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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1913
Page
2
Secretary Bryan stayed at the State Department for news from Mexico until his train depart for the Maryland shore where he planned a lecture. He said only messages about movements of American citizens in the southern republic had been received.
Secretary Bryan and Senator Bacon said no new suggestions had been made by Special Envoy Lind to the Huerta government and no Mexican overtures had been received. Reports from Torreon of six American deaths were unverified while five others were accounted for after leaving Torreon. Americans in Mexico were said to be well treated as federals held Torreon and revolutionists controlled Gomez Palacio Lerdo.
American refugees arrive in force in San Diego after landing aboard the cruiser Pittsburgh. They tell of a rebel raid on Durango and related events centered in California.
Sixty people were brought north from Neymas and vicinity by the U S cruiser Pittsburg. T L Findley, wounded by a bayonet during the Durango raid, described rebels sacking the town and seizing money watches and arms. Some Americans fled toward Mazatlan via a mountain pass and are missing. Sigell, another American refugee, corroborated the tale.
Senator Bacon after a long talk with Secretary Bryan says the Mexican situation is at a standstill. He notes no word from Mexico City and doubts Lind’s plan to back loans, clarifying the U.S. stance on aiding bankers who might fund the provisional government. He adds Americans staying in Mexico would be protected. House Chairman Flood submits Vera Cruz sugar firm letters on property risk if Americans leave.
President Wilson spent the day at Cornish New Hampshire resting and golfing. He read papers brought from Washington and did not receive callers. Despatches on Mexican negotiations showed no new developments. his private car was to return to Washington Wednesday.
About 8000 people gathered on Boston Common to hear English militant suffragettes led by Miss Margaret Foley and Judge Ben B Lindsay. Speakers described their New York to Boston march and praised suffrage, while a hostile spectator challenged a fight.
An advertisement promotes cheap rate tickets and sleeping car savings on the Burlington Route. It promises free maps and pictures, assistance with trip planning, and no charge for service while highlighting comfort and value for travelers.
Portsmouth naval yard officer Edward C. Hammer Jr. sustained serious injuries sliding to a base during a baseball game and was moved to Chelsea Naval Hospital for treatment. He is attached to the Hull division at the yard.
Hyannis residents contribute 500 to a reward for arresting burglars who stole 6000 worth of jewelry from James H. Wainwright in Hyannisport last week. State Officer Ernest Bradford pursues the case but says clues have led nowhere. The burglary is the fourth in the summer season and likely used by someone with house access.
A 66 year old woman, seen ill near 9 Stamford Street in the West End, died shortly after arrival at the Relief Hospital in Haymarket Square. Her identity remains unknown. Described as five feet one inch tall, about 138 pounds, with gray hair, brown eyes, and a facial scar, she wore a black straw hat, black and white suit, white undergarments, black skirt, stockings, and black nun’s shoes.
Photographers' Association of New England opens its 15th annual three day convention in Mechanics Building. The event features portraits, lectures on advertising by Juan C Abel and W S Lively, home portraiture demonstrations, and a ball at Paul Revere Hall. Wednesday covers committees and talks. Thursday sees officer elections and prize announcements.
New York September 1 A banquet will be given here in honor of Theodore Roosevelt by the Progressive National Service and the Progressive Service of New York State October 8 the eve of the colonel s departure for South America, according to announcement today.
Nantasket Steamboat Company unveils a fall timetable with new trips and innovations. The plan prioritizes commuters with morning services and evening beach return trips. A 10 o clock night boat runs until Sept 15 for city residents to enjoy the water. Tickets available at Boston or Nantasket offices.
The $84 annual reunion of the Forty eighth Massachusetts Regiment was held yesterday at General Lander Post G A R Hall Lynn. Seventy of the original 1000 members attended the forenoon business meeting and banquet in the afternoon. James J Filliott read an original poem The Old 48th. Horace Burn ham was elected president.
Be Good-Natured. The sugar coated Dys-pep-lets ease indigestion sour stomach and heartburn with digestives and correctives. Prepared by C. I. Hood Co. Lowell Mass. Sold by druggists 10c 25c or 1. Get a box today. Remember the Name Dysepepelets. Take No Substitute.
Mrs Jennie M Eaton accused of murdering Rear Admiral Joseph P Eaton will be tried Oct 14 instead of Oct 13 per a letter from Chief Justice Aiken to Clerk Edward E Hobart The defendant welcomed the change saying Oct 13 was a hoodoo date and she fretted over the scheduling decision in Plymouth
William Peterhans of South Framingham was arrested after a chase in Brookline on Sunday night for breaking into the home of Arthur C. Thomson at 23 Sumner Road. Police found hundreds of dollars in jewelry and clothing at Peterhans home. He is described as a musical composer who is well educated and speaks several languages.
Police say Peterhans broke into Brighton and Brookline homes all summer. They found 300 stolen articles at his South Framingham boarding house after a Brookline search. He admits breaking into the Thomson house in Brookline. He faces arraignment in court this morning.
The Fourth Heavy Artillery Association of Massachusetts held its annual meeting at Nantasket House yesterday. Poor roads and heat reduced attendance to 30 members from a regiment once numbering 1800, due to deaths and other losses.
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