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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1915
Page
5
Petrograd reports a general staff communication explaining the Russian retreat from East Prussia. It credits German successes to insufficient strategic railways which hindered rapid Russian concentration on the eastern front to deter the enemy drive.
General staff reports that the massing of German troops in East Prussia was detected on February 4 but full scale was only known days later. The Tenth Russian Army withdrew toward the frontier and Niemen as German forces prepared a major counteroffensive across the Vistula region.
Vatican reports quote the Giornale D Italia noting Germany seeks favorable peace terms while acknowledging heavy military strain. The Pope reportedly pressed Kaiser Wilhelm to clarify conditions under which Germany might negotiate, stressing military honor.
A Berlin despatch reports Emperor William during his visit to Loetzen East Prussia urged strict food conservation. He asked every German to limit food use especially potatoes which should never be fed to horses under any circumstances.
Counsel for the cargo of the American ship Wilhelmina held at a British prize court in Falmouth conferred with Counselor Lansing at the State Department. No public statement was issued as the department says it will only intervene if the case reaches diplomacy with a verdict satisfactory to the owners.
The north wing of Buckingham Palace is being covered with wire netting about 20 feet above the roof. Anti aircraft guns have been added near the palace including a center Green Park emplacement. If a Zeppelin comes, six guns would open fire. Removal of art to safety continues despite protests over exposure to air raids.
Copenhagen dispatch reports a conference among Scandinavian governments over the German submarine blockade has begun and may extend to tomorrow. It states Norway Sweden and Denmark do not intend to act in concert with Holland or the United States due to differing interests.
Victor Yeux of Antwerp, once a banker and attorney, now lecturing in the United States for the Belgium relief fund, says Belgium is broken after German invasion. He describes atrocities near 60 miles from the front and details his flight to England and then America to garner support.
The Nieuw Rotterdamsche Courant says German submarines are still being built in Hoboken Belgium docks and when completed will be sent to Zeebrugge or Ostend according to Antwerp sources.
The Norwegian freighter Cuba bound from London to Rotterdam was sunk in a North Sea collision. No lives are known to be lost. The Cuba carried an official mail bag of the American Commission for the Relief of Belgium.
Ineland Feb 22 The Western Mercury reports that the Austro Hungarian mint boat Maloja carrying 400 passengers was ordered to stop by an unknown merchantman. The order ignored and the attacker fired five shells at the vessel. three fell short. Maloja reached her destination safely.
A Berlin dispatch says two large German submarines based at a fortified seaport near Cuxhaven are two days overdue and feared destroyed. The reports indicate concern over the two undersea boats failing to return to base.
The Prussian Diet unanimously adopted a bill to allot 197000000 marks 25008000 dollars as a subsidy for war affected people. Berlin despatch via Amsterdam reports the measure approved by the Prussian government and Steuters Telegram Company.
Clarence Rowland, the new manager of the Chicago White Sox, says his players must show speed on the bases to keep their jobs this year. If speed is the goal, it is likely that Bunny Brief and Bobby Roth, the Blues players sent to the White Sox last year, will be regulars.
Brief and Roth among top ten faster base runners in the American Association and likely to boost the Chicago team in the American League. The article compares 1914 base stealing totals, notes Bodie’s sale, and predicts an aggressive, fast-moving infield and outfield with Brief, Roth, Collins, Blackburne, Weaver, and Demmitt contributing significant stolen bases and scoring potential.
London reports Clemens Delbruck, Imperial Minister of the Interior, stating in the Prussian Diet that Germany now has a stable food supply at moderate prices. He argues Britain seeks to starve Germany and that all must prioritize the fatherland, claiming the government cannot lose even if the world opposes.
A Belfort dispatch reports an observatory on a Swiss height near Bonfol to monitor French and German troop movements. A Swiss military balloon has also appeared nearby to detect incursions into Swiss territory.
Paris reports another distinguished French soldier has fallen in action. General Loyzeau de Grand Maison was killed in a recent battle.
Washington announcer notes Doc Ayres of the Washington team struck out eight straight Brooklyn NL batters in an exhibition last spring. The piece recalls historic nine and eleven strikeout runs by Buffington, Ramsey, Carter, and other majors legends, emphasizing Carter’s 1893 Yale feat against the New York Giants.
Judge Thomas Riley of Maiden was the principal speaker at the 48th annual John A. Andrew Post No 15 dinner at Pont at da Franklin School 1151 Washington Street. About 150 Grand Army of the Republic members attended with guests including Commander Kardy and Colonel Woods.
Jimmy Clabby tricked Herman Schaefer by laughing through a dentist act before the Gibbons fight. Schaefer used laughing gas and told jokes to ease Clabby’s pain, but the punchline left Clabby puzzled as he realized he’d been laughing the whole time.
The piece weighs Baker's possible retirement on the 1914 pennant race and World Series money. It notes Baker may quit for outside chances, cites his $7000 annual exhibit pay, his Maryland farming ties, and questions whether he stays with the game when paydays arrive next spring.
In a recent fanning bee gathering, famed players discussed notable happenings in various plays. The conversation eventually centered on Wild Bill Donovan, who shared his inevitable reminiscence about past events and memories.
In 1902 the All Nationals faced Hamilton when Sam Crawford hit a run and run signal. A four-man advance on one ball led to a sprint to second and third, a relay to Doomn, and a double and triple play as Dooin, Huggins, and Houtz coordinated a remarkable trio.
Melvin W. Sheppard, once the world’s greatest athlete, becomes coach in New York as reported on February 22. The announcement marks a career shift for Sheppard with expectations of bringing his expertise to training and strategy.
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