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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1899
Page
2
A period pamphlet extols the Almyr Practice promising treatment of catarrh and early consumption for $1 monthly if applied before Oct 21. It lists symptoms to identify cases and claims prevention of lung disease through cures of throat and bronchial inflammation. It boasts numerous testimonials and a one week opportunity for treatment.
The article reports a surge at Almyr offices as patients flood to access physician services offered at $1 per month. It highlights Doctors Mc Coy and Powell’s five year reputation in New England and the public’s enthusiasm for the unprecedented low rate and notable medical work.
Report describes a murder at 225 Shawmut Avenue where a woman was found dead in a rear kitchen. Dr Konikow and Officer O'Brien investigated while a man named Fleetwood appeared to resist police notification. Neighbors heard screams but did not intervene. The victim, reportedly married, had recent ties to New York and prior lodging near Dover Street.
The article argues catarrh predisposes to consumption, claiming all consumptives were catarrh victims and that cold exposure follows catarrh. It describes how tubercular consumption needs breaks in breathing membranes and that catarrh creates raw spots that invite germ entry, stressing cure.
Dr McCoy explains the $1 per month medical care plan saying it will make skilled treatment affordable and curb doodle specialists. He notes the program will also aid distant patients who cannot travel to Boston for treatment.
A newspaper offer promises treatment until cured at one dollar per month if applied before October 21. It specifies it covers catarrhal trouble and related lung diseases stemming from it and urges readers to understand the terms and benefits today.
President McKinley and Mrs. McKinley with Cabinet members attend services at the First Methodist Church in Bioax City. A crowded church, outside spectators, and a Whitted Methodist Church Sunday school presentation followed before the president departed by train toward Dubuque. Governor Shaw and Senator Allison accompany the train as far as Dubuque. Milwaukee expected tomorrow night.
Three sailors hurt after a clash with three Italians in North Square last evening. Louis Bushkimper of the Wabash received cuts to the shoulder and thigh, John Henry of the Olympia cut on shoulder and side, and Frank Bolt from the navy yard cut over the left kidney. Dr. Dunn treated them at Station 1 before they were sent to their homes.
Philip A. Gahm of Malden reported his hired man vanished after leaving his job at Mr Gahm's restaurant. A sum of 657 dollars in bills disappeared from a safe. The man, about 21, 6 feet tall, 135 pounds, light complexion, fled toward Maplewood Square.
Sir Thomas said the huge clubtopsail sent aloft in the past two race days is magnificent but unlikely to be serviceable in any race that can be sailed in less than a full afternoon.
Executors launch a ten day sale offering $200000 worth of clothing at below cost. Overcoats suits and trousers priced well below value with many choices and guaranteed quality. Sale begins Wednesday Oct 18 1899 at 2 pm. inspect goods and secure bargains now.
Carat prior to all out of town trade purchase or over. S White Receiver handles estates and sales.
Oct. 15 reports from Kimberley describe Boer positions near Newcastle and Modder River, with 400 troops marching from Johannesburg and tents found eight miles southeast of Kimberley. The German consul-general warns Germans to stay neutral as Beestekraal and other commandos menace frontier towns.
State Senator Goebel Democratic candidate for Kentucky governor arrives in Cairo with Kentuckians and reporters. William J. Bryan and National Committeeman Woodson arrive, joining a week long west to east tour stopping at Bardswell and Coryington before Frankfort. Ex Senator Blackburn to join in Frankfort.
Admiral Dewey passed through Providence on the Federal express and, after being cheered, declined to shake hands. When asked what to do with the Philippines, he stated, We are going to keep them.
Edwin T. Luscombe, returning from his bridal tour, was presented with a handsome clock by fellow workers in the press, stereo type and mailing departments of the office. N B Raymond, chairman, gave the speech. Luscombe invited the group to his home for a collation and celebration tonight.
Police pursued Fleetwood after a Uhrof a woman in Shawmut Avenue. Ashworth and Eclair, key witnesses, described a confrontation with Fleetwood that night. The body was taken to City Hospital morgue with Medical Examiner Draper attributing death to chest blows. Fleetwood, 50, 5 feet 8, 175 pounds, carried about $52 in his pockets.
Charles Kelair, the other lodger in the flat where she was killed, is identified in police records with several details emerging about the case. The narrative centers on his relationship to the victim and the sequence of events leading to the fatal incident.
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets to cure grippe in two days. The copy promises refunds if not cured and bears BG. W. Urove's signature on each box.
The Boston Central Labor Union debated independent politics and referred a draft resolution to avoid constitutional conflict. A resolution condemned the PA Collins campaign for missing the printer label. A ten member committee was named to attend hearings on Park Square depot’s fate for a public market. Debates on the Franklin fund favored applying it to aid working people as per Dr. Franklin’s will.
A large crowd attended a Division 13 A O H meeting in Gray's Hall where Water Commissioner John R Murphy lectured on the Colt and Hibernianism. He received frequent applause and a rising vote of thanks. Also speaking were M J Padden Thomas J Witzgerald and Brothers Dennis M Cronin Joseph J Norton. A literary and vocal program followed with Ed Finnigan George A Donahue and Joseph Hutchinson performing readings and songs.
The Third District Democratic convention meets tonight at Washington Street headquarters to decide between J. E. Mahoney and Sen. W. J. Donovan for the Senate seat. Ward 8 backs Daniel D. Rourke, Ward 2 and 6 swing toward Mahoney, with Republicans pressing a role in the outcome.
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