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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1909
Page
8
A medical discussion links chronic constipation to appendicitis, arising from long standing gastro intestinal indigestion. It condemns laxatives as treatment and promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets, claiming they cure indigestion and reduce appendix inflammation. A 50 cent box and free sample offer are noted.
Berlin Oct 21 government moves toward perpetual control of potash production and sale. Law would levy a tax on production when output exceeds government allotment to keep prices above government figures. If enacted, the U S, which buys about 60 percent of exports, would face monopoly prices.
Former Governor Curtis Guild Jr speaks at a rally and says he will not seek the United States Senate against Senator Lodge and does not expect to hold public office again. He endorses tariff reform aligned with Taft, drawing cheer from the packed meeting. Governor Draper and Lieutenant-Governor Frothingham also criticize Foss and libelous politics in Massachusetts.
Mr. Guild denounces Democratic ideas as inconsistent while defending tariff reform and the nonpartisan cost study commission. He asserts he will not seek office, supports Taft’s tariff improvements, and urges Massachusetts voters to back Republicans on tariff. Governor Draper criticizes Foss, defends signature actions, and urges focused debate over vetoes of House Bill No. 1593.
A circulating formula claims half pint whiskey two ounces glycerine half ounce Concentrated pine compound mixed and shaken. Doses of a teaspoonful to a tablespoonful four times daily said to ease colds with pine’s mucous membrane effects intensified in the Concentrated pine product sold in half ounce airtight bottles.
Trial in the Superior Court has run since September 27 with no end in sight as judges heard exhibits totaling 1089, the largest number in a local trial. New England Structural Company secretary Charles N. Fitts was questioned about bids for bridges and railroads and said he did not recall any communications with defendants. He identified deposit slips and questioned memory of checks, while letters from other firms seeking steel were presented as evidence.
Labor leaders meet in Washington as the American Federation of Labor executive counsel votes to draft a bill creating a Department of Labor with a secretary equal to other department heads. The measure aims to give wage earners representation in the President's Cabinet.
In Pasadena, actress Betty Hart testified about a 10 year old engagement to John B. Moran, late district attorney of Suffolk County, disclosed during her theft trial. Jewels stolen May 25 from her bathhouse by Lee Warren, who was convicted of grand larceny and claimed a frame-up.
Los Angeles reports that the Santa Fe system will switch from telegraph to telephone for train dispatching across its entire network. Announcement made yesterday states the change aims to speed up communications and operations nationwide.
The Scots' Charitable Society plans a new St Andrew's celebration with Archbishop O'Connell as guest of honor. The event is set for the Hotel Tuileries on the evening of Nov 30. Speakers include Dr. Richard G. Maclauren MIT governor Eben S. Draper and Mayor George A. Hibbard. Ticket demand suggests a large attendance.
The advertisement touts Rexall 93 Hair Tonic as a strong germicide and antiseptic with ingredients like resorcin and beta naphthol. It claims to restore natural hair color, cleanse scalp, and stimulate hair bulbs, offering a full money back guarantee if it fails to remove dandruff or promote growth. Sold in Boston Rexall Stores and Rikers Jaynes Drug Stores.
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