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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1912
Page
9
In Scranton on November 7 Mrs. John Speers collapsed and died before her dental procedure. Doctors cited shock from the fear of tooth extraction as the cause of death.
A cheerful urging to enjoy meals and keep the stomach in prime working order. It touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a reliable remedy for indigestion amid holidays and feasts and advises obtaining a 50c box from your druggist today.
Aggressive promotion urges mothers to feed children with Aunt Jemima griddle cakes waffles gems and muffins as a wholesome alternative to meat heavy diets. It touts Aunt Jemima Self Rising Pancake Flour as a wheat corn and rice based substitute and promises a money back guarantee with top coupons for a Rag Doll Family prize.
Indicted by the Middlesex grand jury yesterday on attempting to murder her uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. Fred M. Jordan of Lowell. She was arraigned in the Superior Criminal Court before Judge Hitchcock and showed no more concern than at her earlier arrest under the name Newell.
A girl, described as weighing about 190 pounds, faced Judge Hitchcock with calmness and answered not guilty when the indictment was read. She was remanded to East Cambridge jail without bail to await trial.
A sworn affidavit from Joseph B. White details recovery from glandular tuberculosis after using Eckman's Alterative starting in 1910. He reports improved health, weight gain, sleep, and no further sickness days, urging others to try the medicine. The ad notes bronchial and lung benefits and lists selling druggists in Philadelphia and Boston.
A Brooklyn reader describes a year long outbreak of pimples on hands and face that worsened until they were unable to sleep or eat. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment, plus a hot bath, the itching stopped and within three weeks no pimples remained. Ad invites samples and offers Cuticura Beap Shaving Stick for men.
The grand jury reported 26 true bills and six no bills. William A. Blunt of Medford was indicted for manslaughter for allegedly running down Metropolitan Police Officer John W. Powers with his car in Medford on August 12. Blunt also faces a reckless operation charge. Other indictments include Peter Valley Natick Bernard Kazewicz Hudson and Michael H. Kelley Lowell for assault with a dangerous weapon. Pasquale Vozzella Winchester was indicted for assault with intent to murder Giovanni de Angelis in Winchester on September 22, 1912.
A half radish and half white turnip anomaly was shown by C. A. Kimball of Milton New Hampshire. The odd root was pulled from a bed of radishes and features a large red radish connected to a tiny white turnip by a short stem. The cause of the hybrid remains unknown.
A vintage collection of handwritten home recipes lists ingredients and methods for two pies and several cakes. Included are molasses based fillings with spices, butter, raisins, and sugar, plus variations using sour milk cocoa flour and soda. Names appear with street addresses.
The first big question for Massachusetts Democrats is how President-elect Wilson will allot high federal posts. The positions total $72,500 yearly and include Collector of Port Postmaster District Attorney three assistant attorneys United States Marshal Commr of Immigration Surveyor of Port Chief P O Inspector Sub Treasur er Naval Officer Pension Agent Appraiser Assistant Custodian Chief Chemist.
Massachusetts Democratic leaders push a purge of key Boston federal posts with Edwin A. Curtis and Mansfield among incumbents under scrutiny. Other officers reconsidered include Asa P. French George Billings Guy Murchie and Edward G Graves with salaries from four to eight thousand dollars.
A young Boston commuter asks Mildred Champagne how to handle a rude persistent admirer. The columnist suggests ignoring her, changing routes, or offering a disapproving look to deter the woman's unwanted attention.
The ad asserts a first dose breaks the cold within hours and three doses over two hours cure grippe or severe colds in head chest back stomach or limbs. It promises rapid relief from headache stuffed nose feverishness sneezing sore throat and rheumatic pains. Available in a 25 cent package with no quinine and no substitutes.
The Wilson chrysanthemum in three varieties will be produced in Boston soon. Named after the President-elect's three daughters the Margaret the Eleanor and the Jessie were highlighted at the chrysanthemum show opened yesterday in Horticultural Hall.
Marshfield and Boston flower expert Edward McMulkin plans to display three promising Wilson chrysanthemum seedlings at the mammoth New England show. He is among the heaviest exhibitors as November’s flower dominates the largest exhibit. The show runs daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with music in the afternoon and evening, and space is fully utilized for thousands of blooms.
A whimsical court ruling from London holds that a cow cannot be held responsible for death by its own action. The decision playfully weighs responsibility and animal behavior in a very public legal moment.
A brief, speculative note suggests a girl’s behavior may relate to those around her and possible guardianship issues. It hints at extenuating circumstances and lack of power to control her actions.
The Rev Dr Francis W OBrien was installed as pastor of the Union Square Baptist Church in Somerville last night. The ceremony featured local clergy and church members who welcomed the new pastor and spoke of his duties and mission.
In ville a large congregation gathered for a service with the Rev. Dr. George E Horr presiding. The event highlighted a community gathering led by the religious leader.
Worcester Nov 7 John J Downey and James H McCooey members of Blackstone board of selectmen pleaded guilty to illegally issuing an innkeepers license and were fined 20 each by Judge John B Ratigan in Superior Court.
Mrs. Lilly Annete Coe, heir to a 1 080 000 fortune from Ward Coe, marries Harold Magnus Sussman in New York. The 67 year old widow and 29 year old writer, once secretary to William Faversham, wed this afternoon per Alderman John McCann.
Governor Hadley of Missouri visited Washington and Chicago, saying he has not been asked for second place on the Republican presidential ticket and that the topic was not discussed with President Taft during his Washington visit.
Elias Erbach aged 22 of 35 Edinboro Street South End and Nassin Khouri aged 32 of 102 Hudson Street were arrested by headquarters detectives for selling a drug store at 58 Beach Street to Thomas H. E. Hart without any equity in the business.
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