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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1908
Page
5
Mr and Mrs White of Bloomington Illinois assert Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey cured Mrs White of Grippe and restored her vigor. They recommend the tonic to build body brain and nerves and thank the makers for the medicine in a published letter.
An advertisement extols Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as an absolutely pure malt distillation used as a tonic and stimulant. It targets overworked adults and sickly children, claiming health benefits and longevity and warns buyers to obtain only genuine sealed bottles from the Duffy Malt Whiskey Co in Rochester, NY.
Leo McCullough the 26 year old president of the Common Council serves as acting Mayor of Boston while Mayor Hibbard leaves for New York for a playground conference. Hibbard plans to return late in the week and will be joined in New York by Secretary White.
A $320 bill for ward room and Faneuil Hall use during his campaign is to be collected from ex Mayor Fitzgerald. City officials say the Democratic city committee is liable, but the ex mayor must answer as part of an agreement. The total bill reaches $590, reflecting unpaid charges since Sept 22, 1902.
Expert endorsements say whole wheat is the perfect food. Maps Flake describes a 96 hour process to make whole wheat fully digestible and flaked thin for complete nutrient availability. They claim it aids brain and muscle, growth and vitality, asserting other cereals do less.
An advertisement extols Mapl-Flake as the ultimate one food, claiming wheat is cooked in pure maple syrup to create an enticing flavor. It urges trying a package and notes positive reactions from children.
The late Robert W. Lord of Boston filed for probate in Suffolk county. He left about $50,000 to son Charles E. Lord and trustee Aaron H. Latham for relatives, plus public benefactions totaling several thousand dollars to multiple charities and institutions such as Children’s Hospital, Perkins Institution, MSPCC, and the YMCA among others.
Richard Losey a 24 year old laborer arrested on a drunkenness charge chose to remain in Spokane city jail rather than accept a friend’s offer of a $6 bond to gain his freedom. He preferred jail over freedom and did not leave when asked.
In Pottstown Pennsylvania on September 8 a man being shaved by barber Ralph Scheiffly fled the shop with towel around his neck and lather on his face as the barber behaved wildly. Scheiffly was taken into custody after the incident.
The General Acoustic Co advertises the Acousticon as a device that instantly enables the deaf to hear and clarifies articulation by electrically magnifying sound. They invite testing in person or by correspondence, noting success in Washington churches and public buildings and offering to mail a list on request.
An early 1900s style ad promises quick cure for seasickness and train sickness with a money back guarantee. Sold at drug stores and Mothersill Remedy Co. in Detroit and at multiple Boston addresses including Riker Jayney Drug Co. and several Washington Street locations.
Officials in Washington struggle against Mormon influence and Senator Reed Smoot as they face the release of 36 Mormon immigrants previously blocked for receiving church aid. Local authorities fear they will be compelled to admit all but nine of the group.
Nineteen detainees were released after a rush visit by Senator Reed Smoot. Of the remaining 17, eight are expected to regain freedom once immigration officials report. Nine face deportation, eight for physical unfitness and one for polygamy. Local officials claim Washington would have deported all three dozen if not for the national election. The Roe sisters, ages 17 and 19, are cited as flagrant violations, with Washington’s orders to release seen as proof of church influence.
Miss Carolyn Sedley, playing Melitza at Tremont Theatre, may sing the principal Sonia as the Boston engagement ends. Producer Mr. Savage credited her for stepping in at the premiere with Delia as a rescue when Miss Ruby Dale was confined by a cold.
Labor Notes reports Metal Polishers Buffers and Platers Union 95 will form a 25 member joint committee with Brass Workers Union 55 to arrange next year's international convention in the city. The committee meets Friday at 45 Eliot Street.
Catherine E. Hines seeks relief in Superior Court to stop foreclosure and force turnover of a deed and insurance policy on the Charlestown home once owned by her late husband Roger P. Hines. She contends the mortgage transfer to William J. Kelliher and subsequent steps by Kelliher and Allan A. Hooker lacked valid consideration and that she retains dower rights. An order of notice was issued with a subpoena returnable in October.
The Franklin Union building at Berkeley and Appleton streets will be dedicated on Thursday evening September 24 with a distinguished speaker lineup including Charles W. Eliot Lucius Tuttle Hibbard Father Gasson James J. Storrow and Richard Olney. Dr Pritchett will preside and eulogize Benjamin Franklin whose bequest funded the building.
Dr C H Brooks formerly of Hartford died in Mills Hotel New York. He was once a traveling salesman for a drug firm and in 1901 lived on Ely street with his family. He joined St Johns Lodge of Masons and was suspended last year for non-payment of dues.
Washington dispatch reports the War Department sold large supplies of used arms to the C. Hirsch Iron and Rail Company of St. Louis. The weapons include Springfield rifles carbines Lowell Gatling guns and Hotchkiss mountain guns linked to a New York led plan to back a Venezuelan government overthrow aimed for November.
After 40 years Boston Roofers' Protective Union 17 votes to amalgamate with Boston Sheet Metal Workers' Union 17. The unification occurs Tuesday night October 6 at Sheet Metal's headquarters. All in good standing with the roofers will gain admission upon presenting a paid up card.
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