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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1908

Page

2

Glorious Mixup of Floral Tints at Dahlia Show

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society display at Horticultural Hall rivals past years with rich dahlia varieties, herbaceous shrubs, hybrid tea roses, and autumn produce from notable New England estates. R and J Farquhar of Boston lead with a banked bed of multicolored dahlias framed by giant palms.

Massachusetts Horticultural Society Horticultural Hall New England R. and J. Farquhar Boston

Dwyer Won't Probe Linehan Bribery Allegations

Acting District Attorney says a full inquiry into Senator Linehan's charges against railroad representatives will not occur until early next week. Linehan plans to be questioned Monday at the DA's office and may name those involved only if corroboration is possible. He states he refused a bribe on the Senate floor and is ready to cooperate with the grand jury.

Dwyer Linehan District Attorney's Office Einehan Grand Jury Boston @ Worcester Clan-na-Gael Hall South Boston Senate

Storrow Rejects Four-Session School Plan in Boston

James J. Storrow, chairman of the Boston School Board, dismisses a reader’s suggestion to split the day into four sessions. He cites higher running costs, need for extra teachers, and disruption to current schedules as reasons it is impractical for grammar and elementary grades.

James J. Storrow Boston School Board Storrow Vost Boston Inquirer

L Street Brownies Set For Cup Race At Ma honey Baths

Arrangements are complete for the Y street Brownies swimming race for the Ma honey cup off the L street baths today. The event is limited to regular bath attendees with some outside entries under consideration. John Bray of East Boston and Samuel Richards Jr face entry review though not regulars at L street. The program features the Mahoney cup mile and three special matches chosen from entrants.

L Street Y Street Frank X. Mahoney L Street Baths John Bray East Boston Samuel Richards, Jr South Boston

Cuticura Remedies Cure Infant Eczema Severe Itching

A Denver mother recounts eczema starting at about one year old, worsening with first doctor, then improving after using Cuticura Resolvent Soap and Ointment. She credits rapid relief and eventual permanent cure after several months, noting the soap as gentle on sensitive skin.

L. A. Fox Washington Ave Denver Colo

Cuticura Ad Promotes Skin and Health Cure

Rousing defense of Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent Pills for antiseptic cleansing and relief from inflammations irritations and pains. Claims treat anemia chlorosis hysteria nervousness debility and sympathetic ailments, presents complete external and internal regimen for all ages. Potter Drug & Chem Sole Props Boston Mass offers mail order and a Cuticura Book on Skin Diseases.

Potter Drug & Chem Sole Props Boston Mass

Woman Hurls Teapot at Burglar Then Traps Him

Mrs C Villanaux discovers a burglar trying the sideboard in her Philadelphia home and hurls a china teapot at him. She misses but later corners him in the garage where police arrest him.

Philadelphia

Red Eyes and Eyelids and Tired Vision Report

Medical note describes red eyes and eyelids with weak eyes and fatigue. Mentions tonic for marine use, labeled as bye tonic, suggesting a home remedy or patent medicine context. No clear patient or date identified.

Floral aquarium showcases Dentata Superba and foreign grapes

A floral aquarium displays about 30 water blooms and lilies including a Dentata Superba night blooming pond lily from Henry A. Creer of Philadelphia. Foreign grapes from Mrs. John C Whitin estate, directed by William McAllister, won first prize of $25. Exhibition open today 10 am to 6 pm and tomorrow 2 to 6 pm.

Henry A. Creer Philadelphia John C. Whitin William McAllister

Record Pace Marked Early In 24 Hour Brighton Race

Under bright lights before 20,000 spectators, 11 high powered autos began a 24 hour race at Brighton Beach. Sartori was badly hurt in a early accident as Robert son led after two hours with 101 miles and set a strong pace on the tight circular track. Crane and Michener traded positions as Robertson tied the three hour American mark with 146 miles.

New York Brighton Beach Sartori Roosevelt Oyster Bay Robertson Crane Michener

Banquet Highlights Siegel Club Ahead of Anniversary Sale

Harmony and good fellowship marked the Henry Siegel Goodfellowship Club banquet at Hotel Thorndike. Members announced next Monday’s anniversary sale with promises of record fall prices and stronger store progress since opening three years ago. Music and speeches accompanied the event with toastmaster Philip Greeley and president R G Alexander presiding.

