06 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1918
Page
1
Lloyd George declares that government will demand trial and punishment for every enemy ruler and officer responsible for atrocities. Geddes says crowned heads cannot escape responsibility. He would exclude enemy aliens from consideration.
A German physician summoned from Berlin by the former German Emperor arrived in Holland today on a special train. Three members of the former Emperor's staff departed Amerongen for Berlin carrying many documents relating to the former ruler's private property.
Local ad for overcoats priced at 12.00 and 7.90 offering large and small sizes. Advertisement notes store F. Gray Co. located in Washington at the corner of Hanover Street.
President Wilson faced a wartime drill as U S S George Washington issued an alert and the president was required to don a life preserver and prepare to abandon ship during a submarine attack drill reported by wireless to the Associated Press. The incident underscores the dangers faced by leaders and troops en route to France.
Local ad lists overcoats from 40.00 to 28.00 and silk or satin lining. F Gray Co located at Washington corner Hanover on Massachusetts Avenue invites readers to the Battle of Music with two jazz bands, Carey’s vs Cashman’s, and continuous dancing nights with 45 cent gentlemen and 25 cent ladies admission.
Washington December 5 Secretary Baker stated his personal view that none of the veteran divisions of the American army in France would return home before peace is formally declared. He indicated that the seasoned fighting men would form the main body kept in Europe for now.
Despatches indicate Yankee and Rainbow divisions plus others will be replaced by new troops as veteran units join the American army of occupation marching into Germany. Officials say a 1,250,000 strong force may stay in Europe until after peace is proclaimed, with more veteran divisions added.
Berlin reports the Ebert government has not decided on the fate of former emperor William. Foreign Minister Hugo Haase says the cabinet is studying diplomatic documents on the war’s origin and will decide after that whether individuals will be brought to justice.
F Gray Co Washington corner Hanover St advertises Ulster and Box coats priced at 12.90 with hundreds of choices available.
The former German crown prince is seen trudging through mud in Dutch sabots on Wieringen Island. A Telegraaf correspondent notes he laments lacking a riding horse during the visit.
Frederick William plays billiards with villagers then treats them to drinks and smokes and buys candy for the children. The younger Hohenzollern has his breakfast at 8 30 and his dinner.
Bear Manufacturing Company of Rock Island Illinois offers a simple inexpensive device that mounts on a Ford in minutes without drilling or cutting the exhaust manifold. For $2 postpaid, with satisfaction guaranteed or money back, the ad promises warmth and comfort. dealers are sought.
Secretary Schwab argues private control of shipping is essential for trade development. He contends market-led management will accelerate efficiency and expansion, warning government intervention could hinder growth and global competitiveness.
Charles M. Schwab told the Boston Chamber of Commerce dinner that private ownership of the Auréficain merchant marine and private initiative in fleet management would deliver Boston and New England products to far worlds. F C Walcott Governor McCall and Henry J Harriman praised the wartime US role and postwar tasks.
Thousands of men and women cheered every mention of Yankee accomplishment and rose to high noise levels as they listened to tasks yet to be met and the recital of aims for the team.
Evening gatherings feature continuous jazz orchestras every Saturday with two bands and dancing nightly. Service runs every 15 minutes to Crescent Gardens at Revere Beach and music continues until 11 30.
London reports that a key British demand at the peace conference is the general abolition of conscription across Europe. Prime Minister Lloyd George vows trials for war leaders by an international court and supports expulsion of enemy aliens. He also affirms sea supremacy and names hard penalties for wartime accountability.
The column recalls events on this date in 1914 and 1918 with French capture at Vermelles near Arras and Mackensen forces taking Bucharest. It marks a year since the Halifax explosion and the sinking of the USS Jacob Jones in the North Sea, the United States’ first major war loss to Germany.
Forecast for southern New England shows rain or snow on Friday or Friday night with warmer temperatures, followed by a colder Saturday. Northern New England expects cloudiness and warmth Friday, then snow and cooling, with New Hampshire and Vermont turning generally fair. Winds shift from variable to southerly and strong along the Atlantic coast from Norfolk to Boston. Storm warnings issued coastally.
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