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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1902

Page

5

Boston's Prof George cures disease without medicines

A sensational Boston notice touts Prof J M George as delivering a new science that heals numerous ailments without drugs. It claims he cured himself of consumption, treats kidney and lung troubles, indigestion, vision and hearing issues, and lists glowing testimonials from patients like George Gonzer, with locations in Boston and Providence and a few addresses given for his practice.

J. M. George Boston Harvard College George Prof Bright Mass Mexico George Gonzer Hotel Mount

Dowie Daughter Dies After Fire At Zion In Chicago

Esther Dowie 23, daughter of Dr Alexander Dowie, died from burns after a gas jet ignited her nightdress while she was under her father’s prolonged prayers. At the inquest, Dowie testified vaseline was applied by Deacon Speicher, with Dr Campbell later consulted. the jury found death from accidental burns.

Chicago Esther Dowie Alexander Dowie Zion Miss Dowie University of Chicago Dowie Speicher Campbell Esther

Perfect Fitting Vitals Brand Suits Sell Cheaply

The Vitals Brand offers perfect fitting clothing produced with consistent care and detail. Low priced suits at five dollars feature lasting shape, rivaling higher priced makes that run eight to ten dollars. About ten patterns and 800 suits available from renowned manufacturers.

Vital Brand Woolen Suits At Unmatched Prices

The collection features suits from every leading woollen mill, all made in the famous Vital Brand. They are tailored and finished to last, offering a perfect fit. Prices range from $10.00 to $12.50, with a claim of unbeatable value compared to similar lots.

Vitals

Boston fete day planned for French guests on May 31

Boston officials coordinate a visit for French delegates led by Adjutant-General Malon to attend the Rochambeau monument dedication in Washington. Governor Crane and Mayor Collins arrange a welcoming breakfast parade reviews, Harvard visits, a banquet, and patriotic displays, with ships and salutes in their honor.

Malon Crane Collins City Hall United States General Rochambeau Washington Boston Roosevelt State Department Prince Henry State House Mty Hall France Moody Boston High School Boston School Rochambeau Lafayette Harvard College England Faneuil Hall Old South Church Bunker Hill Washington Tree

Subways and Navy Praise Highlight 1902 Boston and Brooklyn

Andrew G Webster outlines a 20 year lease at 4.78 percent cost for the Washington street subway with 25 year terms and 4.12 percent rent in compromise with Mayor Collins. Helen Gould presents the Brooklyn Y M C A naval building. Admiral Dewey and Secretary Moody attend, Roosevelt offers congratulations in a naval expansion context.

Andrew G. Webster Associated Board of Trade Washington Street Tremont Street Elevated Railway Company Collins Boston Elevated Railway Company Elevated Company Jones Committee On Metropolitan Affairs Mayor's Boston Mass George R. Jones Senator Board of Trade Patrick A. Collins

Providence Brewery Strike Averted in Compromise

In Providence Rhode Island 400 brewery workers reached a compromise schedule with brewers this afternoon. The agreement sets nine hours daily for six months and ten hours daily for the remaining months. Workers had initially rejected the proposed terms before signing.

Providence R. I

Compli mentary Dinner Honors Ex Penal Chief Sanford

Alpheus Sanford, former penal institutions commissioner, was honored at a complementary dinner hosted by the Harvard Improvement Association and the Chickatawbut Club at Young's hotel last evening. Guests included former presidents of the two groups, Superintendent James R. Gerrish of Deer Island, Dr. Albert A. Taft, and Charles F. R. Foss, who served as Sanford’s assistant.

Alpheus Sanford Penal Institutions Young’s Hotel Harvard Improvement Association Chickatawbut Club Sanford James R. Gerrish Deer Island Albert A. Taft Charles F. R. Foss

Revere Beach Opening Evening Dance Tonight

Revere Beach announces a grand opening tomorrow evening with dancing from eight to eleven. Admission is fifteen cents for attendees to enjoy the new seaside venue and entertainment lineup.

Revere Beach

Roosevelt greets Alfonso at Madrid coronation audience

May 15 in Madrid the Queen Regent welcomed foreign missions for King Alfonso's coronation. U S envoy Dr J L M Curry delivered President Roosevelt's felicitations and good wishes in a formal, ceremonial exchange.

Madrid Alfonso United States J. L. M. Curry Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt

Weavers Won't Arbitrate Fitchburg Dispute

May 15 report notes the woollen mill strikers rejected the State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration proposal. Olneyville mill committee favored a general body to set future conditions, while William M. Wood favors mill by mill discussion for redress but won’t meet a unified committee due to factory variation.

Fitchburg State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration Olneyville American Woollen Company William M. Wood

Greatly reduced rail rates to Colorado and Utah announced

Twenty five dollars for Chicago to Denver and Colorado Springs round trip, valid until Oct 31. On sale June 22 to 24 with dates in July and August listed. Lower rates to Utah also offered. Information and tickets at Northwestern Line office, 368 Washington Street, Boston.

