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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1906
Page
3
A local store promotes trimmed hats as the season’s best selection with large business and frequent savings on every hat. The ad claims richer, more beautiful styles than elsewhere and invites comparisons of style, quality, and price.
Analysis by Dr. Harrington for the State Board of Health, on bread and flour supplied by Isaac Isaacs, indictment clerk for Suffolk, found the bread mouldy but cited no adulteration in the flour. District Attorney Moran received the samples, and the case is closed with the report noting mouldy bread.
J R Kempton a brakeman on a freight train was trapped as his foot became caught in a frog and he could not free it. He was struck by the train this morning. The deceased is said to have resided in Charlestown.
Delegates from more than 30 nations converge on Boston for the World’s Woman’s Christian Temperance Union convention at Tremont Temple starting October 17. Notables include Britain’s 30,000-member WCTU, Japan’s Mrs Yajima, Finland’s Mrs Alli Trigg Helenius, and America’s Frances J. Barnes. delegates plan to present a bell to Lady Henry Somerset.
The advertisement urges Hyomei as a fall remedy for catarrh offering a $1 outfit and 50 cent refills. It promises a stomach free treatment by inhaled medicated air and a money back guarantee if not cured. Readers can request a symptom form and free expert advice. The R. T. Booth Co. of Buffalo markets the product.
Miss Anna Wilson, 39, daughter of Dr. B. B. Wilson of Philadelphia, drowned after a canoe trip on the Housatonic River near Stockbridge. Her sister found the canoe tied to the bank and Miss Wilson missing as river searchers recovered her body in 15 feet of water. Medical examiner to decide if accidental death. friends believe no self harm motive.
At the Parker House last evening a clash between Congressman McNary and ex Senator McIsaac of South Boston erupted after a debate at the Democratic convention. McNary was struck and hurled through a cafe glass door. several others joined in a general mixup before all were escorted out. No arrests were made and the injuries were treated by an inn-town surgeon.
Up to late last night the British steamer Edenhall, long overdue from Progreso Mexico, had not been heard of at this port. Grave fears for the 30 crew and vessel safety. it is believed she foundered or suffered engine failure and seeks the nearest port under sail. Her cargo of 7000 bales sisal, value about 200000 dollars, is insured and consigned to Henry W Peabody & Co.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Catholic Club held a reception at the Tech Union for new members. Father McCarty spoke on duties to church and school, while A. Pape, president, announced officers for the year.
Frank J. Gethro a Ward 9 representative expelled from the last Legislature was seen in District Attorney Moran's office early yesterday morning. The encounter occurred shortly before the term closed as Gethro pressed for discussion on pending matter.
The dismembered body of a male child was found in a trunk in the storeroom of the Young Women's Christian Association building at Eighteenth and Arch streets. Detectives believe the child was not killed in the building. The discovery was made by Miss Elizabeth Smart and Mrs. Josephine Gannon, who alerted coroner Jermon and Captain Donaghy.
Patrick Howley, indicted for killing his son in North Beverly on June 10, attempted to cut his throat with broken glass in a Salem street jail cell this forenoon. His wounds were described as slight after the self harm attempt.
There were not enough council members present to make a quorum for the regular meeting last evening. Only 23 attended of the required 38, so President Barlow adjourned the session after a point of order about no quorum was raised.
Joseph A. Dennison ex assistant district attorney visited Mr. Moran and stated he has nothing more to add about his resignation. He said the relation with Moran is excellent and he remains enthusiastic about Moran’s candidacy for Governor of Massachusetts.
Police sought Patrick J. Doherty alias Tumbler on a charge of attempting to brain a patrolman with a brick. The South End resident, known as Tumbl er, was captured after a half hour battle at East Canton Street that drew a crowd of hundreds following a September 22 assault warrant. Patrolman Buckley confronted Doherty last evening. a violent struggle left both men injured.
The Board of Registration in Pharmacy is organized by electing Fred A. Hubbard of Newton Massachusetts as president and William F. Sawyer of Boston as secretary. Other members include Dr A A Lamson of Hopedale Charles N Swift of Brockton and Ernest O Engstrom of Pittsfield who recently became a governor appointee and took his seat.
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