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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1914

Page

7

May Take Control in Haiti

Washington reports that the transport Hancock speeds through the Gulf toward Guantanamo with marines and bluejackets from Vera Cruz. Officials imply that if intervention becomes necessary the United States may establish a financial trusteeship in Haiti and enlarge its current Dominican customs authority.

Washington Hancock Gulf of Mexico Vera Cruz Guantanamo Cuba Haiti San Domingo United States

American policy toward island governments faces tax reform debate

Discussion centers on creating a fair internal and external tax system with proper use of funds. Dominican customs officials say current powers are too limited, with most receipts diverted by the government aside from interest payments on foreign debt, prompting calls for new indebtedness to sustain the state.

Sargent Sentenced to Six Years for Bond Swindle

Gilbert Sargent once respected in Medford Mass under the alias William H Nash was sentenced to a minimum six year term at Eastern Penitentiary after pleading guilty to forgery and false pretense. He faced charges of swindling Lee Higginson Co of Boston and Barcley Moore Co of Philadelphia before his Atlantic City arrest exposing a double life as a churchgoing resident.

Philadelphia Penn Medford Mass Gilbert Sargent William H. Nash Eastern Penitentiary Balbridge Sargent Will Lee, Higginson & Co Barclay, Moore & Co South Broad Street Robert D. Cameron Atlantic City Jekyl and Hyde Rochester N. Y Rogers Boston Robert W. Barnett Cameron Massachusetts

One Cent Lobbying Payment At State House Noted

The record shows J L Hathaway paid attorney Clarence W Rowley one cent for lobbying at the State House on motor vehicle matters. The next lowest sum was two cents paid to Rowley for a taxi stand bill.

State House Clarence W. Rowley Hathaway

Woman on Trial Again in Wil l Wakefield Murder Case

In New Haven Connecticut on July 14 Mrs Bessie J Wakefield was again brought to trial for murder in the first degree with James Plew for the death of her husband William O Wakefield. Four jurors seated so far and 38 talesmen questioned. another panel of 20 to be in court tomorrow.

New Haven, Conn James Plew William O. Wakefield Cheshire Woods Bessie J. Wakefield

Governor Walsh Leads Bathing at Revere Tradition

Governor Walsh, accompanied by his secretary Thomas Connolly and Representative Charles, established a new precedent during a bathing at Revere Beach event last evening. The leaders set a precedent for future Commonwealth heads during public gatherings.

Walsh The Commonwealth Thomas Connolly Charles

McGlue Dives Into Water at Revere State Bathhouse

McGlue of Lynn plunged into the water at the Revere State bathhouse attracting scores of curious spectators as he enjoyed a swim.

Governor Walsh Makes Historic Salt Water Swim at Revere Bathhouse

Governor Walsh and two companions visited the Revere bathhouse for a swim. He swam over 100 yards to a bay raft amid cheering crowds, praising the salt water dip and planning more frequent plunges all summer. Rep McGlue joined the outing and earlier tours of the bathhouse and police grounds were conducted.

Revere Walsh Greater Boston McGlue August Vatter Herbert West Metropolitan Park Police Post Mr. Walsh

Ex Baptist Pastor Darius Lamson Dies in Newtonville

The Rev. Darius F. Lamson retired Baptist minister died last night at his brother John A. Lamson’s home 97 Newtonville Avenue Newtonville aged 81. He had been ill for weeks. His last pastorate was in Manchester by the Sea.

Darius F. Lamson John A. Lamson Newtonville Avenue Newtonville Mr. Lamson Manchester-by the-Sea

Bustle at Faneuil as man flees from officer

Berton Stevenson, described as a cripple, was arrested by a Brighton police officer at Faneuil station yesterday afternoon. He dropped his crutch, tossed it into bushes, then bolted and ran away from the officer.

Berton Stevenson Brighton Faneuil Alliston Stevenson

Stevenson’s Second Escape Shocks Natick Jail Scene

Stevenson's rapid escape from Chief Hiram J. Brown during transfer from Natick to Cambridge jail followed a prior day arrest for drunkenness. He had been sentenced to three months, totaling six months behind bars, after attempting to walk through a train car at Faneuil. He discarded his crutch as he fled toward the track, but police recaptured him.

Stevenson Hiram J. Brown Natick Cambridge Vermont Natick Court Adams Natick Depot Brown Faneuil

Child Dies After Setting Dress Alight With Matches

Six year old Emily Frieze, daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Frieze of 29 Wabon Street Roxbury, obtained matches while mother was away and set her clothing on fire. She was severely burned and died later at City Hospital.

Emily Frieze Henry Frieze Wabon Street Roxbury City Hospital

Sheriff John Quinn's Sister Catherine McPhilomy dies

Catherine E. McPhilomy eldest sister of Sheriff John Quinn died after two months illness at her daughter's home Mrs John J Sullivan in Boston She leaves a daughter four grandchildren and her mother Mrs Hannah Quinn Funeral services set for tomorrow at 10 am at St James Harrison avenue Boston

Catherine E. McPhilomy John Quinn John J. Sullivan Mrs. McPhilomy Fort Hill Boston Sullivan Hannah Quinn St. James Harrison Avenue

Ford Employees at Annual Banquet in New England

About 123 Ford Motor Company workers from the New England branch attended the annual banquet at the New Rockland House yesterday afternoon. Charles E. Fay, manager of the New England branch, was the principal speaker. Other speakers included A. H Fivans and T. R. Ross. A special cabaret highlighted the event with entertainers Samuel Squires Martin Callinan and Albert Coemens.

New England Ford Motor Company New Rockland House Charles E. Fay A. H Fivans T. R. Ross Samuel Squires Martin Callinan Albert Coemens

Dorchester Man Dies After Poison Dose Mistaken as Medicine

Frank Pendergast, 32, of Mayfield Street Dorchester, died at City Hospital yesterday afternoon after swallowing a corrosive sublimate solution believed to be medicine. He took the fatal dose at his home earlier in the day.

Frank Pendergast Mayfield Street Dorches City Hospital

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