Election troubles under plan 1 in Boston politics
The Democratic city committee advises voters to wait for a confirmed candidate while former Mayor John F. Fitzgerald presses Plan 2 claims. Fitzgerald campaigns in every ward with about 10 000 nomination papers, as James Donovan plans a conference with Joseph H. O Neil to discuss a possible mayoral bid.
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James Donovan
Democratic City Committee
John F. Fitzgerald
Donovan
Fitzgerald
Joseph H. O'Neil
Plan 2 sparks schemes to beat new Boston charter
Within 24 hours of Plan 2 approval, loopholes in the charter are targeted. Section 59 allows blank spaces on ballots for write-ins, prompting stickers as a cheaper alternative to signatures. Democratic chairman James Donovan urges Democrats to wait for committee-approved candidates. Speculators also show early activity.
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Boston
Connecticut
James Donovan
Democratic City Committee
Whiskey for Colds Prompts Medical Debate
The piece discusses the widespread use of whiskey combined with other ingredients as a supposed cure for colds. It describes a mixture of whiskey glycerine pine compound and instructs dosage every four hours. A local druggist claims the formula has cured severe coughs and colds quickly.
Campaigns Amid Signatures For Mayor and City Council
Speculators press for nomination papers as ballot rules allow a slate with party labels. Campaigners circulate blank and filled forms to collect up to 760,000 names, with 12,500 sets printed and 10,000 more ordered. Candidates rush to gather signatures, facing questions on substitutions and the legality of duplicates.
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Pers
Election Commissioners’ Office
Cooper's New Discovery Promises Stomach Rejuvenation
L T Cooper promotes a theory that health hinges on the stomach and that his New Discovery can renew the stomach in weeks. An endorsement from J L Turk of Vincennes cites relief from long stomach trouble, constipation, and piles after three bottles, claiming lasting benefit. Cooper's medicine is sold by druggists nationwide.
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Mr. Cooper
Cooper
J. L. Turk
Locust Street
Vincennes
Ind
Turk
Ohio
Mississippi
Mr. Turk
Ellis Seeks Re election to School Committee Endorsed
The Public School Association committee recommends endorsing David A. Ellis for reelection as chair of the school committee. Secretary Charles F. R. Foss said the group aims to secure 5900 signatures to nominating Ellis, citing its 10 000 member base. Ellis said he favors running with no party designation.
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Ellis
Rexall 93 Hair Tonic Offers Risk Free Trial
An advertisement claims Rexall 93 Hair Tonic can grow hair and cure dandruff with a three bottle trial. Buyers pay nothing if unsatisfied, with promises of scalp refreshment and root tightening. Available in 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes at Rexall Stores Riker Jaynes Drug Stores in Boston.
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Rexall
Boston
Riker- Jaynes Drug Stores
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