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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1916

Page

4

Taft urges enforced end of war in Boston peace rallies

Thousands fill Symphony Hall and overflow Jordan Hall for the Massachusetts branch inauguration of the American League to Enforce Peace. Taft Lowell and Luce address crowds advocating enforcement of peace with an international court and council of conciliation to deter future wars.

Taft Symphony Hall Jordan Hall Massachusetts American League Movement For A. Lawrence Lowell Harvard University Robert Luce Conservatory of Music William Howard Taft Europe America

Kosine Epilepsy Treatment Sold by Riker-Jaynes Stores

The Rosine Co of Washington DC authorizes Riker Jaynes Drug Stores to sell Kosine as a treatment for epilepsy. Bottle price is $1.50 with a money back guarantee if not satisfied after use. Ten years of reported relief from seizures and improved health cited by laity and professionals.

Riker-Jaynes

Woman Buys Hat for One Dollar at Wolf's Clothier

A woman purchased a stylish hat for one dollar at Wolf's, labeled My Clothier, on the corner of Hanover and Portland Streets. She reportedly used five dollar notes but paid only a dollar and received legal stamps with the bargain.

Wolf's Hanover Portland Sts

Harvard Wresting Captain Elected for Next Year

Richard Clark Cooke 17 of Newton Centre was chosen captain of the Harvard wrestling team for next year. A sophomore, Cooke was among the best on the squad and excelled in the 158 pound class.

Richard Clark Cooke Newton Centre Harvard Cooke

Fitzgerald Would Face Walsh If He Seeks Senate Nomination

Former Boston mayor Fitzgerald signals possible challenge to ex-Governor Walsh for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination. He notes he will run if he decides, regardless of Walsh, and hints a contest could reshape the party amid bets on Weeks Lodge and Peters for governor. The piece also covers the party’s big-four lineup for the St Louis convention and ongoing tensions within Boston and upstate factions.

Fitzgerald Walsh Mr. Walsh Henry Cabot Lodge A Fitzgerald Weeks Lodge Boston Democracy Curley Twitzgerald Boston Chieftains Palm Beach United States Senate Senate Messrs. Walsh Andrew J. Peters Peters Barry Storrow St. Louis William A. Gaston Boston Charles B. Strecker Brookline Humphrey O'Sullivan Lowell Daniel Doherty Westfield Major Walsh Gaston

Recipe to Stop Dandruff and Improve Hair

A home remedy lists a half pint of water with Bay PR SEEM 2x2, 1 oz Barbo Compound, GIVGRCINE 5, and other simple ingredients from a druggist. Apply daily for two weeks then biweekly until used, claimed to rid dandruff, prevent hair loss, relieve itching, darken gray hair in 10 to 15 days, and improve hair growth and softness.

Be Careful in Using Soap on Your Hair

Advice against using soaps and shampoos with high alkali on hair. Recommends plain cresol coconut oil mix as a greaseless, cheap alternative available at drug stores. Describes method moisten hair, rub in oil with water, producing rich lather that cleanses, dries hair evenly, and removes dust dirt and dandruff.

Gallivan Denies Boston Postal Inspectors Probe

Chief Inspector John C. Koons says he knows nothing of any investigation by his inspectors in the Boston Postal district. Congressman Gallivan dismisses the report as a canard and asserts the origin of the probe lies in Boston, not Washington, vowing to expose the instigator.

Washington, D. C March John C. Koons Postoffice Department Boston Boston Post Office Koons Gallivan Washington Congressman Gallivan

Apollo Club Concert in Jordan Hall Impresses Boston

The Apollo Club conducted by E nrl Mollenhauer delivered a highly successful concert in Jordan Hall on Tuesday. It marked Mme. Marie Ladue Jiersol's Boston debut with an excellent impression while W. B. Piersol surprised the audience with solos alongside Mrs. Piersol who performed the Caro nome from Rigoletto with agility and tone.

Apollo Club W. B. Piersol Piersol

Biddell Named Captain Of FMngish High School Swim Team

A. Biddell has been chosen captain of the English High School swimming team. Biddell has done good work during the past season for the Tight and Dark Blue squad.