Charles Piers R. G. Alexander Philip Greeley Siegel Commonwealth of Massachusetts Boston Kanrich Louise Schroeder Frank Vennett Elizabeth Grady

Brookline Actress Joins Boston Theatre Season

Miss Gertrude Binley of Brookline will lead principal roles as the Boston Theatre stock company opens its season on October 5. Known in Boston social and dramatic circles, she has progressed on the professional stage, including work with the Criterion Club and in The Private Secretary, and has starred with Chara Bloodgood and Nance O Neill before seeking release when O Neill went to Australia.

Boston Theatre Stock Company Gertrude Binley Brookline Clyde Fitch Chara Bloodgood Girl With the Jessie Busley Nance O'Neill Miss O'Neil Australia Miss Binley

Cotton Spinners Endorse Woman Suffrage

The International Cotton Spinners Union convention approved woman suffrage with all 50 delegates in attendance endorsing the measure.

Cotton Spinners’ Union

Tripp County lands opened by Roosevelt proclamation

President Roosevelt signed a proclamation opening the Tripp county portion of the Rosebud Indian lands in South Dakota. Judge James W. Witten is named to supervise registration and drawing set for October 5 to 17 in Chamberlain and Presto. The 838000 acre tract adjoins Gregory county lands opened in 1904.

Roosevelt Rosebud South Dakota Tripp County James W. Witten Chamberlain Presto Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Gregory County

Revere Carnival Rejects Life-Slide Feature

The Metropolitan Park Commission through the Revere police chief announced it would not sanction a proposed life slide by Fred Ullwen from the Nautical Garden tower into the surf. The carnival committee plans to consult counsel on a plan to run the feature without infringing park rights.

Metropolitan Park Commission Revere Revere Beach Fred Ullwen Nautical Garden Carnival Committee Catherine Lee Lucy Larkins Irving Fine Boston Harry Goldstein Sarah Hilton Margaret Baldwin Charlestown

James Madison Hilton, Noted Boston Produce Dealer, Dies

James Madison Hilton aged 70, treasurer of Tremont Temple and longtime produce dealer on South Market Street, Belmont resident, died at his home on Cushing Avenue. He was a prominent figure in market circles with broad business ties in Boston.

James Madison Hilton Tremont Temple Cushing Avenue Belmont Hilton South Market Street Boston Agnew Charlestown John Annie E. Agnew Ferrin Street St. Catherine’s Church Belton Clifford L Thomas Mary I. Belton Bulger Everett Street Sullivan Winthrop Arthur Eleanor Sullivan Cronin

High Grade Shoes Sale Inaugurated By Sheinwald Syndicate

The Sheinwald Shoe Syndicate at 40 42 Summer street launches a new record sale of $18 000 stock from Luddy Currier George Snow and the Crocketts. Shoes priced near factory rates and a money order department open to distant buyers and Boston residents alike.

Luddy & Currier Sheinwald Shoe Syndicate Summer Street George Snow the Crocketts Boston

Distinguished Mexican praise for Peruna from Dr. Augustin Rivera

Mexico City physician Augustin Rivera endorses Peruna for nasal catarrh after claiming remarkable results in stubborn cases. He offers a formal testimonial to the Peruna Medicine Co praising the remedy and urging its use among his customers.

Augustin Rivera Mexico City Mexico Peruna Medicine Co Augustin Rivera, M. D

Prisoner Pays Five Dollar Fine With 500 Pennies

Municipal Court session reports Joseph Harris arraigned for exceeding ordinance time in the market district. He offered a bag of 500 pennies to Court Officer Peter Hanley as the $5 fine was counted in public view. The crowd shared a wink as the slow-counting began. Judge Sulii-

Peter Hanley Joseph Harris Hanley Harris Sulii

Acousticon Hearing Device Promises Instant Deafness Cure

An advertisement for the Acousticon claims a small inconspicuous device can restore hearing for most deaf individuals. It highlights immediate relief, testing free of charge, no purchase pressure, and widespread use in churches and theaters, with the device said to magnify sound by 400 percent. The General Acoustic Co based at 15 Pemberton Square Boston invites readers to call or write for at home testing.

Washington General Acoustic CO Pemberton Square Boston

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