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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1913
Page
2
Margaret Crowe six died after sparks from a nearby bonfire ignited her clothing as she played with others near her grandmother’s house. Her sister Katherine five watched, and Mrs Crowe tried to save her daughter before she died at St John’s Hospital.
The Fall River Iron Works cotton cloth plant reopened after a shutdown begun May 12. About 5000 to 6000 workers were present, with several departments active and full operation expected to take several weeks.
Daily Graphic reports Prince Arthur of Connaught will likely succeed his father Prince Arthur as Governor General of Canada. London dispatch notes decision appears virtually assured after discussions in London.
Poslam offers rapid relief and lasting eradication of eczema salt rheum rashes pimples and all skin diseases. A single overnight application shows results with relief from itching and redness. Poslam Soap kept daily improves skin color and texture and air druggists sell Poslam and Poslam Soap with free samples available from Emergency Laboratories New York City.
A proposed Germanic Museum next to Kirkland Street and Frisbie Place remains a weathered box as Harvard Professor Arnold blocks construction. Prominent German donors and Kaiser plans sparked a grand 130 foot tower, Gothic halls, and priceless art, but Arnold’s refusal halted the project and delayed shipments of artifacts.
The United States presses for constitutional government in Mexico as Huerta rejects peace suggestions. Officials expect a presidential message to signal long term policy, while urging neutrality and safe withdrawal for Americans from danger zones. White House talks involve 37 committee members with Bryan present as the reading begins.
In Rockland Maine on August 25 20 year old Carl Perry and his bride to be Angie Spear were found dead in a motor boat drifting in Penobscot Bay. Each was shot with a revolver and investigators seek whether it was murder or a fatal pact. No note or motive is known. The couple had recently graduated Rockland High School and were engaged to marry. The boat was towed ashore by Harry Dyer and Coroner M P Judkins opened an inquiry. The pair were prominent locals with ties to athletics and social circles. Police questioned fishermen and battmen who were in the bay yesterday seeking witnesses and shots heard.
Washington reports the conference ended shortly before 11 after the President read his message and opened a free discussion lasting over an hour. He invited input and said most attendees had remarks, with no suggestions requiring plan changes and the message set to be read to both houses if Mexico City offers no new developments.
O Gorman Williams Swanson Pomer ene McCumber Lodge Smith of Arizona and Borah of Idaho appear among names. From the House committee there were Representatives Flood of Virginia chairman Cline Indiana Linthicum Maryland Difenderfer Pennsylvania Stedman North Carolina Harrison Mississippi Walker Georgia Cooper Wisconsin and Temple Pennsylvania.
The State Department reports that Edmond Hayes Jr and a Black man named Tom were killed in an attack by Mexican Federals on Madera Lumber Co employees at Madera Mexico. General Cordoba arrested those implicated. Property near Babicora owned by Mrs Phoebe Hearst was defended. several killed on both sides. The embassy was told to pursue 28 independent guerillas who killed Ben Griffin and wounded Archer Parks near Madera. A special medical mission was sent to Torreon to prevent disease outbreaks and several people were confirmed safe.
Douglas Ariz Aug 25 Stuart Hunt American ranch owner and cattle man of Sonora with two of his men were arrested on charges connected to cattle dealings without consultation. The case centers on Hunt’s alleged actions in handling cattle transfers and related agreements.
An American, Hunt, was arrested today at Fronteras on charges of acting as an enemy to Sonora state government and was imprisoned by order of insurgent Governor Jose Maytorena. Accused of buying cattle seized by the state from a wealthy federal sympathizer, his case drew attention as cattlemen on both sides seek release through constitutionalist leaders.
In Michoacan at Senator Eduardo Iturbide's Western ranch, Arthur Lawton a British subject and Eric Von Thaden a German were murdered. They carried a large sum of money for payroll when killed. Bandit attackers fled, authorities vow punishment. Lawton was connected to England and linked to Mrs. Zelia Nuttall. Von Thaden's mother is American. The British minister has been notified.
President Wilson's personal representative John Lind will depart Mexico City for Vera Cruz and then sail soon, with William Bayard Hale possibly joining. Rumors claim General Trevino may become provisional President, but no confirmation. General Diaz heads toward Japan and is reportedly summoned back to Mexico City.
Massachusetts Governor Foss announces an independent bid with a platform featuring taxation reform, prison reform, labor leadership investigation, anti New Haven railroad monopoly stance, and a strike handling record. He predicts broad cross party support and plans speeches in Worcester and French territories, signaling a historic campaign style.
The fishing schooner John J Fallon arrived at T wharf with its flag at half mast for crewman Gus Nelson of Liverpool Nova Scotia who drowned after his dory overturned last Tuesday. Teammate Thomas Delorey narrowly escaped harm while attempting the rescue.
Washington August 25 Senate debate over the tariff bill includes free list ratification with reserved commodities and an amendment to move trust controlled articles to the free list. Discussion on free paper schedule and a lively clash over Southern and New England cotton mills featured the session.
Democratic leaders push for rapid passage of the bill as a lengthy debate unfolds over New England and Southern cotton mill conditions. Lippitt describes child labor and wages in the South, while Smith counters with Southern wages below New England. Free raw wool approved without a roll call. other items set for future consideration.
Health and Beauty Advice column offers home remedies for weight loss using parnotis, hair removal with delatone, dandruff and oily scalp treatment with quinzoin and spurmax lotion, hair cleansing with canthrax, and an eye tonic with crystal. Readers Laura and Anna comment on skin and eye care.
Advertisement advises using Kardene blood, kidney and liver tonic to improve skin. It prescribes mixing kar dene with alcohol, sugar, and hot water to make a quart and taking a tablespoon before meals. Claims include cleansing poisons from the system and preventing illness.
A home preparation claims to reduce wrinkles and restore skin tone. Cora recommends dissolving almoroin in cold water with glycerine, applying nightly, and promising immediate soft satin skin and whitening effects. References Mrs. Martyn’s Beauty book for four dollars.
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