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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1912
Page
5
Act mayor John F. Fitzgerald condemns a dastardly deed amid Roosevelt controversy. He states no sane man would commit such an act and vows public condemnation from all citizens regardless of Roosevelt views.
An old recipe shows washing the head with soap can cause a dry scaly or oily scalp and describes canthrox shampoo as correcting the problem. A teaspoonful in hot water suits thick hair and yields soft fluffy lustrous color. Women use spurmax lotion dissolved in water with glycerine to clear pimples and dull complexion.
A home remedy promises fast cough relief using Pinex and sugar syrup. The recipe yields a pint of cough syrup claimed to stop obstinate coughs within 24 hours and is advertised with a satisfaction guarantee and ordering details through The Pinex Co.
Governor Wilson spoke from his Princeton home about news of the attempt on the Progressive candidate’s life, expressing distress but relief that Colonel Roosevelt seems unharmed. Theodore Roosevelt Jr rushed to Progressive HQ with his mother awaiting updates from Milwaukee as campaign leaders gathered overnight.
A dated compilation lists rulers presidents and ministers who were slain or attacked from 1800 onward. Entries include Napoleon I Paul I Spencer Perceval Andrew Jackson Louis Philippe and many others with dates and brief notes on attempts or assassinations.
The article recalls numerous close call episodes from Theodore Roosevelt including assassination attempts and dangerous hunts. It notes 1908 threats at Oyster Bay, 1907 plots in Cincinnati and Newark, a 1906 Portland nihilist plan, 1903 White House gunfire, and a 1908 horse fall at Rock Creek. It also covers a Mississippi collision in 1904, a Lenox carriage strike, a 1906 bear attack, and a 1909 African lion chase.
John Schrenk, a laundryman formerly living at the address given in Milwaukee despatches, left New York about a month ago with a wife and child here. Police are investigating his history as a possible would-be assassin.
The text notes any successful attempt on Theodore Roosevelt would be a national calamity not seen in 50 years and would stir the nation from end to end. It states the affair is regrettable yet that his injuries are slight.
New York October 15 Mrs Roosevelt will depart for Chicago this morning following an announcement by George E Roosevelt a cousin of Colonel Roosevelt The colonel's wife will spend the remainder of the night at his Fifth avenue home.
The colonel, on an operating table, says the speech went well and complains that he could not have spoken if hurt, remarking with irritation about others' solicitude.
Daniel Cosgrove reports a Progressive candidate for lieutenant governor condemns a violent incident. He expresses deep sympathy for the colonel’s family and argues the attack would not have benefited any party, placing Roosevelt alongside Lincoln, Garfield, and McKinley as martyrs in the eyes of critics.
The manager reflects on a telegram reporting the attempted assassination of the leader. He notes the fortitude shown after being shot and expresses hope that recovery will be borne out by future developments.
An old advertisement urges Cascarets to relieve sour stomach heartburn and gas by cleansing the stomach and removing undigested food, bile, and waste. It claims quick relief overnight and emphasizes gentle cleansing for children as well.
Colonel wires wife that he is in the American Hospital with a nonfatal bullet wound. He says his voice holds and he will continue the trip, noting the danger is not serious and sending love to all.
A brief chronicle lists presidential assassination attempts and murders. It notes Jackson in 1835, Lincoln in 1865, Garfield in 1881, McKinley in 1901, and Roosevelt in 1912, with locations such as Washington Ford Theatre and Buffalo exposition.
Advert says Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy restores dark glossy color using sage and sulfur to treat dandruff and itchy scalp. A fifty cent bottle from the druggist with a guarantee of refund if not as represented.
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