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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1899
Page
2
A long pitch extols a $1 rate for general treatment while clarifying it excludes the Deafness Discovery. It asserts the McCoy Powell method treats inner ear disease, cures many with head noises, and claims to be among the first to declare Deafness a treatable disease.
Patients may receive treatment for deafness at $1 per month for one week. The ad stresses that deafness is a disease and promises cures through four years of trial. Bring card or prescription to Almyr offices by October 14 to begin treatment for $1.
The notice lists office hours for Doctors J Cresap McCoy and J R Powell from 9 AM to 12, 1 PM to 5, 6 to 8 PM daily and Sundays 10 AM to 2 PM. If unable to visit, write for a consultation sheet and diagnosis blank. distant patients paying $1 with their application receive the rate privilege.
Boston riders faced rain and east wind as the Richmond Island Associates and Rough Riders clubs completed centuries to Newburyport and Providence. W. C. Potter led the Richmond Island event, clocking 65 hours 42 minutes unpaced with pace supplied by the McWilliams quad and Voge-Nissen tandem. Several riders completed the routes, with meals and rest breaks noted for the century pluggers. Minor injuries included a wrist sprain for Meers and a smashed wheel for Miller.
The Unity C C plans a half century event at Acton Tent next Sunday weather permitting. A Cooper Kramer sprint showcase may lead to an indoor or outdoor season to crown America’s best sprinter. Foreign riders like Jamer, Champion, Taylor visit. C Stery targets the Norwood 200 mile record after an injury return, while Crescent Park races were canceled by bad weather.
Fire lit on the steamer John Brooks on Apple Island drew crowds to Boston Harbor as Captain James A Doherty led a dramatic rescue search and unearthed a souvenir from a July 12 1893 Boston Post. The burning vessel, condemned for junk, was set alight for a Boston camping club event with the ship later collapsing into ashes.
London reports show full government mobilization amid South African tensions. Parliament readied, reserves issued coupon tickets and three shillings for provisions, while Mafeking fortifies with mines and armored trains as hostilities loom.
The Boston Dental Institute offers free extractions and many dental services to working people with only material costs. Full artificial teeth at 2.15, gold crowns 2.40, fillings 20 to 50 cents, free plate repair and cleaning, with multilingual staff and long hours.
The article outlines rising bets favoring Columbia while local pride keeps money flowing toward the Columbia side. Both yachts remain at the Hook as rest days pass and owners Iselin Lipton and Barr guard their boats Erin Shamrock. Sir Thomas Lipton and allies stay aboard the Erin awaiting the final race amid illness concerns for Mr Fife and strong public interest in the America's Cup pursuit.
In New York on October 8 betting on yacht races surged with several large wagers. Odds favored the Columbia at 10 to 8, though some bettors offered even money after yesterday’s results. Bets included Corbett backing Shamrock at 700 to 1000 and Considine backing Columbia at 1000 to 700, with other sizable wagers on the Columbia.
New York Yacht Club and Royal Ulster Yacht Club reach mutual accord to run the Columbia and Shamrock on consecutive days after Oct 12 until the international supremacy series ends. Sir Thomas Lipton initiated the request while committee members from both clubs recorded the challenge agreement and signaling plan for race days.
Winds allowed a real test as Shamrock outperformed under equal conditions. Sir Thomas Lipton toured the America with notable guests while discussing Tuesday’s race. The Shamrock owner urged stronger breeze to finish races, joking about building a house on Sandy Hook if delays continue.
Weather forecaster Williams warns a heavy northeast gale moving up the coast from off North Carolina threatens small boats. Sir Thomas Lipton offers a tug to Captain Barr and vows to stay at Sandy Hook until he wins or loses the cup. Admiral Dewey cannot attend Tuesday’s race. The Shamrock, with Royal Ulster Yacht Club pennant, awaits wind as Erin’s Captain Matthews notes Shamrock’s experienced crew.
An advertisement promises to cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. The copy notes money back refund if it fails and includes a signature, likely Grove, on each box.
Defender argues money should rule as he bets on the Shamrock while David Gideon places 300 to 400 on the Shamrock and questions odds on the Columbia. Billy Edwards bets 1100 to 1320 for Shamrock representing Marcus Mayer, with John Kelly backing Columbia. Edwards also wagers 100 on Columbia.
Prominent figures weigh in after yesterday’s race between Columbia and Shamrock. James Craig cites improved weather and strength in Shamrock, while Bob Evans sticks with Columbia as the stronger vessel. Navy captains and designer Nat Herreshoff call the rivals nearly matched and eagerly await windier conditions.
A large gathering in the Columbia building East Boston formed the Young Men's Democratic Club of Ward 2 with over 360 members. Edward Brennan introduced the group and ex Alderman Joseph A Conry spoke on duties of younger Democracy followed by Senator William J Donovan and several local officials. Officers to be elected at the next meeting per temporary leaders. A Pitts Kimball & Co sale featured vaudeville with Hollander and St Leon and a schedule of illustrated songs magic and kinetoscope pictures. Showtimes listed for Saturday.
Thirteen men linked to a riot aboard the Georgianna on New York Harbor were arraigned before City Magistrate Flammer. Capt. Sterck and pilots Post and Brown faced charges. Berry billed as ringleader with $2000 bail. Others faced varied bail or fines as witnesses described gambling aboard the steamship.
The Mechanics building hosts the second week of the successful food fair with Jean Missud's Salem Cadet Band as the star. B B Keyes will be heard as cornet soloist during both concerts. Afternoon 3 program in domestic science features a breakfast lesson and an 8 evening talk by Miss Ranche on chafing dish cooking. Reserved balcony seats for Sousa week go on sale at the Paul Revere Hall foyer. The lunch room, run by Caterer Bay, reports brisk business and affordable pricing.
The marriage of Miss Fanny Sander to Mr. James Wolfe was solemnized last evening by Rabbi H. S. Schoher. Many friends attended. Miss Annie Sandler Miss A Sandler Miss M. Glazier and Miss Rose Flex served as bridesmaids. Ushers were Morgis Sander Abe Sadler Jaci Sadler M Flax and Louis Sander.
Arctic explorer Walter Wellman arrived in New York aboard the Umbria after a Franz Josef Land trip. He and his wife headed by train to Washington where they reside. He remains on crutches due to injuries from a fall in an ice crevasse.
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