Hipless gown to debut in Boston convention week
Miss Eliza beth C. White promotes a radical hipless, curveless gown to reduce hips and reshape the silhouette. She plans live demonstrations with 50 subjects at the Association of Dressmakers session in Horticultural Hall, Boston, claiming the new form is healthy and shapely.
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Horticultural Hall
Salome
Post
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Fitzgerald Talks to Post by Wireless
Ex mayor James Fitzgerald praised Boston as a beacon among American cities, quoted that Europeans see Boston as nearing European ideals in arts sciences and literature. He added Boston should preserve its heritage and said he was in good health and spirits after the interview.
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George O’brien
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Ex-Mayor Henry Fitzgerald Plans Boston Return Amid Boston Politics
Henry Fitzgerald and Col Richard Field arrive in New York to discuss Boston politics with ex Mayor Fitzgerald aboard the Zeeland. They anticipate meeting only his brother to review facts before heading to Boston for the congressional race in the ninth district.
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Gans Draws Big Interest After Defeat in San Francisco
Despite a defeat by Nelson, popular boxer Gans remains a strong drawing card in San Francisco. Theaters are offering six round stage stunts, but Gans has not accepted any offer.
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Gans
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Rumor Ties Elihu Root to New York Gubernatorial Bid
Rumors circulate that Secretary Elihu Root may seek the New York Republican State Convention’s nomination for governor, with speculation focusing on his potential candidacy and the party’s response.
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New York
Roosevelt Backing Root in Anti Hughes Move
In Saratoga on the eve of the Republican State convention Governor Hughes faces weak renomination prospects as anti Hughes forces outnumber administration backers. Elihu Root is the favored nominee among likely candidates with Roosevelt urged to support Root if Hughes is withdrawn.
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Jordan Expected to Go on the Stand in Major Boston Case
A Boston attorney says Ches ter S. Jordan's defense is the shrewdest possible while medical experts prepare to testify. Prosecutors hold the flatiron death weapon and the defense seeks access as investigations at the morgue continue.
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Not to Eat Jail Food for Chester S Jordan
Elmer Jordan arranged for Chester S Jordan to be fed by local restaurants at East Cambridge jail after a sheriff meeting. An attendant will fetch meals three times daily. only wines are barred.
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Balloon Philadelphia Lands After 100 Mile Flight
The Philadelphia Aeronautical Society balloon Philadelphia with Lt B F Kilgore and two friends took off for a 48 hour flight from Philadelphia. A gas bag split forcing the crew to cut away ballast. They rose to 7000 feet and traveled over Delaware Bay before landing near Milford Delaware after about seven hours and a 100 mile trip.
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Fire damages Revere bicycle track grandstand
Early yesterday a fire broke out in the grandstand at Revere bicycle track damaging it beyond use for the season. Officials say sparks from a passing Narrow Gauge train caused the blaze though some suspect arson. Police will investigate.
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Sinn Fein Manifesto Issued by American League
The Sinn Fein League of America executive committee, formed at an Aug. 8 Buffalo conference, issues a manifesto in New York condemning appeals to Parliament and urging Irish-Americans to withhold money or support from the Irish Parliamentary party as envoys John Redmond and Joseph Devlin tour the United States.
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Temperance Parade Attacked by Thugs in Little Rock
During a two mile temperance parade in Little Rock Arkansas tempers flared as unidentified assailants showered marchers with eggs. Three preachers a temperance leader and a spectator were struck while eggs stained flags. No arrests made as women rolled baby buggies infants aboard and children in white sang hymns along the line.
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Taft Campaign Tour May Start September 23
Cincinnati report notes William H. Taft plans to begin his first campaigning tour on September 23, pending his talks with National Chairman Hitchcock and Western managers. A rally by the National League of Republican Clubs is set in Cincinnati for September 22, with possible stops in Lexington Nashville Chattanooga St. Louis and Kansas City as the itinerary develops. Senate and House figures Crane and Burton will arrange meetings with Taft.
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Governors Conference Brings New England Leaders to Boston
Four state governors Higgins Rhode Island Woodruff Connecticut Floyd New Hampshire Proctor Vermont arrive in Boston for Governors Conference called by Governor Guild Maine Governor Cobb sends regrets for campaign in Maine Bert Fernald against Obadiah Gardner The meeting at Algonquin Club 1 pm includes Lt Governor Draper Mass Attending for private informal luncheon Governor Guild recovering strength to attend
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Weak Weary Watery Eyes Welcomed by Marine Eye Remedy
A historical note describes an eye treatment titled Marine Eye Remedy as a tonic for tired watery eyes. The claim frames the remedy as a restorative tonic offered to those with eye discomfort.
Tragic stabbing at Newton Sunday school scene
Miss Willie Bullinger, 19, was killed by Lon Rader, 21, as she played the closing hymn at Sunday school in Newton North Carolina. Rader reportedly leaped benches and stabbed her in the neck and breast with a pocket knife, authorities say.
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N. C
Willie Bullinger
Lon Rader
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