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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1913
Page
8
In Boulogne on October 1, French authorities granted Lieutenant Steffan permission to depart France with his aircraft. He arrived by air near Boulogne on September 9, dismantled the plane, then left by rail. He thanked officials, saying he did not intend to fly over French territory but was blown off course.
Advertisers tout Sargol as a weight gain solution with testimonials from F. Gagnon, W. D. Roberts, D. Martin, and J. Meier claiming 10 to 22 pounds gained in weeks. The copy argues thin folks lack assimilation and that one tablet with meals helps convert food into flesh and energy.
Advertises a free 56 cent box of Sargol claiming it will help underweight readers gain weight. Readers send 10 cents or stamps to H. W. Everett of The Sargel Co. in Binghamton New York, with a coupon, to receive a full size 50 cent package by return mail.
A promotional coupon offers a 50 cent package of Sargel Flesh Builder with 10 cents included for postage. Mail the coupon with your name and address to H W Everett at 36 K Herald Building, Binghamton, NY, to receive the product by return post.
Disaffection among Democratic Senators that stalled final action on the tariff bill eased after a heated caucus. Tonight the caucus approved the bill as reported by the conference committee of the House and Senate, though six Democrats voted against the report.
The caucus votes to drop the cotton futures tax provision and leaves the issue for later. Senators Simmons and Reed clash over amendments as the conference report faces final approval with a 33 to 6 vote in favor of accepting the report. Democrats back the Clarke amendment while opposing the Underwood substitute as the tariff bill moves toward the president.
The New England Industrial and Educational Exposition, slated for this month at the Mechanics Building, Huntington avenue, has been postponed for a year due to unknown tariff law impacts. James A. McKibben of the Boston Chamber of Commerce says the event is not abandoned and may be held next fall if a suitable building is secured, with a substitute planned if needed.
President Wood of the American Woolen Company says free wool has value for cloth manufacturers and that the company can compete with foreign makers. He notes the Underwood tariff bill is not ideal but unavoidable and warns mills of fine fancy goods face tougher times due to congressional delays.
An attorney advertises services related to the income tax provision of the Underwood Simmons Tariff Bill. S. Wise of 20 Broad Street, New York invites inquiries about advisory and payment arrangements.
Wilmington reports a plan to bar author Upton Sinclair and his new wife from the Arden colony near the city. Frank Stevens, colony trustee president, met the Sinclairs in New York to urge they stay away, citing social disputes and Sinclair’s notoriety and past escapades.
Miss Marion Waldron daughter of Charles Waldron of Hyde Park married Morton Ridgway Alden last night at Hyde Park Baptist Church. Rev Guy C. Lamson and Rev William Reid assisted in the ceremony.
Five people died when flames swept the business section of New Haven early today. The victims were the wife three children and sister of James Devers trapped in Devers hotel. Loss from the blaze and several buildings destroyed was about 50 000 dollars.
J W Church writes a compelling piece for the upcoming Post Magazine issue. The story is billed as among the strongest in months and urged readers not to miss it.
An advertisement urges use of Jad Salts to flush and stimulate kidneys when aches appear. It claims cleansing prevents backache, bladder disorders, headaches, and liver issues, noting the beverage is a harmless effervescent made from grape and lemon acids with lithia.
Advert says New Way Corn Cure SETS-17 offers fast, sure relief for corns claiming unmatched effectiveness. The copy touts a novel approach and urges readers to try the product.
Former President William Howard Taft will attend the dedication of the Grover Cleveland memorial tower on October 22 at Princeton University. The same day the graduate college is to open. President Wilson and former President Roosevelt sent regrets in letters to President Hibben.
Miltiadés Kutsumekos of Lowell was sentenced to two years in Charlestown State prison by Judge Bingham after conviction under the white slave law. He was arrested in Lowell in August on a complaint by Special Agent Frederick Schmid for bringing Ethel Hights from Nashua New Hampshire to Lowell for immoral purposes.
Philadelphia October 1. The New Hotel Vendig allows women to smoke after dinner. Maître d hôtel John Carl Sellmar said he surveyed hotels in other cities and consulted prominent local women before implementing the rule to meet demand.
Brockton police arrest Hyman Brassman a 42 year old tailor of 157 Warren Avenue for allegedly stealing a gold watch from the body of Julia Weinberg late proprietor of the Hotel Lenox found in the basement area where Brassman ran a tailoring shop. Mrs Weinberg died Friday.
An afternoon incident near a hotel describes Brass as among the first to reach a woman who lay unconscious in the lobby, prompting swift aid and concern from bystanders.
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