Prohibition Law Faces Setback in Maine Legislature
In Augusta on March 21 the Maine prohibition law was altered to 3 percent after a joint House Senate session. The move aims to widen beer options and create a new market for light beers, while keeping stronger spirits restricted. Proponents argue gradual changes may occur, but fears remain of undermining prohibition.
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Augusta
Maine
House
Senate
Massachusetts
Philadelphia
Dr Greene Offers Free Counseling From Noted Physician
Noted physician Dr Greene provides free counseling sessions offering medical advice to those seeking guidance on health concerns. The program invites residents to take advantage of expert input at no cost.
Help for chronic troubles and rheumatism by Dr Greene
Help for chronic troubles rheumatism dyspepsia catarrh and kidney disorders can be found by writing or calling on Dr Greene who has been successful in all such troubles. Every section of the country the run down and discouraged are obtaining benefit from Dr Greene's advice. Examination and counsel are absolutely free by mail and office call.
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Greene
Dr. Greene Open For Consultations In Boston Office
Dr. Greene offers special medical advice at 34 Temple Place Boston Mass all day weekdays and Sunday forenoon. Those seeking help or whose doctor has failed to assist are urged to write or call for an appointment today.
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Temple Place
Boston
Mass
Cheswell Becomes Chief as Webber Retires After 87 Years
Chief Lewis P. Webber of the Boston Fire Department retires due to illness after 87 years of service. Assistant Chief William T. Cheswell is offered the chief position, with John A. Mullen named assistant chief and Williston A. Gaylord declining. The retirement takes effect at 3:00 a.m. today.
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Lewis P. Webber
Boston
William T. Cheswell
John A. Mullen
Williston A. Gaylord
Dorchester
Gaylord
Patrick Keyes
Washington Street
Dover
Webber
Sheriff Pearson's First Drug Store Case Upheld
In Portland Maine the Municipal Court convicted a local druggist after liquor depu ties testified to whiskey in a rear apartment and labeled bottles in the front. The defense argued the liquor was for medicinal compounding. Judge Hill fined $100 and costs. an appeal was filed.
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Portland
Samuel F. Pearson
Pearson
Hill
Queen's Funeral Pictures Shown At Gilchrist Co
Motion pictures of the Queen's funeral were exhibited yesterday at Gilchrist and Co with an auditorium on the fifth floor set off. A preliminary explanation was read for each view and funeral music played during exposure. Nearly a dozen views show scenes from the coffin aboard the yacht at Cowes to the final march at Windsor with clear detail.
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Gilchrist & Co
Mng
Cowes
Indsor
Railways Offer Cheap Tourist Tickets Through Chicago
Chicago and several railways run through the area offering low travel rates to Boston and Washington with special Colonist tickets. Tickets available on Tuesdays until April, promoting cheaper fares for scenic trips and extended tours.
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Chicago & Northwestern
Union Pacific
Southern Pacific Railways
Chicago
Sal 'Ee Faiy
Corqeare
Boston
Washingtongton
GOLD DUST PROMISES FREEDOM FOR WOMEN FROM SCRUB BRUSH
At the start of the year a proclamation named GOLD DUST as the key to freedom from housework and dirt. The slogan spread nationwide, convincing hundreds of thousands that GOLD DUST could ease daily toil. Manufactured by THE W. K. FAIRBAIRN COMPANY and linked to Fairy Soap across multiple cities.
Competition results close night with wide list of attendees
Tonight at six the weekly Sunday Post cow competition ends. Results announced show a long list of participants with addresses across Boston and nearby towns. Names include Ella Williams, Thomas Kiley, Willie Smith, Gracie Smith, James Shannon, Morris Weinstein, Miss Nora Shae, and many others from Dorchester to Lynn. Winners and participants hail from Roxbury, Cambridge, Everett, Somerville, and beyond.
