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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
8
Advertisement promises relief from stomach troubles with Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets after meals and at night. It claims physicians prescribe the tablets and notes a 50 cent price per box, inviting readers to request a free sample via a coupon.
Dr. D. J. Walsh offers office hours at 18 Boylston Street Boston. Tue and Fri 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Other days 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Closed Sundays.
Industrial leaders visited the State House to urge the Governor to provide militia guards for factories. The move follows indications that manufacturers may request protection for industrial plants amid rising concerns about security and labor unrest.
Manufacturers asked how protection could be obtained while denying requests for guards. Some said they would pay soldiers and direct guard duties, but Adjutant General Pearson warned the state would pay and order guards if needed. Deputy Neal reported no trouble, with state police on precautionary guard duty. State House areas were closed to visitors and detectives placed in the Treasurer’s office.
Rio de Janeiro reports Brazil will publish a note to Germany defending international law and Brazil's interests. Several American nations are informed. The government seeks prudence and denies any intent to provoke conflict, while noting Brazil would act only if forced.
New York dispatch reports all Standard Oil Company cargo and passenger ships in transatlantic service will stay in port amid unfolding international tension. Two ships, Communipaw and Pioneer, were recalled by wireless and reached port today. The order followed Germanys new submarine policy and prior to the U S breaking off diplomatic ties with Germany. Communipaw was 420 miles from sea bound for Danish ports when recalled. Pioneer had departed Baton Rouge for Danish ports last month.
The Admiralty reports the crew of the British steamer Euphrates has been landed at Gibraltar after the ship was torpedoed. The Euphrates, which had carried relief cargo to Belgium, was on a return voyage to the United States when attacked, marking a possible first victim of Germany's submarine policy.
Amsterdam reports a Vienna notice from Austrian Food Controller Hoefer stating supplies have run from the last harvest. Frost has hindered potato stocks, while Germany plans to ship Romanian supplies in March.
The Danish steamer Klampenborg crew says a French warship approached as she went down on Jan. 28 and believes the steamer collided with and destroyed the submarine. The Standard crew, sunk the same day, says the German submarine used a French flag.
A number of members from this State will attend the Friends of Irish Freedom meeting in New York on February 10. Clerk Francis A. Campbell of the Superior Court and editor of The Hibernian said the delegation will be as large as the first New York gathering last fall.
A Boston movement seeks a German American rally this week after accusations of disloyalty amid tensions over possible U.S. involvement in war. Figures like Bryan and Henry Ford may be invited as part of the drive to defend German American loyalty and counter anti German sentiment.
Government agents reported fighting near Galeana with Villa troops led by Silvestre Quevedo defeated by Carranza forces. Confirmation came of a skirmish at La Cruz between Chihuahua City and Santa Rosalia, and a French merchant reported Villa troops occupied Santa Rosalia after a clash with de facto forces.
Montevideo reports broad approval of President Wilson's move to sever diplomatic relations with Germany. El Siglo urges Uruguay to join neutrals in defending interests threatened by Germany's attitude.
The American Line announced the steamship St. Louis would not sail for Liverpool before noon Thursday, delaying departure once more as officials await guidance from the State Department. Passengers had been told it would depart before noon tomorrow. The delay follows the ongoing international situation and the need for official word from Washington.
The Kroonland and New York, early American passenger ships in Atlantic service, are reported clear of the European war zone easing shipping anxiety. White Star’s Cretic sails to the Mediterranean with 102 aboard including six Americans, carrying a large cargo and a stern three inch gun. Cunard halts public passenger lists amid resumed submarine warfare.
Four prisoners charged with conspiracy to murder Premier Lloyd George and Arthur Henderson were committed for trial at Derby England. The accused include Mrs Alice Wheeldon her two daughters Miss Anna Wheeldon and Mrs Alfred George Mason and the husband of Mrs Mason.
Theodore Eaton of Wakefield moderator of town meetings announces candidacy for delegate to the constitutional convention from the eighth congressional district. He runs independently of the slate that includes Everett C. Benton Belmont ex Senator Stearns Cambridge ex Senator Way Medford and ex Senator Claude L Allen Melrose.
Washington Feb 6 All precautionary steps the military arms have been authorized to take are under way and little remains to be done unless actual war follows the break with Germany. Navy officials study speed up measures under the annual appropriation bill to grant authority and funds. Submarines and submarine chasers will be ordered once funds and authority are available. Radio plant censorship and a government monopoly for radio are urged by Secretary Daniels. Army and fortification bills also progress through Congress with funds for emergencies and larger needs if war comes.
Mme. Gabrielle Perrier will recite La Marseillaise with a full orchestra after the Pierrot the Prodigal performance at Hollis Street Theatre. French consulate members plan to occupy boxes.
Nine children and fourteen grandchildren joined about 150 friends and relatives to celebrate the golden wedding of Mr and Mrs John Eliott at their Dedham home on Highland avenue.
Boston's Red Cross issued a plea for 5000 to support two new base hospitals and war supplies. Chairman Allston Burr, Walter Baylies, and George Lee each donated 1000, while Mrs. Baylies offered her home for Red Cross use. The metropolitan chapter has 7000 nurses and 10,000 physicians enrolled.
The large American flag bought by the Boston Chamber of Commerce members was unfurled over the library door of the exchange with over 400 attendees. President Charles F. Weed presided as H Knell of the U S S Nebraska unfurled the flag after W A Sherrard sounded the first call to colors. The crowd sang the Star Spangled Banner and Mr. Weed gave an address to conclude the exercises.
Chief John T. Nicholls said he will call the State Police about a fire that caused about 1500 dollars in a three family dwelling at 92 Granville Avenue Malden. The blaze began in a second floor closet and spread to the roof while tenants were away.
A large detail from the Maine Naval Militia began packing equipment for active service after orders to be ready for transport at a moment's notice. Wight marines from Portsmouth navy yard arrived to take charge of the Two Lights wireless station, and a guard was placed on the government steamer A. M. Randol to protect the wireless apparatus.
Adele Luehrmann introduces a mystery romance about double personality. Readers are invited to sample the opening installment and follow the continuing tale in future Daily Post issues and Sunday Post Magazine.
Tim Scarborough debates dual personality with a stranger over a table a dining car clarifying dissociation as the splitting of personality into distinct parts each conscious of itself. The conversation centers on whether drunkenness and insanity can alter identity and what constitutes a true dual personality.
Scarborough size up a fellow passenger on a train in Philadelphia while reading Time. Tim Brown notices a dual personality case and discusses it with Dozier Cullop and Cozy, then crosses paths with Valenti Gil in the dining room curious exchange ends with a mistaken greeting.
A thrilling mystery story will continue in the Daily Post in upcoming issues and again in the Sunday Post Magazine, inviting readers to await the next chapter.
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