Biddell fMngish High School

Miss Bertha Copenhagen Sues Dealer Over Ring

Miss Bertha Copenhagen seeks 8000 dollars from Alter Freedman for malicious prosecution after a 3000 dollar damage suit. In Superior Court Judge Bell presided as Copenhagen, 22, testified about receiving a letter threatening imprisonment if she did not return a diamond engagement ring given by Nathan Naedleman. The ring was allegedly procured on a lease and not fully paid for. Freedman had Copenhagen brought into Municipal Court for possession of the ring. she was found not guilty and discharged. Mrs. Meyer Copenhagen testified Bertha reported the threat to return the ring.

Bertha Copenhagen Alter Freedman Bell Miss Copenhagen Nathan Naedleman Naedleman Freedman Meyer Copenhagen Bertha B. Morrison

Colonel Corn Learns a Lesson in Preparedness

The Sunday Post Fun and Feature Section highlights Colonel Corn as he learns practical ways to be ready for emergencies. The piece combines humor with safety tips and a family-friendly lesson on planning ahead.

Colonel Corn Sunday Post

Tests for Applicants for Auto Licenses

A bill reported favorably by the legislative committee on roads and bridges provides examinations and practical tests for auto license applicants. Lawrence G. Brooks of the Highway Safety League presented the measure to the Legislature. It would require all license applicants for driving motor vehicles to take tests similar to chauffeur examinations.

Legislative Committee On Lawrence G. Brooks The Highway Safety League

Republicans to Name Nominee at Chicago Convention

Channing H. Cox spoke at a Young Republicans luncheon predicting a Republican standard bearer would be chosen at the Chicago national convention and lead the party to victory.

Channing H. Cox Chicago

Four Reservemen Become Officers

Police Commissioner Stephen O'Meara issued a general order announcing the promotion of four reserve officers to patrolman. They are John J. Delaney Matttapan station Dennis F. Crowley East Boston station Charles W. Sliney Hanover street station and Joseph C. Troy Dudley street station Roxbury.

Stephen O'Meara John J. Delaney Mattapan Dennis F. Crowley East Boston Charles W. Sliney Hanover Street Joseph C. Troy Dudley Street Roxbury

Bisulated Magnesia Promises Relief for Sour Stomach

An advertisement touts Bisulated Magnesia as a remedy for acidity sour stomach and heartburn. It claims excess stomach acid irritates stomach lining and causes gastritis and ulcers, urging readers to neutralize acid with a small dose after meals for relief.

Harvard Law Students Join Preparedness Camps

A committee of 20 senior Harvard Law School students was appointed to enroll law students in government preparedness camps at Fort Ogden or Ogletorp? and Plattsburg New York. The colleges plan summer training to support national defense.

Harvard Law School Cambridge Law School Oglethorpe, Ga Plattsburg N. Y

Woman Overcomes Weakness With Pinkham's Vegetable Compound

Mrs Peter Marco of North Oxford Massachusetts writes she suffered sleeplessness indigestion weakness and nervousness after losing three children and could not sleep She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health and helping her deliver a healthy baby She keeps a bottle on hand and cites many letters published in newspapers as proof of the tonic's value

North Oxford Mass Lydia E. Pinkham Mrs. Marco

Sargol Weight Gain Promise for Thin Folks

A vintage ad cites Sargol tablets as a solution for thin people who fail to gain weight. It claims meals plus one Sargol daily will add 5 to 8 pounds in two weeks and up to 10 to 295 pounds monthly, with guaranteed weight increase or money back.

Keep Young By Toning Liver With Olive Tablets

An Ohio physician Dr Edwards promotes Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowels toner. The ad claims most sickness comes from inactive bowels and liver and offers a vegetable compound with olive oil. Olive Tablets are sold in 10c and 25c boxes by All druggists from The Olive Tablet Company Columbus.

Edwards Ohio

Mercorized wax promises youthfully clear skin in ads

An old advertisement touts mercorized wax to remove freckles pimples moth patches and sallowness by nightly application. It claims the skin becomes clear soft and youthful as the outer layer is absorbed daily. It also offers saxolite wash lotion made from powdered saxolite in hazel for wrinkles.

Minard's liniment praised for rheumatic relief in Boston

The older remedy is touted as dependable and pure with quick relief from rheumatic pains. It is described as safe, non staining, non blistering, pleasant to use and economical for readers in Boston.

Minard Boston

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