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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
8
The scout cruiser Chester, after a week at sea testing rough weather behavior, returned to Newport today. Commander Henry B. Wilson said the voyage involved no incidents beyond the regular routine.
Miss Angie M. Annis a milliner was found dead in her home at 184 Middle Street New Bedford the death as reported by Medical Examiner Hough was an accidental asphyxiation by illuminating gas Miss Annis a native of Colebrook New Hampshire
Deadwood South Dakota reports a dramatic rescue as John Tinden escaped a buck attack by grabbing its horns. The incident mirrors a perilous moment from the story Quo Vadis, underscoring a near fatal confrontation in town.
Harvard cross country team left Harvard Square at 3 15 PM bound for South Station then boarded the Fall River boat train to travel to the intercollegiate championships where Princeton is set to compete.
California and Florida fruit growers urged higher protection as Congress shapes a tariff bill. The Ways and Means Committee heard testimony while crates of lemons oranges grapefruit prunes and other fruits filled the ante room for inspection.
New York lemon and orange dealers urged a free list for lemons while Portland hop growers and San Francisco raisin and currant advocates sought protection. Other speakers defended salt duties and olives tariffs, with Porto Rico calling for five cent coffee duty amid claims of poverty and protected crops.
A health note on stomach digestion warns of poor tools caused by unhealthy choices and explains how gastric juice misbalance damages the stomach. Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claim to restore alkaline balance, ease irritation, aid digestion, and vouch for wide physician use. trial packages are offered from F. A. Stuart Co. Marshall Mich.
John D. Rockefeller details Standard Oil transactions from 1878 to 1883 including purchases of Long Island Refining, Devoe, and Pratt interests. He explains stock trust structures, rail and pipeline relations, and how pooling contracts aimed to stabilize oil shipments and rates across lines.
Wolf's corner Hanover and Portland streets announces a rare season start sale. Owner Mr. Wolf states he buys low and sells low, offering men’s winter suits and overcoats at a full third off regular prices starting Friday morning.
Lloyd Coughanour of Jacob's Creek is hospitalized at Mercy Hospital after being bitten by a raccoon that had been bitten by a stray dog. He is receiving Pasteur treatment for rabies.
Yesterday the Dorchester register recorded an ancient deed drawn in 1727 by Obadiah Swift conveying a wood lot to John Robinson. The yellowed paper, preserved as an heirloom, was filed by Charles A. Ufford who inherited it from an elder relative.
Advertisement urges sufferers of all kidney ailments to try Munyon's Kidney Remedy. Claims quick back and side pain relief, reduced swelling, and restored color and vigor after a few doses. Warns of symptoms like thick urine and frequent urination and promises refunds if not satisfied. Sold by druggists for 5 cents.
A large class of 380 or more candidates will be initiated into St. Augustine's Court of the Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters in South Boston on Monday evening December 7. The staff will oversee the first public initiation. A Ware ceremony for All Saints' Court follows on Sunday afternoon. St Boniface Court marks its 12th anniversary next Wednesday in Deacon Hall. Columbus Court hosts a dancing party next Monday at St. Ross Hall Worcester Street.
The Orrine Co offers a two form cure for the drink habit with a money back guarantee. No. 1 powder and No. 2 pills claim to cure addiction and can be hidden in food or drink. Priced at $1 per box, available by mail from Washington DC and sold by Riker-Jaynes stores.
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