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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1915
Page
4
Samuel J. Bearce a prominent Mason and head of Portland's oldest wholesale house on Commercial Street died today in Portland. Born in New Gloucester in 1839 he had risen to the 33rd degree and served as secretary of Maine Consistory for more than 80 years.
Arthur Walburg of 4008 Third Ave Brooklyn recounts severe pimples and blackheads on his face and neck. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for several months he claims complete healing and relief from burning itching. He received a free sample offer in 1914 with a 32 page Skin Book by mail.
Advertisement for Dr. Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild laxative and liver aid, claiming quicker, teeth friendly relief from constipation and dullness. Promotes substitution for calomel with claims of instant liver improvement and no teeth damage, with 10c and 25c doses from The Olive Tablet Company, Columbus, Ohio.
Rumors of an Italian government agent in the North End receiving secret cables claiming Austria declared war stirred feverish excitement. Italians gathered at steamship offices and in groups, while a mass meeting with I W W organizer Joseph J Etter drew few listeners at 141 Richmond Street as new laborer organization plans formed.
Funeral services for Mrs Antoinette White Hunt 91 widow of Dr David Hunt are at her home 17 Gloucester street at 11 this morning. She is mother to Mrs R D Evans of Boston and Beverly noted as a leading philanthropist donor of the Evans Memorial Hospital wing and Boston Museum of Fine Arts. She is survived by Mrs Evans and two other daughters Miss Abby Hunt and Miss Belle Hunt.
A plainly described home remedy uses simple ingredients from a druggist. Mix with a half pint of water and apply daily for two weeks then biweekly until used. Claims include stopping dandruff germs, reducing itching, preventing hair loss, and darkening gray streaks within days.
The funeral for Robert G. Fitch longtime Boston Transcript editor was held at Mt Vernon Congregational Church with Rev James A Richards officiating. Pallbearers from the Disciples of Hiram and various Transcript departments were named and attending groups included the Boston Fire Department University and Papyrus Clubs and Boston Press Club. The body will be buried in East Canton Connecticut beside his wife and child.
Councillor Watson denounced current state hospitals for the mentally ill and urged the Legislature to fund a new hospital in the metropolitan district. Land for the facility has been purchased, spanning Waltham and Belmont. The City Council endorsed the resolution for delivery to the public institutions committee.
The funeral for Captain Lang don Oliver aged 95 the oldest resident of Georgetown Maine was held at the Church in Georgetown recently. The Post cane held by Captain Oliver passes to John L Berry aged 89 the new oldest citizen of Georgetown.
United States Attorney ties Oliver Osborne to Rae Tanzer dispute after Miss Helen Kaiser presents letters matching Osborne handwriting. Slade firm subpoenas and grand jury hearing test the handling of Oliver Osborne correspondence amid court delays and motions by James W. Osborne and others.
The United States charges Rae Tanzer with violating Section 215. Counsel for the defendant refuses to disclose information citing attorney client privilege. Judge Cushman adjourns the matter and advises a writ of habeas corpus for possible further argument.
Private S. J. Walsh of the 14th Grenadiers Guards, a Boston native, sends a note from Caterham England asking the Boston Post to be sent to him as he trains for front service. He recalls Hanover Street and pledges a dime for another copy.
After two years of agitation, Wakefield voters held a special session and overwhelmingly refused to join the metropolitan water system. They chose to continue keeping Crystal Lake as Wakefield's water source indefinitely.
Advertisement for Monarch House Paint claiming purity in every atom and offering a free color card. Mentions Car penter Morton Co at 77 Sudbury St. and invites readers to request the sample.
The funeral for Charles Francis Adams, who died Saturday, will be at 3 p.m. in the Church of the Presidents in Quincy. Interment follows at Mt. Wollaston Cemetery. A Boston bound car will attach to the 2:34 train, with the South Station train at 4:04. Pallbearers include George Duncan Moorfield Storey Henry L. Higginson Francis J. Higginson Colonel Charles F. Morse Colonel Charles L. Pierson James F. Rhodes Worthington C. Ford. Ushers are Arthur Adams Charles Francis Adams II Robert Homans F Lothrop Ames A Wadsworth Longfellow Edmund D. Codman Charles A. Price Henry M. Faxon.
City Council formalized transfer of the former parental school property in West Roxbury to the hospital trustees last night. This paves the way for immediate remodeling of the buildings into a convalescent department for contagious disease children, replacing care in the hospital’s south department.
Dr. Philip J. Castleman, longtime assistant director of the bacteriological laboratory, was appointed director by the Boston Board of Health. He succeeds Dr. James J. Scanlan, who died recently. Castleman’s salary rises from 1500 to 2500.
Lewellyn E. Pratt, chairman of the educational committee of the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World, told Pilgrim Publicity Association members at Hurlburt's Hotel that advertising has entered a new era. He said old cutthroat competition is gone and urged truthful, wise, efficient ads that benefit publishers, business men, and the public, noting deceptive ads harm all advertising.
Advertisement targets thin people with a claim that Sargol tablets boost fat absorption to add ten pounds or more. It describes the digestive system as the key to gaining weight and promises firm flesh, cheek fullness, and reduced bony angles. The ad cites physician endorsements and a money-back guarantee, noting ease of use and low cost.
Four protesters, three women and one man, were arrested in Brattie square yesterday while picketing a garment shop embroiled in a dispute between two garment worker factions. They were charged under the new loitering ordinance. Suspects named include Mrs Catharine Farina and Mrs Mary Barelio both of 28 Piearant Street, Mary Cincalligi of 522 East Third Street South Boston, and Samuel Stigman of 839 Charles Street.
Promotes Rheumasalts as a remedy for back pain and kidney strain. Claims uric acid overload weakens kidneys, liver, and bowels, with dropsy and Bright's disease possible. Recommends five ounces daily of the effervescent lithia drink before breakfast, sold by Riker Jaynes and druggists.
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