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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1909
Page
4
A historical notice describes automatic markdowns in the Tunnel Bargain Basement with staged price cuts after set days. It notes most items sell on the first reduction and any remaining stock is cleared within hours or within five weeks.
The pioneer miller of Springfield Clark County Ohio, famed for shaping educational and industrial growth, remains vigorous at 85 thanks to Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey. Barnett says it serves as a tonic for the old, using whiskey as medicine.
An ad extols Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a powerful tonic and remedy aiding in destroying disease germs and restoring tissues. It claims effectiveness for consumption pneumonia grippe bronchitis coughs colds malaria and wasting conditions. It warns buyers to insist on genuine product with the Old Chemist trademark and sealed bottle.
Native Bell owned by Edward Thompson of Northport New York and driven by Thomas W Murphy won the world record for two year trotting fillies in the second heat of the Horse Review Futurity junior division. She led early then paused near the finish to jog home, tying with Trampfast for world honors. time 2 12 1/4 with quarters 33 1 4, 1 05 1 4, 1 38, 2 12 1 4.
A photograph showing a woman with head removed was taken yesterday on Washington street near W. L. Douglas store at 10 30 am A $5 reward is offered for the unidentified lady to call at the City Editor’s room of the Post between 3 pm and 5 pm wearing the same costume.
Chin Bow a Chinese laundryman at 152 Bryant street caused a stir near Suffolk square by firing a revolver at a crowd of boys around 10:30 pm. He fired six shots while pursued by Patrolman Frank Lenahan and was finally taken to the station house after resisting.
A revival meeting at the Baptist Church in Boston Georgia was disrupted when wasps swarmed from nests behind the pulpit. The preacher urged sinners to the mourning bench as thousands of yellow jackets attacked attendees, singling out both saints and sinners.
A switching engine from Watertown derailed on track 3 near the Elm and Jackson street bridges around 10:39 PM after passing a red signal. It crashed into the 10:16 PM Boston train, causing damage to the dead head coach but injuring no one.
Richmond, September 29. Printer Charles Senf placed a card reading Deadcome in on his front door then went to his room at 4 pm and shot himself in the head, dying instantly. Neighbors found the body shortly after seeing the note.
An advertisement extols Marmola tablets as a safe method to remove body fat without dieting or strenuous effort. It claims the pills stop fat production and dissolve 12 to 15 ounces daily, priced at 75 cents per case and available through Marmola Co. in Detroit Michigan.
Prominent Vermonters attended the funeral of former Governor Charles J. Bell at his Walden home. Notables included former Governor Fletcher D. Proctor and Lt Governor John A. Mead along with state officials. Interment followed in North Walden. Memorial Hall and Mandall Hall reopened with meal plans and access details for the new term. University activities include President Lowell occupying Eliot House, inaugural preparations for the new president, and faculty changes with several resignations and emeritus appointment.
Harvard begins its 1912 to 1913 term with a large incoming class feared to be among the biggest in recent years. Registration for freshmen is pending, while upperclassmen register. The class of 1913 will meet in Lever Hall for the first time as an organization. Classes start tomorrow across Cambridge departments with courses at 9 am and first meetings set for Friday and Saturday.
At Longwood Cricket Club Boston Eleonora R Sears defeated Edna Wildey 6-2 6-3 in women singles with Wildey showing late fight. Evelyn Sears beat K Tweed 6-1 6-3 while Margaret Shurtleff edged EW Smith 6-2 0-6 6-3. Doubles featured Barger-Wallach and Chapman advancing in rounds as Wildey tallied few points in afternoon play.
Parker Norton owner of the Mineola Press and Edward Baker proprietor of the Mineola garage were killed instantly when their car collided near Mineola as they returned with Leo Stevens the aeronaut whose balloon had just descended after a long flight over New York City and Long Island.
Labor notes report last night in Wells Memorial building where Wood Wire and Metal Lathers Union 72 indorsed the hatters strike and Brewery Workers Union contention. Delegates were urged to attend Chelsea Central Labor Union elections on Thursday Oct 14. Fred Chatman elected president of Boston Pattern Makers Association with officers named. Three applicants admitted at Noddle Island Assembly S789 IK of JU. Electrical Workers Union 396 voted weekly donations for striking batters. Mayor Thibbard invited city electricians to receive union wage of $4.
Rare sale at Wolf’s My Clothier corner Hanover and Portland where Contoocook underwear items are discounted. Single A shirts and drawers drop from 1.50 to 1.25 while Double AA pairs fall from 2 to 1.50, offered this week only.
In Woodstock Connecticut Constantine Brunn a prosperous farmer shot and killed his sister Freida and fatally wounded his brother Dr A F Brunn a veterinary surgeon after failing to get an answer to a telephone call He then shot himself in the mouth dying instantly The wounded Dr Brunn aged 45 a married man with a son and his sister 41 are named sources state the killer was 49 a widower.
Brunn, in a nervous, excitable state, went to his brother Dr Brunn’s home to use a telephone. After failing to obtain an answer he drew a revolver and fired at his sister Kreida in the dining room, the bullet piercing her heart and killing her instantly. Dr Brunn began to react as the tragedy unfolded.
Newlyweds Arthur A. Hornberg and Ina A. Strong were hand and foot restrained, placed in a waiting car, and driven through Spokane’s main streets after a marriage at Mrs. Florence A. Smith’s home. A megaphone-wielding participant announced the wedding as the couple departed.
Daily fire report lists 11: hi a m at box SS 127 Pembroke Street with George Birkeley and no loss. 7 25 p m at Providence Street and Free Street near Hotel Thorndike with no Oss indicated.
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