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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1894
Page
6
The physician lauds Warner's Safe Cure as a leading remedy used for Bright's disease, gravel, and bladder inflammation. He cites a cured case of a pregnant woman who became blind but recovered after treatment and gave birth to a healthy child. He notes many doctors prescribe it and claims widespread benefits.
A 22 year old Boston painter Fred Knights narrates a dramatic life story begun in St John and Malta. His diary recounts kidnap by a nurse, attempted murder with chloroform, and a family history linked to a large inheritance and a Maltese background. The piece blends memoir and melodrama with local Boston connections.
A full page colored cartoon titled The Man in Red accompanies a call to action to order now for the upcoming Post issue. The note emphasizes urgency and previews a featured illustration.
Captain William A Pepperell of General Bridges's staff and his wife Ella renew their marriage in Nashua New Hampshire after a long separation caused by marital difficulties and extended apart from their son William S. They return to Boston to raise their child and resume life at Egleston Square with Pepperell expressing practical views on family and loyalty.
The Working Girls' Clubs convention adjourned at Parker Memorial hall in Boston after a final session on Junior Clubs Domestic Circles and Vacation Houses. Delegates toured aboard the J Putnam Bradlee and later gathered at Dennison House with leading labor figures before planning next year’s Philadelphia meeting.
A new mail car built by Barney & Smith for the Boston Albany line arrives, featuring 1848 pigeon holes and a front row of triple sided tables to sort letters. The car allows rapid in-car sorting with reversible pigeon holes and four rows of hanging mail bags, enabling direct handoffs to carriers at stations.
A vivid Sunday Post cartoon features bold colors and playful action centered on a mysterious red suited figure, capturing a lighthearted moment in the weekend edition.
The Criterion Club presented Pinero's The Magistrate before a large audience with Miss Fay Davis and Mrs. Fred H. Briggs in leading female roles. Robert W. Frost as Mr Porkett delivered intense humor while Eugene L. Culm played Cis Farrington and other parts received strong support.
A 99 year old woman in an institution recalls her family and notes eight siblings. She says her brother Jimmy was the only one who died young at age 70. The tale appears in Youths Companion.
In Agra province unrest grows within the Seventeenth Bengal Native Infantry over caste based transfers from the Thirteenth Bengal Infantry. Ringleaders were arrested but confined, as other companies back the protest. Observers note rising Indian discontent with British rule amid past incendiary fires in Punjab and mark the 37th anniversary of the 1857 Se occupation.
The London Spectator questions reconquest of India as restiveness grows across classes. Taxation, silver policy, opium debates, and Christian missions fuel discontent with British rule and drive calls for India for the Indians. Strong emphasis on native demands for self government and fair administration.
A judge quips that a man must be a terrible murderer after receiving a dozen bouquets sent in the day, implying a sensational public reaction to a mystery or crime.
In a divorce court session Judge Sherman handled cases from drunk and desertion to an Italian divorce. Frances Baury sought alimony and custody as Alfred L. faced drunkenness while Mrs. Ackeroyd fought for alimony and children after a long marriage.
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