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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1901
Page
5
An advertisement claims rheumatic pain can be cured quickly using Munyon's Rheumatism Cure. It argues sufferers are obstinate, promises relief in hours to days, and urges buying at any drug store to end pain including lumbago and sciatica.
Munyon advertises cures for colds dyspepsia and kidney trouble with his 25 cent remedies. His Inhaler treats catarrh asthma and bronchitis priced at 1 dollar including medicines.
ex-President Grover Cleveland, returning from the South, reacts to the death of former President Benjamin Harrison. He praises Harrison’s patriotism, devotion to duty, and decency in office and private life, noting the loss to the nation and the lasting impact of his public service.
General Benjamin Harrison former U S president died at 4 45 pm in Indianapolis. Funeral arrangements set for Sunday at 2 pm in the First Presbyterian Church with state honors at the State Capitol rotunda.
J H Woodard of San Francisco recalls conversations about General Harrison's rise. He details Harrison's early ambition, Blaine's diplomacy, and how letters between Woodard, Blaine, and Harrison shaped the path to a Cabinet post in 1888.
Governor Crane calls General Harrison a great American figure whose career as soldier, statesman and lawyer earned national eminence. He praises Harrison’s presidency for an efficient administration and notes his post presidency influence as a wise counsellor and forward looking statesman. Massachusetts especially valued his virtues and talents.
The ad offers a free trial of a celebrated beauty remedy by mail to any woman who sends name and address. It claims to clear complexions, remove freckles and patches, cure eczema, and improve skin without powders or chemicals, with testimonies from Fannie B Ralston of Newport Kentucky.
Washington reports show deep interest across executive departments as they await President McKinley to issue a funeral proclamation for General Harrison and announce his virtues. The act of 1893 bars mourning displays and department closures for ex officials. Cabinet praise highlighted Harrison's intellect and firm character.
Washington March 13 Thousands praised the late General Harrison with remarks from Secretary Hay Secretary Long Secretary Wilson and Secretary Hitchcock and Senator Beveridge all lauding his intellect integrity and leadership and noting his lasting impact on the nation.
A $300000 fire gutted the wharf area destroying stored property. Eight firefighters were injured, some severely, as the blaze burned into the early hours. The total loss is estimated at over $300,000. The fire was still burning at 3 a.m.
A massive fire at Union wharf on Atlantic avenue destroyed the Bradley Fertilizer Company sheds and adjoining warehouses. Firefighters suffered multiple injuries amid collapsing roofs and exploding zinc dust and saltpetre fumes. Losses include a large electric generator and stock from Boston firms. cause suspected from a carelessly tossed match.
Amid night darkness the warehouse blaze drew crowds as flames leapt and smoke rose. Firefighters in oilskins battled the blaze among smoldering cotton bales while water streams hissed from hoses and a fireboat. Ships and ferries glowed red along the water as danger loomed with each falling wall.
Physicians say grip aftereffects are more dangerous than the acute attack and may weaken kidneys liver and stomach. Stuart's Catarrh Tablets are praised as a safe remedy using eucalyptus bark and germicides to purge the grip and restore appetite and strength as in Mrs. Chas Gormley memory of Memphis.
Firemen battled a night blaze at the wharf as rain and spray drenched watchers. Amid sparks and crashing planks, spectators praised the crew's bravery while engines roared and helmets dripped, continuing their vigil long after others fled.
The Boston Merchants' Association held its March board meeting at Young's Hotel with ex president J R Carter presiding. A letter from ex president Benjamin Harrison declining a March banquet due to U S Supreme Court cases was read. The board discussed reduced railroad rates for New England buyers and harbor taxation and Stockton watering schemes, referring these to committees.
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