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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1899
Page
9
A testimonial from Indian Creek Pa describes Omega Oil curing long standing rheumatism and swelling in a mother’s limbs. The ad touts outside use only and claims relief from rheumatism neuralgia throat and chest troubles without swallowing drugs.
R G Dun Weekly Review reports large sterling loans and Treasury bond purchases easing stock market strings. Leather prices rise while iron and steel demand remains weak. wool sales surge and exports hit record levels with a strong 9 month net gain across the railroads.
Bradstreet's notes continued high activity in general trades and industry for the season with firm overall prices and strength in textiles, cereals, hides, and leather. Pork, raw cotton, and tin ease slightly while wool and coal demand rise, and reports speak of wage demands, low wool stocks, coal shortages, and large steel and rail orders amid ongoing market volatility.
George Harvey Chickering, 70, Milton resident and last surviving male of the original Chickering pianoforte family, died yesterday. Born in Boston, he worked at the bench, led the Chickering Club, and later fostered amateur photography while living quietly at his Milton home. Survived by his second wife and two married daughters. first wife Ball was sister of sculptor Thomas Ball.
A historic ad claims the American Nervine Tonic permanently cures stomach diseases and indigestion with the first dose. It promises rapid relief and reliable results for long sufferers, urging purchase from GHY Coodwin Co. in Boston.
In Somerville with a new city charter, James F Reynolds of Belmont street has been urged to run for Ward 6 alderman. A Boston insurance broker for about ten years, he backs street and sidewalk improvements and led a bid to create a public park from the old Franklin School lot. The Ward 6 voters in the lower area seek representation after years without a local representative.
The To le wis changes in the time schedules of the land division of the New York Haven and Hartford railroad begin Monday July 20. Trains depart Boston terminal Shinn for Pascoag at 3 35 PM with several stops including Cook Higat Bs fi Needham River Street flag Medford and Millis. A Boston Needham train departs at 10 46 PM with adjustments on Saturdays.
In Malden Massachusetts James Lam 34 and Armie Fusk 35 faced a fatal confrontation with Angelo Minetti 25 a bootblack at the depot. Minetti shot Lam and Fusk is dying at the Malden Hospital. Minetti fled toward Boston likely heading to the North End.
Andrew H. Musgrave of Cambridge was found guilty of manslaughter in the killing of his wife after a two day trial at East Cambridge. The jury returned a verdict at 2 30 following closing arguments by Linwood Pratt and District Attorney Wier. Judge Bond charged the jury and sentence likely awaits further action.
James McChristal of Beachmont sues Sergeant Fred S Sackett of the Revere police in Superior Court for damages alleging false arrest assault and malicious persecution. Plaintiff injured December 21 1898 after a crowded streetcar incident en route home.
In a depot assault, Minetti fired on Fulk and Fusk after a dispute over winnings. Fulk and Fusk were seriously wounded, with Fusk later dying at Malden Hospital. The violence stemmed from a card game dispute and planned travel to Italy. A bystander Michael Truleo was struck in the heel.
Mary Sanders to perform in Little Nell at Tremont Theatre January 22 and 29 1900. Numerous casts and engagements fill Boston theatres with Irving Terry and Sardou Robespierre at the Hours and other attractions across Bowdoin and Keith venues. Daniel Edeson and others cancel tours for London.
Sunday notices list numerous churches across Roxbury and Boston with times for worship and sermons. Notable speakers include Rev. J. J. Dunlop, Rev. Robert D. Graham, Dr. Lori mer, and Dr. Pickles with varied topics from creation to modern history, plus choir and temperance program details.
The Old Boston street festival closed last night after a successful run since Wednesday. Many visitors viewed the historical displays and purchased sale items. The Second Church ladies organized the event with strong financial results aiding their fundraising goal. The finale echoed Thursday with old time songs by the Boston Village Choir and a minuet by costumed dancers, with Miss Hawkins as accompanist.
The trial of Mary Cannan, indicted for alleged cruelty to children at the Catholic home on 300 Eustis Street, is to begin Wednesday next. She remains in City Jail unable to post bail.
An advertisement claims instant relief and permanent cure for itching piles using Dean’s Ointment sold at drug stores for 50 cents.
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