Gore Obstruction Claims Roil Senate Food Bill Debate
In Washington on Aug 6 Senator Chamberlain assailed Senator Gore of Oklahoma for obstructing the food control bill and other administration measures. Gore denied obstruction while Reed attacked the bill and Herbert Hoover during a lengthy session. Conferees were poised to wrap up the measure the next day as Hollis and others opposed key amendments.
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Freight Car Blaze in Northampton Destroys Cars and Goods
Twelve loaded freight cars and a large amount of general freight in the Union freight house of the Boston & Maine and the New York New Haven Hartford railroads burned. The loss was estimated at 75 000 to 100 000 dollars. An unloading explosion sparked the fire but caused no serious injuries.
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Boston & Maine
New York, New Haven & Hartford
War Tax Plan Raises Over Two Billion Dollars in Senate
Senator Simmons presented the finance committee report on a war revenue bill targeting 2,006,970,000 in new revenue. Key provisions raise income tax, war profits, alcohol and tobacco taxes, stamp taxes, and higher corporate rates, with a 6 percent corporate tax and 1 percent top rate for individuals over 15,000. Amendments expand dependent exemptions and broker reporting. action expected Wednesday.
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Washington
Simmons
Finance Committee
Senate
House
City Council Debates One Day Off in Three Fire Plan
Boston council rejects late Chamber of Commerce evidence on a one day off in three fire force plan. James J. Storrow urges deferral 60 days postwar while Councillor Collins warns of higher costs and lowered efficiency. Hagan leads attack against the measure citing Russell Club influence and wartime manpower concerns.
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Marines Turn Down Every Man
The Marine Corps recruiting office rejected all 24 men examined by Dr Angell at 22 Tremont Row, setting a 100 percent rejection record. The piece notes slow recruitment across Army Marine British offices, with Canada’s looming conscription adding pressure and Major Walkley preparing for a rush. General Edwards inspected remount housing at Ayer and urged efficiency and comfort improvements. New England aims to provide about 1400 airmen with Massachusetts contributing 833. Lt Charles J Glidden handles applications in Boston.
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Edwards
Ayer
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United States
Massachusetts
Charles J. Glidden
Nottingham Chambers
Copley Square
Neal Treatment Promises Quick Alcohol Cure At Home
Discouraged drinkers urged to try Neal Treatment claiming three days to purge alcohol poisons, curb cravings, and restore health. No hypodermics or withdrawal, no dope, confidentiality assured, no consultation fee.
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Neal
Identity Card For Tourists In Boston Aids Travel
Mayor Curley issued an official certificate of identification for Bostonians visiting Canada to ease detentions by British and US border officials. Prior strict alien ID and new immigration checks caused protests. the city seal and mayoral signature on the card aim to streamline travel.
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Brookline Ice Company Drivers Hit By Wage Strike
Brookline drivers at the Boston Ice Company walk out for higher pay. Despite the strike, residents and kids still seek ice, delivering with baby carriages and homemade carts. Youngsters profit briefly from looted trades while residents use their own vehicles to bring home ice.
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German secretaries resign. Kuehlmann named foreign minister
Berlin reports five ministers of state have resigned including Foreign Secretary Zimmermann, with four secretaries of state also stepping down. Dr. Richard von Kuehlmann is named secretary for foreign affairs succeeding Zimmermann, and Peter Spahn of the Catholic Centre party becomes minister of justice.
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Geman
Turkey
Peter Spahn
Catholic Centre Party
Justice
Resignations Reshuffle German Ministers and Appointments
The text lists ministers and secretaries of state resigning, with their prior appointments from 1905 to 1916, and details a broad ministerial reorganization. It notes future shifts including separation of the economics ministry, new interior and economics ministers, and various secretary and director appointments. It also records vacant Prussian posts filled by names such as Dr Peter Spahn and Drews.
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German Secretary von Kuehlmann Aims to Rebuild Ties
Amsterdam dispatch notes Dr Richard von Kuehlmann newly named German foreign minister as a foe of ruthless submarine warfare and a believer in avoiding Britain’s alienation. The Nieuwe Courant says he favors early efforts to secure German English understanding after the war and opposes annexation.
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Great Britain
Germany
von Keuhlmann
Niewe Courant Adds
England
U Boat Chasers Come Under Allied Review
Washington Aug 6 Intimations from diplomatic quarters today that allied naval experts may urge the United States Navy to continue building submarine chasers on a large scale. The 110 foot craft are praised for near shore work but critics say destroyers are better for hunting submarines at sea. Contracts for hundreds of chasers have been let and will be built but their use is limited to river harbor and inshore patrols.
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American Navy Department
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Department
Woman Defends Powder and Print for Girls in Red Cross Appeal
A Milton correspondent writes to the Post defending remarks by Bill Sunday MacDonald on Boston Common about girls who paint and powder. The letter praises noble women of war such as Florence Nightingale, Jeanne d Arc and Edith Cavell and urges respectful treatment of women regardless of education or culture.
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Red Cross Society
Boston
Red Cross
Boston Common
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Jeanne d'Arc
Edith Cavell
Helen Considine
Milton
Cambridge Set to Vote on $20,000 Magazine Beach Project
The Cambridge City Council plans final approval tonight of a $20,000 appropriation to improve Magazine Beach. The measure is expected to pass unanimously after a second reading. Last week the ordinance advanced amid growing complaints about crowded facilities and lack of bathing lockers forcing families to change near shrubbery along the riverfront.
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Cambridge
Magazine Beach
Cam bridge Beach Conditions Spark Civic Protests
Citizens including Catholic priests and Protestant ministers attended a City Council hearing two weeks ago over wretched beach conditions. Proponents say new houses with proper accommodations and police protection will restore the neighborhood while noting ongoing losses from the current system for valuables.
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Newton man declares he will not bear arms for war
William Cunningham McLeish of Newton, one of Greater Boston's first conscientious objectors, passes Newton physicians with high marks but refuses to enlist. He offers to serve in any noncombat role, including ambulance work or digging trenches, and cites his socialist views. He says he would rather take poison than kill. He has a history of opposition to war and has moved from Australia to Boston where he recently obtained naturalization and worked as a welder.
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Taylor Building
Newton
Greater Boston
Newton Examining Physicians
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Glasgow
Western Australia
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Melbourne
Boston
Darius Cobb Celebrates Eighty-Three Birthday
The noted painter Darius Cobb marks his 83rd birthday with finishing touches on his Head of Christ in Tremont Street studio. He travels by train to North Falmouth to visit daughter Mrs. H Earle Myers for a few days.
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Head of Christ
Tremont Street
North Falmouth
H. Earle Myers
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