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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1917
Page
6
Arthur Lord of Plymouth addressed 20 members and friends of the Massachusetts Society of the American Revolution urging full effort for the Pilgrim celebration at a Washington's Birthday dinner at the Vendome. The gathering was described as the brightest in the society's history.
Washington February 22. A Republican coordinated move threatens to derail the revenue bill as business groups press back against the excess profits tax and other burdensome provisions. Senators plan to debate the measure indefinitely to try to block passage this session.
They anticipate an extra session to adjust the bill after March 4. The goal is to bring in a house that will push changes to blunt the bill’s sectional aspects and broaden support, even if results are likely partisan.
Exclusive Sun day Post report reveals a fresh view of land and sea actions by Japanese artists. The feature showcases unique perspectives and cinematic approaches in wartime imagery.
Maine lawmakers approve a joint resolution for a September 10 special election on adopting a constitutional amendment granting women suffrage. Governor Milliken plans to sign the measure promptly, completing a 40 year push.
Maine becomes the second New England state to adopt a referendum on women’s suffrage following Massachusetts 1915 defeat. Maine Equal Suffrage League and Suffrage Referendum League of Maine say the campaign is vigorous and well organized to win voter approval.
Former President William H. Taft addressed Maryland League to Enforce Peace members in Baltimore and denounced peace-at-any-price pacifists. He warned war could come unless a robust world police league can suppress future conflicts and claimed Germany seeks war with the United States. Invasion of rights, he added, is as wrong as land seizure.
The Ardagnos of 4 Phipps Street North End held a family reunion last night. Francesca Ardagno is in Lief Hospital with head injuries. Son-in-law Peter Damico and brother-in-law Joseph Ardagno are held at Hanover Street Police Station on mutual assault charges.
More than 100 representative newspaper publishers were asked by the Federal Trade Commission to come to Washington early next week for conferences on the proposal by paper manufacturers that the commission set prices for news print paper.
Francis J. Heney leads the commission inquiry as manufacturers who did not sign the proposal meet with him. Publishers from all paper classes attend a meeting to discuss a potential price fix and agreed limits on paper usage, aiming for cooperation with manufacturers and the trade commission.
Sergeant Flaherty of Joy Street police busts a poker game at 20 Allen Street last night. He climbed through a skylight at 10 o clock and interrupted a roomful of five players. They and nearby supporters were detained to answer charges of gaming and being found in a place where gaming was going on.
Yesterday the Catholic Union of Boston Worcester and Washington streets held its annual Children’s Day celebration. More than 0 children of union members attended the festival.
Adjutant-General Pearson told officers of the Massachusetts Coast Artillery National Guard at a Copley Square Hotel luncheon that there are not enough patriots in this country to fill an army in a time of stress. He spoke to officers and past officers after noon.
During a military gathering Captain Holbrook presided as General Pearson spoke on the National Guard and broader army needs. He argued soldiers are underpaid, noting a lack of patriotic recruits to meet stress requiring potential drafts.
An official stated that compulsory service will not be enforced this year or next but suggested it may be coming in the future. The remarks imply ongoing consideration of conscription policies.
Richard Cleveland son of Grover Cleveland spoke against the club system at Princeton University during Alumni Day events in Princeton New Jersey. T. Hart Anderson a senior and member of an upper class club defended the clubs in a related meeting.
An old health column warns Americans to guard against kidney trouble from rich foods. It recommends Jad Salts as a safe, inexpensive remedy to flush kidneys, reduce uric acid, and prevent bladder issues with a daily tablespoon in water.
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