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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1914

Page

9

Brown elected mayor in Somersworth with 158-vote plurality

Somersworth New Hampshire March 10 Fred H Brown a former Boston National League player and city solicitor was elected mayor on the Democratic ticket with a plurality of 158 over Independent Citizens' candidate Dr Thomas J Morrison Morrison had run as an Independent candidate Brown also served as a Wilson presidential elector

Somersworth N. H Fred H. Brown Boston Thomas J. Morrison Independent Citizens Mr. Brown a_ Wilson

Old Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy Promises Darker Hair

An old home formula using Sage Tea and Sulphur is now sold as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy. A bottle costs about fifty cents and promises natural, even darkening, gloss, and reduced dandruff with regular use.

Wyeth

Rheumabath Promoted for Rheumatic Pain Relief

An advertisement touts Rheumabath as a non internal remedy for rheumatic pains backache neuralgia and related ailments. It claims wide use across forty two states Canada and England with celebrities among its fans. The pitch promises instant feeling of relief and urges sending 25 cents to Minneapolis for a full size package and a booklet.

Canada England Dept Minneapolis Minn Riker- Jaynes

Noted Banker Reed Anthony Dies at 50 in Boston Area

Reed Anthony of Tucker, Anthony & Co. bankers and president of the Manchester Street Railway Company died at his home 113 Commonwealth Avenue yesterday afternoon after a brief illness. He was 50 years old and also served as an official and director of several other corporations.

Reed Anthony Tucker, Anthony & Co State Street Manchester N. H Commonwealth Avenue Mr. Anthony Nathan and Clara Reed Anthony Boston Roxbury Latin School Kidder, Peabody & Co W. A. Tucker Middle West Duluth Stanislaus Falls California

Prominent Boston Financier and Yacht Club Figure Dies

Nathan Anthony, financier tied to the New York Stock Exchange and director of multiple Boston firms, long active in electric traction projects, municipal trusts, and yacht clubs, died aged 83. Survived by his wife Harriet Weeks Anthony and three children, with kin including Boston and Brookline relatives. He supported Emmanuel Church and Emmanuel House and had deep Puritan ancestry.

Anthony Emmanuel Church Newbury Street Back Bay Emmanuel House Harriet P. Weeks Boston Ruth Anthony Andrew W. Anthony Senator Colt Rhode Island Reed P. Anthony

Senate lobby probe revived with deKnight summoned

Washington lawyer Clarence W. deKnight was ordered by Chairman Overman to testify Thursday in the renewed Senate lobby investigation. The probe concerns reports of activity at the Capitol tied to army and navy pay bills contracts and other legislative matters.

Washington Senate Clarence W. deKnight Overman Capitol

Seven Cars Off Track on Pennsylvania Train Near Fort Wayne

Seven cars of the Manhattan Limited derailed from a broken rail at Pierceton near Fort Wayne Indiana. The cars did not overturn and no injuries were reported. No fatalities. The accident stopped traffic briefly and is under investigation.

Fort Wayne Ind Pennsylvania Railroad Pierceton Here

Guardian Dog Don Keeps Watch Over Kendal Green Child

Don the dog, owned by John 5. Bamford of Kendal Green Mass, is described as a loyal guardian and helpers. He hauls papers in a hamper, carries lanterns, follows commands, plays dead and football, and leads his master to bed. He mediates when strange dogs arrive and is always boss.

Don John 5 Bamford Kendal Green Mass Post

Catholic events planned at Cathedral School Hall

The Young Men's Catholic Association works on two nights of Irish instrumental and vocal music and a lecture by Daniel J. Dwyer for the St. Vincent de Paul Society benefit. Father Culhane praises Lent-focused charity and Catholic groups host lent talks and a Morals vs. Art lecture by Dr. Joseph H. McMahon at Cathedral Hall.

Young Men’s Catholic Association Johnn W. Culhane Daniel J. Dwyer St. Vincent de Paul Society Culhane Joseph H. McMahon Catholic Summer School of America Cathedral Hall

Daniel Doherty Found Dead In Lodging House Hallway

Daniel Doherty aged 60 was found dead in the hallway of a lodging house at 228 Commercial Street early yesterday. Authorities report death from a fractured skull believed due to a fall down the stairs.

Daniel Doherty Commercial Street

Harvard Dramatic Club Chooses Two Plays For Spring

The Harvard Dramatic Club selected two student written plays for spring production. The Clodder by Emmett Beach and The Bank Account by Howard Brock will be staged with more titles to be chosen from additional submissions. Trials are under way with actors named R Coggeshall L B Everitt L C Henin Chester Jenks D E Kennedy N W Loud R N Hewell Maurice Roth H Leon Sharmat R L Southgate and L Stone.

