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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1917
Page
8
Ohio lawmakers move to prohibit playing the Star Spangled Banner in any dance hall whether as a stand alone piece or in a medley. A second bill seeks to make Lincoln's Birthday a legal state holiday in Ohio.
An advertisement touts Plant Juice as a cure for stomach, liver, kidney and rheumatic complaints. It cites Mrs. M Flynn of Brighton who reports seven years of dyspepsia, insomnia and dizziness, claims relief after using Plant Juice and praises the dealer at Houghton and Dutton for promoting the remedy.
A Los Angeles literary figure praises the Anti Fat treatment Arbolene as a safe way to shed 20 to 60 pounds. The drug is described as dissolving fatty elements and curbing cravings, with claims of superiority over other medicines and wide availability through druggists in sealed tubes.
In Mesopotamia British forces hold a line across the Tigris bend west of Kut el Amara trapping Turkish forces. In Europe British reports note artillery duels in Somme and failed recon advances elsewhere, with German and Italian actions and prisoner gains cited. The British HQ says a hostile raiding party was driven off south of Pys with prisoners taken as enemy attacks continued near Serre.
Early this morning forces conducted a raid east of Souchez penetrating into enemy positions and damaging defences. They destroyed a trench railhead four mine shafts and many dugouts while inflicting casualties and taking 47 prisoners including one officer. Additional trench incursions occurred northeast of Neuville St Vaast Loos and east of Ypres with some prisoners taken. Artillery activity surged around the Somme and Ypres sectors.
Italian seaplanes conducted an air raid on Pola harbor hitting the arsenal and ships. An admiralty report says all planes returned undamaged.
Berlin reports reject any invitation for peace talks or talks to curb U-boat warfare. A London note outlines Germany’s unwavering commitment to the current submarine campaign. In the Lords, Admiral Beresford cites four million tons lost since the war began and notes heavy rebuilding of shipping.
Reports credit Switzerland with asking Washington if the United States still accepts the 1799 1822 American Prussian agreement. German newspapers say the only issue was this inquiry and not new talks, denying claims of renewed negotiations or a reversal of the Jan 31 shipping declaration.
Wolf von Igel former secretary to Captain Franz von Papen and naval attaché will sail tomorrow on the Frederik VIII as part of Ambassador von Bernstorff's staff though he faces federal indictment for alleged complicity in a plot to destroy the Welland Canal. He was released on $20,000 bail with no steps to restrain his departure.
A legislative committee recommends a $5000 appropriation for health education in public schools. The plan covers dental care charts, vision conservation, school hygiene, first aid, safety, and general wellness education.
A page color comic strip titled Colonel Corn presents a humorous scene where the colonel pockets a wad of money while his wife sticks to simple, modest tastes. The piece appears in the upcoming Sunday Post, signaling a lighthearted, Sunday-era cartoon.
An advertisement touts Bon-Opto tablets as a powerful eyedropper remedy claimed to strengthen eyesight by 30 percent in a week. Dr Lewis endorses it with patient testimonials of reduced dependence on glasses and cleared vision, urging readers to buy at local drug stores.
Baron Beresford argues panic unnecessary as new tactics from sea veterans strengthen the admiralty against the submarine menace. Lord Lytton and Lord Curzon cite ongoing measures, aiming to keep neutral routes open and support allied fronts while the fleet holds off German subs.
On his last day in Washington Count von Bernstorff stayed inside the embassy reading farewell letters and meeting officials. He denied talking politics since the break with the United States and said his future in Germany remains uncertain as he prepares to depart for Berlin then possibly near Munich.
Cambridge Council failed to confirm Mayor Rockwood’s pick Edward Counihan as city treasurer in a seven to seven vote. The stalemate follows a public dispute over city Treasurer Lehan, who Rockwood accused of misappropriation but with no criminal finding, citing a technical issue.
The cabinet debated navy guns for American ship owners to defend vessels but no decision was reached. A Senate resolution by Senator Saulsbury would open all U S ports to Allied warships, sparking debate on neutrality and potential war risks. Public officials differ on the measure. The president will decide.
The United States notes a Berlin statement that yesterday ends the grace period allowing neutral shipping before unrestricted submarine warfare begins. The incident follows the Anchor liner California sinking and signals possible broader breaks with Germany and Austria. Ambassadors report uncertainty over Turkish submarine instructions amid Turkish relief efforts and detained Americans. Navy vessels Cesar and Des Moines wait in Alexandria as Beirut relief plans stall due to the tense diplomacy.
Mayor Curley announced that Old Glory will be flown on all public buildings today to mark Frederick Douglass centennial celebrations. The city also urges residents to fly the national flag at home. James G. Wolff receives the signing quill for Frederick Douglass Square Roxbury dedication set for tomorrow with Councillor Attridge and A W Whaley as speakers.
German Emperor and Austrian Emperor exchanged warm congratulations at a Vienna dinner honoring Emperor William. Charles toasted the close military and political alliance between the empires, as quoted by a Reuters dispatch from the Austrian capital.
In formal exchanges the Austrian and German Emperors express heartfelt friendship and unwavering support. They pledge loyalty to their alliance, gratitude for past visits, and a mutual aim for lasting peace and prosperity under divine guidance.
Maxwell payroll chief FE McConaha hosted a dinner at Hotel Buckminster for six men who manned the Maxwell car that completed a 22600 mile run in and around Boston from November to recent weeks. Guests included R Steele I C Hunt F G Lundgren B Condon J J Robinson W Blanchard with W F Toland Standard Oil M A Frank Converse Tire Hoover Holton Maxwell wholesale chief J C Tate L H Remick George Keene among others.
Dr Othor Schofield chairman of the Wellesley board of selectmen was defeated for renomination at the town caucus. Schofield received 166 votes while George B. Ager had 289. Fellow board members Patrick J. Fitzpatrick and Judge Harrison A. Plympton were renominated with 304 and 289 votes respectively.
Dorchester High School student Edward H. McGuiness, once named all interscholastic first baseman, has been signed by the Chicago Nationals.
Mrs James McKenna age three of 45 Sturgis Street Woburn was overcome by smoke when a fire destroyed the cottage where she lived with her husband The blaze caused by a defective chimney led to an estimated loss of 2500 The child was carried to a neighbour’s home by her husband and remained there for the night
A promotional ad touts Knowlton's Danderine as a simple inexpensive solution for heavy soft hair with gloss and no dandruff. It claims within ten minutes hair appears fuller and after two weeks new hair grows, offering a glossy, soft result and itch relief.
An old home remedy describes mixing water with delatone powder to form a paste. Apply to the hairs for 2 or 3 minutes then rub off and wash the skin to remove hair traces. Ensure you buy the genuine article from a druggist.
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