Millionaire Hosts Outing for Prince Perkins Children
Two hundred children from Prince Perkins School and 60 parents enjoyed a day at the summer estate of J Willard Hayden in Lexington. It was his second outing for the children with abundant entertainment and warm farewells as the guests cheered the host. The event was organized by Mildred E Brown, Anna E Johnson, and Elizabeth P Cabot.
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Prince Perkins
J. Willard Hayden
Lexing
Hayden
Mildred E. Brown
Anna E. Johnson
Elizabeth P. Cabot
Willard Hayden, JR
Lexington
Boston Playground
Belgians Repulse Germans Near Namur
A Belgian official report says a German force moving toward Eghezee north of Namur was attacked and repulsed this morning. Belgian troops inflicted heavy casualties and captured several machine guns mounted on motor vehicles.
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Brussels
London
Eghezee
Namur
Travel to California on Burlington Route Personally Conducted Tours
Boston readers are invited to book a low cost trip to California on a Burlington Route Personally Conducted Party. A trained escort will accompany the select party, with Pullman Tourist Sleeping Car comforts. Alex Stocks, New England Passenger Agent, C B and Q RR, 284 Washington Street, Boston. Tel Main 4387.
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Burlington
California
Alex Stocks
New Engand
Washington Street
Boston
Boston Germans Resolve on Fair War News Coverage
The German Central Association of Boston and Vicinity unites 23 German societies to demand fair play in European war reporting and urge editors to keep editorial comment free from hatred and prejudice, aligning with nationwide actions.
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German Central Association of
Boston and Vicinity
Resolutions Urge Fair Press Coverage of European Affairs
The document states that the American nation comprises many immigrants, cites a quarter of the population as German by birth or descent, and honors German contributions to U S liberty and industry. It urges unbiased European news coverage, promotes fair play across races, and calls sending copies to all Boston newspapers. Committee members listed: Robert Sturn, Christian Eberhard, Max Otto von Klock.
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Europe
United States
Germany
Union
German Empire
Mexico
Boston
Robert Sturn
Christian Eberhard
Max Otto von Klock
St Paul Due At Liverpool Today
A wireless dispatch said the American liner St Paul, which left New York last Friday for Liverpool, is due to arrive tomorrow evening at her destination after a voyage that began last Friday.
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London
Fastnet
St. Paul
New York
Liverpool
Japan May Join Conflict If Excuse Arises
Washington believes Japan would enter any conflict if offered an excuse under the 1902 alliance with Great Britain. Observers think Tokyo seeks opportunities to aid Britain to impose future obligations on Britain should Japan and the United States clash later.
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Washington
Japan
Great Britain
United States
Great Britain and Japan in the shadow of US tensions
Analysts debate Britain’s likely stance if war breaks out with the United States and consider Japan joining Germany, potentially grabbing Caroline and Samoan Islands. The gain of Samoan holdings would place a strategic point near Tutuila, aiding coal stations and trade routes to the Americas.
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United States
Japan
Great Britain
Canada
Australia
Germany
South Pacific
Caroline Islands
Samoan
Tutuila
South
Central America
Protests Over French Loan in 1914 Letter War Debates
Franz Hugo Krebs of Cambridge protests against Morgan and Co, urging discussion before US approves a French loan to finance the war effort. The letter cites President Wilson and Secretary Bryan and references neutrality issues.
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Franz Hugo Krebs
Cambridge
Gram
Boston Evening Transcript
Washington
J. P. Morgan and Company
State Department
United States
New York, New Haven
Hartford
Franz H. Krebs
Lake View Avenue
Randall Reconsiders Resignation From Prison Commission
Chairman Frank Randall of the Prison Commission has reconsidered his announced intention to resign. The Governor held a conference with Randall over the situation, focusing on appointing a successor to Warden Bridges.
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Frank Randall
Prison Commission
Randall
Bridges
Gillooly Fraud Update Reveals Additional Charity Embezzlement
Boston Finance Commission reports Frederick L. Gillooly, ex-bookkeeper for the overseeing of the poor, stole an additional $3211.80 from city charity funds beyond amounts previously disclosed. The finding follows a prior exposure weeks earlier and details were released yesterday.
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Commission
Gillooly
Wayfarers Lodge
Finance Commission
France Commission
John P. Leahy
Leahy
Langth
Boston’s. Finance Commission
Frederick L. Gillooly
Pains Around the Heart Promoted by Digestive Debility
An advertisement explains that weak digestion and poor nerve force cause stomach discomfort and pressure on the heart. It promotes Dr. Williams' Pink Pills as a tonic to improve digestion, build blood, and strengthen nerves, claiming better appetite and vigor. Free books offered from Dr. Williams Medicine Co. Schenectady.
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Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. Y
Adut
Canada Gears Artillery for Expeditionary Force
Ottawa reports the artillery wing of the Canadian expeditionary division will include 54 field guns in three brigades, 69 officers, 2316 men, 2188 horses, plus a heavy 94 60-pounder battery from Montreal with six officers, 192 men, and 14 horses. An ammunition column comprises 15 officers, 153 men and 709 horses. The unit uses latest guns and well trained crews, may precede infantry, and five thousand horses are being bought.
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Ottawa
Canadian Expeditionary Division
Montreal
Germans Hang Civilians in Belgium Under Army Code
Special correspondent reports German forces in Naestricht Belgium hang rather than shoot civilians accused of firing on them or spying. A fugitive from Glens says he saw three Belgians hanged from a tree branch after alleged window fire on invading troops. Villages under occupation testify to widespread terror.
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Naestricht
Belgium
Glens
Freckles vanish with double strength ethine treatment
A newspaper ad promises removal of freckles using ethine double strength from Riker Jaynes or Houghton and Dutton Co. Apply nightly and morning to see spots fade. The ad claims most skins need only an ounce and offers money back guarantee if it fails.
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Riker- Jaynes
Houghton & Dutton Co
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