25 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
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French delegation aboard reports to Washington that France awaits a full American army. Paris promises complete aid with transportation, artillery, aviation units, and a fully equipped force ready for deployment on the battlefront in France. The delegation seeks prompt U.S. commitment as talks focus on joint defense and rapid mobilization.
In Washington on April 24 debate over the war army bill continued in Congress. Leaders in both houses could not forecast a vote time with more than 60 members ready to speak in the House and only a few Senators heard in the Senate. Chairman Chamberlain said many would discuss before voting. They planned to test sentiment on a unanimous consent arrangement for a quick vote.
Lieutenant William G. Thaw, second in command of the Lafayette Flying Corps, adds two more German planes to his tally and sent word to French populations behind German lines that the United States has declared war. Harvard alumnus Joseph G. Randall reports on Thaw’s likely promotion to captain.
The Senate appears reluctant to invoke the new cloture rule and avoids showing urgency to curb debate, signaling a cautious approach to the administration's proposal. The administration leaders' positions influence the slow pace and careful handling of the measure.
State Senate moved swiftly to place a Sunday gardening law on the statute books by suspending rules and passing through all stages a bill to suspend laws prohibiting cultivation on the Lord's Day during the war and six months after. The bill goes to the House and is to be rushed to the Governor for signature before night.
At the start of the Champagne sector operation Lieutenant Thaw leads a patrol. He is accompanied by a small unit advancing under artillery cover. The move signals the early push in the allied offensive and aims to secure key ground.
Four year old Joseph Briscoe of 16 Grove Street West End was struck while crossing Cambridge Street near Anderson Street last night. He died an hour after his arrival at Massachusetts General Hospital from internal injuries. Ira J. Nelson of 19 Myrtle Street owner and operator of the auto transported him.
A medical bulletin from New York doctors reports Mme. Sarah Bernhardt remains critically ill but had a comfortable day. No decision has been made on performing a blood transfusion operation.
London April 25 The Spanish government warns Germany that continued submarine attacks to defend its life could force Spain to take similar measures. The note to Germany outlines Spain's restraint so far and its readiness to respond if German aggression persists.
Washington April 24 Elihu Root will head the American mission to Russia if he consents. The President has completed the principal selections and will formally request service. Others mentioned include Oscar Straus Edward Hurley and Henry Morgenthau as possible members.
The Finance Commission had urged denying several department pay hikes but the City Council as budget committee finished deliberations on a 25 063 451 appropriation without cutting any wage items. The mayor had included many increases and the final form will be considered at the next regular session.
Washington April 24 The United States will lend Great Britain 200 million dollars as the first loan to Entente powers under the wartime finance law signed by President Wilson. The funds come from treasury certificates maturing June 30 and placed with banks via the Federal Reserve Board.
Final negotiations for a British loan were completed today with McAdoo Cunliffe Jay and officials. The loan aims to meet England's urgent needs and not the full Allied share of 3 billion dollars. A public bond issue of 2 billion under the war revenue act may follow within months.
Captain Charles Sweeny, first American to win a French army commission and receive the Legion dHonneur, arrived in New York today. The French government has sent him to Washington to tell of modern warfare realities and convey truths about the war.
Sweeny, once a wealthy Seattle youth, rose from private to captain in the Foreign Legion and is to be made a colonel. He commands 16 Caterpillar tanks and longs to return to France with America’s first expeditionary force after earning the rank through gallantry. He has two wounds and holds the Legion d Honneur Croix de Guerre and Medaille Militaire. Captain L Corkins of Oklahoma City, a former physician, also fought for the Allies and served in the Serbian army starting in 1916.
$12 men's worsted suits offered at $7.90 with 1000 in stock in all sizes regulars and stouts. F. Gray Co. located at Washington and Hanover Streets. Advertisement highlights unusually low prices and broad size range.
Calvin A. Frye longtime personal employee of Mrs. Mary Baker Eddy founder of Christian Science died at 4 30 PM yesterday at the Hotel Puritan He was born in Frye village near Andover in 1845 and entered Mrs Eddy's service about 1880 He leaves a brother O W H Frye of Quincy and two Boston nephews Funeral plans were not announced.
France’s war commissioners led by Rene Viviani and Marshal Joffre arrived at Hampton Roads and sail for Washington aboard the Mayflower. The delegation carries unlimited powers to negotiate with the United States on military naval and financial matters and may discuss sending an American expeditionary force to France.
The note recalls the first battle of the Mexican War at La Rossa in 1846. It marks an anniversary: one year ago the German battle cruiser squadron attacked Lowestoft and Yarmouth and the British submarine H-22 was destroyed.
Fair conditions expected across Boston and surrounding areas with mild temperatures and light to moderate northerly to easterly winds. No significant changes in temperature anticipated through Wednesday and likely Thursday, keeping skies mostly clear.
Governor McCall submitted a bill to the Legislature granting sweeping powers to seize property foodstuffs and transportation for national and state defense during the present war with a special message. The measure authorizes emergency action to secure resources deemed essential for wartime needs.
The proposed act gives the Governor authority to require registration of all subjects over 14 from enemy nations, seize land and equipment, requisition provisions, and wage state defense. Finance requires Executive Council approval. A census of state resources is planned and cooperation with other states and the national government is authorized. The act mirrors Civil War measures and runs for the current war.
Baseball scores list New York defeating Boston 8 to 2 and St Louis 8 to Cincinnati 4 while Philadelphia and Brooklyn tie 10 in an innings front. The rundown notes ground standings and city matchups in early season play.
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