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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1919
Page
5
City and state committees wrestle with band placement along parade routes to avoid clashes and ensure continuous music. A plan proposes three bands per regiment with centralized leadership to prevent confusion.
Souvenir hunters raid Camp Devens April 15 stealing derbies caps chevrons and three flags on the cantonment golf course. Yankee Division guards deter thefts as complaints flood division and camp headquarters. A private from Headquarters Company 19th Infantry reports his wound and service chevrons were ripped.
A wireless message from the transport Wini fredian bound for Boston with the 26th Division reports the 101st Ambulance Company will land April 18 in Boston with all members well. The note was found in a coat sleeve left in barracks. thefts and accountability for issued goods anger the soldiers who want to keep knick-knacks for their families.
The Mayor's entertainment committee resumes free automobile tours for YD and overseas veterans this afternoon. Cars will be available starting from Charles street near Boylston street, with tickets at 209 Tremont street. Evening events include dancing at Paul Revere Hall and shows at Colonial and Park Square theatres.
Paris reports Mrs. Charles H. Jarram of New York presented a resolution signed by 5,000,000 American women alleging crimes against women by German forces during the war. It calls for punishment of all central powers personnel who committed crimes and urges allied nations to act and prevent future abuses.
Robert W. Woolley of the Interstate Commerce Commission urged extending government control of railroads after the next presidential election. He argued the move would be fair to citizens and railroad owners, and prevent a new rate increase if control ended and traffic fell postarmistice.
Brigadier General Cole led a large gathering to pledge support for the Fifth Victory Loan. Governor Morss and N Penrose Hallowell urged citizen participation, stressing that banks cannot fund the war alone. The event featured films, music, and community leadership from local officials and war funds.
Paris reports Secretary Baker and Ambassador Wallace arrived from Brest. He states April will see 275,000 troops returning to the United States, with 250,000 in May due to transport limits and about 300,000 in June, maintaining that rate until the 1,400,000 remaining are evacuated.
An advertisement touts Nedlin Soles from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. of Akron Ohio. It claims Nedlin Soles are waterproof durable and comfortable and suitable for all family shoes with re pairing options. The ad notes Wingfoot Heels guaranteed to outwear competitors.
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