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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
1
The note reiterates U.S. resolve to keep troops across the border and warns that Carranza cannot easily prevent overt acts if he wished. American sentiment toward Mexicans grows bitter as the United States braces for trouble and has taken steps to protect its citizens in Mexico.
Adjutant General Charles H. Cole announces readiness as 6000 Massachusetts volunteers prepare to camp at South Framingham. The force, the state's largest mobilization to date, is fully equipped except for horses, which are obtainable quickly.
General Carranza reaffirms that any movement of American troops south of the border will be met with resistance. President Wilson’s advisers see a potential Mexican war if Carranza rejects the recall demand. The note demanding Pershing’s withdrawal, a 6000 word reply, is ready for publication and may be delivered via Eliseo Arredondo.
In Portland Maine Ernest W Cox advertising manager of Houghton and Dutton Company and Blanche Morin fashion plate artist both of Boston are dying at Maine General Hospital after a collision between an express train and their automobile. Helen Olson the third occupant escaped serious injury pins were removed by cushions and the accident occurred at West Scarboro crossing near Pine Point at the foot of an incline.
The article explains how investors and trustees now gain access to taxable municipal and seasoned railroad and corporate bonds after new tax laws. It cites a 5 percent bond bought at par yielding about 4.70 percent after tax and offers Investment Circular P 305 and a booklet on Massachusetts income tax on request.
Today's page notes Victoria’s 1837 ascension as Queen of England and recalls a British cruiser Roxbury that survived a torpedo strike one year ago. Also mentions a Waterfront Calendar cross reference and a 7:54 p.m. vehicle light reminder.
Washington reports fair skies for New England and eastern New York on Tuesday and Wednesday. Temperatures expected to be seasonable with moderate westerly winds. Local forecast covers Boston and surrounding areas with stable conditions.
Average yesterday's temperature reported as 65 degrees with a range 18 to 24 at Thompson's Spa. The record notes yesterday's high and low figures amid garbled data, referencing 15 and 16 and a comparison to last year’s values of 71 and 20 to 24.
A $50,000,000 banking credit was completed today between five New York and Boston financial houses and the Russian government, announced from Petrograd via London. The move signals major financial backing for Russia during wartime.
New York and Boston banks including City National Bank Guaranty Trust J P Morgan Lee Higginson and Kidder Peabody announced on June 13 a 50 million dollar loan to the Russian government secured by a deposit of 150 million rubles with American banks and an option to purchase 100 million rubles in Russian 6 12 percent bonds at 94 3 4.
The American League game saw New York defeat Cleveland 7 to 6. In the National League, St Louis beat Cincinnati 3 to 1 and Philadelphia defeated Brooklyn 8 to 2 in the first game, while the second game was rained out or suspended. Boston vs New York also affected by rain.
Mrs Madeleine Talmage Force Astor and Brooklyn fiancé William Karl Dick plan a Santa Barbara bungalow wedding trip. Massachusetts militia to three months paid leave for city employees on active duty. Mayor Curley orders debated by Boston City Council. Militia officers hold key city posts among various departments.
Mrs. Astor marks her 24th birthday in seclusion at Isle Cote on the George Van derbilt estate amid wedding rumors. The planned wedding remains set for Thursday at 2 PM in St Saviour's Church Mt Desert with Rev A C Larned officiating, though details were not disclosed.
A patriotic performance at the Boston Theatre drew cheers from a large audience last evening. Red, white and blue costumes, khaki outfits, songs and tableaux stirred the crowd as the Preparedness Revue became a nationwide talk.
As diplomatic steps moved forward the nation surged with guardsmen mobilizing to guard the border. About 100000 or more prepared for active service under President Wilson's order.
Chairman Hay of the military affairs committee is expected to seek immediate House action on a joint resolution authorizing the President to draft the National Guard for foreign service. The measure would make available the National Guard summoned yesterday by President Wilson for service in Mexico if a large scale invasion becomes necessary.
Secretary Baker forwarded the proposed measure to Mr Hay with a demand for immediate passage. Officials expected action this afternoon if the resolution had reached Mr Hay before adjournment. A later conference with Baker confirmed the War Department’s interest in the resolution.
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