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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1903

Page

2

Prolong Life Advice on Digestion and Nerves

A letter-writer argues that digestion must improve before nerves and sleep can recover. Citing Napoleon, Grant, Lincoln, Roosevelt, and others, the piece urges a healthy stomach, abstinence from excess, regular habits, and the Paw Paw remedy as a universal tonic to restore vitality and endurance. Sold by druggists in various bottle sizes.

Napoleon Waterloo Grant Abraham Lincoln Grover Cleveland Roosevelt United States Minyon Paw Paw

Vigilant patrols fail to curb town slugger threat

Fear grips the town after Miss Burke is attacked while walking with her sister near School street. Deputy Sheriff Briggs says no clue exists as residents arm themselves and prepare for further defence. Residents ask who will be the slugger’s next victim.

John Trainor Pleasant Street George Q. Sweeney Board of Selectmen Seth R. Briggs John Nerney Miss Burke Hugh Gilroy School Street Seth Briggs Post

Pastor Pierson resigns from Medford church

The Rev. Isaac Pierson, pastor of the Union Congregational Church in Medford, read a resignation letter to his congregation. No reason was given. He had been a central figure in a dispute a year earlier over criticism of the King’s Daughters society, which had nearly split the church before peace was restored.

Medford Isaac Pierson Union Congregational Church Pierson Society of King’s Daughters

Canada anger at Alaskan decision sparks imperialism debate

Toronto reports angry sentiment over the Alaskan commission ruling. Canada voices betrayal by Britain and fears possible secession from England as Lord Alverstone sides with the Americans, criticizing Chamberlain’s handling and Canada’s protests.

Canada Toronto Alli England Lord Alverstone Great Britain Chamberlain Colonial Office Alaskan Commission

Airship Sails Over Frisco Showing Aerial Progress

San Francisco on October 18 witnessed Dr August Greth reveal a free skyward ascent of his airship. He steered the cigar shaped craft for two hours, testing steering gear as winds pushed him toward the Golden Gate and finally landing near the Presidio bay where life saving crews assisted. The vessel held 50 000 cubic feet of gas and suffered minor damage.

San Francisco August Greth Dr Greth

Lowell Mills Curtail Hours Across Major Firms

Lowell reports growing unease as several large mills cut hours due to lack of orders. Carpet mills at Bigelow on indefinite vacations while Middlesex Woolen trims to 48 hours weekly. The Lowell machine shop and other divisions operate on short time amid subdued demand.

Lowell New England Bigelow Carpet Middlesex Woolen

Marriage of John J. Hogan and Alice F. Ryan at St Josephs

John J. Hogan of Engine 10, a department bravery medal holder, married Miss Alice F. Ryan in St. Josephs Church West End last evening with Rev Fathe Walsh officiating. The bridesmaid.

John J. Hogan Engine 10 Alice F. Ryan St. Joseph's Church West End Fathe Walsh

Panic at Metropolis Theatre in New York

About 1500 patrons were startled when a fuse blew in a moving picture machine at the Metropolis Theatre. The blast confined to the first balcony caused no injuries though many women were frightened and four fainted. Patrons fled, leaving belongings behind as minor damage occurred.

New York Metropolis Theatre

Canada Sacrificed Said By Montreal Papers

The Gazette and Le Journal comment on the Alaska Boundary Commission decision. Canadians reportedly did not expect a fair arbitral outcome with U S representatives not open to conviction and England seen as sacrificing Canada by accepting a commission named by both sides.

Montreal Que Alaska Boundary Commission the Gazette Arbitration Commission United States Canada le Journal England

Freshmen Clash With Sophomores Over Mock Circular

Boston University freshmen plastered Beacon Hill and campus walls with a circular deriding sophomores. The note titled Soft noodles poked fun at sophomore boys and girls. No injuries were reported as tensions rose with sophomores gathering to plan retaliation.

Boston University Beacon Hill University Sophontore

Marriage ceremony followed by reception at 45 Raymond Street

Miss Gertrude Ryan sister of the bride and John Helmond served as maid of honor and best man. A reception at Mrs. J. B. Maughan's home, 45 Raymond Street, Everatt, followed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Hogan received many gifts from the bridegroom's department comrades.

Gertrude Ryan John Helmond J. B. Maughan Raymond Street Everatt Hogan

Move to Avert Eastern War

Port Dalny edition cites Sir Claude MacDonald mediating between Russia and Japan. Japan would accept Manchuria return to China and opening major Manchurian towns to foreign trade. Russia to withdraw troops except railway guards and cede forestry concessions, with regions south of the Yalu placed in Japan’s sphere.

ST. Petersburg Port Dalny Japan Claude MacDonald Russia Manchuria China Yalu River Yangampho Yalu

Campbell Vows Mary Agnes to Nordblum in Roxbury Ceremony

Mr and Mrs John Campbell of Roxbury announce the marriage of their daughter Mary Agnes to Mr Robert Nordblum of Malden. The ceremony was performed Tuesday by Rev Father T B Holland.

John Campbell Roxbury Mary Agnes Robert Nordblum Malden T. B. Holland

Moran's Mind Affected by Business Troubles

Thomas J. Moran a 65 year old man formerly in business faced temporary dementia due to financial reverses. He has lived five years at the Home for the Aged Poor in Somerville and may become a public charge unless overseers overlook a second rule violation.

