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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1894
Page
2
Munyons cures remain popular in Boston after free distribution of 20000 vials. Old school doctors see patients cured when other remedies failed, boosting public trust. Retail pharmacists report fewer prescriptions from physicians as Munyon’s method grows. A 25 cent bottle is offered to seekers.
Open all day and evening Sundays 2 to 5 p.m. Munyon's Homoeopathic Remedy Company operates at Hotel Pelham corner Tremont and Boylston streets Boston offering free mail order Guide to Health and full medical examinations.
A Medford Street trio Bobbie Kenney Johnny Ney and Bobbie Green toured New York last week seeking jockey dreams and Bowery thrills. Police interrupted plans at Grand Central Depot seizing a bowie knife and thwarting a race track visit. All three return home under watchful eyes with schooling and Medford street routine awaiting them.
Sept 13 in Marlboro Freddie Lafleur, son of Louis Lafleur, was fatally burned when his clothes caught fire while playing with matches. He succumbed to the injuries this afternoon.
Hyde Park football players named for the season have begun practice. The squad includes Harry Hayward 175 and Charles House 198 among others, with weights from 149 to 290 pounds. They prepare to meet Tufts College eleven at an early date.
North Easton on September 13 reports Oliver Ames showing marked improvement in health. Friends and neighbors, who hold the ex-governor in high regard, note his frequent street appearances and toast his resilience amid retirement speculation.
In Ward 19 the Coakley and Dolan campaigns challenge Martin Reagan as the O’Neil-Fitzgerald race stays vigorous. Across Massachusetts the GOP and Democratic ballots spark a crowded field with Cogswell and Crosby facing renomination tests, and leaders expect intense contests in multiple districts including the seventh and tenth, with Barrett and Hayes staking outcomes that could ripple statewide.
The Honorable Oliver Ames, Massachusetts Governor, shows marked improvement after a period of heart concerns. He has returned from Europe to North Easton, rests with family, and follows a careful routine. Doctor Coggswell calls the change encouraging and anticipates a permanent phase of recovery, while the family notes renewed vigor as he plans work on the new schoolhouse and a residence for his son.
Pawtucket hosts the ninth annual New England Veteran Firemen's Association muster with about 20,000 spectators. Bands, bunting, and sunlit parades mark the day as towns compete in squirting contests at the Goff lot. Cambridge wins with a 195 ft 10 in score. Roxbury and Fall River also compete amid enthusiastic crowds.
The veteran firemen of Charlestown were given a hearty welcome home last evening despite not winning honors at Pawtucket. Main Street crowded with spectators, shops and houses decorated, as the men paraded from Main Street to Sullivan Square and back to Hancock Square. An informal spread awaited the crews at the Cadet Armory after the parade.
The Old Hancock No. 1 and Somerville Veteran Firemen’s hand tub shone at the New England Veteran Firemen muster in Pawtucket. After 11 pm the veterans marched from Union square to Ladder’s house, greeted by Aldermen Hamblin and Gilbert, with cannon, rockets, and a celebratory spread awaitin g them. New brooms signified victory as no speeches followed due to the late hour.
Dick O Brien of Lewiston and Joe Donovan of Portland battled six rounds at Spring street rink in a hard fought draw. O'Brien pressed early and threatened knockouts, while Donovan absorbed punishment but delivered sharper blows as the rounds progressed, earning a late standing contest due to stamina. Referee was Charles Cheltra of Bath.
The boxing match between Tommy Ryan of Chicago and Billy Layton, planned for St Joseph, was moved to an island outside city limits after a mayoral ban on a city exhibition. The bout occurred there with Ryan stopping Layton in the fourth round.
Free examinations and medical attendance will be provided by Dr Dewey the specialist to all people during hard times. Offices in Hotel Pelham at 74 Boylston street open daily 9 to 1 and 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 p m Sunday 10 to 4 p m Wednesday and Thursday evenings closed.
The piece notes a Republican contest with mentions of possible candidates and accuses several Democratic federal officials in Fall River and New Bedford of openly working for Randall's re election, highlighting unusual cross party activity.
