01 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1917
Page
1
The Lloyd George government rejects Lansdowne’s plea to negotiate with Germany. Cabinet members denounce the idea despite sharp opposition from critics who question the plan’s viability. Lansdowne remains backed by solid support within the administration.
Reports that Lord Loreburn the Earl of Rosebery and Viscount Grey support Lansdowne’s pacifist letter surface amid Unionist condemnation. London officials deny the letter yet rumors persist of high level backing for a peace conference approach.
In the deSaulles murder case the prosecution won a victory as its medical expert contradicted the defense claim of a fractured skull causing memory lapse. The judge and jury confront expert testimony that could undermine the defendant Mrs Bianca deSaulles and her plea.
Nine million pounds of raw sugar arrived in Boston from New Orleans last night but a week or more will pass before the refinery can process it to relieve the local shortage.
The steamship arrived in the lower harbor last night and will be docked shortly after daylight this morning for urgent unloading. Work will be rushed to completion as quickly as possible.
Handsome new models with slash patch pockets and belt all round. Conservative styles also at 9.90. F Gray Co located at Washington and Hanover Streets.
Associated Press reports John Dillon delivered a dramatic Dublin speech to the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The address, seen as one of Ireland's most significant war talks, criticizes British policy and links Ireland to America in wartime.
John Dillon warns young Irish men that Sinn Fein propaganda damages Irish reputations in the United States. He addresses Mr. Donovan’s reminiscences, urging vigilance against discrediting Irishmen abroad.
Boston lawyers for John Johnson of Charleston West Virginia challenge the witness Edith Godbey, the principal witness against Johnson in a Mann Act case. They vow no fear of her evidence as she testifies in the extradition hearing demanded by federal authorities.
Five thousand medical recruits are needed immediately for the army medical department according to a call based on the surgeon-general's report sent to all officers of the general recruiting service.
The excerpt lists hourly temperatures from early morning to evening with a daytime average. It notes temperatures yesterday and a comparison to a year ago, along with a mid afternoon value and a 9 pm reading. The data appears tied to Thompson's Spa weather tracking.
Today’s anniversaries note Rebel General Christian De Wet’s capture by the British in 1014. An item recalls German forces breaking out of encircled Russian lines in Russian Poland in 1914, while a 4:43 nighttime alert covers all vehicles.
The forecast covers southern New England with rain on Saturday and fair, colder conditions on Sunday. Winds are moderate from the south, shifting to the northwest. Northern New England may see rain or snow Saturday, with warmer Sunday followed by generally fair weather.
F Gray Co. offers today men heavy overcoats ulsters trench coats plaid backs in all colors. Kerseys Meltons and Scotches priced at 9.90. comparisons say none better at 15. Store open 11 p m at Washington and Hanover streets.
United States Marshal Mitchell completed mapping barred zones for alien enemies as directed by the President. Any German found along the Boston waterfront after 9 this morning faces instant arrest and internment for the duration.
The Rev. Dr. Ambrose W. Vernon of Harvard Congregational Church in Brookline faced calls to resign after being accused as pro German. A church meeting last night voted 248 to 67 that he should remain in the pulpit.
Petrograd reports in a Daily Mail despatch that Leninists won six seats in the constituent assembly election, Constitutional Democrats four, and the Socialist Revolutionary Extremists two, with other parties unrepresented due to small polls. Also an advertisement notes Young Men's coats and overcoats priced at 6.90.
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