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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1915
Page
1
An official communication says a German fleet of nine battleships and 12 cruisers with torpedo boat destroyers attacked the Gulf of Riga entrance Sunday but were repulsed at all points. A cruiser and two torpedo boat destroyers were damaged.
Sir John French reports British forces retook trenches at Hooge east of Ypres after a bombardment and attack. The gains extend the captured front to 1200 yards with three officers and 124 men, plus two machine guns. Royal artillery also derailed and set fire to a German train at Langemarck.
London dispatch reports the Austro Hungarian forces pushing in Poland while failing to trap large Russian numbers retreating to the new east Warsaw Litovsk line. On the western front at Hooge east of Ypres British forces recapture trenches lost July 30 and extend the front by about 1200 yards.
The article notes slow Allied progress as Grand Duke Nicholas retires methodically before heavy German and Austrian artillery. He fortifies positions at Praga across the Vistula and shells crossings, delaying the enemy while preserving his main forces for planned Brest-Litovsk lines.
Warren S. Charles a noted Chinese lifer at Charlestown State Prison and former Hep Sing Tong leader died yesterday in the prison hospital. The death ends a longtime controversial tenure tied to organized crime history in the state.
Warry 5 Charles, the well known Americanized Chinese inmate tied to a four killing spree in Boston's Chinatown on August 2 1907, died in the Charlestown State Prison hospital yesterday from heart disease.
Charles dodged the electric chair after his American wife, a former Nebraska schoolmate, led a sensational bid to save him. The death sentence was commuted to life imprisonment by former Governor Eben S. Draper, as was that of Jos Guey, another of the nine originally slated for electrocution. Charles was at work last week in the underwear department at his usual.
Mrs. Delia Giguere of Lakeport New Hampshire died instantly as the fiercest thunder storm of the year lashed the area. Many others were stunned, trains and cars were impaired, and buildings were felled by the violent weather.
A severe thunderstorm yesterday caused chaos across the region. One person died when lightning struck Mrs. Delia Giguere in Lakeport New Hampshire while her aunt Mrs. Nellie Bullia was knocked unconscious nearby. The storm disrupted traffic and telegraph lines, toppled trees poles and chimneys, started fires and injured several people.
Poem recalling a guiding light of a mother referenced as a bright star in heaven. The speaker compares maternal love to a sailor’s beacon guiding home through dangers and long wanderings. The love is a constant, like a diver seeking the surface glow.
A short poem treasured by a renowned writer shows the author’s favored verse. The piece reflects timeless themes and earned praise from the literary figure for its rhythm and imagery.
The John Boyle O'Reilly Club marks the 25th anniversary of the poet's death. The club, now 20 members, is led by president A. Shuman and honors the Irish patriot and writer admired worldwide.
Members gather at the City Club for a 1 p m luncheon expected to draw about 35 guests. Speakers include Governor Walsh Mayor Curley and Justices Samuel J. Eider and Charles A. De Courey. Presiding is Mr Shu man and Joseph Smith will read a poem. Captain Henry C. Hathaway is mentioned.
In AMERICAR Boston beat St Louis 2 0 San Francisco Cleveland tied with New York 1 1 after six innings rain halted play Detroit defeated Washington 5 3 Chicago S S defeated Philadelphia 4 Chicago 5 S&S in a rain shortened game In NATIONAL Boston 6 St Louis 2 Brooklyn 13 Chicago 0 Cincinnati 5 Philadelphia 4 Pittsburg New York postponed by rain
President Wilson, while motoring, helped two women thrown from an overturned Jeffrey touring car. The accident happened when an embankment gave way just before his arrival. The women were carried to town in the secret service car accompanying him.
President arrives at the scene as a car crash injures two women. Driver C C Judge is found dazed after being thrown from the vehicle. The President, Dr Cary Grayson and bodyguard Joseph Murphy assist and accompany the shaken women to town.
After a quiet Nantucket vacation press agents report three home calls from the Old Boy and two at the office. The boss promised a corker for full publication. Lufkin Gardner's secretary relayed a remark about the McCall-Cushing dispute and Senator Lodge.
In a Hamilton-dated statement written by Luf, Congressman Gardner returns from New York and Rhode Island where he spoke on Preparedness. Lieutenant Governor Cushing tours the state while Governor Walsh reviews third term editorials with George Dempsey of Lowell. Gardner’s short opinion notes father-in-law should fight his own battles. Continued on Page I-First Column.
Umpire E C Quigley suffered a painful gas stove blast in his quarters at the baseball park. He was knocked unconscious and later moved to West Side Hospital. Doctors expect a return to the game in about a week to ten days. Hank O Day acted quickly turning off the gas and aid was immediate.
In Bar Harbor Maine on August 9 a first grandchild was born to Mrs. Robert Taft at her summer home. The birth occurred last Saturday but was not publicly announced until tonight.
A Maynard glazing mill of the American Smokeless Powder Company was blown up by a lightning strike causing about 4000 dollars in damage. At Glendale Square in Everett, over 500 children at a Home Theatre motion picture showing faced panic when the building lights failed. Bertram H Dalrymple, 80, of Lexington, was knocked unconscious after lightning struck a coal wagon on Massachusetts and Independence avenues. Two car loads of passengers were shocked and a woman, Mrs. Charles, was affected.
Gloucester Newport times note moon phases from Aug 10 to Sept 9 with full moons on Aug 24 and Sept 23 beyond, plus 2294 day year and 875th day of war. Morning stars Saturn Jupiter Venus listed. Anniversary: St Lawrence Day as Missouri statehood 1821 and events from a year ago.
Forecasts show generally fair conditions for Boston and surrounding areas on Tuesday and Wednesday with moderate westerly winds. Washington reports unsettled conditions in northern New England with possible showers in Maine, while southern New England and eastern New York expect partly cloudy to fair skies.
Average yesterday temperature reported as 68 at Thompson's Spa with readings ranging around 65 to 72. Comparison shows yesterday’s average near 68 while last year’s average was 68 on the same date, indicating similar conditions.
Washington August 9 Powers of North and South America have agreed on a definite plan for Mexico. When the Pan American Conference resumes in New York Wednesday the programme will be formally ratified. Secretary Lansing declined to discuss details but said he was encouraged by the prospects.
Pan American delegates from the United States and eight nations consider shaping a provisional government in Mexico urged by officials. They note widespread weariness of war, fear of reprisals, and possible joint intervention or embargo as means to restore constitutional rule and unite leaders for a conference.
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