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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1914
Page
7
The Republican State committee chose Worcester as the site for the state convention on October 3 and recommended Congressman Samuel E. Winslow of Worcester as convention chairman. The committee also debated selecting a venue other than Boston.
A large gathering at headquarters featured key figures like Samuel W. McCall and rival Lt Governor candidates Graf ton Cushing and August H. Goetting. F W Esterbrook, NH national committeeman, reported hopeful signs. Worcester and Springfield supporters urged cities for the convention while a next meeting will form the resolutions committee.
The report notes the committee's actions as a notable achievement, with Congressman Winslow described as highly energetic among younger Republicans. Chairman Thurston voiced strong satisfaction with the committee's work and its 25 year precedent.
Manila suffered a deadly flood after more than a week of rain. Governor General Harrison reported seven Filipinos and one American drowned as 16.4 inches of rain fell in 48 hours ending Tuesday midnight.
About 50 registered voters in Ward 7 formed a Syrian anti war club in Boston. The group endorses President Wilson’s call for national neutrality in the European conflict.
The cloth is woven in wear resisting all wool textures neat grays and dark mixtures. Every Gibraltar Suit features lock stitched seams and patch pocket stitched belt models. Each suit includes two pairs of lined knicker bockers and the price will always be found at listed retailers.
An eyewitness recounts the German advance into Brussels as a vast, flawless parade lasting three days. He notes disciplined troops, hot coffee and soup, impressive pontoon trains, and hundreds of observers cheering while a distant aeroplane signals movements. A Red Cross priest recalls the devastation and asks what became of the people, answered by the survivor with sorrowful tears.
Mrs. Webster J. Scofield of Holmes recounted riding 120 miles hidden in a freight car from Chatillon to Paris after trains were cut to move troops. With two Jacksonville companions she hid in a car labeled for g n carriages then rode five hours in darkness before a brakeman locked doors for six hours more until a soldier released them in Paris freight yards.
A London letter from a front line wife describes joyful French crowds greeting British troops. Women kissed Tommies passionately, many cried, and offered small gifts as the expeditionary army arrived on French soil.
A Havre telegraph reports Allied observers noting German riflemen show indifference to fire as troops continue work in trenches. A doctor confirms 500 wounded mostly hit by shrapnel rather than bullets. A gunner recalls a Maxim crew repelling a frontal assault, losing a machine gun and retreating after a German shell destroyed it.
A despatch from St. Quentin reports heavy fighting surrounding the town. The battle began Saturday and continued through Monday with dawn incursions into a wood between St. Quentin and La Fere. Refugees, mainly peasants, were present as German cavalry raided the area despite a white flag. The undergrowth was very dry, aiding fires and confusion.
Madrid reports the Spanish government warns that activity by two political parties could push the country toward war, threatening the neutrality King Alfonso and his ministers have aimed to uphold.
Liberal and conservative factions trade high tension arguments over a possible German victory in France and a land assault on Gibraltar. A pro German army stance among Spanish officers and monarchist sentiment threatens continued Spanish neutrality as events tilt public opinion.
Eight Boston hospital nurses volunteers in the American Red Cross corps began their journey to Europe. They left South Station for New York to board the mercy ship Hamburg, which sails for England on Monday.
At Worcester and Springfield four more nurses join the Boston group for dispatch to Holland, headquarters of the European Red Cross corps. The Boston nurses sailing to New York include Annie Barclay Louise Bennett Anne Carney Frances Latimer Grace Perkins Ellen Riley Mary McCarthy Mabelle Welsh. Springfield Worcester riders are Margaret Hickey Katherine Ulmer and Donna Burgar awaiting the train.
A young French corporal of dragoons wrote to his parents promising his death would be glorious if they received the letter. He perished in battle and a Belgian priest forwarded the missive with a postscript promising to visit his tomb after the war.
Theodore Botrel the Breton poet and singer is authorized by the French Minister of War to perform patriotic songs at depots camps and hospitals of the eastern and northern armies to lift soldiers spirits.
Passengers aboard a Russian ship witnessed a mine detonate about a mile and a half away with no nearby vessels. Officials suspect a large fish rubbed against the mine, triggering the blast.
An Englishman abroad at war declared offered his fast power boat to the government. He learns the craft is already in service and is asked to return to help run it. He becomes assistant engineer aboard the boat he once owned.
Mary Morton contributes a Paris fashion note for the Sun day Post with tips on simple style amid wartime hardship.
Miss May Fowler, a Rockland House waitress, nearly drowned while swimming near the Atlantic boathouse outside lifeguard patrol. Joseph Silva and Michael McLaughlin swam out, reaching her in time and bringing her ashore for treatment.
Two men swam to the aid of a young woman who was sinking. They pulled her to safety and notified authorities as bystanders offered help. The incident occurred at a local waterfront in the afternoon. No further details were provided.
Secretary Daniels approved designs for six torpedo boat destroyers funded by the naval appropriation, and invitations for competitive bids for their construction were issued today. The note about The Pranks of Pierrot and the Tiny Tads appears as a separate blurb for children.
Chairman O’Leary of the Democratic State committee gears up for a large field day at Castle Island tomorrow. Mayor Curley will preside and the full State ticket plus other Democratic leaders will speak. Ex-Mayor John I. Fitzgerald is not on the speakers list and will instead speak in Lewiston Saturday night for Congressman McGillicuddy. He will work through the McGillicuddy district and toward Bangor next week.
In celebrating its second anniversary Filene celebrates men’s fashion created by top garment houses. The stores promise value and quality in suits crafted for modern men, backed by fine workmanship and durable fabrics. Hats haberdashery and shoes join the birthday sale with exceptional values for the coming year.
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