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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1894

Page

3

Munyon's Best Deeds and Free Catarrh Treatment Offer

The piece extols Professor Munyon as a humane philanthropist and promoter of homeopathic remedies for catarrh. It cites a testimonial from E A Clapp of Charles Street praising recovery after Munyon’s treatment and invites readers to visit Hotel Pelham for a free examination and trial. It assures no charge for local treatment unless helpful and notes affordable 25 cent bottles and free eminent doctors.

E. A. Clapp Charles Street Waltham Munyon Hotel Pelham Homeopathic Tremont and Boylston Streets

Glass Races at Harvard Headed for the Charles

The Harvard University Boat Club holds fall races on the Charles River this afternoon around four o'clock using the last mile of the regular two mile basin course. Crews from 95, 96, and 97 have trained on the river for twelve days with limited selection. 97 shows life and several rowers who previously competed at New London, while 96 shows some improvement under Captain Forbes. 95 struggles with full crew turnout and rhythm. Lineups list 95 Ninde Smith Capen Fairbanks Pool E Brown Raymond Frazer. 96 Kales Forbes Shea Barrett Lyman Greenough Wadsworth Frothingham Day. 97 Cornwall Ker nan Williams Phelps Stevens Elder Lord Little Orton.

University Boat Club Harvard The Charles Ninety-seven New London Forbes Ninde Smith Capen Fairbanks Pool E. Brown Raymond Frazer Kales Shea Barrett Lyman Greenough Wadsworth Bow B. Frothingham Day Cornwall Kernan Williams Phelps Stevens Elder Lord Little Orton

Johnsons hard luck at Buffalo mile attempt stalls record

John Johnson, famed bicycle rider, fails to break the mile straightaway record after tire failures on two attempts. Repairs delay further tries as dusk ends the session. Quadruples finish in 1 41 4 5, a time just outside Ralph and Schofield in England.

Murphy Louis Callahan Saunders A. D. Kennedy Ralph Schofield England

Louisville Fair and Driving Assn Meet Opens at New Jockey Club

The Louisville Fair and Driving Association opened today at the Louisville Jockey Club grounds with about 5000 spectators. The track was sand and cuppy, going three seconds slow, yet strong heats were run. Coleridge's mile of 2 09 3 4 led the day, while the 2 10 event stood out. Colonel Thornton won the last heat. Five heats failed to reach three wins and racing was postponed to tomorrow as dusk fell. Flying Jib proved ill tempered and did not run his mile against time.

Louisville Louisville Fair and Driving Association Louisville Jockey Club Coleridge Colonel Thornton Flying Jib

Actor Emanuel Vasquez in Salem Found Unconscious

Salem reports Emanuel M. Vasquez, formerly of the 1492 company, found unconscious in his Central House room. He was taken to the hospital with slight mental trouble following the death of his mother, after arriving Monday night. his condition prompted doctors to force entry Tuesday morning to check on him.

Salem Emanuel M. Vasquez Central House Vasquez

Judge Frees William P. Ryan After Boxing Club Incident

Judge Ely discharged William P. Ryan who faced charges of injuring James Dolan during a boxing bout on October 2. Dolan and Ryan were friends and participants in a club on Haverhill Street. Dolan fell unconscious after a trip and clinch. he appeared in court and exonerated Ryan as witnesses testified he was not at fault.

Ely William P. Ryan James Dolan Haverhill Street Dolan Ryan

Harvard fall handicap games set for Friday at Holmes field

The Harvard Athletic Association schedules its annual fall handicap meet for Friday afternoon on Holmes field. Entries closed last night with a full list and many seasoned athletes entered. Handicaps favor new competitors to give every chance to win.

Harvard Athletic Association Holmes Field

Races At Riding Park Nominally Decide 2:26 2:18 Classes

Straight heats in the 2:26 and 2:18 classes saw Vida win the former and R. H. D. the latter. In the 2:88 class Ira Wilkes and Lady Helen split two heats with ten horses starting. Hampden Girl led the betting, and the second heat ended with Ira Wilkes beating Ben Bolt by a nose.

