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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1917
Page
6
Washington reports Germany's submarine campaign could wipe out nearly 1,000,000 tons of merchant shipping each month. Officials warn at this rate it would take about four years to sink 48,000,000 tons of world tonnage if ships continued to enter the war zone. Lloyds puts sunk tonnage for Feb 5 6 and 7 at around 85,000 tons.
In Montevideo on February 5, President Viera and his cabinet reviewed Uruguay's stance amid the European conflict. The Uruguayan press approved the United States position as announced by President Wilson.
An advertisement touts Urico as a powerful uric acid dissolvent that treats rheumatism and kidney complaints by removing the cause. A Boston druggist endorses it and a trial package is offered for ten cents via the Urico Co. in Binghamton, New York.
A medical columnist outlines simple eye-strengthening practices you can perform at home. The routine emphasizes daily exercises, proper lighting, and regular breaks to reduce strain and improve focus.
Brazil plans a firm but polite reply to Germany's note, asserting Brazil will protest and take protective measures against the proposed sea blockade. The four bases cite inadmissible blockade, short response window, disregard for international law and treaties, and objection to any dissent from Germany's aims.
Peru instructs its Berlin envoy to file a written claim for reparation after the sinking of the Peruvian sailing vessel Lorton. Foreign Minister Aguero calls in the German minister and seeks indemnity and punishment for those responsible, citing sources that the ship was torpedoed inside Spanish waters while sailing from Callao, Peru.
John Lee a quartermaster on the California was the only American aboard and obtained a passport shortly before the ship sailed. He said he had a hunch the vessel might not return and carried a passport to return home on another ship if needed.
ER A Filene spoke to the Filene Men's Club of 600 William Filene's Sons Company employees last night. He explained wartime facts and the next war, contrasting common beliefs. President William Burns chaired and praised, as Devine quartet and others provided entertainment. Sidney Spivack received a standing ovation. Dan Bloomfield discussed daylight saving.
Mrs Quincy A Shaw lies seriously ill at her home 241 Perkins Street Jamaica Plain with pneumonia. Widow of Quincy A Shaw a founder of Calumet and Hecla Mining. pioneer in woman suffrage and noted philanthropist. Children Quincy Jr and others are at her bedside.
Miss Fanny A Heard age 50 of 192 Riverbank Court Cambridge is seriously injured after a taxicab hit her at Berkeley Street and Commonwealth Avenue. She was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital by James J Storrow president of the Boston City Council. Doctors report concussion and other injuries with doubtful recovery.
The steamship Ryndam on a New York to Rotterdam voyage was warned by a German submarine to turn back before entering the war zone. Count von Bernstorff will receive safe conduct from Britain to the extent possible, with France also granting safe passage for his party.
A wireless message from a passenger aboard the Ryndam reports the liner turned back toward New York while 14 hours from Rotterdam Falmouth. Holland-America line officials say no other details were received aside from a Rotterdam cable confirming the return. They emphasize the captain acted within his rights to protect the ship and passengers.
The American ambassador met Mr Balfour and they were closeted for nearly an hour. Both refused to commit on the subject of their de meaning a possible diplomatic development.
The Vermont lower house passed a bill requiring non residents to give five days notice before obtaining marriage licenses. It moves to the Senate and targets out of state couples seeking licenses, aiming to curb Gretna Green style marriages at Bellows Falls.
Bolivian foreign minister announced from La Paz that Bolivia will fully support the United States in the crisis with Germany. The statement follows a Reuters dispatch noting Bolivia’s firm alignment with U S policy as tensions mount in Europe.
Washington reports from Consul Frost confirm the British ship Eavestone was destroyed with out warning. Earlier dispatches had not resolved this point.
The Netherlands government through the American legation at The Hague has formally declined to follow President Wilson in breaking off diplomatic relations with Germany. Confidential dispatches from The Hague reached Washington today.
A Watertown woman lauds Plant Juice as an herbal tonic restoring stomach liver and kidney function. The testimonial from Miss Anna Hevern details years of dyspepsia headaches and bloating and credits Plant Juice with relief after three bottles. The Plant Juice representative meets locals at Houghton and Dutton Co. drug department daily.
A Philadelphia physician reports marked effects of Hypo-Nuclane Tablets on a patient who transformed from thin to plump under a skeptical doctor’s observation. The text promotes yolk extracts with hypophosphites iron and vegetable tonics taken with meals, claiming rapid nutritive and blood-forming benefits. Sold by druggists or direct from The Blackburn Products Co. Dayton Ohio.
An analysis by a prominent French writer examines President Wilson's policies and France's current financial standing. Edward Marshall, noted Boston Sunday Post war correspondent, provides the abroad perspective on economic and political factors shaping Europe today.
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