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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1899
Page
2
Readers are invited to apply for one month's medicine and treatment at the Almyr offices or via home treatment for $1 a month before October 7. The notice lists symptoms and cautions that catarrh is not a disease but a set of conditions affecting the head throat and bronchial tubes, and warns against a single treatment for all cases.
The Almyr Physicians tout a one week program at $1 per month for treating catarrhal and early stage consumption. They claim many patients have been cured or relieved from the shadow of consumption, stressing throat troubles and vitality as key factors and warning that lung involvement worsens disease.
The text describes symptoms of a lung illness including chills, night sweats, rapid pulse, weight loss, and periodic improvements after fresh colds. It warns that repeated colds allow disease to deepen into the lungs and that stomach discomfort can mask lung disease leading to wrong treatment and a hopeless prognosis.
The Hon. John J. Whipple's candidacy draws strong interest across Massachusetts. Legislators who served with him praise his executive and legislative experience, banking leadership, and Republican credentials, noting solid regional delegate support and state-wide goodwill boosting his chances.
At the Guild conference held at the American House on Saturday a long list of names was released as the new campaign committee for the convention. The roster includes Phen8 Draper Hopedale General Edgar R Champlin Cambrid Colonel Everett C Benton M Murray Boston and many others from Worcester Cambridge Boston and beyond.
The article argues catarrh precedes consumption and that treating catarrh early prevents lung disease. It claims all consumptives were catarrh sufferers, notes sores allow germs in, and likens untreated lung disease to a leg wound that cannot be fully healed once advanced. It touts clinic success in preventing lung disease by curing catarrh.
A newspaper notice invites people with catarrhal or lung trouble to visit Almyr offices before October 7 for treatment at $1 per month. Bring card, prescription, or evidence of past treatment to learn cause without cost, then pay $1 to continue treatment until cured.
In Newton the Republican state convention faced a dispute over how to count Guild and Bates delegates for Lieutenant Governor. A recount, aided by an outside legal opinion from General Champlin, changed three disputed ballots to elect the Guild delegates, prompting protest from Bates supporters who may contest the credential committee’s decisions.
Local Democrats clash over control of the council seat with Quirk and McNamara each leading factions. Ward lines give Quirk 114 votes to 106 for McNamara as delegates prep for permanent chair and a test of strength in Wesleyan Hall.
The Quincy Club of Ward 1 East Boston met at 262 Bennigton Street with many members present and endorsed General P. A. Colll for mayor along with Alderman Frederick W. Day for renomination and election to the board. The group will begin campaigning immediately as state politics are less relevant to their ward.
The trip to New York will depart via Albany and the Hudson River route and return on the Fall River line. The schedule fixes October 3 as the excursion date.
Promotional note promises Grove’s signature remedy grips two for relief with Bromo Quinine and laxative properties. Claims refund if it fails to cure.
The Massachusetts Republican convention at Music Hall will nominate for lieutenant governor with two candidates Bates and Guild. Delegates from Brockton Springfield and Lynn contest treasurer and auditor spots while resolutions confront Hoar Lodge imperialism and anti imperialist pressure.
A historical account traces General John W. Kimball's career from tax collector in Fitchburg to state auditor from 1891 to 1899. It notes his birth in 1888, multiple public posts, and emoluments totaling about $100,000, suggesting an extensive, enduring public service without evident injustice in retirement.
A fragment notes that the lieutenant governorship will create enough confusion for one convention, hinting at disruptive potential during proceedings.
A large crowd is expected at the American House Thursday night as the Republican State committee hosts a reception for delegates and dignitaries including Governor Wolcott, Lt. Governor Crane, Secretary Olin, and Attorney General Knowlton with music from a brass band. Rooms 60 to 64 and the lower hall at the head of the rear stairs are reserved for the committee, while various candidates for state treasurer set up headquarters in adjacent suites and parlors for the evening.
Ex Representative Harry Foster of Gloucester resists capitulating for Bates votes as he seeks the Senate seat against Charles O. Bailey. In caucuses near Gloucester Captain Gardner and Lodge’s faction hold the majority, but Foster remains firm against any bargains. He asserts solid Bates support, claims a few pledged delegates, and expects to win over several unpledged delegates.
The Boston and Albany railroad announces its annual New York excursion for Tuesday October 3. The trip goes Boston to Albany through the Berkshire Hills with autumn foliage. Return options: Adirondack or New York steamer to New York, or stay over to Thursday. Fare five dollars.
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