Lawrence Riding Park Vida Ira Wilkes Lady Helen Hampden Girl Ben Bolt

John L Sullivan shines in A True American at Grand Opera House

A large crowd enjoyed John L Sullivan's performance in A True American at the Grand Opera House. The audience cheered his acting and supported him with enthusiasm, appreciating his voice, carriage, and convincing stage presence despite a light, comical plot about mistaken identity and a family estate.

John L's Acting Talent Defies Public Doubt

The text argues that John L. is a talented actor within his company, noting that public impressions of his acting ability are unfounded. It also asserts his strong performance and significant potential, challenging any claim that he lacks talent or will never gain recognition.

John L John

John L Sullivan in A True American theater piece

The review praises J L Sullivan in A True American for matching his boxing fame with a stage role that suits his built persona and public image. It notes his strong presence and muscle driven performance while acknowledging critics, and explains the plot where the character Newman travels to train for a prize fight.

J. Lawrence Sullivan John L John Newman

John L. Shines On Stage As Timely Hero

The text describes John L. as an actor who delivers when needed, with his two mighty fists and quick timing, making every performance a strong showing and satisfying audiences seeking a good play.

John L

Beagles at Oxford Begin New England Meet in Worcester

The New England Beagle Club opened its four day meet in Oxford with thirty entries across field trials. Derby class saw Zeno win, Nell R. second, and Blossom third. Princetta the sole Basset hound/Dachshund entry. Tomorrow features all ages stake with eleven entries.

Worcester New England Beagle Club Oxford Awashonk Providence R. I George F. Reed Barton F. W. Chapman Orland A. D. Fiske Reed Nell R Zeno Blossom Princetta Windrush Kennels Pittsfield Mass

Hayes Wins Dartmout h Tennis Title in Triangular League

Hayes defeats Rice in four set victory to claim the Dartmouth tournament trophy. He already holds the Triangular League championship and has been a leading figure at Dartmouth for three years.

Hayes Hanover N. H Dartmouth J. EH. R. Hayes W F. Rice

Dr Sweet Cure Claims and Patient Testimonial from Royalston

A reader praises the Sweet System of treatment in Royalston Massachusetts, claiming dramatic recovery from 18 years of lameness and heart and kidney issues after three sessions. The letter extols the doctors at Medical Institute and urges others to seek examination and see a beacon of hope in disease.

New England Drs. Sweet Medical Institute 6S Court St Royalston Mass Sweet Hanpy S. BE. Lane Thumim Court Street

Fiery Cronan Coakley Rally Ends in Amicable Chaos

Spectators packed the Cabot Street bath house as Senator Cronan and rival Tim Coakley faced off with roars, charges, and a near brawl. Cronan touted his grade crossing bill while Coakley supporters clashed at tables and rails, a fierce crowd prompting police intervention but no injuries.

Cronan Coakley Timothy Wilfrid Coakley Cabot Street Ward 19 Senator Cronan Bath House Tim Coakley Bernard Lamb Ben William J. Fitzgerald Ward 17 Ballot Commission John Stetson Pillsbury Cronan,’”’ But the Remark Was Lost In the Noise. Next, Mr. Cronan Jim Timilty Walter Twombly Mr. Coakley Post Kenny Jack Steele Jack Harrington Mr. Cronan Tim Timilty John F. Cronan Jerry Jerry Watson Watson Cronanites Coakleyites Timothy Wilfred Coakley John McGrath

Championship Pool Tourney Opens in South Boston

The New England championship pool tournament starts tonight at Murray and Irwin's billiard parlors South Boston. Players entered include McCune White Doyle Bruce Russell Johnson Lathrop Manuel Hood Zeramby Wise and Hogarty. Games run nightly with 12 in prizes and a 0 cue for the winner. Tonight Zeramby and Lathrop meet as an orchestra provides music.

