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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1913
Page
9
Hyomei is promoted as a home remedy to prevent catarrh from spreading from nose to throat to lungs. The pocket inhaler delivers medicated air to kill germs and soothe mucous membranes. The complete outfit costs $1.00 with extra liquid bottles at 50 cents.
Many years of volunteer testimonials claim Eckman's Alterative cures for severe throat and lung affections including pneumonia consumption bronchitis and asthma. An example from Annie F. Loughran of Philadelphia describes relief after starting the remedy and renewed health with no further hemorrhages. The ad notes the product contains no narcotics or habit forming drugs and promotes catalogs from the Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
Gentle bowel aid targets constipation in older people. Dr Edwards' Olive Tablets offer a mild, natural alternative to harsh laxatives by lubricating and stimulating bowels without pain or griping. Take Olive Tablets with olive oil to ease stomach troubles. The Olive Tablet Co. Columbus, O.
The New York Central railroad faced trial before Judge Morton and a jury in U S District Court on 28 counts accusing it of violating the hours of labor act for railroad workers. The Interstate Commerce Commission filed the charges. this marks a first challenge of this kind by a New England road. Attorneys George L Mayberry and George H Fernald represent the company invoking the exceptions within the law as the defense.
Eighteen of the twenty eight counts charge crews with working more than sixteen hours straight, beyond law except in accident or unforeseen delay. The road says delays from hot boxes and broken parts are unforeseen. Ten counts accuse telegraph operators of exceeding eight hours. Lawyers Mayberry and Fernald argue day office limits apply, not night shifts. Proceedings cited reports by Special Inspector W W D Anderson. Special Attorney Ralph Walter aids Sullivan, US district attorney.
A Boston hearing before Auditor Burton Payne Gray revealed feuds within the Eastman family over the late Alvin G. Clark estate. Mrs. Eliza beth W. Grogan seeks about 20 000 from sister Caroline G. Eastman and husband Professor Charles R. Eastman, who dispute the claims and signatory statements.
In Dedham Court Dr. James R. Taylor admitted he still loves his wife and would consider reconciliation. He described past tensions, alleged pushes on the veranda, and noted details about Mrs Tileston and Mrs Taylor as the trial exposed strains in their Brookline home.
An old advertisement touts Swissco Hair Remedy Cope for stopping dandruff and restoring gray or faded hair to a youthful color without dyeing. A large free trial bottle is offered with a 10 cent postage request, and Swissco is sold nationwide at druggists with prices from 50 cents to 1 dollar.
A Boston woman reports severe backache headaches and dizziness tied to weak kidneys after pneumonia left her run down. She credits Dean's Kidney Pills, three boxes restoring energy and health after nine weeks in bed.
In Lisbon, rebels boarded the Portuguese cruiser Republica at dawn and freed prisoners held for Sunday disturbances. Armed men dressed as sailors took control, fired three shots, and handed the inmates to their supporters, who then vanished before naval authorities could act.
Former Senator Bourne proposes a $3 billion roads plan to Congress for post roads. The plan allocates $1 billion for construction and $2 billion for maintenance over 50 years. It was submitted to the joint congressional committee on federal aid in road construction.
Senator Bourne proposes joint federal and state action to fund a billion dollar highway program. It would create a national school of highway and bridge engineering, allocate funds by area population and road mileage, require states to bond with 50 year bonds, and use government loans and a sinking fund to retire principal in 50 years.
A note highlights Noazark Gasolene Gus Dolly Dimples and other performers to be featured in next Sunday's Post. The item promotes a local entertainment lineup and urges readers to attend.
The Post announces color illustrations of Paris costumes will be published in the newspaper's next Sunday issue, offering readers a preview of fashion trends and ensembles.
The article explains that brain disorders can affect all senses and organs, with nerves causing wide symptoms such as headache, indigestion, irritability, and numbness. It notes that nervous debility may be present even when local issues seem the cause and promotes Tona Vita as a remedy sold by Boston druggists.
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