17 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1913
Page
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The article notes Ambassador Wilson leaving for Washington with several other powers joining in the diplomatic effort. It highlights the shift in regional negotiations and signals evolving alliances. The piece stresses the importance of Washington talks for ongoing policy and regional stability.
Washington July 16 It is understood here that Germany and other European powers complained about the US attitude toward anarchistic conditions in Mexico prompting Ambassador Wilson's summons from Mexico City to confer with President Wilson Secretary Bryan said the step had been in contemplation and could not confirm reports of a foreign representatives meeting in Mexico.
Speculation grows over Ambassador Wilson's return to Mexico City amid Huerta's regime and the Madero Suarez overthrow. President Wilson weighs whether to send a new ambassador, leaving the embassy under Secretary O Shaughnessy if not recalled, with Algara in Washington representing Mexico.
Ignacio Pesquiera, Sonora governor, wires President Wilson urging the United States not to recognize Huerta’s regime. He accuses European powers of backing Huerta to push recognition and claims Mexican forces defend the regular government while U S troops guard American interests and aid is shipped to Los Mochis and Topolobampo.
President Johnson of the American League, in New York, reacts to Jake Stahl being relieved of the Red Sox by Boston club president McAleer. Johnson, who had traveled to Detroit, expresses surprise and vexation at the management shift.
A veteran baseball observer criticizes Donald McAleer for dismissing Stahl as Boston manager mid season in Chicago. Stahl had won the world championship for the American League last autumn and is blamed for the team’s poor play while injuries plagued Gardner Yerkes Wagner Lewis and Wood. The speaker asserts Stahl deserved consideration and faults the league for the abrupt move.
National and American league results show Boston 7 over oe 4, Philadelphia 0 over Chicago 4 in first game, Chicago 6 over Philadelphia 3 in second, Washington 2 over St Louis 6, Cleveland 6 over New York 0, New York 4 over Cleveland 2 in first and second games. American standings include Boston 1 over iea and Cincinnati 3 over Chicago 4, with St Louis 3 to 2 over a fourth team.
A brief note reports water stimulant claims in Ford's area, suggesting it increases appetite and quenches thirst. No further context or sourced details are provided on the effect or origins of the claim.
Senate investigation heard Martin M. Mulhall describe how the National Association of Manufacturers would steer Congress, influence presidential campaigns, and place a member in a future Cabinet. He implicated Roosevelt, Taft, Sherman, Cannon, Aldrich, Hemenway, Foraker, Vorys, Hitchcock and others in letters outlining these aims.
A wireless report from New York states the torpedo boat Fanning, two miles east of the Fire Island light vessel, had its after compartment filling rapidly. The Fanning, along with Jarvis and Jenkins, sailed with battleships Arkansas and Delaware to escort the Brazilian Minas Geraes. The light is about 40 miles east of New York harbor.
The advertisement promotes a regular dinner course offered every night at Boutelle’s. It emphasizes a complete meal for patrons seeking consistent dining options.
Daniel C Foley 37 alias Wilson, living at 530 Columbus Avenue, sought to pose as a Harvard professor authorized to purchase supplies. Police had been searching for him since last April. Inspector Walker Smith arrested him yesterday.
A man identified as Foley, claimed to have served two prison terms for forgery and one in Concord, allegedly used worthless checks to obtain supplies from firms and shipped odd items to Harvard Medical School and a college. Hundreds of merchants were victimized by the scheme including jars, oil, a boat, glassware, lumber, and other goods. A teamster attempted delivery of tin ash cans until instructors noticed and blocked it. Foley feigned shifts as a Harvard professor and as a bereaved brother during visits, last seen at A. C. Eastman on July 1.
Harry P. Mansfield of Roxbury conducted his own cross examination yesterday before pleading not guilty. He later found guilty in the case concerning an alleged theft at a downtown department store, with the defendant defending himself during the trial.
In Centre street Milton yesterday afternoon an auto rolled over injuring five occupants. Mrs Catherine Hurwitch 27 and her son Irwin Kenneth Hurwitch 3 1/2 of 50 Bloomfield Dorchester are in critical condition at Massachusetts General Hospital. Charles H Hurwitch 36 who ran a tailoring business on West street and his niece Miss Ethel Hurwitch 22 were also hurt but discharged after treatment for cuts and scratches.
Mrs Hurwitch suffered severe skull fracture and dislocated shoulder with possible eye damage while Mr Hurwitch endured broken ribs and severe shock. Miss Ethel Hurwitch described the Nantasket trip and fatal skid on Centre street Mil ton after oil on the road caused the auto to overturn. The auto wrecked and the injured were rescued by bystanders before being taken to Massachusetts General Hospital.
Washington reports from Surgeon General Blue describe a malignant smallpox outbreak in Eastern Servia and cholera devastating Bulgarian troops in Macedonia. The crisis threatens thousands of Greeks and Bulgars as the epidemic spreads through the region.
Directors elect Morris McDonald as president and plan further separation from the New Haven. Aug 1 changes retire Byrnes and Horn as vice presidents. William F. Perry retires on July 1, leaving two remaining vice-presidents Campbell and Hobbs.
Two key railway officials, Mr. Campbell and H A Fabian manager of purchases and supplies, are now assigned to both the New Haven and Boston and Maine lines.
Ipswich July 16 The furniture of 15 families evicted from the Ipswich Mills tenements was moved from the streets to the town barn by authorities. Strikers must cover cartage and storage costs to recover their belongings. No further evictions occurred today though residents warned they may be forced from their homes soon.
In Natick on July 16 the police were summoned to quiet a heated selectmen session over a Cape district street’s bid to become a public highway. Lawrence Quirk accused Selectman Pfeifer of personal land interests. Pfeifer denied the charges as the men confronted each other amid near threats.
A spokesman counters claims of a large Canadian facility workforce with 500 workers and more on the way. He denies owning the plant for years, stating no long term ownership or ties to the operation.
Governor Foss rebuts O L Preble charges about wage talks and alleged inducements. He calls the accusations atrocious falsehoods and libelous. Foss explains that workers questioned factory manager Freeman after hours about a 20 percent raise, and that returns would be treated individually rather than arbitrated.
Governor Foss cites Mr Freeman and Mr Preble to argue labor leaders misrepresent facts about factory work at Hyde Park. He says over 500 workers are now employed in shops and rising, calls claims about Gault plant tricks. He predicts fewer strikes if workers learn the truth.
Portland 12m Gloucester 30m Newport Sh 44m earlier. SUN 4:2 MOON 13 days old Sets 3:13 a. m. 198th day of year. Venus rises 1:21 a. m Mars rises 12:14 a. m Jupiter sets 3:29 a. m Saturn rises 1:31 a. m. Light auto lamps tonight before 7:48. Anniversaries: Elbridge Gerry born 1744 King's College opened 1749 First photographing stars experiment 3850 Chauffeur in Rosenthal murder case remembered.
The forecast for New England calls for fair weather and rising temperatures on Thursday and Friday. Light to moderate winds will be mostly from the south, with coastal areas remaining mild.
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