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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1905
Page
4
An advertisement extols Van Camp's Sterilized Cream as absolutely free of disease and souring germs. It describes strict health checks on cows, milkmen, stables, and water, plus sterilization by heat to destroy any remaining germs. It touts long shelf life, almond flavor, and pricing at 10 cents per tin or 48 tins for $4.50.
Angus Gillis an agent of John Hancock Life Insurance, residing at 627 Massachusetts avenue, was questioned by Chief Joseph Shaw Deputy Chief George Neal and State police about a man linked to the Winthrop mystery. He refused to discuss details saying the matter has no connection to the suitcase affair and left with officers heading toward a hunt for the suspect.
State officers tighten focus on a dress suitcase case after informants point to a photo of a man suspected by Lawyer Read. Pawnbrokers and a cab driver reported sightings of the purchaser, but Detective Smith found the doctor named by Read had not been in the city for months.
Italian contractor Michael Marcane and suspect Salvatore Picona appeared in court after a kidnapper’s letter raised the ransom to $5000. Detectives watched as the father received the note dated October 1 from a Brooklyn sub-post office, while Picona was held on suspicion of knowing the boy’s whereabouts.
A Great Northern overland train out of Seattle was halted near Ballard after a baggage and express car were dynamited. Two boys who boarded the baggage car attempted to rob passengers but were captured. Express messenger Charles Anderson was slightly injured. robbers fled with the safe contents. Authorities report two men wore train coats and slouch hats during the holdup.
A faded English flyer records a diaristic plea from Little Mary about harsh medical advice on diet. The voice critiques heavy meals and urges gentler fare with fruit, Grape-Nuts, cream, soft boiled eggs, toast, and Postum to ease ailing digestion and liver strain.
In Southbridge, Winfred A. Houghton dislocated his shoulder when thrown from a bicycle. While ether was prepared by his surgeon, he refused anesthesia, struggled, and, with a mighty effort, slipped from a couch and reset the shoulder himself, saying he might not have awakened had he taken the ether.
The Boston Young Men's Congress meets tonight at Ballou Hall 80 West Street to organize for the year. Norman C. McNaughton of Elder Whitman is expected to be chosen speaker. The non partisan group invites public attendance and debate on municipal state and national topics. The October 17 banquet at Quincy House will feature Curtis Guild Jr and Samuel J Hitler.
The Hon. Warren W. Rawson of Arlington was renominated by acclamation by the Republicans of the third councilor district at their councillor convention yesterday afternoon.
Post reporters and boatmen scoured Deer Island Lovell's and Gallup's Islands in dense fog for a suitcase sighted by Captain Ned Evans of the tug Confidence. Despite five hours of shoreline and breakwater searches, no case was found and investigators expect it may rest on an outer island along the tides.
Chief Inspector Watts and Captain Dugan call the morning paper’s claim of a photo based identification in a suit case suspect utterly unfounded. Pawnbroker Joseph Berkman and Ruben with two others deny seeing a photo or being asked to identify. Police inspectors say they had no role and Berkman blasts the published interviews as pure invention.
State police say they are nearing a solution with Detectives Smith and Rhoades scouring the city for evidence. Acquaintances are being questioned and an alleged accomplice is believed to be nearby. Pawnbroker Berkman and Cadman Howard are to confront a suspect today as officers press the case.
Charles Thayer 82 left St. Vincent Hospital with his sight restored. He had been blind from cataracts in both eyes and had no hope of recovery. A March cataract removal and a September 12 operation led to his return home able to see.
An advertising notice touts Liquozone as a powerful germicide and tonic. It claims the first bottle is free in every disease, with a two month test offered at no cost, and lists illnesses said to respond including asthma, anemia, influenza, cancer, and many others. It asserts the product is made from gases and is harmless to the body while eradicating disease germs.
Acting Mayor Whelton led the Daniel A. Whelton Outing Club on its first annual sea trip aboard the Vigilant from Long wharf. The Board of Aldermen, minus four members, joined for the outing with fishing off Marblehead producing many catches including large bass and swordfish amid a brisk Atlantic voyage.
The Newton MA Police Association chose Patrolman Robert Harrison as president at its annual meeting in West Newton on Oct 3. Patrolman W H Dolan was named vice president C H Tainter secretary and A S Kimball treasurer Delegates were named for the state convention in Lynn Oct 11 and 12.
The Milton Pultz couple from Poughkeepsie celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at 77 Lakewood Road, Newton Highlands. He is 80 and she 78, with many friends calling to extend congratulations.
The schooner Sarah A Reed from New York to Calais with coal ran aground on Fisherman's Island in fog near Jonesport Maine. She is considered a total loss. built at Calais in 1866, 100 feet long and 26 feet beam. Captain Cole and the crew escaped in small boats after the collision.
The railroad commissioners report on the Worcester and Southbridge street railway wreck in Charlton dated Sept. 5 finds that life and limb were sacrificed to reckless speed. They describe loss of life and serious injuries as the result of almost wanton disregard of common precaution.
An advertisement touts Dr. Greene's Nervara blood and nerve remedy as a cure for hysteria and nervous disorders. It features a testimonial from Mrs. Netti Richards Berry of South Livermore Maine who claims relief after using the medicine. The ad invites free consultation at Dr. Greene's office in Boston with promises of cures for thousands of sufferers.
Attorneys for Royal Arcanum members file to have Insurance Commissioner Cutting investigate the Supreme Council faction's Atlantic City actions. They claim the corporation exceeded powers and violated provisions and seek authority for appearance and evidence. Commissioner's action expected upon return.
A special Rumford Council committee advises members to protest October assessments by refusing options and paying the same amount to stay within legal rights. Protest blanks will be provided and used monthly until rates are settled. A council meeting next Monday will review the plan and its implications.
Swampscott October 3 The will of Mrs. Jennie P Chase leaving 1 000 000 to adopted son Woodruff Chase and Leonard Phillips faces possible contest by relatives The dispute centers on whether the heirs or legal issue should receive the fortune District Attorney Peters undecided on calling for an inquest pending Whitney report Chief Harris holds substantial testimony given to Peters in a long conference
Montpelier Vermont citizens mark the state capital centennial with events from morning band concerts to a noon salute from Seminary Hill by Norwich University cadets. The program includes a military parade, civic procession, and a legislative reunion at Armory Hall, with Governor Bell and Rear Admiral Clark among expected guests.
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