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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1898
Page
2
Advert for Dr. David Kennedy Favorite Remedy touts cures for kidney liver bladder and urinary diseases rheumatism and constipation. Claims pain relief back pain frequent urination and urine clarity with no sediment. Sells at 1 per bottle with a free sample offer by mail to test before buying.
A late night blaze at 161 and 163 High street owned by W. G. Chase gutted the upper floors of the five story brick structure near Fort Hill square engine house. The Massachusetts Electrical Engineering Company laboratory is blamed for starting the fire. lower floors including L. A. Chase and Kingsbury & Davis Machine Co. suffered heavy water damage. Total loss about ten thousand dollars.
The article extols spring fishing across New Hampshire Vermont and Maine with improved rail access camps and guides. It notes reduced travel costs and wide preparation by fish commissions, clubs and railroads to bring anglers to the waters and fishing resorts. It invites readers to obtain pamphlets and tour books from Boston and Maine railroad offices for routes and rates.
The Golden Star Pleasure Club held its sixth annual May party and ball in Paul Revere Hall with 300 couples attending. 150 couples joined the grand march led by Bernard Yaffe and Miss Ida Levey. Joseph M. Parker was chief marshal and Louis Rudin assistant floor director. Dedications on the program honored the Maine martyrs Cuba Libre and the U S army and navy along with the star spangled banner.
Pall River Line steam boat train will depart Park Square Station Boston at 4 p.m. daily including Sundays starting May 6 until further notice, instead of 6 p.m. The adjustment affects all trips between Boston and Fall River.
The Boston Custom House celebrates Commodore Dewey with voluntary decorations by staff from Collector Lyman’s departments. A large crayon portrait of the hero covers the space behind a desk and is joined by several clerks in honoring his Manila victory. Navy Yard officials and shipmates recall Dewey and past cruises, while cautions about fire hazards from petroleum bombs are noted.
Secretary Long announced that upon official confirmation of Dewey’s Manila victory a cable will congratulate him for the fleet’s performance. He added that Dewey will be made an admiral once confirmation arrives. No diplomatic or naval word on last Sunday’s engagement.
A March 8 description recalls a 1897 dinner in his honor where Colonel Archibald Hopkins delivered a prophetic toast to Commodore Dewey. The verse pledges support through storms and battles, vowing to back him wherever his pennant flies and to celebrate his return home beneath an admiral’s flag.
Admiral Jouett, retired, lauds Commodore Dewey as the most dashing seaman and says he would promote him by telegraph to publicly recognize his valorous service. The remark reflects strong support for Dewey's actions in battle.
The Manila victory by Commodore Dewey has stirred unbounded enthusiasm in Montpelier Vermont. Dewey, a native, has two brothers Charles and Edward and a sister living in the city. Flags and bunting adorn Main and State streets as Mayor Senter orders two large flags displayed.
Harvard instructors and students move toward military drill with many joining First United States Cavalry Rough Riders and First United States Artillery. Officers will be elected, uniforms debated, and a mass meeting planned at Fogg Art Museum to discuss colors gift to Harvard and public demonstrations.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as the best and most effective cure for indigestion. It touts shelf stability, pocket convenience, pleasant taste, and rapid digestion, claiming benefits for digestion, complexion, and weight, with six thousand Michigan patients cured and a price of 50 cents per package.
Colonel F B Bogan receives a diamond ring from aides as the Ninth Regiment prepares to march to Framingham. Lieutenant Desmond notes the unit, known as the Irish regiment, will join U S Army after inspection. Crowds fill armory ahead of a planned parade and reviews at the State House and City Hall.
The Eighth Regiment Infantry will parade tomorrow forming at Lowell and Causeway around 10:00. They march up Merrimac to Market Square and pass through Washington, Sehount, Beacon, Arlington and Boylston streets, then proceed to take a train to Framingham and pass in review before the Governor.
The Quincy Market Cold Storage Company sues the Boston Board of Aldermen and Benjamin W. Wells seeking an injunction against further permits under the street order until the court rules. The case, arising from a dispute with Eastern Cold Storage, was argued yesterday before the Supreme Court.
Captain John W Weeks begins immediate formation of four Massachusetts Brigade companies to meet enlistment reserves and create a permanent protective force. Senate approves bill for four new units and will likely be engrossed in the House today. Minnesota detachment reports reduced crew, while routine drills continue aboard the ship and a flag raising event occurs at Sleeper Street. The monitor Lehigh, en route to Boston, reports rough seas but expects arrival by Friday.
Regular man on war duty fills the time of the men on the Catskill at Gloucester. Yesterday enlistment officers continued their enrollment of the reserves and began medical examinations at the Gloucester recruiting office.
Early this morning the Catskill monitor crew of the naval militia came ashore in squads eager to enlist in the navy. Shore food liberty and a bevy of Gloucester girls keep the time pleasant as the men balance life on ship and shore.
The Standard Clothing Company at 395 Washington Street displays how large purchases from forests and resources cut production costs, offering stylish suits and overcoats for $10. The Stancord Clothing Company backs this by showcasing affordable, high quality men’s wear from first hands to customers.
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