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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1910
Page
9
A lightning bolt struck the Lenox Golf clubhouse during late afternoon, starting a fire and stunning several golfers and cad dies inside. Duncan Cryder of New York had a glass knocked from his hand by the blast, which toppled upright on a table.
Mr Cryder escaped unharmed as a fire on the roof was quickly doused by the Eo and Charles J Smith. C Howard White rushed to the blaze after winning a game at the Aspinwall Hotel. Mrs Samuel J Seligman and Miss Cecile Seligman were frightened while lightning shattered a pine nearby. Rain drenched hundreds on the grounds.
The Sunday Post previews next week’s issue of the King’s Courier tales. It hints at a clever stratagem that allegedly prevented the Kaiser from declaring war on France during a critical period.
The veteran pitcher Cy Young may retire at season end with a major benefit game planned to raise profits for the Paoli farm. The event aims to support the farm’s financial stability and honor Young’s long career.
A historic ad promises one month’s treatment free for Hay Fever and Asthma patients who start or renew by September 10. It includes consultation, examination with X Ray, and medicines. A testimonial from Mr. Hafferty praises the cure and regained health after prior doctors failed.
Mr. Patrick Hafferty of Roxbury Massachusetts has lived in the city 12 years. A cold months ago developed into bronchial asthma despite treatment by several physicians. He fears progression to consumption or tuberculosis as night sweats sleepless nights and a hacking cough worsen his condition.
A list of diagnostic questions about chronic coughing and bronchial symptoms is presented. Questions cover appetite, night sweats, frothy or yellow sputum, spitting up lumps, pains inside, fatigue, and reactions to fatty foods. The tone resembles a medical or clinical checklist for lung issues.
The GsmO Chemic System of J Plnnkett M D is listed as a medical office with chief consulting physician in Boston Massachusetts. Permanent offices are described as Suite 8 D 10 entrance No 18 Boylston St with daily hours 9 am to 12 pm 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm closed Sundays.
Pomeroy marked 34 years in solitary confinement at Charlestown State Prison. Entered at 16 for killing Horace Millett in 1875, he has lived apart from society, educated by books, with minimal contact aside from his mother and officials.
Mayor Fitzgerald and Police Commissioner O Meara trade typewritten notes on litter swept from the Ames building into the street by janitors and caretakers. The mayor urged caution. the commissioner urged witnesses to file complaints and offered police accompaniment to identify the sweeper.
Boston Police Commissioner Stephen O'Meara replies to Mayor John Fitzgerald detailing that sweeping litter from buildings into streets is illegal, and outlines steps to pursue a police case. He says witnesses can testify, officers accompany witnesses to identify the sweeper, and proceed to municipal court for a summons and possible appeal.
An ad extols Grape-Nuts served with cream or milk highlighting its crisp nutty taste and the value of chewing. It notes factory processing pre-digests starch, aiding flavor and digestion, and encourages reading The Road to Wellville to learn why Grape-Nuts fans stay healthy.
William B. Waring a 39 year old longshoreman from 24 Walnut Street Chelsea attempted death by his own action in a Chel Sea police station jail cell at 10 30 last night by tying a belt around his neck and hanging from it Officers cut him down and he will probably recover Earlier in the evening Waring was arrested by Sergeant M Hebblethwaite on a charge of being drunk
Frederick J. Rowe aged 57 prominent Cambridge businessman died at his Douglas street home after a long illness He was born in Plymouth England and came to the United States twenty years ago He leaves a wife and one son
Councillor William F. Murray who seeks Congress in Massachusetts ninth district marks his 29th birthday born in East Boston on September 7 1981. A public meeting to support his candidacy is set for Lyceum Hall East Boston at 8 o clock with many prominent speakers planned.
In Newport Rhode Island George Watson of New York and Alfred Vanderbilt of Portsmouth Rhode Island faced a close three day show ending with Vanderbilt ahead 33 ribbons to 27 though Watson led in blues and dozens of class wins. The Duke driven by Mrs Belle Reache Bain won the basket phaeton class and harness horse class. Julian Morris dominated jumping with 16 ribbons led by Taconite and Florham entries.
John Henry comes back from his honeymoon and finds a new flat. He plans a friends reception and promises a humorous aceodad of experiences in next Sunday's Post.
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