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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1898
Page
5
A physician urges feeding the forces of sentiment to avoid exhaustion and death. He promotes Warner's Safe Cure as the best remedy to sustain affections and improve life, claiming it powers many to live and enjoy life.
In Philadelphia a council bribery probe hears Peter B. Smith a Republican committeeman held on 10000 bail after allegedly offering cash for a favorable waterworks ordinance. Louis J. Walker admitted receiving 500 cash for a favorable committee vote. Other payments and agents are under inquiry as District Attorney Graham pursues $26000 paid for a favorable report.
The Continental Clothing store offers last year’s $100,000 worth suits at half price to clear excess stock. Crowds pack aisles as shoppers buy deeply while management touts quality and seasonality. The sale aims to start spring with new stock, proving public confidence in the store.
A Boston led breakthrough claims a new Washington incandescent light uses kerosene forced by a bicycle pump through a tiny copper tube to produce an electric-like glow. Promoters tout simplicity and economy far below arc or standard incandescent lighting and urge public demonstrations at local venues.
The case against William Scollans over alleged defrauding of the city of 1065 resumes with a new jury. Judge Blodgett again presides as the defense challenges jurors and witnesses include Superintendent Wells Deputy Kelley and Messenger Ryan. Moran probes patronage and teaming reports amid a crowded courtroom and renewed scrutiny of City Hall records.
An eminent medical teacher praises cod liver oil and hypophosphites as nerve tonics and notes their combination in Scott's Emulsion. Advertised for nervousness, neuralgia, sciatica, insomnia and brain exhaustion with the price of 1.00 at all druggists in New York.
Witnesses described hiring authority split between Wells and foremen and noted frequent talks with foremen about teams. Kelley admitted limited payroll scrutiny and the Roxbury yard books’ disappearance. Politics influenced patronage and sub foremen changes, with fatigue over questioned authority and alleged frauds.
Munyon's offices advertise a non surgical catarrh treatment using mild lotions and internal remedies aimed at blood and nerves. Testimonials from J F Norton and Charles Nowell claim full cures after using Munyon's catarrh regimen and related devices. The ad notes remedies priced about 25 cents per vial and mentions free doctor service throughout the day.
Thomas F. Ryan testified he served seven years as a City Hall messenger receiving and distributing mail and returns. He described bundles tied for South Yard transfer and noted foremen sometimes requested corrections. Moran pressed whether reports were sealed upon reception and Ryan admitted possible loose handling before dispatch. The court adjourned after Ryan’s examination.
A large closing out sale at 8 S Pierce's old store corner Tremont and Court streets in Boston showcases Rosenthal Rubber goods. Ladies, men's and children's mackintoshes are offered at 10 to 60 percent off. Beede Rubber Company participates to clear stock after leaving the Rubber Trust, making these low prices a rare public benefit.
A dated warning about dry morning coughs signaling consumption. The ad endorses Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as a cure citing Simon Smasal of Chicago and claims a 25 cent price with an urging to ask for Bull’s and take only Bull’s.
Sam W. Wall describes the Yukon trail from Forty Mile to Circle City where prospectors face freezing temps from 30 to 50 below, jammed ice on October river, wrecked boats, and starving camps. He notes 100 men died in Camp Bay jam and 400 others survived. guards protect caches, and cabins along the river aid travelers with patient, rugged exodus.
Unrest at Union Station as FB C Davis Co Klondike expeditions Nos 2 and 4 leave at 7 30. Ten men each led by Col E J Meagher, with Boston Natik Brookline Allston and other names aboard. Claude L Allen accompanies as financial agent. Chapman receives rifle and shooting outfit from Press Cycling Club president Canning.
The Somerset Associates of East Boston organize a second grand annual social at Lyceum Hall on Easter Monday evening. The group, noted for progressiveness, reports demand for tickets after a highly successful first ball.
Two personal vacation tours depart Boston for Washington in April returning April ninth. Travel by Fall River line to New York with the Pall River steamboats arriving in New York before daybreak. In Philadelphia four hours are set for sightseeing on the return. Tickets at 20 Washington Street Boston.
Brunswick Cigars wholesale depot O L Fern and Co announces uniform pricing policy changes and distribution details for retailers. The notice specifies updated standards for order quantities and fulfillment timelines.
Sol Smith Russell stars at the Tremont in a triple bill including Taming of the Shrew and The Spitfire. Louis James presents Spartacus at the Grand Opera House. Lectures, concerts, and vaudeville act up tonight with a busy week of theater, orchestral concerts, and new comedies at multiple venues.
Inspector Knox arrested a neatly dressed woman who claimed the name Louise Wilbur aged 82 of Roxbury for shoplifting at Jordan Marsh Co. She is charged with stealing ten yards of cloth a fancy collar and boots. She was committed to the Tombs.
A discussion on the restless baby and parental wishes contrasts with the worry of a wasting illness. Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with lime and soda is presented as a remedy, helping the child regain flesh and health.
A printed card lists refunds for Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar: a 50 cent bottle must cure cough or be refunded, and a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfactory or money refunded. Signatories include Emery Souther and many Boston merchants across Tremont, Washington, Bromfield, Columbus, Dudley, Dorchester, and Tremont streets, plus 200 others.
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