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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1908
Page
2
An advertisement extols Van Camp's baked beans claiming selection of white plump beans, uniform size, and superior baking in live steam at 245 degrees. It asserts improved digestibility, reduced gas, and a smooth blend with pork and tomato sauce, promising a superior product.
Washington hearing on tariff revision heard claims the Sugar Trust controls grower prices and consumer costs. Secretary of War Wright supported free entry for Philippine sugar while most manufacturers backed standing pat.
The ad promotes Van Camp baked beans as cheaper than home baking and more frequently eaten as a meat substitute. It claims beans are 84 percent nutriment and deliver more food value per pound than meat, at a fraction of the cost, highlighting beans as a favored choice when baked in the Van Camp method.
Mrs John L Gardner opened her Venetian palace in the Fens to visitors yesterday drawing about 200 guests. The display featured notable paintings such as Titian Europa and the Bull and Raphaels Fedro Inghirami portrait along with Crivelli St George Rembrandt self portrait Botticelli Madonna and Child and a lavish Venetian court filled with flowering plants. Mrs Gardner greeted attendees during part of the day.
Henry Erlich age 20 shot himself on a road near Red Lion ten miles from Wilmington after failing to find work. He left a letter for the coroner offering his body for dissection to avoid burial expenses.
New York Nov 16 Norman E Mack chairman of the Democratic national committee says post campaign contributions were insufficient to cover expenses. He will pay the deficit from his own pocket and ensure all bills are paid. He cites plans to open permanent headquarters funded by the party with state offers to contribute.
The sixth annual reunion of the Irish National Foresters Lady Fitzgerald Branch 427 will be held at Roughan Hall Charlestown tonight. From 8 to 9 a concert precedes dancing led by Miss Susie Goldrick and High Chief Ranger Hadmund Russell. Several officers from other branches are expected to attend.
London November 16 The visit to Britain of Patrick Ford editor of the Irish World and O M Leagher Condon drew sharp questioning in the House of Commons. Unionist James Craig pressed Premier Asquith on licenses for the visitors and alleged dynamite advocacy and murder ties. John Redmond challenged the attack saying one man is a U S official and urged avoidance of false epithets. The speaker indicated truth of statements would be checked and Craig offered to provide proofs.
Pascal Mikolis, convict in the James Scott murder with George Mone, made a full confession today, jail officials and court interpreter Constantine Benos stated. The interpreter said Pascal admitted he had as much to do with the crime as Mone.
Advertisement claims a single day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails. EF. W. Grove's signature appears on each box. price listed as 25 cents.
Senator James F. Shaw seeks support from six Democratic members to block Republican State machine opposition and run his Senate presidency bid. Senator Treadway boasts 17 Republicans pledged while Shaw claims 18 ready to back him. Abbott predicts a likely deadlock as charges of corporate influence surface.
A. Paul Keith departed for New York and will stay at the St. James building until E. F. Albee, head of the United Booking Offices, recovers from injuries sustained in an Albany automobile accident on election day. Keith is set to act as general manager in Albee’s absence, reflecting close ties to the vaudeville network.
In Bryn Mawr Pennsylvania 11 year old Charles Curran died when a shotgun discharged accidentally in the hands of 15 year old Lawrence Knaphe. The weapon went off as a prowling cat disturbed rabbits.
A historical notice promotes Marine Eye Remedy as an eye tonic claimed to soothe and relieve eye ailments. The ad asserts rapid comfort and improved vision for users seeking relief from irritation and redness.
General Clarence Edwards attended a hearing where Secretary Wright urged limited free entry for Philippine sugar and tobacco. Lawmakers weighed beet and Cuban sugar impacts, with beet refiners and cane grower spokesmen arguing to keep or raise tariffs as the hearing continues tomorrow.
William Hoffer, a barber, was shaving a customer when he suddenly grew rigid and the razor slipped. The blade grazed the patron’s throat, leaving a slight cut over the jugular vein as Hoffer collapsed, having just been stricken with paralysis.
John Hall has trapped 22 foxes this season in Winsted. He keeps four raccoons and four foxes in an iron cage. The report mentions the largest fox seen in the area and another fox with a white foot.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a great kidney remedy for weak kidneys and related illnesses. It claims the kidneys purify blood and that a trial will convince, offering 50 cent and one dollar bottles and free sample by mail from Binghamton New York.
Advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies the blood and restores health by improving blood quality and strengthening organs. It is promoted as curing many ailments and preventing disease, with testimonials and instructions to take 100 doses for one dollar.
The Supreme Court of the United States denied Albert T. Patrick’s petition for a writ of habeas corpus. Patrick, a New York lawyer serving life in Sing Sing for the murder of millionaire William M. Rice, had sought relief from his incarceration.
Chicago reports on Alderman John J. Coughlin and his latest haberdashery creation a shirt described as wonderful drawing both congratulations and protests from observers. The image is noted as an actual photograph of the item.
The Bathhouse figure proclaims leadership in fashion while addressing public opinion. Coughlin is noted as a pet lover and animal advocate within the narrative.
In New York on November 16, observers waited for John D Rockefeller to testify in a government suit to dissolve a corporation for alleged anti trust violations. Rockefeller did not appear as subpoenas were issued for Rockefeller Archbold and Moffett to appear at the hearing led by Referee Franklin Ferriss.
William Bonewitz was attacked by a bull while digging a well in the pasture. After the animal left his son, who was at the bottom of the well, dug holes in the sides and climbed out with effort.
A gravel bank on the west side of the Erie Canal near the city line gave way this afternoon causing the canal level to drain into several Rochester streets and halting canal traffic throughout the area.
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