Mansfield and Hale Seek Statewide Democratic Tickets
Frederick W. Mansfield of Boston announces Matthew Hale will run as the Democratic candidate for Lieutenant-Governor, with Josiah Quincy as the Democratic nominee for Attorney-General. Mansfield and Michael A. O’Leary, Democratic State committee chairmen, disclosed the plan after weeks of party activity.
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Frederick W. Mansfield
Boston
Matthew Hale
Arthur B. Reed
Abington
Humphrey O'Sullivan
Lowell
Elzear H. Choquette
New Bedford
Josiah Quincy
Progressive Party
Michael A. O'Leary
Democratic State Committee
Double crime mystery shocks Hartford community
In Hartford on September 19 New Britain police investigated a double murder scene featuring Mrs. James K. Tobin and soldier William Wise of Fort Slocum. Tobin was found slain with throat wounds while Wise lay gravely injured. authorities doubt the husband’s involvement and consider Wise the prime suspect. Mrs. Tobin, 25, with a four year old child, was described as very attractive and well known.
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Hartford
Conn
New Britain
James KE. Tobin
Maple Street
William Wise
Quartermaster’s Department
Fort Slocum
Wise
France
Tobin
Mitchell Leading In New York Mayoralty Race
With 1060 of 206 districts reporting Mitchel fusion candidate leads Bennett by 1139 votes for the Republican nomination. Mitchel has 18,483 votes to Bennett's tally, as the count continues from early returns tonight.
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Mitchell
N. Y
New York
John Purroy
Mitchel
William M. Bennett
Bennett
German General Warns World War Winners Defrauded
In Zurich on September 19 General Baron von Freytag Loringhoven, head of the German army's supplementary general staff, published a pamphlet titled The Results of the World War stating that global political and economic trends favor Germany’s enemies and that German soldiers will be deprived of the rewards of their victories.
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Zurich
Switzerland
General warns against trench warfare and promotes cautious peace
The general says trench warfare was a mistake and only aggressive action could win. He notes the German offensive failed to overthrow the allies. The Post of Munich hopes his remarks teach Pan Germans to assess Germanys military limits and calls for a new democratic foreign policy for a lasting peace by agreement with great powers.
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Post
Munich
Germany
Fall overcoats at nine ninety from F Gray Co
Black worsted overcoats with silk to edge offered by F Gray Co at Washington and Hanover streets. Advertisement notes fall stock and price of 9.90.
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F. Gray Co
Wash
Hanover Sts
300000 DRAFTED MEN BEGIN NEW ARMY LIFE
Staff Correspondent of the Post reports 2123 men from Maine New Hampshire Vermont and Rhode Island arrived at Camp Devens as the first drafted troops to enter camp behind the colors They formed solid ranks with lines stretching across the field This batch doubles the earlier influx of 2000 men and signals a much larger New England force expected by Sunday night as 18000 are to be assembled here soon
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Devens
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Rhode Island
New England
British Merchant Ships Sunk In Week Report
The admiralty reports eight British merchant ships over 1600 tons sunk by mine or submarine, and twenty under 1600 tons plus one fishing vessel in the past week. Total arrivals 2695 sailings 2737. nine small ships had been sunk earlier but were counted now.
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London
Admiralty
Fisher Fund Now Is 21 143 Dollars for Manchester Benefit
A recipient fund reaches 21 143 dollars from an unnamed friend to support a Manchester benefit plan benefiting orphans through the Children’s Aid Society. The contribution underlines the importance of aid to vulnerable children.
Provincetown Fund Total Reaches 21143.44
Fund for Provincetown families of lost fishermen grows to 21143.44 with yesterday's additions from Portuguese employees, a Framingham church member, and local donors. An anonymous donor left 100 for widows and children, reflecting broad New England sympathy after the Aug. 10 storm.
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John J. Martin
Exchange Trust Company
Milk Street
Boston
Gardner General Foundry Co
Castle Wesley
Knights of Kin Arthur
Framingham Methodist Episcopal Church
Warren P. Keith
Eastford
New England
Mobilization Across the Country Indicates Nationwide Effort
Despatches from various regions show a widespread mobilization effort underway. Reports highlight government calls, troop movements, and civilian support as the nation steers toward increased readiness.
G G A May Pick Peters In Boston Mayor Race
The Good Government Association backs Andrew J. Peters as their preferred mayoral candidate to challenge Mayor Curley. Peters has not commented. association leaders say no candidate is yet endorsed and they aim for a winner with a solid record.
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Andrew J. Peters
Good Government Association
Curley
Boston
Peters
Mr. Peters
Prophesies Hunger Enduring War Said by Hoover
Hoover declares starvation could decide the war at the U S Chamber of Commerce convention in Atlantic City. He notes America and allies face a critical food situation and neutrals must contribute to the pool to support meals for the common effort against Germany.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Herbert C. Hoover
Chamber of Commerce of
United States
America
Hoover
Europe
Germany
Vessels Sunk by Mines or Subs Hit New Weekly Highs Yet Mixed
The week ending Sept 9 saw 12 British ships over 1600 tons sunk by mines or submarines, the smallest such weekly toll since February. Under 1600 tons, however, reached a weekly peak not seen since mid February, while total ships sunk marked the largest since June 24.
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Germany
Admiralty
Inspires New Hope Through Ongoing Fund Drive Response
A strong, sustained appeal for donations has energized a generous public response to a long running fund drive. The campaign, active for weeks, continues to attract widespread support and pledges.
Confidence in French Cabinet Wins 378 to 1 Vote
Paris reporters state the Chamber of Deputies approved the new Painleve ministry by 378 to 1. Socialists abstained from the vote.
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Paris
Painleve
Chamber of Deputies
Fall Suits and Overcoats at F Gray Co
F Gray Co offers men’s fall suits and overcoats this week priced at 9.90. Blue serges cassimeres worsteds silk lined overcoats in black thibets advertised. Located at Washington and Hanover streets.
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F. Gray Co
Washington and
Hanover Sts
Northcliffe Details War-Effort Purchases and British Changes
Lord Northcliffe head of the British commission in this country describes his work as purchasing agent for Great Britain and says he spends between 50 and 60 million dollars weekly. He notes fundamental wartime industrial changes that will spread to the United States.
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Lord Northcliffe
British Commission
Great Britain
United States
Argentine Senate Votes to Break Relations with Germany
In Buenos Aires the Argentine Senate approves breaking off relations with Germany by a 23 to 1 vote, sending the resolution to the Chamber of Deputies as public sentiment against Germans grows. London reports Britain will not at present grant safe conduct for Count von Luxburg as his passports are handed over by Argentina.
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London
Great Britain
Count von Luxburg
Argentina
Buenos Ayres
Germany
Chamber of Deputies
Train Fire Sparks Alarm at Northampton Street Station
Flames appeared beneath a car on an elevated line at Northampton Street Station. Passengers fled as Fire Chief Sennott ordered power cut and station master Dunn allegedly countermanded, claiming to extinguish the blaze after the train moved.
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Northampton Street
Sennott
Dunn
Sennett
Today’s Anniversaries and Historic Dates
Robert Emmet executed in 1803 and the Cathedral of Rheims was shattered by German bombardment in 1914. These entries mark notable events noted in the day’s historical roundup.
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Robert Emmet
Rheims
Weather Forecast for New England Regions
Fair weather expected in southern New England on Thursday with increasing clouds and moderate southerly winds. Friday brings mostly fair to partly cloudy skies with a chance of showers in Vermont. Northern New England may see showers in Vermont Friday after a minority chance on Thursday.
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Vicinity
Washington
New England
Vermont
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