Chicago Denver Colorado Springs Utah Northwestern Line Washington Street Boston

Rockport Summer Residents Win Boston & Maine Train Passages

After a five year contest Rockport summer residents will gain new train service. A 7 10 a m departure from Rockport to Boston arriving 8 25 a m and a 5 30 p m Boston to Rockport service arriving about 6 30 p m are sanctioned. A hearing on the petition involved Lieutenant-Governor Bates Leander Haskins ex Mayor Carter and other North Shore residents. Counsel for petitioners Vahey clashed with railroad attorney Coolidge but the hearing ended and officials met with President Tuttle. The railroad issued notice that starting next Monday the petitioners shall obtain the requested service.

Rockport Boston & Maine Railroad Boston John l. Bates Leander M. Haskins North Shore Thomas F. Vahey Vahey & Innes W. H. Coolidge Tuttle Boston & Maine

Munyon's Witch Hazel Soap Praised by Pretty Women

Munyon's Witch Hazel Soap earns high praise from mothers and beauty specialists for skin softness and healing properties. Claims include cures for chapping, pimples, cuts, dandruff, and scalp diseases, with added notes on hair vitality and baby care. Suggested use alongside Munyon's Liver Cure and Blood Cure. price details and Tremont Temple location noted.

Munyon Tremont Temple

Double Brookline wedding to unite Batchelder daughters

Two Brookline belles engage to weds. Lada Frances Batchelder will marry Dr. George Hathaway Gleason of Dorchester and Alice Gertrude Batchelder will wed Dr. Percy Gates Knickerbocker of Boston. Both grooms Harvard graduates. Fall date anticipated, health of Mrs Batchelder may affect scheduling.

Brookline Charles Wesley Batchelder Fuller Street Lada Frances Batchelder George Hathaway Gleason Dorchester Alice Gertrude Batehelder Percy Gates Knickerbocker Boston New York Harvard Batchelder

Chase on Late Reports Expert Accountant Lauds Boston System

Harvey Chase presents to Mayor Collins a review of municipal reports. He lauds Boston accounts system as better than other cities especially the auditors. He recommends issuing all reports immediately after fiscal year end and criticizes the late report practice.

Harvey 8. Chase Collins

Royal Blue line tour to Gettysburg and Washington

Boston departure May 26 covers all expenses at $32 including battlefield drives and Gettysburg hotel, with Pen Mar and Blue Mountain scenery. Memorial Day ceremonies in Washington feature a presidential eulogy at Arlington National Cemetery. personal guided tour with illustrated itinerary and battlefield map available from Joseph P Taggart N E P A 211 Washington Street Boston.

Gettysburg Washington Royal Blue Line Boston Pen Mar Blue Mountain Roosevelt Arlington National Cemetery Joseph P. Taggart Washington Street

Consternation as pupil lets loose black snake at Clinton High

Clinton May 15. Pranks by high school youths disrupt studies all year. In a room of 75 pupils a two foot black snake was released causing chairs and desks to be climbed in disorder. Principal killed the reptile and an inquiry into who brought it is underway. Earlier incidents include a live turtle on the floor and threats to bring in frogs. Aims to oppose the long standing principal who has served 25 years.

H. J. McAden Boston Prof. George Copley Square George Huntington Avenue Public Library Messrs. Ab. Kirschbaum & Co Philadelphia New York Clinton High School Clinton

Exhibition of Scholar Work At Hyde and Dillaway Schools

Annual visiting week in Boston public schools features student exhibits. Hyde Grammar School girls display basketry, house furnishing, cookery, and needlework under Miss Angeline May Weaver and Miss Margaret Kelley with noted visitors including George H. Conley and Robert Treat Paine. Dillaway School shows sewing laundry and cookery displays led by Miss Emma A. Waterhouse and Miss Mary C. Mitchell. materials provided by pupils for ownership after exhibitions. Upcoming days will feature Phillips Brooks Prince Mary Hemenway Winthrop Everett Lowell Dwight Minot Christopher Gibson Thomas N. Hart Dudley Comins Martin Roger Wolcott with dates May 27 to June 3.

Boston Worlk Hyde Grammar School Hammond Street Dillaway Grammar School Kenilworth Street Roxbury Hyde School Angeline May Weaver Margaret Kelley George H. Conley Robert Treat Paine Ella Carlisle Anna Barrows Joseph Lee Emily Field William F. Merritt Wynn School Dillaway Sarah J.baker Emma A. Waterhouse Mary C. Mitchell Phillips Brooks Prince Mary Hemenway Winthrop Everett Lowell Dwight Minot Christopher Gibson Thomas N. Hart Dudley Comins Martin Roger Wolcott

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