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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1903

Page

2

Do You Get Up With A Lame Back

An ad parades kidney trouble symptoms and promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a universal cure. It urges readers to request a free sample by mail, cites testimonials, and notes availability in fifty cent and one dollar bottles locally. It names Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton New York and references Boston Daily Post.

Nature Bright J. W. Armantraudt Greentown Ind Kilmer Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton N. Y Boston Daily Post Dr. Kilmer Binghamter, N. Y

Notable Local Clergy Move and Society Notices in Boston Area

The vestry of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Brooklyn extends a call to Rev. Sherard Billings of Groton School to be rector, succeeding Rev Dr. S. D. McConnell who resigned. Also listed are society notices: Miss Isabel McKenna engagement to Pitts Duffield, various travel and marriage plans, and military officer assignments, including Lt Ralph Earle to the battleship Missouri and Lt Guy H Burrage's trip to Washington.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Brooklyn Sherard Billings Groton School Groton Pitts Duffield Harvard Harvard, Players University Clubs New York City Isabel McKenna Justice McKenna Washington F. L. Wilkins First Baptist Church Gloucester France Margaret Danforth Gardiner Boston Sumner Hollingsworth George G. Crocker Cohasset Commonwealth Avenue William M. Perley Medford Thomas Whitworth Edith Whitworth Tampa Florida Ellen H. Story Pleasant Street Newton Centre Tacoma Wash Albert Franklin Harlow Alice Jones Maud Kimball Ethel Spaulding Grant Grant Family Association Matthew Priscilla Grant Hamilton Burrage Gorham Street Lowell

Murray Gerry and Swallow Take Out Mayoralty Papers

Republican nomination papers were filed at the Albion building for mayor and for aldermen and councilmen. Mayoral candidates include Michael J. Murray Dr. Peabody Gerry and George N. Swallow with numerous ward nominations listed for aldermen across wards 2 4 6 16 20 21 23 and others.

Murray Gerry Swallow Albion Building Michael J. Murray

Women Arrested in East Boston Police Raid

In East Boston near Maverick and Border streets, three white women and three men were arrested for policy playing during a midday raid at a barber shop. Names include Mrs Margaret Maguire and Mrs Mary Anderson with others, all booked on the same charge.

Maverick and Border Streets East Boston Albert G. Taylor Sumner Street William Hyde Chelsea Street James McCarthy Howell Street Dorchester Margaret Maguire Maverick Street Mary Anderson Duffy Hanover Street Augusta West Maguire

Murphy accuses Collins of faithlessness in Lynch case

John R. Murphy, counsel for the Firemen's Protective Association, releases a letter to Mayor Collins charging broken promises to Boston firefighters. He cites pledges of fair hearings, opposition to spotter evidence, and protection for members in the Firemen's Protective Association, then reviews Lynch's case and conflicting testimonies about drinking in uniform.

John R. Murphy Firemen’s Protective Association John J. Lynch Fire Department Collins Lynch Murphy Boston

Chinese 10 Sues City Over False Arrest in Boston

Yee Chin a Roxbury Chinese American born citizen plans a $10,000 suit against Boston for false arrest after being jailed without a warrant. Lawyer Frank W Thayer to file once papers arrive from San Francisco. Chinese consul, Colonel Nickerson and Dr A Kidder Page investigated Chinatown and City Hospital for evidence affecting U S relations.

Yee Chin Roxbury Boston San Francisco Frank W. Thayer Lue Hee Fong West Canton Street Washington Nickerson A. Kidder Page Chinatown United States Chin Sing

Odell Recedes Lillian Newcomb Case to Boston

Governor Odell signs warrant of extradition in Albany directing Newcomb to be sent to Massachusetts. Wanted in Boston for larceny, the case follows Bates administration requisition after Oct. 19. Authorities confirm formal extradition procedure proceeds promptly.

Odell Lillian Newcomb Albany N. Y Bates Massachusetts Boston

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Real Health Cure

The advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as uniquely effective for purifying blood, toning the system, and permanently curing various humors and eruptions. It claims to boost energy, relieve fatigue, and restore health and strength at low cost, asserting no other medicine matches its results or price.

