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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1904
Page
2
Alderman M. J. Welter credits Warner's Safe Cure with restoring his health after kidney and liver trouble. He testifies the treatment saved him from misery and offered a remedy trusted by doctors and hospitals for kidney, liver, bladder and blood diseases.
An old advertisement warns that back and head pains swellings and urinary issues signal kidney disease. It promotes Warner's Safe Cure from Rochester NY, claiming cures after other medicines fail with a money back guarantee and free medical booklet.
Prominent designer Thomas McManus of Atlantic Avenue plans a three masted auxiliary schooner for Capt. Sol Jacobs of Gloucester. The vessel will have a 175 horsepower engine, 135 feet length, 26 feet beam, and 11 feet 6 inch hold, aiming for Placentia Bay trips before entering mackerel seining in 1906. Other McManus yards build multiple vessels for Gloucester and Essex, including 140 and 120 plus tonners, with launches planned from June to August.
A testimonial from a patient describes severe stomach pains and indigestion, attributing dramatic recovery to Chase’s Dyspepsia Cure. The ad touts the remedy as the fastest medicine for dyspepsia, indigestion, and related stomach disorders, with the Newark New Jersey address for the manufacturer.
At Lewis Wharf near midnight a trio assaulted Patrick McCormack, an oiler with 19 years on the Chattahoochee line, kicking him in the face and nearly gouging his eye before fleeing. He was sent to Relief Station by ambulance after the attack.
In Edgartown Massachusetts on May 4, the death of Charles M. Pease, a four day bridegroom and farmer on Chappaquiddie Island, appears suicide after an upward gun exit through the mouth. Medical Examiner Worth cites despondency over finances as motive. bride Mrs. Pease denies alternate suitors.
Representative Brigham of Marlboro opposed a key Centre Street widening bill for Boston costing 800000. The Senate altered the process, with Brigham noting prior proposals could cost 20 million. The Mayor said Boston lacks funds and must borrow for interest. The bill advanced to third reading 54 to 2.
The article argues that selecting foods suited to each person's body is essential for health. It emphasizes that what works for one may harm another and advises changing to a plain simple diet when illness strikes to steady health.
After clinging to their capsized schooner Maggie Miller all night, the Nova Scotia vessel's crew were rescued early today as they drifted past Red Beach near Read Point. Captain Hows and crew survived the capsizing following the vessel striking a ledge.
James Murphy, 59, of 19 Pine Street, was thrown from an express wagon when it collided with a hose wagon at Engine 25 near High and Congress last night. He suffered a fractured rib and contusions and was taken to Relief Hospital. The fire alarm proved false as there was no fire at George H Morrill & Co printing ink plant.
In the House yesterday Representative Westall of Lowell urged passage of a resolve granting Thomas J. Dixon of Lowell twenty five dollars a month for five years after losing sight from a stab wound inflicted by a Concord reformatory prisoner. The Ways and Means committee reported against the resolve, but the full House adopted the committee report by a 67 to 54 vote.
The Post invites readers to contribute inscriptions on general interest topics for Johnny's State in care of the Post. Aimed at the paper's witty and poetic audience, the offer promises a chance at newspaper fame through clever headlines and verses.
Massachusetts lawmakers plan a humorous game against Boston Common Council members at City Hall to settle a mock score. Notables including Mayor Colling, Governor Bates, Lt Governor Guild, Speaker Frothingham, and several representatives are slated to participate. The event features a nine-man lineup, field positions, and a free-entry policy for all except the third house, with police detail and a formal grounds-use arrangement from President Taylor of the American team.
In East Boston a raid at 18 Harrison Avenue led to the arrest of two men, George Hosmer and William Harrison, alias Billy Smith, plus three youths and two women. Authorities say the pair confessed to over 20 larcenies, with loot valued at more than $3500 recovered. two other suspects were released. Hosmer, son of a professional oarsman, and Harrison face arraignment as police credit Patrolman ONeil with the capture.
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