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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1916
Page
1
A rapid mobilization sweeps Massachusetts with men sent to Framingham today and orders to proceed south at once. The entire Bay State force will be ready by nightfall as recruiting stations report a remarkable surge in volunteers. Regiments are to march through Boston today.
A poem describes submarines with coded names and marks on their hulls. They stalk airships and locate mines while proceeding through convoy lanes. The verse notes the trade’s grim rituals and uses imagery of funnels, screws, and signs of fuel as warning cues.
A poem contrasts prize courts with secret aims and unseen actions behind war and peace. It notes no flags, no public fuss, no yarns printed, as censored deeds go unseen. Referencing Carranza and Lansing, it hints at political warnings shaping actions.
An American soldier was captured today by Carranza troops at Casas Grandes in Chihuahua and held for several hours. The soldier was released after Brigadier General J. J. Pershing, expeditionary commander, sent a demand warning that retaliation would follow if the man were kept longer.
London June 2 The origin of the title The Trade for submarine service remains unclear with some claiming cruisers coined it as they claim submarine officers hold specialized posts and duties.
Fragmentary dialogue suggests debate over a term for submarine workers, with some saying it arose on the lower deck and others believing it to be self-originated. The passage notes they use proper names and that the service is now nicknamed “The Trade” with a shrug about the name’s logic.
Daisy Ellen Hickson eight was killed instantly when struck by an automobile owned and driven by Charles H Elwood twenty one a clerk of Talbot avenue North Billerica The crash also injured Molly Fairbrother seven who may not survive the injuries two local children were playing along the road when the vehicle struck them the driver is identified and local authorities investigate the incident
In Talbot Park two girls darted into the road, Daisy Hickson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hickson, was run over and killed. Her companion, a Fairbrother child, survived with a broken leg and head injuries. The driver was arrested in Lowell and held on manslaughter charges in bonds of $1000.
Massachusetts militia officers report that Bay State troops may be among the first mustered into federal service for the Mexican border. Lieutenant Colonel Beaumont Buck of the regular army was ordered to report at the South Framingham state camp, signaling Buck’s likely role as the regular officer mustering in the Bay State troops.
In New Haven on June 20 the Harvard Crimson edged Yale 5 to 2 after George Percy redirected Newell Garfield’s pitch into a three-base hit with bases loaded. Percy drove in three runs as Harvard moved ahead in the ninth inning to take the win.
Militia officers awaited the mustering in officer details after the President ordered mobilization. News of Colonel Buck being detailed to South Framingham brought elation, as Lieutenant-Colonel Buck is the second ranking officer of the Ninth United.
An advertisement promotes Florsford's Acid Phosphate as a remedy for distress after meals. It claims prompt relief for sick headache and acid stomach.
Full page notice lists naval yard timing and waterfront calendar details. It notes today’s anniversaries and marks summer start. Mentions the 1898 American army arrival in Cuba and the 1900s treason conviction of General De Wet with imprisonment and fine.
Forecast for Southern New England calls for fair weather Wednesday, showers Thursday, with near unchanged temperatures and moderate westerly to northerly winds. For Northern New England, fair Wednesday followed by increasing cloudiness and possible showers in the west as Thursday approaches.
The game opened with Whitney pitching for the Crimson while Ed Mahan of Tufts subdued the Red Sox, his arm aching and condition not suitable for a full outing.
Chicago to Colorado daily service praised as unmatched. Advertises Rock Island Travel Bureau at 843 Old South Building Boston for information.
In Lawrence on June 20 Chester Kenny, 6, fell into the south canal at the Ayer mill raceway and drowned while fishing. His brother Charles, 7, fled home to report to their mother at 7 Temple Street. Police recovered the body about an hour later.
The estate of the late Alvin D. Puffer to be closed with a auctions held June 27 1916 at multiple properties across Boston Roxbury and Medford. Washington Street Boston property to start at 2 pm with 350 deposit Beacon Street Boston at 3 pm with 2500 deposit and Medford lots from 4 30 pm with deposits 150 to 1000. Full details in classified page. Ther W Puffer Joseph A. Chapin Luther W. Puffer Jr trustees.
Major General Frederick Funston asked the War Department to send 65 000 National Guard members at once. The first call would target units from Massachusetts New York Pennsylvania Ohio Illinois and Wisconsin. The move follows reports of Mexican activity near the border and comes as the US delivers a sharp diplomatic reply to Mexico over the Carranza government note.
The listing shows New York defeating Boston 4 to 1, Washington over Philadelphia 2 to 1, Detroit beating Cleveland 2 to 1, Chicago besting St. Louis 4 to 2. In the National League New York beat Boston 4 to 2 in the first game, Boston won the second game against New York, Philadelphia defeated Brooklyn 7 to 4, then Philadelphia won 9 to 3. St. Louis topped Pittsburgh in 12 innings, and Cincinnati-Chicago-Rain is noted without result.
Starting at noon the parade advances from North station along Canal to Washington School where the Mayor reviews it then Beacon Street where the adjutant general reviews the troops proceeding through Charles and Boylston to Tremont Temple Place Washington and Summer streets ending at South station where the men will entrain for the next destination.
Greater Boston prepares a public sendoff for seven infantry battalions four cavalry troops and a machine gun company marching from North Station to the South Framingham mobilization camp at noon. Mayor Curley calls on residents to attend and give the khaki troops a genuine Boston godspeed.
A parade showcases the efficiency of volunteer troops training and aims to boost enlistment to reinforce the war footing. Brigadier General E Leroy Sweetser originated the concept.
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