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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1915
Page
2
The notice describes household items including a colonial oak or mahogany chiffonier dresser, brass bedstead with mattress and fabric spring, bedroom chair and rocker, rug, curtains, dining chairs and 100 piece dinner set. Parlor items feature a mahogany parlor set, lamp, statuary, pictures, and window treatments.
Paris dispatch cites fifty incendiary shells dropped on Rheims and artillery fighting in Champagne Argonne with limited infantry action. It notes German counter attacks around Hartmannsweiler Kopf were repulsed and reports spirited artillery exchanges near Soissons Rheims and the Argonne.
German army headquarters report detail sapping attacks in Champagne and a French failure in the Argonne near Le Four de Paris. It notes French efforts near Fifrey and at Croix-des-Carmes where Embermenil was retaken by German forces, with progress on Hartmannsweiler Kopf and stability on the eastern front.
In wartime Europe a contrast is drawn between royal figures and soldiers, highlighting the deprivation of home life. The message asserts that Summerfield's Dignified Credit Service can bring happiness to all Americans by enabling access to its advantages.
The British report the submarine E 15 torpedoed by its own crew to keep it from Turkish hands near Kaphez Point. German aviators drop fifty incendiary shells on Rheims. French forces gain slight progress near Montmare Forest to cut Metz communications. French artillery repels a German attack near Croix des Carmes. Two German counterattacks against Hartmannsweiler Kopf fail. Germans attack east of Telepath and Polen in the Carpathians repelled by Russians. Russian counterattack reoccupies a height near Oravezil. Russians capture a German trench on Eastern Rozanka with 100 prisoners and four machine guns. French attack in Argonne north of Four de Paris fails. German troops enter Embermenil in Meuse Moselle region. Vosges French attack on Schillecker Heights fails while Germans gain ground at Hartmannsweiler Kopf. Two Turkish torpedo boat destroyers blown up near the Bosphorus by Russian mines.
The British admiralty announced that the submarine I-15 was destroyed in the Dardanelles by British picket boats after grounding on Kepher Point. Attempts to salvage or destroy her by long range battleship fire failed.
Two picket boats from the Triumph and Majestic attacked a submarine under heavy fire from Fort No. 8. The submarine was torpedoed and rendered useless. The Majestic boat sank its picket but crew saved. one fatality. Lieutenant-Commander Eric Robinson promoted to commander. admiralty to review others for recognition.
The Russian war office reports a fierce front day with the German attack east of Telepoth and Polen repulsed by rifle fire and grenades. A German advance near Oravezil initially succeeded but was countered and the Russians retook the height, taking prisoners. On the Roszanka line an April 18 mine explosion preceded a bayonet assault that captured the trench and about 100 prisoners plus four machine guns and a bomb thrower.
Vienna April 20 official Austrian war department statement reports no general change along the front with only isolated artillery engagements. The release was transmitted to London at 8210 p.m. and emphasizes a stagnant strategic situation with limited fighting.
In a House of Commons reply Foreign Minister Sir Edward Grey disclosed that the British government had protested certain facilities given to the German auxiliary cruiser Prinz Eitel Friedrich at Newport News. The question was raised by Commander Carlyon Bellairs after his return to Parliament.
Commander Bellairs requested permission to repair and clean the cruiser in port to boost speed in escape from British escorts. Sir Edward Grey noted Eitel Friedrich had dry dock hull cleaning in Newport News and non-fouling coating. The British protested that speed increase enlarges fighting power, forbidden by Hague Article 17. The United States declined to admit this and stressed neutral local authorities decide necessary repairs.
A Sunday Post Magazine preview promises a ripping Shorty McCabe tale, showcasing Sewell Ford at his best with sharp wit and brisk storytelling. The feature hints at fast dialogue and a sharp, character driven plot that fans will relish.
The Autocar Company offers a city backed guarantee for Boston Autocar Delivery Vehicle owners with 24 hour service by expert mechanics. A permanent Boston organization ensures the car makes good for business, with local businesses already using Autocars and service.
Inspector James O. Jordan informs the Board of Health about Katalys Powder a plaster of Paris and ammonium chloride based bread forcing substance. He says the product violates the law and is sold secretly with health risks to consumers emphasized over profit.
A coalition of milk advocates secured passage in the Senate after two hours of discussion. Senator Ellis of Newton, a milk dealer, led the push with support from Senators Cavanaugh Everett and Bates Dorchester. Opposing effort came from Senator Gifford Cape with Senator Clark Brockton backing him. Hank gets the Florida longevity bug. See Hank and his Animal Friends in the next Sunday Post.
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