New England Murray & Irwin South Boston McCune White Doyle Bruce Russell Johnson Lathrop Manuel Hood Zeramby Wise Hogarty

Old Rivals Meet at Narragansett Park Race Day

At Narragansett Park Providence crowd size eased as Hermanita and Lady Richmond clashed in the third race a $1000 side match drawing strong interest. Lady Richmond won by three lengths with Relict the overall winner. Garnett driven by Garner posted a track record in the mile race.

Providence Narragansett Park J. G. Follansbee Hermanita B. F. Cadigan Lady Richmond Cadigan Follansbee Relict Annie Bishop Dr. Garnett Garner Welsh Fugitive McClain Rosewood Hamilton Cherry Blossom Buckeye Belden Dry Dollar Sir John van Brunt the Queen Snedeker Plenty Lanley Connors South Side Saunterer Wilmar Onward Hibernia Queen Jarry Keister Queen of Pleasure Taylor Abington Blake Antonia Dungeness Captain Nick Colonel South Monarch Marcus Veach Rodman Billings San Joaquin

Boxing notes reveal farcical $50,000 bet ploy in New Orleans

The piece discusses L A Gourdain’s $10,000 certified check used as a bluff for a $50,000 wager on Fitzsimmons against Corbett, the February fight demand, and widespread betting chatter. It cites prospects for Griffo Walcott, Young Starlight, Kentucky Rosebud, and other boxers, plus Sullivan supporting Fitz.

New Orleans Corbett-Fitzsimmons L. A. Gourdain Fitz Corbett Florida Fitzsimmons Sam Thall Billy Brady Boston Brady Gourdain Young Starlight Kentucky Nick Long Martin Denny England Young Griffo Tommy Connolly Dan Creedon Jim Hall Creedon Griffo Walcott Tom O'Rourke Sullivan Tug Wilson Behan Mike Dunn Tommy Harrington The Coopers Harrington Hefferan Timmy Cribb Club John L. Sullivan Sully John Tim McCarthy Avery Street Tim

Controversy Over 1895 Meet Sparks Stand on Color Line

In a letter to Spencer T. Williams Massachusetts and Asbury Park clash over the 1895 national wheelmen meet. W. W. Watts defends Southern ally New Jersey while condemning Asbury Park’s push and asserting past agreements.

Boston Asbury Park Old Massachusetts Spencer T. Williams W. W. Watts League National Assembly Massachusetts Watts Asbury Galt House New Jersey Denver Henry Crowther Harry Hodges C. W. Fourdrinier Harry Crowther Hodges Fourdrinier Zoston Holmes Block

Buckenberger Quits Pittsburg Baseball Venture

Pittsburg officials report A C Buckenberger and J L Deroy have withdrawn from the effort to locate an American Association club there. They say suitable grounds could not be obtained and continued backing would be unprofitable.

Pittsburg Penn A. C. Buckenberger JL. Deroy

Melrose Bowlers Triumph Over Kernwood In Strong Victory

Melrose Athletic Club defeated Kernwood 2355 to 2062 in a bowling match. Flynn led Melrose with 523 pins while Kernwood’s Bruce was top scorer for his team with 428, just short of Melrose’s lowest score.

Melrose Athletic Club Kernwood Flynn Melrose Bruce

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Glass Kentucky Flyers von Berger Grand Opera House John L Sullivan Desmond Beagles DR. Sweet Roxbury Senate Buckley Democratic John’ W. Corcoran Tremont Prof. Shaw Tremont Street Pure California Wines Dock Square Eos Hall Sanara Electric Js Hallock DR. Hallock Cook Remedy CO Washington St Gook Remedy. CO Sheriff’s Sale Suffolk Friend Street Guinness Alley Pennsylvania Buckhorn Guckenheimer Glenlevit Fred H. Seavey Buckenberger
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