies in attendance.
March 3 report from Acton West Acton notes three members of A. T. Goding family sick with smallpox and hundreds exposed. Health board learned after Annie M. Neil was hospitalized. the father treated by a Christian Scientist and free about town. The sick include Mrs. Goding and a son. the father improves.
Washington March 3 Republican House members met in conference to decide the Cuban relief question after three hours of fruitless debate they adjourned until Thursday without action Tawney and Morris of Minnesota opposed direct tariff concession favoring rebates to Cuban sugar planters the session showed rising tensions and concern over political damage in sugar states.
Frederick Atwood 32 of 67 Buckingham Street was arrested for organizing a lottery at 158 Dover Street. Arthur Young 17 Roosevelt Street had a break in. items stolen included overcoat gloves and silverware. Aaron Porter 37 of 87 Emerald Street jailed for assault with a knife on Vincent St. John. Mary Allen 43, listed as South Boston, accused of stealing a silk waist from Butler & Co. William J. Sheedy 62 Hamilton Street and William Collier 72 Grove Street raided for alcohol. Charles Weber of 102 Westminster Street, Roxbury, injured by a dog bite on Columbus Avenue. Thomas Corbett 20 of Everett charged with clothing larceny. Patrick Folsom alias Mahoney 24 of 101 Second Street charged with larceny of a suit from Mahoney’s Express. Max Schwartz 98 Kneeland Street assaulted on Corning Street and robbed of a gold chain. William E. Pickett 86 of 440 Dudley Street injured in altercation, ear damaged. Lawrence J. Mung 82 of 78 Everett Street injured after being thrown, left leg broken.
Massachusetts towns held annual meetings with many affirming liquor sales, including Dracut reversing last year’s license vote, Hull and Framingham voting for licenses, and Rockland returning to prohibition. Contests for treasurer, clerks, and selectmen were noted, with notable participation by women voters in Revere and precincts 3 and 4.
Willsboro reports widespread flooding in the Adirondacks as rivers and creeks overflow. Delaware and Hudson trains are greatly delayed. The Boquet River boom at Willsboro collapsed, releasing a large stock of logs owned by the International Pulp and Paper Company.
In Chicago Benny Yanger and Kid Broad battled six rounds at the American Athletic Club ending in a draw. Yanger was knocked down in the fourth but recovered, while Broad pressed in the final rounds with a flurry of punches. Preliminary action saw Kid Goodman KO Al Fellows in two rounds.
Leander and Rutz won the 12 hour bicycle race in Atlanta finishing first by two lengths ahead of Lake and Turville. The winning team posted 270 miles and 9 laps in 12 hours, with Hadfield and Galvin and others taking remaining prize places as the field rode 48 miles flat tonight.
Andy Watson, colored lightweight, draws Arthur Cote in 11 rounds before 1000 at National Hall. Dun ning knocks out Homer Cote in the first round. Bagley and Kid O Neil of Portland draw. Chestra of Bath referees. Mr and Mrs Boyden celebrate golden wedding at 26 Hadley Street Cambridge with a reception from 2 to 6 and 7 to 10 p.m.
Yesterday's voting in Revere produced a Republican gain as Citizens' candidates won selectman seats in Precincts 1 and 2, with DeButts and Stowers reelected at large and from Precinct 3. Precinct 4 elected Fernald, while the ice contest party line remained unchanged. Women voters led the early turnout, with over 100 women voting for the school committee by noon.
The article notes William Gillette calling the product a stimulant without sting and Rev. Duncan B. Macdonald praising its nourishing and stimulant properties. It’s sold by druggists in 10, 25 and 50 cent packages, with promotional quotes from notable figures.
In Winthrop there was a hard fought race for Selectmen with opposition to the old board over extravagance. The new board elected two of three members, John R. Neal and Charles Potter, while Winthrop Magee was the only old member re elected. George Foxcroft won the treasurer post, and other officers were retained.
Allied Printing Trades Council announced that all printing for the United Workmen will carry the union label. President Looney formed a committee to press the label on school books in public schools. The International Correspondence School of Scranton was urged to label its publications. A new delegation from Web Pressmen's Union was admitted.
Hack and Cab Drivers' Union No. 126 met Mayor Collins yesterday to demand union firm and driver employment for public service during Prince Henry's Boston visit. The mayor assured that union interests will be protected.
The Amateur Bowls League of Massachusetts hosts an anvil dinner in April at 6 oclock at the Exchange Club. Prizes won in the tournament will be presented and the decisive games rerolled verbally.
Lawrence and Portland players dominate the late game with strong offense including Wiley, Cameron Tibbetts, and Mallory contributing key goals. The Portland defense struggled as Lawrence pulled away to a decisive 12 to 4 victory.
A discussion of headache causes and a claim that frontal headaches stem from catarrh of head and throat. Stuart's Catarrh Tablets are promoted as an internal remedy. Miss Cora Ainsley testifies to relief from catarrh and headaches after using them. Sold by druggists at fifty cents per package with a no cocaine or opium guarantee.
In Colombia on March 3 the General Campo opened the harbor entrance at La Dulce and clashed with the revolutionary gunboat Gaitan, which escaped at high speed. The gunboat Chucuita fired on land batteries, dismounting one. the Boyace’s fate remains unknown. The government plans to hire an American gunner after 100 shots yielded no hits.
Lawrence, March 3. Two well developed smallpox cases were found today. A quarantine has been ordered.
Bedford March 3 The executive committee of the Spinners Union decides to begin agitation in mill centres to secure a uniform wage advance for workers.
The Melrose aldermen notified by the Board of Health that the city hall basement is filthy and a public health menace. Library trustees requested bids for a new Carnegie Library site. old high school lot offered as part payment. Refer to library committee.
Republican candidates won mayoralties in ten of twelve Maine cities with light to heavy turnout. Saco and Lewiston were tight contests, Westbrook saw a two vote GOP margin, Gardiner and Hallowell went GOP by default, and Bath Auburn Rockland and South Portland also backed Republican tickets.
Fall River March 8 City Clerk Warren S Barker, inducted today, attempted to resign tonight. The resignation was handed to the Mayor after the Board of Aldermen meeting. Barker said he accepted the nomination reluctantly due to private business and demands of minor offices. He will hold the position until his successor is elected.
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