Harvard Dramatic Club George P. Baker Emmett L. Beach Saginaw, Mich Howard F. Brock Cambridge The Dramatic Club Harvard R. Coggeshall L. B. Everitt L. C. Henin Chester W. Jenks D. E. Kennedy N. W. Loud R. N. Hewell Maurice Roth H. Leon Sharmat R. L. Southgate L. Stone

Kerosene Rags Found After Fire at 26 Winter Street

Kerosene soaked rags were found beneath an old mattress on the second floor of the house at 26 Winter Street in Everett. The blaze which damaged the property yesterday afternoon prompted a rigid investigation by Everett police and Fire Chief Joseph T. Swan.

Winter Street Everett Joseph T. Swan Fire Department

Fire gods and suspects stir as Everett blaze ends

Charles M. Erlandson, a boarder, was detained for incendiarism after escaping smoke filled passageways during a large fire and was later released after questioning by Chief Hill and Chief Swan. Amid the flames Mary Currier, 60, found in bed on the second floor, was pulled to safety by firemen and neighbors with no lasting ill effects expected.

Charles M. Erlandson Everett Hill Swan Mary Currier

Seven hospital deaths blamed on toxic poisoning

In Los Angeles the coroner learned post-mortem surgeons linked seven deaths at the county hospital to toxic poisoning. A serum given to eight men with a blood disease last Saturday led to four deaths that night and three the next day, with one patient surviving at the time of report.

Los Angeles Cal Hartwell

Medicine for the Militia Receives New Shipment

A shipment of over two tons of medical supplies arrived from Washington for the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia. The goods, ordered by Surgeon General Williams for potential service in Mexico, are stored partly at the State House and partly at the State Arsenal in South Framingham, consisting mainly of medicines for tropical climates.

Washington Massachusetts Volunteer Militia Williams Mexico War Department State House State Arsenal South Framingham

Rufo Girl in Springfield Found After Disappearance

Miss Geraldine Rufo, a 13 year old Newton student who vanished on February 20 after being scolded for attending the movies, was located yesterday in Springfield by her sister.

Geraldine Rufo Newton Springfield

Worms Cause Children Discomfort Aaus Dr True Elixir Ad

An old Auburn Maine advertisement warns of stomach worms in children with symptoms like swollen lips pale face and dull eyes. It promotes Dr True's Elixir a family laxative and worm expeller available at dealers for 35 50 and 1 with free advice from the supplier WON.

Dr. True

TIZ Foot Bath Ad Promises Quick Comfort

Consumers are urged to try TIZ foot bath for tired feet, corns, callouses, and bunions. The 25 cent box is sold in drug and department stores with claims of pain relief and tighter shoe fit.

Young Men Careful About Style in Clothes

A compact reflection notes that young men show strong concern for clothing style, a trait highlighted with confident assurance. The line emphasizes awareness of fashion preferences among younger males.

Hart Schaffner and Marx for Sale at Continental Boston

Hart Schaffner and Marx good clothes makers offered at Continental Boston on Washington and Boylston Streets. The display highlights the line as premier attire from a leading manufacturer.

Hart Schaffner & Marx Good Clothes Makers Boston Washington and Boylston Streets

Vision pageant to feature at South Boston Baptist Church

The missionary pageant Vision will be a special feature of next Sunday's evening service at South Boston Baptist Church. It is presented by 70 young women and described as exceedingly beautiful. The male chorus will be led by Rev. W. J. Rutledge with Myron E. Berry directing and Frank M. Samuels as organist.

South Boston Baptist Church W. J. Rutledge Myron E. Berry Frank M. Samuels

Springfield Insurance Co. Surrenders Kentucky Operations

Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Company orders suspension of all business with its 107 Kentucky agents effective immediately except for endorsements that do not raise hazard.

Springfield Insurance Co Kentucky Springfield Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Company

California Syrup of Figs Ad Promotes Laxative Cure

An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for the stomach liver and bowels. It claims a tablespoonful at night will ease constipation and related complaints while warning buyers to insist on the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company to avoid counterfeits.

California

Musterole Ointment Promises Fast Neuralgia Relief

Musterole, a mustard oil based ointment, promises quick relief for neuralgia and colds. Advertises 25c and 2.50 hospital sizes, with mail order option from Musterole Company in Cleveland.

Masterole Company Cleveland Ohio Rush A. Webster New

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