Moran Thomas J. Moran Home For Somerville

Gerraughty Seeks Ward 11 Alderman Seat in Democratic Primary

Thomas H. Gerraughty of Ward 11 seeks the Board of Aldermen. He is son of the late Inspector Gerraughty of the bank squad and will appear on the ballot at the Democratic primaries on November 19. Campaign meetings are planned citywide starting at Democratic headquarters 151 Charles street Ward 11.

Thomas H. Gerraughty Ward 11 Inspector Gerraughty Bank Squad Board of Aldermen Mr. Gerraughty Charles Street

Tips Abolished at Memorial Hall Salary Increase Implemented

Memorial Hall ends tipping for waiters and pays higher salaries. Waiters are hired with no fees expected or received. Christmas gifts are not tips. Ten cents weekly added to board price to fund the raise.

Memorial Hall

Funeral of Fireman Blood Draws Thousands in Cambridge

Hiram Blood renowned eastern fire engineer died Thursday morning and was buried in Cambridge Cemetery after a funeral at the Second Universalist Church East Cambridge. The service was led by Rev. Harry Fay Fisher with attendance from Chief Casey Assistant Chief Bunker Chief Hopkins and other city department leaders.

Hiram Blood Cambridge House of Engine 3 Second Universalist Otis Street East Cambridge Harry Fay Fisher Medford Hillside Casey Bunker Hopkins Somerville

Mitchell Club endorses Driscoll for Common Council in Ward 14

The Mitchell Club of Ward 14 South Boston backed John J Driscoll for the Common Council and formed a 25 member committee to canvass the ward.

Mitchell Club South Boston John J. Driscoll Common Council

Milk War Resumes Thoughtfully After Arbitration Talks

Milky dispute may restart Thursday as Milk Producers' Union plans to organize emergency routes if arbitration fails. Union aims to improve milk distribution and cleanliness, criticizes Board of Health for can sanitation, and calls for a central depot under health supervision.

Producers’ ‘Union American House W. A. Hunter Producers’ Union Board of Health

Electric car makes Boston to New York trial run

A new tonneau electric automobile driven by F A Babcock Jr and J J Coakley arrived in New Haven from Meriden and heads to Bridgeport then New York to prove electric travel beyond city limits with battery recharge options amid heavy rain and muddy roads.

New Haven Conn Boston New York Meriden F. A. Babcock, Jr J. J. Coakley Hartford Bridgeport

King Leopold Leaves Vienna for Paris

King Leopold of Belgium, who had been visiting Emperor Francis Joseph, left Vienna for Paris. The Emperor bade the King farewell at the railroad station this evening.

Vienna Leopold Belgium Francis Joseph Paris

Ancients Offer Satin Souvenir Silverware Set

Thomas M. Holden of the Ancients arranged a satin lined leather case souvenir from the big banquet in Symphony Hall. Each case contains three knives, three forks, a soup spoon, three tea spoons, a coffee spoon and an oyster fork. The case matches the plate container and a high demand exists for these keepsakes.

Thomas M. Holden The Ancients Symphony Hall Casa Holden

Nightly entertainments by North End Dispensary reach three Boston venues

Sunday programs at the Majestic Theatre, Boston Music Hall, and Hub Theatre drew large crowds. The Majestic featured Ernest Hogan with a varied bill including Canfield and Carlton, Colby and Way, Eckhoff and Gordon, Emerson and Omega, Jessica Cree, Professor Hellman and O'Brien and West, while Miss Johnstone Bennett headlined the Music Hall with her sketch A Quiet Evening at Home.

North End Dispensary Majestic Theatre Boston Music Hall Hub Theatre Ernest Hogan Canfield Carlton Colby Way Eckhoff Gordon Emerson and Omega Jessica Cree Professor Hellman O’brien West Johnstone Bennett Music Hall

East Boston Police Raid Unlicensed Premises

Police raid Station 7 on Catherine Ohearn premises at 116 Marginal Street resulting in a small seizure. William E Grace arrested in East Boston for assaulting Henry J Ferris with a beer bottle fracturing his nose during a quarrel in a shoe shop at 96 Marginal Street. George Fine a 13 year old from 25 Border Street fell 15 feet onto a floating raft at Potter Wrightington's wharf.

East Boston Catherine O’hearn Marginal Street William E. Grace Bailey Henry J. Ferris George Fine Border Street Potter & Wrightington

Earl of Pawtucket Comes to Majestic Theater Monday

Thousands who recall the Waldorf Astoria in New York will welcome the Earl of Pawtucket to the Majestic Theatre Monday night. The play unfolds inside a grand hostelry with replicas of famous suites and rooms. Lawrence D Orsay leads the familiar cast as the production moves from New York to this venue. Box office opens this morning for seat sales.

Waldorf-Astoria New York Saile of

Grand Charity Concert At Boston Theatre Featured Vaudeville Talent

A grand charity concert last evening at the Boston Theatre showcased a wide array of vaudeville stars. The program included the EB J Bates Orchestra Downs and Scott comedy acts the Himira sisters Archie Deacon Tillie Cohen and her pickaninny the Pryor brothers Pierce and Maizee James B Donovan Trish the four Shannon the Hunns Cunningham and Coveney and the Narragansett Quartet.

Boston Rushi Poland Warsaw EB. J. Bates Downs and Scott Himira Archie Deacon Tillie Cohan Pryor ’ Brothers Pierce and Maizee

Republicans to Gather in Boston for Night Meeting

East Boston hosts a large Republican meeting at Music Hall with a reception for Governor Bates. A torchlight procession will precede an address by the Hon. John D. Long, highlighting the evening's program.

Boston Music Hall East Bates John D. Long

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