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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1918
Page
10
August 23 report that the British passenger steamship Randy en route from Malta to Sicily was torpedoed by a German submarine. The explosion tore a gaping wound in her starboard side but she still reached the harbor at Toulon.
The U-boat fired a torpedo and was sunk by escort vessels to the Bandy. Sixteen officers and men, including the first mate, were saved from the submarine. Two crew were wounded by the torpedo explosion. The submarine’s mate, rescued aboard a destroyer, showed signs of insanity and claimed the Lusitania was torpedoed by his unit. London reports Schwieger killed when his submarine hit a mine.
Poliva Pleta a 23 year old alleged deserter from the Bridgewood New Jersey military camp was arrested at 122 Ames Street Brockton after three weeks on the run. He had been masquerading in women’s clothing drawing police attention for his disguise and was sent to Camp Devens.
About 100 young men from the Roxbury exemption district, soon bound for Camp Devens, were entertained by Representative Simon Swig at his Humboldt Avenue residence. The event featured vocal and instrumental performances and talks by Swig Rabbi Louis M. Epstein and draft board leaders. Twenty volunteers offered to assist in future registrations.
Uncle Sam tests fire response times as two alarms rang. Quincy Point station reached Fore River district in two minutes and laid 1500 feet of hose. Atlantic station, five and a half miles away, took seven minutes. Government plans new housing in Fore River, with promised tire protection.
Lord Robert Cecil in a weekly interview states Britain will publish evidence of Germanys brutality in its colonies. He argues the world will accept that colonies should not be restored to Germany. The remarks respond to Dr Solfs Aug. 21 speech before the German Society.
Washington reports describe allied offensive across a 50 mile front from Soissons to Arras with high hopes for a decisive German defeat. Observers credit General Foch with whittling tactics that have shortened the war and may yield a glorious harvest of victory.
Wartime pundits debate why Pershing's 30 divisions are being moved to join the first American army. Observers note many units trained with French and British. some troops may be with northern Allied forces. The shift suggests a major task for Pershing, possibly a decisive thrust or flank drive as European lines regroup.
President Wilson conferred with Democratic Leader Martin and Senator Simmons on the war revenue bill. They promised expedition, but the bill likely won’t pass before the September 28 Liberty Loan drive. November enactment was tentatively suggested with talks on excess tax, war profits, and liquor levies.
Former Mayor Fitzgerald advances in the Democratic primary for the 10th district as Teague faces no opposition after Brennan Farley and Giblin withdraw. In the 12th district James M. Curley joins Gallivan with O'Brien quitting the race under the same party nomination.
A Food Administration probe found six violations of sugar serving limits. Adams House Haymarket Crawford House Hollis and Rossmore hotels and Charles Wirth Co restaurant were summoned to explain breaches. All admitted the violations and were warned that repeat offenses could cut off sugar supplies.
Uncle Sam calls 21 year olds and those turning 21 today to register for military service across the country. Jewish faith supplementary registration Monday aims to accommodate Sabbath observance. Registration hours 7 to 9 p m today and Monday. Massachusetts expected 5000 registrants, Boston about 1200. Those registering help in September calls. noncompliance risks loss of deferred status and possible draft, with possible Justice Department prosecution.
Buenos Ayres authorities take over supervision of public meat sales by order of President Irigoyen to curb high prices. American and British packing houses agree to deliver meat at cost to the government for public consumption.
Robert J. Keller known as R. J. Keller leaves the Boston Post to enter the army at Camp Devens with a Hast Boston quota. A longtime employee and acclaimed photographer, he is the fourth Post photographer to enlist, joining Maurice Feinberg Roy Jacoby and Arthur Egan in the Signal Corps.
The Rev. Edward T. Sullivan will speak at St Pauls Cathedral on The Chaplains at the Front The Parsons Under Fire and What They Do for Our Men. He notes chaplains perform diverse duties beyond religious tasks and credit their influence for army efficiency. Evening service at 7 15 will begin with open air singing led by a vested choir and four trumpeters from the cathedral porch.
Due to public sugar conservation and cooperation with Food Administrator Endicott aides, sugar will be available starting Monday for canning purposes for public use.
County food administrators will distribute cards entitling holders to two pounds of sugar. Mr Endicott praises Massachusetts residents for reducing consumption and notes Washington has secured more sugar for fruit and vegetable preservation while urging residents to request only their legitimate requirements.
Pope Benedict blessed the Knights of Columbus for their war relief work. A Rome message to Supreme Knight James A. Wlaherty expresses heartfelt thanks and blesses the order and charitable co operators for their noble efforts.
Senator Lodge urged a forced peace with Germany detailing terms including restoration of Belgium, return of Alsace Lorraine to France, Italian Irredenta, independent Poland, and free ports at Constantinople. He warned against any negotiated settlement and stressed establishing independent Slav states and a strong Russian stance to ensure lasting peace.
The Navy Department announced six deaths from seaplane accidents in France. Ensigns Edmund B. Barry of Rochester New York Miles H. Holley Walton New York Lewis C. Richardson Montgomery Alabama Lewis F. Tucker North Charlotte North Carolina Earl J. Vath Chicago and Ensigns Arthur L. Boorse Birmingham Alabama Robert F. Clark Dedham Massachusetts Machinist's Mate William F. Redman Bladensburg Maryland were killed in two separate incidents Aug 22 and Aug 21 due to bomb explosion and other causes.
Washington reports no further Senate investigation into the airplane situation at this time. Senate military sub committee chairman Fletcher says he has turned over cross licensing and related testimony to Attorney General Gregory. Gregory is examining Hughes testimony with an early report expected.
The government formed a Students' Army Training Corps unit at Georgetown University and approved special war courses in aviation navigation mathematics of artillery and military French. Georgetown reports 1572 graduates and former students in war service.
The Retail Credit Men's National Association closed its Boston session with Sidney Blandford elected president. Franklin Blackstone and G A Lawe named first and second vice presidents. L S Crowder and others named directors. Blandford urged avoiding exchanging Liberty bonds for merchandise. Crowder praised Boston for excellent handling of the gathering.
Provost Marshal General Crowder orders a report from draft boards by September 1 on enforcement of work or fight regulations. Data requested include registrants notified to appear for illness or non productive occupation, changes to productive occupation, certifications to district boards, withdrawals of deferred classification, and those found in productive occupations.
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