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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1901
Page
4
Dana Dudley the wizard of Wakefield claims M Lanton-Dumont’s Paris feats are nothing new. He tells a Post reporter that his machine and principles, announced a year ago, make rising a short distance simple and easy.
Nellie Reagan a tall muscular burglar and cook confesses to breaking into the Fillebrown and Cornish homes in Newton. Police fear she may reveal connections to other robberies and seek an accomplice unseen since January in her employment with Alderman Van Tassel.
In Wakefield Dudley unveils a flying frame and steering apparatus capable of controlled ascent and direction, promising inexpensive models and a future 1000 mile air gun to project carriages Boston to Chicago. Garrett Servies lauds Santos-Dumont, predicting air travel becomes a practical transport and noting advances in light powerful motors for self-driven vehicles.
A historical account praises Santos-Dumont for flying from St Cloud to Paris around the Eiffel Tower and back, arguing the demonstration proves air travel is possible as fish move through the sea. It notes the effort as the first crucial step toward practical airborne transport despite limited cargo capacity.
The text discusses fashion changes driven by distant developments and initial friction as a normal hurdle rather than an insurmountable obstacle. It notes that progress occurs despite early resistance and distance.
Two brothers named Saeed were reported injured after a steamer named Hame sank. The vessel’s crew reportedly landed at the scene and are accounted for.
An old advertisement urges husbands to take Cascarets for liver and digestive issues. It touts signs like yellow skin, bilious breath, and lethargy and warns against harsh laxatives. The copy promotes a mailed sample and booklet from Chicago or New York.
The President announced promotions: Navy Lieutenant Commanders Charles H. Harlow and James H. Hetherington. Lieutenants Joseph M. Reeves Frank B Upham Roscoe C Moody. Chaplain Charles M Charlton. Gunner Thomas Averson. Boatswain Charles H B Bullock. Commander Harlow, noted for service at the Annapolis yard and hydrographic office, has long been associated with naval duties since 1875.
Fire broke out at an early hour in a Water Street barn owned by Alexander Gallerani, spreading to an empty storeroom and damaging nearby structures. The incident caused a total loss to the barn and left at least one nearby house severely burned. authorities suspected arson.
The Yale procession featured a retrospective parade through New Haven with students in period costumes from Pequot Indians to Rough Riders. Military units, the Connecticut National Guard, and university delegations marched, followed by a band and graduates from multiple classes. Yale lectures on medicine and law opened the day, praising Yale's two centuries of influence and urging continued dedication to Yale’s mission.
The ceremony at Battell Chapel welcomed Yale alumni now in law across the nation. Speakers praised Yale's influence in courts from Maine to New York while honoring past figures such as Phelps, Dana, and Whitney. President Hadley spoke of unity and history as dignitaries from Europe and the U S offered congratulatory notes.
In Farmington Connecticut on October 18 villagers buzz over a possible visit by President Roosevelt. The event centers on Yale University’s 16th anniversary celebration next Wednesday with Alice Roosevelt among the party and preparations underway at the seminary and local homes.
President Roosevelt departed Washington at 4 30 p m for Farmington Conn on a special Penns y train as the second section of the Federal express He is accompanied by Commander comley his brother in law Secre tary Cortelyous and Dr Rixey He will visit Yale University Wednesday to receive the LL D degree and return to Washington Thursday
J Daniel Reinh, reputed Pennsylvania's heaviest man, died suddenly of heart disease in Bath at age 70. Weighed 493 pounds last Saturday. He was a stone cutter and father of 17 children, 11 living, with all sons following marble cutting trades.
A fragmented note appears to discuss comfort and prevention with a reference to the product ORANGEINE as a cure or remedy. The readable text centers on health claims and preventive benefits. Further context is unclear due to damaged wording.
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