Hood

Missouri Ships For Trial Trip In Lower Harbor

The battleship Missouri, largest in the US navy, arrived in the lower harbor just before midnight for her trial trip over the government course. She is expected to be sent from Cape Ann to Boone Island, Me., on Wednesday, with the protected cruiser Beaver to have a trial over the same course on Thursday.

Missouri United States Navy Cape Ann Boone Island Beaver

Strike Likely on New York Lines

New York Oct 19 The Interborough Rapid Transit Company refused concessions to former engineers now motormen and former firemen now employed by the company. The move probably prompts a strike. Grand Chiefs Stone of Cleveland and Hana of Peoria were telegraphed for by local unions. A joint committee met the superintendent, who said the medical examination will be carried out at any cost.

New York Interborough Rapid Transit Company Warren S. Stone Cleveland John J. Hanahan Peoria Ill

American-Irish Society banquet marks Yorktown surrender

The American-Irish Historical Society held a Banquet at the Hotel Brunswick with over 160 attendees to honor the October 19 surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown. James Jeffrey Roche presided and Joseph Smith of Lowell spoke after the meal and cigars.

American-Irish Historical Society Lord Cornwallis Yorktown Hotel Brunswick America James Jeffrey Roche Pilot Joseph Smith Lowell

Rich Men as Elks Brookline Lodge Hailed

Brookline prepares to boast a new Elks lodge as 60 residents gathered in Odd Fellows Hall. Edward McLaughlin, district deputy, presided and the group expressed pride in charter members. The 60 applicants are said to represent a $6,000,000 capital.

Brookline Lodge of Elks Odd Fellows’ Hall Edward McLaughlin

Quinona Publicized By Two Hospitals In Optimistic Reports

C B Burleigh of Augusta City Hospital Maine and Anna C Moody of Massachusetts General Hospital share favorable notes on Quinona. Burleigh cites its use as a tonic and anti malarial with very satisfactory results. Moody recounts a case where prescribed Quinona three times daily helped an elderly patient gain strength appetite and sleep.

Augusta City Hospital

Hitch in the Eastern Crisis

In Yokohama on October 19 negotiations between Russia and Japan stalled anew. The public doubts Marquis Ito’s approach to Manchuria occupation but believes Ito can push his plan due to strong support for Corea’s integrity and open-door access in Manchuria for all nations.

Yokohama Russia Japan Ito Manchuria Corea

John Quinn Protests Against Party Handling Ward 7 Case

John Quinn denounces his party’s treatment and declares strong support from Ward 7 voters. He cites lifelong ties to Ward 7 and disputes over his nomination certificate and the Sept 22 Ward 7 primaries as the Ballot Law Commission considers the matter. He urges the Democratic organization to stay out of the case.

John Quinn Ward 7 Fort Hill South Cove

Mrs Gilbert's 83rd Birthday Celebration at Park Theatre

Mrs G H Gilbert, famed stage figure, reaches 83 and will be toasted Wednesday night at Park Theatre. Despite her protest, Miss Russell and a large circle of friends insist on marking the natal day with preparations and fanfare.

Gilbert G. H. Gilbert Park Theatre Mrs. Gilbert Miss Russell

Memorial for Unknown Revolutionary War Dead Unveiled

The Sons of the American Revolution dedicated a memorial to unknown soldiers who died in the Revolutionary War at the old Dorchester Burial Ground yesterday afternoon, honoring their sacrifice.

Dorchester The Sons of the American Revolution

Why Papa Quit Tobacco

Mamma saw a notice in the paper about a new odorless tasteless discovery that ladies could add to tea coffee or food to cure smoking. A free trial package is offered by Rogers Drug & Chemical Co. to Cincinnati Ohio readers.

