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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1916
Page
5
An advertisement promotes using oil of heroin capsules to lose weight without dieting or exercise. It advises outdoor time, weekly weigh-ins, and claims the treatment is harmless and improves digestion and energy.
The piece urges careful use of soap for hair care noting that soaps and prepared shampoos dry the scalp and spoil hair. It recommends refined coconut oil as a pure, greaseless cleaner requiring one or two teaspoons to wash hair and scalp, producing rich lather and easy rinsing. It claims coconut oil is cheap and long lasting for all family members.
P Youngs notes the San Francisco Chronicle marks its 75th anniversary since 1846 and a 1915 edition frames the press role in California. The book highlights the paper's founders Charles and M H de Young, aiming to serve journalism students and reflect the city’s development through major press events.
Peter Witt former street car commissioner of Cleveland spoke at a City Club luncheon urging public ownership of Boston street railways. He defended city control citing progress of the Cleveland Railway Company since municipal takeover and argued Boston would see similar gains if it took over local lines.
Bishop Hamilton of the Methodist Episcopal Church in New England may retire in May depending on action at the upcoming Methodist Federation Conference in Hot Springs Virginia. He said he would welcome retirement as his New England field work grows and he needs a rest.
A committee of Hingham women launches a campaign to provide a district nurse with an auto for her exclusive use. If successful, Mrs Edward W. Jones will oversee the arrangement for the local health service.
A citizen's committee organized to raise money for a nurse Miss Poulin to buy an automobile. Yesterday the committee began a door to door campaign led by town leaders in social and official life with funds expected to be raised in a few days.
Miss Abby Bradley leads a longtime supporter’s campaign with a committee of local women including Mrs. Foster Mrs. Jones Mrs. Murphy Mrs. Downes Mrs. Burr Mrs. Barrett Mrs. Kimball Mrs. Pyne Mrs. Wyman Mrs. Hennessey Miss Magner Mrs. Richmond Mrs. Mead and Mrs. Lovejoy The group will provide Hingham’s share of the Massachusetts Baby Week programme.
The Billy Sunday executive committee of Boston plans a March 23 departure for Baltimore to study the evangelist's methods ahead of the October Boston campaign. Over 20 members will tour Baltimore and stay through March 26, each assigned to a local chairman for hands on training.
In Lawton area Oklahoma on March 6 seven members of farmer Dan O Kane's family were found dead in their home twelve miles southwest of Lawton. O Kane lay beside his father who was probably fatally shot. A Black hired man found the scene. The killer used a razor a hammer and a small caliber rifle. These weapons lay on the floor and a basin of bloodied water was nearby.
Tomorrow marks Ash Wednesday opening the Lenten season. At Sunday masses the season regulations were read and observers are told to follow the listed rules for the coming observance.
The document lists who must fast during Lent and who is exempt, including ages 21 to 60, the sick, women in delicate health, laborers, and those whose duties prevent fasting. It specifies allowances such as one full meal and a light supper, and notes exceptions for abstinence and meat consumption on certain days under Apostolic Indult and Holy See privileges. It also restricts combining fresh meat and fish in one meal.
The article urges those exempt from fasting during Lent to practice mortification in other ways. It calls for abstaining from intoxicating drinks in honor of the Sacred Thirst of our Lord. It notes that Lenten devotions will be offered in all churches and advises earnest prayer contrition and communion to gain the season's graces.
In Clay Creek Nicholson county two daughters of Michael Rader were found dead in their home. The uncle, John Neal, was missing. a posse with bloodhounds searched the area. His body was found in the woods later with a self inflicted gunshot wound. Further details had not reached Clarksburr.
Richard Washburn Child portrays frostbitten and exhausted crowds of refugees trekking from dawn to dusk. He notes their hunger and endurance as they endure a winter ordeal, with women children and elders clinging to survival.
The item advertises a guide at 122 West 49th with attractions including theatres cabaret and sights. Contact A. D. Kelley, Street, New York City to request a copy or booklet.
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