Wilson boards train amid Nassau cheers at Princeton
President elect Woodrow Wilson departs Princeton in a send off led by students singing Old Nassau and Here’s to you. Mrs Wilson and daughters wave from the train as campus crowds cheer.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1913
Page
5
President elect Woodrow Wilson departs Princeton in a send off led by students singing Old Nassau and Here’s to you. Mrs Wilson and daughters wave from the train as campus crowds cheer.
The article urges older adults to use Cascarets for regular bowel support, noting aging reduces muscle elasticity and bowels require gentle daily aid. It claims Cascarets are a natural tonic, safe for continuous use and cost 10 cents per box, working while you sleep.
Governor Foss and Adjutant General Pearson sail for Washington to attend the presidential inauguration. Massachusetts troops will march led by the governor, with the Boston Fusilier Corps and the Second Corps Cadets joining the event as veteran groups.
Bangor Maine March 3 railroad circles report that conductors trainmen telegraphers and trackmen of the Bangor and Aroostook railroad will strike within two days potentially tying up the road. Conductors and trainmen voted to strike February 1 but have remained at work.
President Taft marked his final White House day with action and crowds. He shook hands with hundreds, received telegrams from friends worldwide, signed numerous portraits and letters, and held three receptions before a long working day ended.
Munyon's Rheumatism Remedy promises relief for pains in legs arms back and joints without narcotics. It claims to neutralize acids and expel rheumatic poisons and offers free doctor advice with confidential correspondence from the Munyon Remedy Co Philadelphia.
President elect Wilson received a hearty Princeton welcome in Washington at a smoker attended by graduates from across the country. He did not plan to speak but, moved by the enthusiasm, offered a brief thanks for the alumni’s confidence.
Alumni and students gathered as Woodrow Wilson, soon to be president, accepted a ribbon tied package of cigars and cigarettes. He spoke of Princeton ties, shared gratitude, and received gifts amid cheers and songs including Old Nassau and America.
March 3 report that William Jennings Bryan joined pre inauguration events at Hotel Washington. He welcomed hundreds of Democrats from across the country in an informal reception while the President-elect greeted Princeton alumni in an adjacent room.
The article notes for the first time in 28 years Massachusetts is not represented in the President's Cabinet, with New Englanders expressing disappointment in Washington. It marks a historic cabinet omission since the Harrison era.
Bay State representatives led by Susan Walker FitzGerald Catherine Dexter McCormick and Margaret Foley march in a Massachusetts suffrage parade. The crowd at the capital cheers but jeers and police struggle to maintain order. Senator Crane plans a southern trip with Mrs Crane after the inauguration, reflecting on his Washington summers and retirement to the Berkshires. Senator Cullom leaves office after 40 years, leaving the Lincoln memorial appointment matters in flux.
Mr. Bryan met guests in his suite parlor and only uttered thank you when addressed as Secretary of State. Across hotels Democrats spoke briefly to cheering crowds as Tammany figures arrived on seven special trains before 10 PM.
President Taft dismissed Thaddeus S. Sharretts and Roy H. Chamberlin from the Board of United States General Appraisers in New York for malfeasance in office.
Massachusetts delegation debated whether Governor Foss would lead the state troops in the parade. A search party failed to locate him while Secretary Harlow said the Governor would be present but could not specify time. Delegation members abandoned plans due to unavailable silk hats. only Riley and Maynard brought their high hats. Senator elect Burleigh of Maine fell ill but recovered enough to continue to Washington.
The Boston Opera House hosted a brisk performance of The Girl of the Golden West with Dingh Gilly substituting for the indisposed Amato as the sheriff. Zenatello Melis Moranzoni also delivered strong turns as the cast drew a large, enthusiastic audience.
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