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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1917
Page
2
In Haverhill on April 2 information is sought about S H Carter found dead at a Central Vermont railroad camp. Letters found on him were written by a Haverhill woman who signed herself Billie. Deputy Sheriff John Caser of Gorham identifies him as a local resident.
An advertisement from Auburn Maine endorses Dr True's Elixir the family laxative and worm expeller. It claims help for worm symptoms in children including stomach issues swollen lips sour breath and dull eyes. The notice notes over 60 years on the market and prices 5 50 and 1 00 with dealers listed in Auburn.
Harvard reopens for the final semester as President Lowell meets with Secretary Baker to push a permanent government camp at Cambridge. The plan would place 1900 existing and 1900 new recruits under federal supervision, but the War Department may oppose the Cambridge camp.
Charles W Dyes a former semi professional ball player died at Hale Hospital from injuries after being struck by a Boston and Maine train on the tracks at Newton Junction New Hampshire Earlier found by two train crew Dyes suffered crushed arms and internal injuries and was believed to be walking from Haverhill to his Newton Junction home when struck.
Boston officers raided 14 Harwich Street in the South End finding an elaborate Oriental room with a woman Annie Williams and two men Herbert P. Smith and Edward Williams under the influence of opium. They seized large quantities of opium and morphine and a loaded 38 caliber revolver. The trio were arrested and charged with drug law violations and larceny.
John S Bruce of Jamaica Plain drove an automobile that overturned in front of Hull police station. He was arrested for operating under the influence. Passengers Joseph Harrington William F P Duegen Harold MacDonald and James M Byrne survived and were sent home.
Pietro Forte a retired North End businessman died suddenly yesterday afternoon at his home 325 Hanover Street. He was 65 and born in Italy.
April 22 in Paris marked United States Day as the Stars and Stripes flew atop the Eiffel Tower at 2 PM and 21 guns saluted. Ambassadors, officials, and veterans attended parades and 40,000 American flags were handed out to cheering crowds.
Large rally in Buenos Aires with about 100000 people marching for the United States and allies. Crowds waved flags, sang the Marseillaise, and from balconies showered flowers on paraders. A mass meeting adopted a resolution protesting German submarine actions and showing solidarity with the United States Brazil and the allies.
: More complete returns in the Tokyo elections confirm the government victory as the House of Representatives, with 341 members, shows 17 government seats and 164 opposition seats amid missing prefectural results.
An advertisement extols Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey as a remedy to indigestion and weak digestion. It claims tabled doses stimulate stomach mucous glands to improve digestion and nourishment, with a tonic effect for delicate stomachs. Sold by druggists and dealers for $1.00. a free household booklet is offered.
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