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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1906
Page
2
An advertisement outlines a real estate plan offering 525 to 760 lots with easy terms. It requests $10 down and $5 per month, then 10 per month installments payable monthly through the International Trust Company at 45 Milk Street.
In Pemberton square rumor spread that police efforts to reinstate officers reduced after the Tech riot may fail. A decision is expected today from the Police Board.
Lawyers representing Lt. George A. Hall and four other officers, all reduced in rank after the Tech riot, petition the Police Board for reinstatement. No new evidence was presented as they argue the men have already been sufficiently punished and deserve reversal despite veteran promotions rules and competitive examination hurdles.
At the medical congress to be held in Boston in the first week of June discussions will focus on temperance and alcohol control. Mrs MxM Allen of Oneida New York will represent the national department as superintendent of medical temperance.
Funeral services for Frank A. Bean, a member of the Boston fire department for over 40 years, were held yesterday at the Church of the Sacred Heart Roslindale. A solemn memorial hymn was sung by Rev. John, as fire bells tolled and the procession proceeded to the cemetery.
A woman from Apple Creek Ohio details severe heart trouble nerves and illness linked to coffee use She describes years of misery and fear of death before switching to Postum Beverage and noting complete relief She credits coffee abstention and Postum with restoring energy and eliminating symptoms including chills and anxiety
Lynn May 28 Mrs William P Gannon filed a divorce suit in New York and a subsequent suit by the husband recalls a Lynn romance from 16 years ago with papers served while the wife was in bed.
Wiss Sophronia Barney a 16 year old waitress wed Mr Gannon on March 26 1890 at Maple Street M E Church. Gannon seven years her senior and a New Haven resident. Barney birth records list Warren birth parents Amadie and Margaret Barney. She sues for divorce claiming violent temper and cruelty and has alleged infidelity. Process server found her in bed with another man. Gannon names a wealthy Philadelphian as co respondent.
After hours of examination the slave girl Joséphine Terranova underwent tests used by alienists including needle sticking and electric currents to gauge sensibility. Rumor says doctors may report insanity, which could end the murder trial and commit her to Maftewan asylum for the insane.
The House message requesting a conference on the railroad rate bill was presented to the Senate by Vice-President Fairbanks. Senator Tillman spoke for the measure, and conference terms were approved by the committee chair with the Vice-President naming the negotiators.
A man nicknamed Jack the Hugger approached Miss Josephine Anthony on Castle Hill avenue while she walked home from an errand. She refused his escort twice, escaped a grasp, and reached her home. Police are pursuing the stranger.
Ambassador Meyer's dinner in St. Petersburgh honored Foreign Minister Iswolsky last evening. The event marked the formal establishment of the new ministers.
The appointment of Mrs. Lyman as postmistress at Wellesley Farms Massachusetts was announced today May 2.
A fragmented report outlines years of misery for a patient labeled as incurable. The text hints at medical struggle with a doctor and family involved in seeking help from the outset.
The fragment describes a parent's grief over a child's disease mismanaged by doctors. It mentions eczema once deemed incurable and a sense of misery from the treatment outcomes, with unclear details about names or dates.
Mrs. Belle Lamereaux, arrested for abandonment, testified in Beverly court about fainting on a Ipswich road walk and losing her two week old baby. She said she awoke by the woods and wandered until a man paid her fare home. The infant was later found in nearby fields.
Court Spring Hill Y Party of Foresters of America will hold its annual May party tonight in Union Hall Somerville. A large attendance is expected with guests including members of the executive council of the State end of the supreme executive council of the third degree.
May 28 report that James M. Batty a well known natural history collector was instantly killed by the accidental discharge of his firearm at Poca Chiatas Mé Mr Batty aged and a native of Springfield Massachusetts connection noted by the American Museum of Natural History in New York City where the information was received today
May 28 report from Pekin states the Emperor is seriously ill and cannot be seen. Palace notices confirm postponement of spring diplomatic audiences amid rumors of a critical condition.
Providence mourns as Ernest B. Lynn, 59, an engraver, shoots himself at home after long illness. He leaves a widow and four adult children.
Lightning struck the Shirley Hill House in Goffstown New Hampshire today tearing off a roof section and shattering the flagstaff but causing no injuries according to officials.
Product claims key properties of cleansing and astringent action. Describes benefits for gums including firmness and redness reduction with improved hardness and tone. Industry language suggests cosmetic dental care promises.
A light hearted ad claims this fine tooth powder brings laughter to ladies with fine teeth and removes the need to keep teeth covered while using the product.
A new enamelled can offers convenient travel use. It does not break and retains fragrance, making it suitable for journeys.
A known physician promotes a home remedy to cure goitre and thick neck. He mails a large free trial package claiming rapid, painless results without dangerous operations. The ad targets sufferers who believe goitre is incurable and promises a safe, at home remedy.
An advert describes a hair removing product to improve appearance by removing unwanted hair. It promotes safety and ease of use with two sizes available. Sold by Pierce Co and Madam Gillespie at 18 Huntington Ave The Copley Boston Mass.
Notices for Bresnahan Powers Wallace and Preble list names and addresses with funeral dates and times. Jeremiah Bresnahan, Thomas Powers, Mary Wallace, Edward Preble referenced with church and street locations. Invitations extended to relatives and friends.
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