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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1914
Page
9
Rev Dwight Scovil aged 80 died at his Clinton home after ten days illness. He was a prominent Presbyterian clergyman who gave up active charges in 19. He was a literary man and scientist and his writings were widely read.
An advertisement touts Varner Varney and Var-nesis as a vegetable remedy for rheumatic neuritis. It claims relief from shoulder and limb pain, numbness, stomach disturbance, and fatigue, urging readers to consult the Var-nesis physician in Boston and order from druggists.
Physicians urge attention to kidneys due to theirrole in filtering poisons. Winter indoor living increases strain from diet and less water. An herbal remedy Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root is promoted with a sample offer from Dr Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY and Boston Daily Post noted.
An old article notes pale complexions due to low blood count and suggests three-grain hypo-nuclane tablets for months to improve color weight and lip tone. It directs readers to buy from apothecary shops for self administration.
President Wilson delivers a 420 word address to Congress urging repeal of the Panama Canal act exemption for vessels in coastwise trade. He calls the clause a mistaken policy and argues the treaty with Britain requires removal, stressing national credibility and foreign policy integrity.
A five week old baby girl found abandoned in the vestry of St. Cecilia's Church Belvidere street was turned over to the State Board of Charity and taken to the Chardon street home awaiting new parents. Police efforts to locate the mother have failed and the investigation will continue with possible outcare if she is not found.
An advertisement extols Dr. Greene's Nervara as a safe vegetable cure for nervousness insomnia and signs of epilepsy in children. It claims the remedy strengthens blood and nerves and urges parents to consult Dr. Greene at his Albany Street laboratory in Boston Massachusetts.
The fourth annual dance of the National Lancers Troop A First Squadron of Cavalry was held at the Bulfinch Street armory last night. Uniforms and gowns lit the scene with red white and blue decorations and hanging canaries in cages as a decorative feature. Guests included Major Charles A. Schmitz and Lieutenant-Colonel Fred R. Robinson along with many officers from other units.
Mrs Eliza C Dowd widow of William J Dowd longtime Charlestown resident died yesterday at 82 West Park Street Dorchester She leaves five sons Frederick Dowd an officer at the State prison Joseph Dowd of the city building department John Harry and Thomas Dowd and two daughters Miss Grace Dowd and Miss Lil Dowd
President Wilson’s remarks on Panama tolls draw attention beyond the canal issue. Congress notes three key points including implications for foreign relations and Hay-Pauncefote treaty interpretations. Sen Shively says the phrase “other matters” covers all foreign matters needing readjustment. House Interstate Commerce panel expected to back the Sims bill repealing the exemption clause. a similar Senate measure by Sen Root has been tabled since last year.
The Daily Graphic praises President Wilson for his Congress message urging repeal of Panama Canal toll exemptions for American coastwise shipping. The Times notes the same period coinciding with a call for San Francisco participation, arguing for alignment of policies to please American opinion. The piece mentions Wilson's address and a subsequent Pacific Eastward move. A biographical note on Vinton follows, detailing his prewar life, wartime service, and work in San Francisco.
An old advertisement touts TIZ as instant relief for tired sore feet. It claims feet stay comfortable after walking five miles and promises swelling reduction, pain relief, and odor control. A 25 cent box is advertised at druggists and department stores.
Berkeley dispatch says Winthrop O. Vinton a laborer learned of a $250 600 inheritance from his mother Mary T. Vinton who died in Somerville.
An old warning style advertorial urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a harmless fruit laxative to treat a sick child with symptoms like listlessness fever indigestion and stomach ache. It warns to buy only the genuine 50 cent bottle from the California Fig Syrup Company and to beware counterfeits.
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