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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1912
Page
7
An old advertising feature touts Syrup of Figs as the ideal laxative for kids and adults. It claims gentle cleansing of stomach liver and bowels without nausea or griping and urges mothers to keep the product on hand. The label references Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna by the California Fig Syrup Co.
A Manhattan reader from 743 Third Ave credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with curing twenty years of dandruff after repeated failures. The testimonial notes cleansing shampoo use and daily brushing, plus a pimples treatment involving ointment then soap wash. Samples and mail order details included.
Musterole advertising promotes easy neuralgia relief with mustard oil ointment. The ad claims quick relief for sore throats bronchitis croup stiff neck asthma congestion rheumatism lumbago and other pains. Available in 25c 50c jars and a hospital size for 2.50 with mail orders to Cleveland Ohio.
Article discusses thin individuals at risk due to low reserve strength and nerve power. Claims 3 grain hypo-nuclane tablets increase white and red blood cells and weight, with directions to take for several months. Mentions future Science and Progress page with more inventions and devices.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra performed in Melrose to a three-quarters full Jarga auditorium despite a storm. Aline Von Barentzen, 17, received a standing ovation after soloing with the orchestra, and Melrose’s Elena Kirmes offered vocal numbers. The new building impressed with fine acoustics and plush curtains, while Mayor French and city officials observed from one box.
Natick High defeated Framingham High 34 to 0 at Sunnyside Park yesterday morning. Welch starred with five touchdowns and four goals as Natick dominated four quarters. Butler and Simonds added scores, with McLaughlin, Callaghan, Silva and others among the lineup. Attendance was 2000.
An advertisement touts Poslam for eczema acne and other skin afflictions with claims of quick itching relief and healing. It promotes Poslam Soap as antiseptic and soothing and notes prices and a free sample offer from Emergency Laboratories in New York.
Dr Frederick L Bogan of Dorchester and the Back Bay is reportedly almost certain to run for the Maine School Board, with nomination papers circulating and allies predicting victory. Other candidates include Isaac Harris, Miss Frances G Curtis, and rumors deny a run by Dr David Scannell. The dead Jacobson case in New Sweden draws indictments against three family members, with Emilius Jacobson and associates under scrutiny as investigations unfold.
A Boston Daily Post advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as the best remedy for kidney complaints. It cites back pain frequent urination and other symptoms and promotes free sample bottles and a mailed information book from Kilmer Co of Binghamton New York.
Houston reports Charles M. Emilius pastor of the New Sweden Lutheran Church, along with his mother-in-law Mrs. Mary Jacobson and brother-in-law Edgar Jacobson, is accused in the 1911 murder of C. Augustus Jacobson. Investigators find Emilius never officially ordained, only a student preacher. Trial expected to start soon in Houston.
Unidentified woman about 40 washed ashore near Youngstown Niagara Falls, likely Mrs. George Fitch of Windsor Locks Conn who disappeared in the river on September 26. Police say the bodies may match.
Inmates at the Home for Jewish Children on Canterbury street enjoyed a Thanksgiving turkey dinner with unlimited ice cream for supper, sharing in the festive atmosphere.
The advertisement proclaims Ascatco as a constitutional remedy for asthma and related respiratory issues. It claims thousands cured after long years of suffering and details a simple regimen of seven drops twice daily in water. Availability is noted at Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores with trial treatment free upon request.
National State and county officials and the Pennsylvania railroad probe the cause of the Glen Loch wreck that derailed the Cincinnati express last night. Four men died and more than fifty passengers were injured. Wolfe Londoner, Denver pioneer and former mayor, died in Denver last Saturday. He was born July 4 1841 in New York and helped build Denver. His daughter is Mrs John Corning and his son Herman Londoner lives in Boston.
Four identified victims Howard I. Baldwin Edwin R. Jones L D Finley and James Collins from Pittsburgh and Flatbush. coroner to hold inquest. Most injured sent home after hospital checks. four remain critical including Mary Hindnutt and Ruth Hudnutt of New York Archibald Read Jones and Albert S Walters. Harrisburg marshal cites sagging bridge girder as likely cause. state railroad and ICC investigations planned.
Madison, Wis, November 28. Of four amendments on the November 5 ballot three carried. Woman suffrage failed. Official total shows 135,546 in favor and 227,024 against.
William Queal of Alexandria Bay defeated Finnish runner William Kohlemainen in a 1½ mile race at Warntown. Queal led from the sixth mile and finished in 53 minutes 9 seconds.
An American identified as William Mason of New York City was arrested in Lausanne on charges of defrauding hotels across Switzerland. Police say he faced similar charges in London in 1906, with relatives reportedly paying the accounts. They believe Mason is an assumed name and that he belongs to a prominent American family.
An anti patent medicine notice warns that cough syrups often contain opiates and drugs that dull healing processes. It endorses a homemade remedy mixing glycerine whiskey and Virgin Oil of Pine, taken every four hours, claiming quick relief and noting Virgin Oil of Pine is available from druggists in sealed vials labeled The Leach Chemical Co. Cincinnati.
Mrs. Katherine Birmingham, 38, of 9 Winthrop Court Medford was found dead at home by Chief William G. Ewell. Her husband Thomas Birmingham is under arrest awaiting autopsy by Medical Examiner Thomas Durrell. Police say she refused food for three days and died from exposure with a bruised nose and no other marks of violence. The couple has two children. the body was taken to the undertaker.
In Wells Maine the body of 48 year old farmer Joshua A Littlefield was found in a pasture. He had been missing from Wells since Monday and was believed to have wandered after returning from Dover New Hampshire. Search parties had sought him since Tuesday morning.
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