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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1900
Page
2
A medical warning describes catarrh as a systemic disease that can attack any organ. It argues the condition spreads beyond the head and throat to the stomach liver bowels lungs and other areas. The only cure presented is a thorough cleansing of the entire system.
An advertisement extols Peruna as the sole systemic catarrh remedy and claims it prevents colds and winter illnesses by toning and cleansing the mucous membranes. It promotes a 95 page book, lectures on chronic catarrh, sent free by The Peruna Medicine Co. of Columbus, Ohio.
Lincoln, Neb Nov 6 Mr Bryan received results at his residence amid a crowd of newspaper men and telegraph operators. Four wires ran into the house as Bryan and companion officials discussed bulletins showing McKinley leads in New York and Buffalo while Maryland appeared lost to the Democrats. Bryan slept after 8 pm. later rode to his farm for rest, showing calm despite late data.
Boston Democrats hailed a strong Bryan showing as proof of unity and vigor, praising local organization and denouncing Republican advantages. Leaders like Josiah Quincy George Williams and James Donovan credited devoted efforts, while others predicted a broader Democratic revival in Massachusetts and beyond.
A New York resident aged around 40 was reportedly cured of deafness in about one hour after a single Wilson treatment at 240 Gth Ave on August 3. The claim, from Mrs. Mary A. Moss, notes a whisper audible at ten feet after treatment and offers free consultations with Cure or money back. Office hours listed for the National Association of Physicians and Surgeons at 18 Boylston St.
George A. Ayers an about eighty five year old man was found in his room at 39 Temple Street last night in a pitiable condition. He had been ill for some time and since Sunday had lain without food or care. He is at Massachusetts General Hospital with suffering that may prove fatal. Ayers recently came to Boston from Manchester New Hampshire.
Fragmentary report describes a daytime incident involving Rupert W. and Margaret Paton with alleged snatching on Claremont Street. Details are unreadable, but the notice references a charge and tonight’s events near 268 Hi and Street. Further specifics are unclear due to corrupted text.
At the American House the Republican State committee tallied results in a banquet hall with Chair Goetting Secretary Standish and others, as Senator Lodge and notable figures monitored the ballot. The crowd cheered for Lodge and Hanna supporters while Bryan’s losses drew uproar, and Colby and Ross faced defeat for the Senate. Henry Turner of Malden claimed Auditor success was assured despite opposition.
New York reports at 8:30 p.m. show McKinley Roosevelt leading Bryan and Stevenson with large Republican pluralities. Illinois district returns echo the trend, while Indiana Michigan North Central states indicate gains for Republicans. Odell and Yates win New York and Illinois governors. McKinley carries New York by about 135,296 as Brooklyn and other boroughs finalize figures.
Early returns from Wilmington indicate a Republican majority of about 2000 in Newcastle county, likely giving the state to Republicans by 1200 to 1500. Democrats carry Kent and Sussex counties, ensuring a Democratic majority in the next Legislature and the election of two U S Senators with J E Addicks defeated.
Louisville reports at 1 a.m. show Democratic gains amid disputed totals. In 984 of 1874 precincts statewide Bryan leads 61,929 to 61,... McKinley totals cited vary. Yerkes leads Beckham in several counts, with both parties asserting victory as results trickle in from Louisville and surrounding counties.
In Baltimore McKinley leads with about 66 879 votes to Bryan 49 846 with six precincts missing. Statewide projections place McKinley’s majority around 11 000, a result echoed by Republican and Democratic leaders though final figures may vary slightly.
West Virginia scene reports partial U S polls from three counties indicate McKinley ahead by about 100 votes from 1896. In Wheeling election day, a U S commissioner saw warrants sworn for voting, all filed by Democrats, with no West Virginia returns yet at 8 p m.
An advertisement claims a preparation removes coins, warts, moles, and callouses from any body part without pain. It promises lasting results beyond temporary knife treatments, asks readers to enclose 10 cents for a sample.
Indiana results show Democratic gains with McKinley trailing Bryan in precinct tallies. Telegram confirms Indiana’s shift noted by Democratic leaders and reflects statewide voting trends amid early returns.
California statewide results through 9 p.m. indicate a Republican tilt by 10 000 to 15 000 votes with five Congress seats likely for Republicans. San Francisco backs McKinley with at least a 7000 plurality as city tally grows. In San Francisco at 7 p.m. 150 ballots counted. McKinley leading Bryan 116 to 8 in narrowly reported precincts.
In Omaha and Lincoln reports from 200 of 1611 precincts indicate a McKinley plurality around 2000 to 4000 statewide, while Bryan supporters claim Fusion districts will reverse this. Lincoln notes Bryan’s backers concede possible McKinley reelection as late results come in.
South Dakota mailed result from Fargo shows McKinley leading with 2687 to Bryan 1337 in 326 precincts. In 1896 McKinley led 32438 to 1737. Democratic State chairman Kleinegle concedes North Dakota to McKinley by about 6000 to 8000 votes.
North Dakota reporters from Fargo note seven precincts reporting give McKinley a 461 vote lead over 182 for four years ago. In Bismarck, Chairman Kleinegan of the Democratic State committee concedes McKinley’s electoral and state ticket win, with a possible exception for Attorney General.
The Havana convention met in the Marti Theatre and reassembled at 2 pm to send a formal telegram to President McKinley. It salutes the U S and expresses gratitude to General Maximo Gomez, who says he will not seek office in the Cuban republic, urging prudence and calm in future steps.
Advertising copy touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a safer, faster remedy for hemorrhoids than knives or salves. It pledges relief for long standing cases, claims to prevent surgery, and lists a one dollar price with Druggists selling through Pyramid Drug Co. Marsall, Mich.
A Boston crowd on Washington Street surged as the Post flashed Bryan and McKinley results on stereopticon bulletins. Five thousand cheered Naphen’s reelection, then roared over McKinley as New York’s McKinney support loomed. Police subdued clashes between Boston University and Tech factions, while students sang, shouted college yells, and crowded streets remained jammed with spectators and reporters.
An alarm from Box 6 32 at 10 40 last night called a fire on the second floor of a two story wooden building at 6 Borden South Sonten. Neighbors and local officials identified suspects and a theft tied to water and a man named John Healy. The scene involved Louis Snider and Deacon etyeed with investigations ongoing.
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