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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1904
Page
2
Reading Pennsylvania March 15 1904 a letter-testimony praises Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey for aiding digestion and nerves. Johann Arnold, age 103, reports improved appetite digestion and stamina after using the product stating it agrees with his stomach and provides mild stimulation beneficial to the aged.
A long tribute by Pennsylvania's oldest citizen Mr. Arnold extols Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as life extending and vital for memory and health. The ad touts its purity no fusel oil and government recognition as a medicine. It urges regular use for vigor, with a medical booklet offered free and bottles sold for $1.00.
Denver reports reveal a sequence surrounding railroad man Charles A. Parker. Elsie Gesterling, 23, killed herself after Parker’s infatuation triggered the ruin of his home. Parker may have killed himself amid scandal. his wife and 18 year old son Harry died by suicide or mystery, and Gesterling followed hours after Parker’s funeral.
In Philadelphia 1259 divorce suits were filed, over 100 more than the prior year, with 637 divorces granted. Since 1901 divorces have risen by about 100 annually. Explanations cite moral decline and easier access to divorce in this city versus the East, as lawyers note the ease and cheapness of obtaining divorces here.
A note from Prof. R. Og. Blackburn cancels invitations to his dancing school in Kittanning Pennsylvania on November 21 and prompts protests from daughters, fathers, and brothers among the town’s leading families who seek explanations for the strictly business refusal.
The Boston Post offers two thousand dollars in gold for the correct solutions or nearest correct solutions of the proverb series. One illustrated proverb will be printed each morning in the Daily Post and two illustrated proverbs each Sunday in the Sunday Post.
The new scallop field provides employment for about 3000 people. Many boats gather daily near Bass River loading scallops by nets or dredging. Scarcity elsewhere drives strong markets with prices around 1.40 per gallon, expected to rise to 1.50 this week.
The Grand Duke of Hesse, divorced from Princess Victoria of Saxe Coburg in 1901, is officially betrothed to Princess Eleanor of Solms Hohensolms Lich. The Meantime notice appears from Darmstadt Germany dated November 21.
In Waltham a large crowd gathered as Archbishop Williams consecrated new marble altars at St Marys Catholic Church. The ceremony was assisted by Fathers Brosnahan Daley Regan and Foley with many priests from the diocese in attendance.
Special announcement states the last Proverb Problem in the contest will be No 82 in the Sunday Post of December 18. Contestants may submit until 6 p m on Saturday December 31. No late lists accepted. Mail in prepaid postage as required.
The Boston Post announces contest conditions for Proverb Picture coupons printed with each proverb. One answer per coupon, submit by Dec 31, 6 p.m., in separate envelopes. Mail to Proverb Editor Boston Mass. duplicate answers allowed. book of proverbs offered for 25 cents. editor reserves right to change terms.
The Proverb Editor clarifies that typewritten, ink, or pencil answers are equally acceptable if legible. Neatness and correct order matter. duplicates mean multiple answers to the same proverb, not identical repeats. Set answers in numerical order, in one envelope, and note No 36 can be changed to 87 due to a printing error.
The coal laden barge George R. Stetson, towed by the Boxer from Philadelphia, collided with the three masted schooner Rodney Parker anchored nearby. The impact damaged the Parker and its yawl boat. schooner damage estimated at about $500. The barge captain blamed an ineffective anchor, while Parker’s captain recalled earlier storm damage to his vessel.
Scituate officials recovered a board bearing the name Nokomis found by surfmen, fueling speculation it belonged to the missing fishing vessel that ashore Thursday with no sign of life. The Gloucester fishing boat Nokomis may be involved, though others with the same name exist in nearby regions.
Notable education and philanthropy leaders gather at the Jamaica Plain home for the funeral of Mrs Ednah Dow Cheney held yesterday afternoon. Dole conducts a scriptural service with tributes and prayers, no music, followed by interment in South Manchester Conn. tomorrow.
A large Charitable Irish Society gathering convened at Young's Hotel with W. T. A. Fitzgerald presiding. New members Dr. Alwyn F. Rose and William J. Fitzgerald joined, and resolutions honoring Joseph P. Flatley Deputy Sheriff Francis Martin and James J. Costello were presented. Michael T. Callahan hosted a humorous finale before Thomas A. Mullen spoke on Literary Studies and the National Revival in Ireland.
An organization of boys aged 14 to 17 was formed last evening at a room on Irving street chosen as the meeting place. Officers elected include President Oscar F. LaBeau Jr, Vice-President Edwin F. Fay, Secretary D. D. Hogan, and Treasurer Edward M. Kelley. The group aims at physical improvement and promoting athletic sports among members.
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