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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1909
Page
2
Walter Adams, Framingham town counsel, told the Board of Trade meeting that the town’s borrowing capacity is capped at 120000 dollars, framing the financial burden as the town’s only liability. The remark followed a formal opinion read during the session.
The selectmen decided to change the safe combination and lock all town office doors to prevent confusion in finances. The city clerk was ordered to maintain a ledger of all town keys issued.
Lawrence B. Nelson of Brockton awaiting trial for first degree murder in the July shooting death of Desire Vanderpoele of Abington was moved from the local jail to Taunton Insane Asylum by Deputy Sheriff Joseph T. Collingwood after physicians reported he was not of sound mind.
Five children in the nursery of Shelton Cottage at the Virginia Synod Presbyterian orphans home in Lynchburg were burned to death when the cottage burned out of control early today. Firefighters battled the blaze as authorities investigated the cause and the extent of the damage to the home.
Harvard University plans a comprehensive exhibit at the 1915 Boston Exposition opening next Monday in the old Art Museum. The display will feature a model of a new medical school building eight by four feet and maps of Petersham forest and the university grounds.
Morrell funeral services set for October 27 at 1 30 p m in Forest Hills Cemetery Chapel for Kate A Morrell wife of George Morrell note correct day. Charles C Walgren aged 5 months 17 days buried in Philadelphia. Philadelphia papers asked to copy. Card of thanks from the Newman family for condolences and floral offerings after Mary A Newman’s passing.
S A Sweetser representing Charles Cummings says he is practically penniless. He states Miss Susan Wentworth has no interest or compensation in mining stock placed in her name, a nominal matter. Wentworth, daughter of late Hon A B Wentworth, district attorney for Norfolk, is described as of irreproachable character. A Roxbury flat shows a brief sign of life as a domestic enters and places plants at a window.
The Leyland liner Winifredian departs Boston for Liverpool carrying the year’s largest cargo. Captain F Sheperd commands a shipment exceeding 9000 tons comprising the greatest wheat shipment in five years and the season’s record apple cargo.
The article explains chronic constipation as a prevalent disease linked to intestinal indigestion and dyspepsia, often leading to inflammation of the bowels and appendicitis. It condemns frequent laxative use, promotes treating root causes, and advertises Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets from the F. A. Stuart Co. with a 50 cent price and free sample offer.
Arthur P. Heinze, convicted in June of obstructing justice by advising a witness in the United Copper Company affairs to evade service, was fined 250 dollars and given a 10 day sentence in the New York city prison by Judge Ray. The judge called the offense wilful deliberate and premeditated and refused a stay.
Boston article excerpts reveal Ralph L. Flanders resigning as general manager of the Boston Opera Company citing health and a shift to the New England Conservatory of Music. EBEN W. JORDAN confirms considering his continued executive advisory role. Nearby notes discuss church disputes involving Mrs. Stetson and investigations by First Church trustees, including Hayne Davis and the Strickler inquiry.
The famous will of Patrick Monahan of Charlestown known as the wash tub will was disallowed by Judge Braley of the Supreme Court and an order given for distribution to the heirs at law of the 200000 dollar estate. Francis McGuinness who sought to have the will allowed took an appeal after Judge Grant previously disallowed it due to missing witnesses. The heirs at law include John Monahan of Chicago Bridget Tosney of East Boston Elizabeth McGowan Mary McGowan and Ann McGuinness of Ireland.
The Civil War hero commanded the right wing of Sherman's march, led the Army of the Tennessee, and was brevetted major general in 1865. He helped establish Howard University and served as superintendent at West Point. France awarded him the Legion of Honor in 1884. Survived by six children.
New York Oct 26. Followers of Augusta E Jetson plan to leave the Christian Science movement on November 4 under the influence of messages from Boston church leaders. The split centers on control and doctrine within First Church of Christ Scientist.
Captain J. W. Balano sails from Boston with his wife aboard the Margaret Thomas for Rio de Janeiro on the 18th annual trip. The tug Pallas leads the way to Boston Light. The ship carries 8400 barrels of apples 300 half barrels of pears and 16000 feet of lumber. Ballano expects 50 days at sea with no regular shipment this year.
Joseph B. Bishop of South Boston is charged in a case where a gang allegedly stole over a ton of metal and a horse with its wagon from the stable of Harry F. Brackett at 1238 Columbia road. The thieves reportedly watched the shop, climbed an eight foot fence, forced a rear window, loaded a wagon with metals, then harnessed the horse to the haul after hours.
Miss Florence Marguerite Barbera of Somerville wed Louis Ruggi ero, an Italian businessman, in a ceremony conducted by Rev. Father DeMille at the Lady of Pompeii on Harrison Avenue yesterday.
The Madison A C basketball team, noted for fast play around Boston last season, has reorganized and seeks games with fast teams. Home games will be at Monument Hall every Thursday evening starting November 18. Address Fred H Fitzgerald, 95 Milk Street.
The advertisement promotes Hood's Lotion as ideal for hard rough and irritated skin including inflamed chaps and chafes. It urges readers to buy today at 25 cents.
The Osmo-Chemic Physicians at 18 Boylston Street announce free consultation and exam with X-Ray for those who start or renew treatment by October 20. A limited offer ends October 30 gives one month of all medicines for new or renewing patients to cure chronic diseases. no matter the ailment, the offer applies while supplies last.
Read advertisement promising a consultation and examination with perfected X-Ray at Osmo-Chemic Physicians Room 10 No 18 Boylston St on or before October 30. A month of treatment is offered free with a cured outcome claimed, with only four days remaining.
Mrs Eugene Bigelow of Fayville Southboro Mass long plagued by gall stones and misdiagnosed cancer reports she was completely cured by the Osmo-Chemic Physicians five years ago and has remained symptom free since.
Mr Henry B Robbins of Watertown Massachusetts sought help after local doctors failed for three months to diagnose his excruciating stomach and lumbar neuritis. Osmo-Chemic Physicians examined him thoroughly and pronounced neuritis of the stomach and lumbar region, applying remedies that cured him.
Mr. C. M. Ambrose of Roslindale Massachusetts, now in Mountain View New Hampshire, suffered spinal disease with partial paralysis. His wife and friends were cured of chronic complaints by the Osmo- Chemic Physicians. He says their treatment enabled him to walk again.
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