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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1914
Page
17
NORFOLK Va April 30 The British steamer Erroll which went ashore Tuesday off Bodies Island N C was floated last night and towed to Norfolk An examination will be made She seems practically undamaged Pa Van Loon speaks truly In Union There Is Strength See the funniest of the funny comics in the next Sunday Post
An advertisement touts a home remedy claimed to destroy the dandruff germ in one to three applications, halt hair loss, and even regrow hair after baldness. The formula mixes Bay Rum Lavona de Composé Menthol Crystals with optional perfume, applied twice daily to the scalp.
An advertisement touts Resinol Soap and Resinol Ointment for clear skin and hair health as an inexpensive alternative to costly cosmetics. Praised by physicians for nineteen years, it warns against imitations and offers a free trial from Dept. 11-R, Resinol, Baltimore.
The Snow family continues ownership of Snow's Old Wine Store with unchanged management for generations. The store advertises Snow's Old Whiskey sold in full measure at 75c and $1.00 per legal quart, asserting consistent quality and ripeness through the years.
A French peasant vegetable oil remedy for stomach liver and intestinal troubles promoted by George S Mayr a long time Chicago Piecist now sold locally by Riker Jaynes Drug Stores. The quick acting treatment reportedly gives relief in stubborn cases and is advertised as widely available in drug stores.
Isabella M. Stone former manager of the Boston College of Applied Harmony sues Dean Charlotte M Hallett for 197.50 claiming unpaid services a doctor bill and postage stamps. The case was heard in the Municipal Court before Judge Cohen in the fourth session. The college was located at 200 Huntington Avenue.
The jury ruled for defendant Miss Hallett in a suit by Isabella M. Stone, a professional coach and manager. Stone claimed unpaid salary 87.50, medical bills 95, and 15 for prospectus postage, while Hallett testified Stone forced a dismissal and unsettled manager expenses. Judge Cohen delivered the verdict for the defense.
The steamer Fredericka, ashore since Tuesday off Harvey Cedars, was floated with wrecking tugs and began moving under convoy to New Cuba then New York. She had run aground in fog while carrying a cargo of sugar.
Telegraph and Public Service Commission officials report near unanimous demand for longer telephone cords. The Public Service Commission says the company agreed to permit longer cords if requests are reasonable, with city officials urging action and warning of further steps if not fulfilled.
At a Bristol county Republican dinner in Taunton on April 30 former Congressman Samuel W. McCall, urged to run, tentatively accepts the demand for his candidacy as Massachusetts voters gather.
Mansfield featured remarks by former Secretary of the Navy George von L. Meyer with congressman Richard Wilson Austin of Tennessee and David L. Parker of New Bedford also addressing the gathering.
Fourteen incendiary fires within 24 hours struck a Lynn section, all in a similar manner, as the fire department and police faced a troubling spree. Seven fires Wednesday night followed by seven more early last evening pushed the total to 14 in one day.
Harold Field and Hyman Kalon both 15 were taken to the police station and examined about a string of seven fires in tenement cellars. They were not detained. Fires occurred between 7 40 and 9 40 p m starting in cellars with entry through windows or hatchways. Fifteen families fled from dense smoke, one fire at 48 Prospect Street spreading through cellar stairs, with rapid blaze on the first floor.
Medication with Poslam, the skin remedy, makes Poslam Soap more than a soap a soap plus healing goodness. Soothes tender skin beautifies complexions and softens hands. Prevents roughness and eruptional tendencies. Discourages dandruff, leaves scalp pure and sweet in superb condition. Sold by all druggists everywhere large size 26 cents toilet size 15 cents.
Swift says he is not a candidate for any office and will work within the party this year to support the chosen leader. Former Attorney General James M. Swift announces he will fight in the ranks. Edwin A. Thurston, Republican State committee chair, blames disorganization for recent defeats. Clarence Barnes of is named as toastmaster.
Discovery of the fire prevented a larger blaze though about 500 dollars in damage occurred. Six families fled smoky flats and two Blossom Street addresses 44 and 97 suffered 50 dollar losses. While crews fought 97 Blossom Street, two boys alerted officials about a cellar fire at 24 Laconia Court and were detained for questioning by State Officers Wells and Murray.
Seven of the nine applicants granted liquor licenses in Lynn last week failed yesterday to obtain the licenses at the city treasurer’s office. It is believed the delay stalled negotiations with moneyed interests over license fees.
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