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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1916
Page
10
An advertisement claims pyorrhoea or Riggs disease is caused by a powerful germ. It promotes Ginginol, saying it destroys germs, tightens loose teeth, and stops disease progression. Two ounces in the original bottle used as directed reportedly strengthens teeth and gums at home, with a small trial bottle at druggists for ten cents.
Bay State street railway contemplates a fast through trolley service between Boston and Revere Beach to start this summer at a six cent fare. The Public Service Commission heard the proposal yesterday, noting serious obstacles to immediate establishment. A rider's injury figures in the report as well as hospital and home transports for injured parties.
Arthur G. Wadleigh opposes a fare hike and highlights a new through service from Scollay Square to Orient Heights as a potential revenue source. He argues the expert report omits this option and prompts scrutiny of Bay State and Boston Elevated negotiations while the commission holds no official approval yet.
An auto owned by Mrs. Bernice Dresser veered off Washington street Brookline Village and crossed the sidewalk injuring two people Miss Angelina Dirssuo and another passenger. A body was found in the Merrimac River nearby prompting police and rescue units to respond. Further details and identity of the deceased were not immediately available.
The United Improvement Association of Boston with 26 local groups warns of a quiet reform effort to reorganize the Public Service Commission. It says the move aims to cut commission activity and even remove members to favor corporate interests, urging citizens to pressure representatives to reject the bill. Signed by Macy, Paul, and Richards.
Water town reports a rare birth as Mrs Pasquale Mantento and her husband welcome twins? a trio born yesterday. A rubber worker husband at Ilood Rubber Company supports a family of six including two older children. The mother and babies are reported well.
A legislative hearing urged a state owned belt railroad to serve the metro area, improve freight service, and spur industry. Proposals included extending Union Freight tracks to connect with the South Boston waterfront and studying Atlantic avenue for freight use. The reviews coincided with Terminal Commission findings soliciting Public Service scrutiny of switching rates and freight handling. Senate Speaker James F. Cavanagh and Boston Industrial Development Board leaders backed the plan for St. Mary’s Infant Asylum. Mayor Curley’s forthcoming address on American citizenship and current events promises to draw strong interest. St Peter’s Church choir and John Hh Daniels will perform.
Mayor Curley will deliver a lecture Sunday evening in Symphony Hall. The event promises a civic discourse in a formal concert setting, drawing attendees from city government and the public.
When nerves shake the stomach nervous dyspepsia grips, appetite fades, and unease lasts. A chemical discovery enables feeding nerve cells with a stimulus to restore digestion. Margo Nerve Tabs claim quick relief, no dangerous drugs, and a satisfaction guarantee from leading druggists.
An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for rest and comfort of tired swollen feet, claims to relieve corns and callouses, aids in breaking in new shoes, and is sold everywhere by Allen S. Olmsted.
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