Mamma Papa Rogers Drug & Chemical Co Fifth and Race Sts Cincinnati Ohio

Quinona Endorsements Spark Cure Claims in Boston

Advert describes Quinona as a miracle cure with widespread testimonials from Boston readers. Claims include relief from nervous prostration, frequent colds, child health improvements, renewed vitality in elderly, and improved digestion and sleep. Advises purchase at one dollar per large bottle from The Quinona Company, Boston.

Thea Boston Quinona

Beautiful gowns in the news of the day

Miss Alice Burnham has worn a superbly embroidered batiste gown at recent social functions. The simple bodice with a bolero waist flatters her figure, with a gored skirt trimmed in embroidery. A cerise straw hat shaded toward pink, with scarlet flowers and pink ribbons, completes the ensemble.

Alice Burnham

Irish Praised by Carnegie Wins Waterford Freedom Title

Dublin Oct. 19 Andrew Carnegie received the freedom of Waterford city in a ceremony. In his thanks he paired praise for patriots John Redmond and Joan Dillon and honored the thousands of Irish workers who served him. He laid a library foundation and attended a public banquet.

Dublin Waterford Andrew Carnegie Carnegie John Redmond Joan Dillon

Chinese Men Seek Bail Pending Deportation Appeal

Yee Wong and Ye For two of 258 Chinese detainees arrested in a raid eight days earlier faced a bail hearing before Judge Lowell to determine if they may remain free while appealing the deportation order issued Oct 15. The judge reserved decision as their attorney pursued the appeal. May Ni Gook, another arrestee, was discharged by the commissioner.

Yee Wong Lowell United States District Court May Ni Gook United States

Professor Moore Addresses Charitable Irish Society

A large audience at Young's Hotel heard Professor George F. Moore of Harvard speak on Ireland as the refuge of learning in the dark ages. President M. J. Jordan presided. Frederic O. Dickey performed musical selections with Charles T. Dolan at the piano.

Charitable Irish Society M. J. Jordan Young's Hotel George F. Moore Harvard University Ireland Frederic O. Dickey Charles T. Dolan

Cambridge Returns Flag for Fort Washington Ceremony

After repeated weather postponements the Hanna Winthrop Chapter of Cambridge Daughters of American Revolution presented a flag to the city to fly over Fort Washington. The flag was raised for the first time shortly after 3 oclock yesterday.

Hanna Winthrop Chapter Daughters of American Revolution Cambridge Fort Washington

Guaranteed Cure for Piles Ends Weeks of Suffering

An old advertisement promises a guaranteed cure for piles including itching bleeding protruding and blind piles. The PAZO OINTMENT is sold by druggists with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure in six to fourteen days at the price of 50 cents.

Springfield Clerk Missing Sparks Police Search

Springfield Oct 19 Charles B Zinck longtime clerk at the United States armory has been missing since Friday and police are conducting a rigorous search. He was last seen on a car bound for Hartford.

Springfield Charles B. Zinck United States Armory Hartford

Edward Hamilton Arrested for Larceny in Cambridge

Edward Hamilton of 2 Blos som place was arrested by Cambridge officers last night on a charge of larceny.

Edward Hamilton Blossom Place Cambridge

Koch Lung Cure Converts Lynn Woman to Belief in Inhalation Therapy

After failing to improve with doctors and a sanitarium stay of eight months, Miss Kate Casey of 231 Washington St LynnMass found relief for consumption with the Koch Lung Cure at 361 Boylston St Boston. She credits the treatment with curing her dreadful cough and restoring her health and offers to prove her claims to interested readers. St Anthony's Polar Salve cures Piles.

Boylston St Boston Lynn Kate Casey Washington St Mass

Also Mentioned on This Page

Marie Paul Davenport Pointer Harvard Square Harlow Caroline Harlow of Lowell Chickering Butler Ames King Dental Parlors Avon Conlin M. J. Murray George N. Swallow E. Peabody Gerry E. Boston Tuck Evans North End Chelsea Faithless New Brookline Lodge Anna C. Moody Massachusetts General Hospital Quinite C. B. Burleigh Augusta, Me Augusita Hitch Democratic Organization Quinona Company Hartford St Prof. Moore St. Anthony’s
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