Senator Fitzgerald's day in Boston covers office visits at room 44 and Hemenway building, work at 10 Tremont Row, meetings with Ward Democratic leaders, and a lunch with State headquarters. He handles delegational changes in Wards 16 17 and 18, meets Hayes and McClellan, and attends events at Ward 12 HQ and the Columbia Rowing Association reception.
Congressman O Neil of the ninth district worked two hours with delegates and supporters, faced desertions from Fitzgerald backers, and planned a quiet campaign. He sought endorsements, handled a large mail load, and praised a Washington pension grant to Lieutenant Patrick Lee. Evening visits to South End wards yielded fresh assurances of loyalty.
Yesterday marked the final day for filling vacancies and adjusting ward delegations. Senator Fitzgerald and Chairman Donovan managed changes as Ward 2 saw Robinson replaced by Cody and Sanders joining. Ward 3 saw Holden and Harrington exit with Doherty and Shea taking spots. Ward 8 additions included Leflouice and Lambert for Crowley and Sheehan, while Ward 12 added Mackey for McIntyre. The Caucus Reform Club took over in Ward 11 replacing the regular caucus slate, with five officers shifted.
A brief listing notes spring accessories available at Bell's Temple Place. Docents will showcase main springs as a featured item with a cleaned unit priced at one dollar.
In Ward 16 Gerald delegation and Bernard Mulvaney Robert Desmond and Meyer Daniels were substituted. Ward 17 saw three resignations from the Fitzgerald ticket, with James E Moors Richard F Field and Daniel F Costello replacing Edward F Lally Samuel Arronson and James F Quinn. Ward 18 withdrawals by William Flannagan Dennis H Mahoney and Edward Murphy led to Sylvester Whalen John IL O Neil and Eugene Quigley joining, while Frank T Lennon left the O Neil ticket and Samuel OBrien joined. Lennon now heads the Fitzgerald ticket in Ward 18. James J Galvin resigned as warden in Ward 19. Most changes by Senator Fitzgerald were at delegates’ requests to strengthen the ticket, except those in Wards 16 17 and 18.
James G. Galvin resigns as ward 19 warden triggering a caucus selection. Two tickets remain Reagan Rafferty and Coakley Rush with Dolan opposing Reagan. Coakley backers rally with speakers Hannigan Hughes and Dowd slated for the Bath House tonight.
Time for filing Republican nominations for delegates to conventions expired at 9 last night. Each ward presents three tickets for Congress with Barrett Hayes and an unpledged list. Wood and Maccabe run for the Senate with tickets in each ward. Irving Social Club members and Ward 9 Republicans pledged support for Teamoh and Meyer, with a five member rallying committee appointed.
Worcester September 13 The Prohibition State convention in Association Hall nominated Alfred Wells Rich Ardison for Governor Samuel B Shapleigh for Lt Governor Wilbur D Farnham Jr for Secretary of State John M Fisher for Treasurer Wilbur M Purring ton for Auditor Frank M Forbush for Attorney General and Charles E Miles for Congress in the eleventh district Hubbard Lawrence for Congress in the second district The platform urged liquor suppression eight hour workday free ballot woman suffrage immigration laws and non partisan tariff measures.
At Fleetwood Park New York Trotting Horse Breeders Association events produced top trotting and pacing results for 3 year olds and older horses. Parkville Farm purse winners included Coin cident and Maud B with times to 2:19 1 4 and 2:16 1 2. Special exhibitions featured Eagle Princess Baron Rose and Winola setting fast laps.
The American Wringer Co. at 13 and 15 Broadway extension lists itself as a manufacturer of wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. It offers repairs for all kinds of wringers and sweepers and promises prompt mail orders. Telephone call Tremont 7.
A medical advertisement for Dr Myron EB Leclerqu proposes a natural law of cure through tissue cell building and constitutional treatment for brain and nervous system diseases. It promises relief for paralysis, ataxia, long standing functional difficulties, and degraded constitutions, citing a practice at Graton Street opposite Garden, Graton, Massachusetts.
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