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Ella Williams
Bennington St
E. B. Jos
Dorchester Ave
Dor
Iston St
Geo
H. Timson
Roy St
Swampscott
Ordway
Garfled Ave
Chelsea
Missa Donnelly
Rogers Et
A. Wickson
Sumner St
B. B
Mary Cortin
Cottage At
E . B. Leonard A. Page
Harbor View
Sam
Leo Hurley
Box Randolph
Margarett Chew
Basle St
Som
Abe Shankman
Spruce St
Fred L. Howard
Leslie Pk
Rox
John Moran
Havre At
E. B
Ellen Roche
Paes Pl
Chen
Ames D Dooley
Bine St
Sem
Jacob Lare
Cotton St
Spring St
William McDonald
Moore St
Bernard Carolan
Eliot St
Maurice E. Poppelhoyer
May
Herman A. Knauber
Dennis St
Edward Murphy
Lexington St
Chsn
Wm. Hartigan
River St
Waltham
Lewie Fox
Taber St
Bonner Ave
Ulus A. Simmons
Aurel St
W. Ee
Silvagelo
Woodville St
Hn R. McCarthy
Esate St
Tom
Sasrarana
Mfavernil
St Chen
Ernest C. Berrie
Fern. St
Wal
T. F. Barie
Melrose St
Nora Shae
Silver
T. Morris Weinstein
Spruce
Nellie M.small
Harwichport
James
Decatur St
Savin St
Jame McKinnon
Chatham St
Digan
Paverat
Hull St. Jos
Gohg
F . Cook
Columbus Ave
E.leonard
Sullivan St
Chan
Sostoune Loveland
Ellsworth St
Albert F. Hunt
Leyland. St
Green, Kendall &J
A. Landisman
Norman St
Bebe Levine
Brighton St
Elizabeth F. Glavin
Cabot St
Washington St
Harry H. Bendix
Claremont
Eugene M. Ryan
W. Brookline
Moses Rosenauer
Allen St
Herman Beyer
Cornwall St
Joan McNamara
B. John Lane
Hunting St
Cam
Guy W. True
Washington St. Mary Brown Forest St
Malde
Joseph Gulvens
Miller St
W. “Quincy
James Leary
Conant St
Rex
H. R. Simonson
Lexington’t
Elsie. Ward
Dighton
Sunday Post prize competition ends today at p.m
The second of five weekly competitions closes today as no coupons received after the hour will be counted. A new competition with the coupon appears in next Sunday’s Post. Start early in the week and recruit neighbors and friends to take the Sunday Post on your behalf.
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Sunday Post
Boston Sunday Post
Daily Post
New England
Pally
Mae’ Bo Well
Girle
Letters and votes mailed for Sunday Post contest
A montage of readers from Lynn and surrounding towns sending in votes and coupons for the Boston Sunday Post promotion. Names include Louis Zurbach, Louis Kriger, Miss Kittie Donnelly, Miss Jennie Smiddy, Miss Jennie Smiddy, and Eben Trott, with addresses in Lynn Roxbury Boston Salem and North Wakefield.
Chief Lewis Webber A Fire Chief and Rescue Legend
Lewis Webber, born Hastings 1838, rose from carriage work to lead Boston fire department as chief for sixteen years. He earned praise for daring rescues, including saving a fellow firefighter during the 1889 blaze, and guided engines through multiple major emergencies. His family ties and lifelong service mark a notable era in city firefighting history.
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Lewis P. Webber
Hastings
Boston
Guiner
Boston Museum
New York
Webber
Merrimac
Monitor
Spencer Rifle Company
Gong
Newa
and Avenue Armory
Metropolitan
Norfolk House
Roxbury Fire Department
Dearborn
Greene
Lewis Webber
Ladder Company
W H. Flavel
Flavel
Grape-Nuts Help Night Worker Overcome Dyspepsia
A Rockford Illinois newspaper writer and part time medical graduate credits Grape-Nuts and Postum for ending his dyspepsia from improper restaurant meals. After trying the cereal with cream he notes improved digestion and greater energy, allowing him to continue night work with less fatigue. He declines to publish his name.
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Rockford, Ill
Postum Cereal Co., Ltd
Battle Creek
Mich
Chief Engineer Listed With State and National Associations
The passage notes several Webbers in the department excluding the chief's family. It adds that the chief serves as vice-president of the National Association of Chief Engineers, is president of the State association, and heads the Massachusetts Fire Chiefs' Club. He is also a member of the Knights of Honor and of Post 26, G. A. R.
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National Association of Chief Engineers
State Association
Massachusetts Fire Chiefs’ Club
Knights of Honor
Cheswell Career Fitting Chief Post Put to Test Today
William T. Cheswell, a lifelong firefighter born January 7, 1843, in East Street, rose from hand engine helper to assistant chief and is expected to be named chief today. His rapid rise through Engine 7, Engine 4, Steamer 4, and district leadership, plus his inventive contributions and calm, strategic leadership, underscore his fitness for the top post.
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William F.cheswell
Webber
Cheswell
Boseman
William T. Cheswell
Lewis Pebber
East Street
Pleasant Street
Voluntary Fire Corps
Cheawell
Civil Service
Louis Satten urged for Post prize by Roxbury readers
A letter asks to credit three votes to Louis Satten of 1022 Tremont Street Roxbury for the comic supplement prize. The writer praises the paper and urges supporters to help Louis reach the front in the Post prizes. Signed by Harry Ashb.
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Sunday Post
Louis Satten
Tremont Street
Roxbury
Ood
Louis
Post
Harry Ashb
A Waltham Candidate
A letter to the Competition Editor encloses twenty five coupons for Willie Hardigan from Plicer street Waltham. The writer apologizes for not sending more and hopes for a future donation.
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Waltham
Sunday Post
Willie Hardigan
Walthan
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