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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1901
Page
4
An advertising claim asserts Omega Oil cures sprains, strains, or bruises quickly. It touts rapid rubbing and higher usage as shortening recovery by a week, suggesting wage savings from returning to work sooner and urging readers to request it via their druggist or wholesale dealer.
Eight year old Peter Fallo from Brooklyn owed his life and use of limbs to Helen Miller Gould who funded his cure for infantile paralysis. He received care at Woodycrest in Irvington and the Albany Post road State Hospital in Tarrytown with a private room and nurse. Surgeons say braces helped him walk and improve daily, and they expect a full cure thanks to Miss Gould’s generosity and medical care.
Demetrio Bagni was held for the grand jury in Plymouth after a hearing before Judge Davis on the October 22 murder of Mrs. Lizzie Ferroli. Prosecution presented circumstantial evidence and multiple witnesses including the discovery of the body on the beach and Bagni’s movements that night.
London reports both pro Bullerites and Pro-Boers warn of possible anti government agitation at Hyde Park protest. The Standard semi-officially urges General Buller to curb partisans excesses or risk government disclosures provoking revulsion. It notes General White’s initial doubt over Buller heliogram then defied it upon repetition.
The Managers' Association of Burlesque Theatres of the Eastern circuit is formed to protect against vulgar travelling shows and to promote mutual benevolence. Representatives from New York Philadelphia and other eastern cities attended. Officers include President George J. Kraus and Vice President John G. German. About 9 percent of eligible managers east of Pittsburg have joined.
The Board of Election Commissioners will decide if Aldermen Patrick Bowen and Michael W Norris should appear on the official ballot amid a protest by John J Dowling a Republican candidate for Wards 7 9 and 13 alleging caucus votes were not counted. The hearing follows objections to Samuel R Mirandi and includes an unlawful registration protest by Jesse M Gove William W Campbell and Isaac F Paul with ten cases to be heard starting Monday at 10 o'clock Witnesses Verney Ward 18 and Cahill Ward 1 will be called.
General Leon A Wood, Military Governor of Cuba, arrives in Washington with Mrs Wood and Lt Cols for talks with the President and the War Secretary on Cuba affairs. He has recently toured Cuba to assess conditions and will press for lower United States duties on sugar and tobacco to aid financial rehabilitation and self support under protection.
Rome November 29. Much excitement in Roman society over Count Camillo Pecci nephew of the Pope at a Thanksgiving reception by George and Meyer, U S ambassador to Italy. It marks the first time a Pontiff relative attended a ceremony by a foreign representative. Pecci's Cuban wife is noted but not deemed an explanation for the event.
Boston shoppers are drawn to a sweeping sale at the 20th Century Dept. Stores, with discounts from 83 to 35 percent on menswear. Suits, overcoats, pants, and hats are deeply cut, featuring brands from Boston Rochester and New York. The ad promises refunds within 15 days and offers mail orders with cash-on-delivery options.
Prominent Cambridge Democrats examine municipal nomination papers and may protest Mayor Dickinson candidacy over signatures exceeding legal limits. A Library Hall meeting drew about 120 attendees as questions arise about double endorsements for Alderman Bird. Protests must be filed by 5 p.m. for ballot law commissioners to rule on signatures and indorsements.
Dr George H Whittemore a Salem dentist with Hotel Pelham offices was illegally arrested on Sept 30 and later discharged. Judge Newburger sustained a demurrer and dismissed the New York grand jury indictment, affirming the doctor’s innocence and lack of crime even if all allegations were true.
Mayor elect Low names Colonel John N. Partridge as police commissioner to succeed Michael Murphy. Partridge vows a conservative, politics-free department with merit promotions and no wardmen. Murphy lauds Partridge as fair and capable based on his Brooklyn record.
Warns that any trace of kidney disease requires testing and introduces Warner's Safe Cure as an alleged absolute cure. Claims various ailments stem from kidneys and endorses a free trial bottle by mail with accompanying medical booklet. Ads note price, availability, and a long history of use in hospitals and by doctors.
Wellesley, Nov. 2. The college’s golf club girls will stage The Rivals in The Barn, trading kilts for period costumes. Tickets range 15 to 35 cents for women. men’s attendance is not noted. Strong local interest stems from golf club rivalries and the lure of a winter stage debut.
District Attorney Philbin endorses the choice of a successor as Devery plans to retire under a pension once the new administration takes office. Possible replacements include Frank Moss and John McCullagh, current commissioner of elections and former police chief. Colonel Partridge, Seth Lowan and ally of the Mayor-elect, is state superintendent of public works, aged 64 but looks younger. he stays fit by horseback riding.
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