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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
6
The British foreign office and American government released the protest over delays to American commerce caused by searches of vessels by the British fleet. The note is viewed as a high importance diplomatic document amid the war.
The note from Ambassador Page to Earl Grey detailed American trade concerns amid neutral port seizures. British officials including Sir Edward Grey met to discuss the protest, with a reply anticipated in the coming days as newspapers weigh the diplomatic exchange from December 28, 1914.
An early tease notes Pa Van Loon as a surprise highlight in the upcoming Sunday Post comic section. Readers are urged to check the pages for the feature.
London December 31 Capitains commissioned officers and warrant officers who distinguish themselves in war become eligible for The Military Cross silver decoration bears imperial crown on each arm and in the center G. R. I. It ranks below the Victoria Cross and is to be awarded over other decorations and medals.
The Gazette lists about ten individuals receiving the new decoration. Cap tain Grant and Commander Barr of the auxiliary cruiser Carmania are named companions of the Bath for sinking the German steamer Cap Trafalgar off the South American coast in September. Captain John Glossop of the Australian cruiser Sydney is rewarded similarly for sinking the German cruiser Emden. Prince Leopold of Battenberg is appointed a knight grand cross of the Royal Victorian Order. The Distinguished Service Order and Distinguished Service Cross are awarded to several naval officers for gallantry.
Emperor William from army headquarters wires Washington his wishes for a happy New Year and expresses best wishes for the welfare of the United States to President Wilson.
A Berlin despatch reports over 30 French and British warships striking Pola, the Austrian Adriatic base, and Rovigno nearby. French submarine operations are noted, and a prior torpedo attack on the Austrian dreadnought Viribus Unitis is cited as possibly signaling further Anglo French aggression.
London dispatch notes the New Year honors list shows no new peers. The Earl of Aberdeen becomes Marquisate, Viscount St Aldwyn gains an earldom, while Derby and Chesterfield receive Garters and Lovat earns Thistle. Henderson gets privy councillorship. Greenwood becomes a baronet. 16 knighthoods awarded including Newbolt and Dyson. Perley and Sifton named knights commander of St Michael and St George.
The largest single contribution to the Belgian relief fund was $1600 from a Boston woman who requested anonymity. Treasurer Joseph H. O Neil listed it as New Year s Gift and Redington Fiske helped obtain it, though the donor s name remains undisclosed.
Contributions yesterday lifted total to 162 458 with gifts of cash clothing at Belgian relief HQ. Harpalyce cargoes load 150 000 of 200 000 bushels of wheat. coffee and flour join supplies. Union Belge workers include prominent Boston women led by Mrs. Charles A Porter. J B Pearson Co contributes 100 for clothing and blankets. Kermesse to raise funds at Horticultural Hall.
A list of donors and gifts from various clubs churches and individuals toward Milton charities totals 102 458 48. The entry names the organizations and amounts including the New England Women's Club 60.00 and First Unitarian Society 8.73 with many others ranging from 1.00 to 60.00.
The Massachusetts American Red Cross treasurer L Higginson lists subscriptions to the European war fund from multiple donors and groups across towns including Boston Leicester Needham Framingham Marlboro Norwood Newton Highlands West Newton and Dedham totaling 92 898.07 with cash and in kind contributions from churches lodges and clubs along with individual gifts from supporters.
Miss Sarah H. McLeish of 39 K Street South Boston married Rev Milton H. Petzold of Williamsport Maryland at the home of Rev C W Dunham 49 M Street South Boston pastor of the Phillips Congregational Church A dinner followed at the Copley Plaza with only immediate family present The bride 23 daughter of Robert M and Sarah H McLeish of South Boston The groom a Boston University graduate and pastor of a Methodist Episcopal church at Williamsport.
Advertisement touts two ounce Emerald Oi! Oil as a cure for swollen veins and ulcers. It claims rapid reduction of veins and lumps with nightly and morning applications and notes use in hospital practice. The copy promises long lasting concentration and even claims tubercular glands disappear with steady use.
An advertisement touts an original bottle of Ginging as a cure for Pyorrhoea and related gum issues. It promises quick relief and weeks of effect, sold at drug stores.
State Treasurer Frederick Mansfield appears slated for the supervisor of small loans role as the Governor's Council considers charges against E Gerry Brown and Fred E Walker. Brown defends his tenure, insisting on a full inquiry and the right to confront accusers.
Mr Brown asserts he must be informed of any charges against him and states he will seek a formal investigation by the Legislature. He plans to press for clarification and oversight in the matter.
The note mentions Torchy returning to society scenes in Sewell Ford’s Then Along Came Lukey with a teaser to see the next Sunday.
Following an order from Chairman Elliott of the New Haven railroad the South Station restaurant section stops selling intoxicants at the lunch counter on the ground floor and at the bar on the second floor. The main restaurant remains open to travelers. The policy may extend to all railroad properties as part of a new year change.
Dr. B O Crossman of Lisbon was named superintendent of the State Hospital for the Insane by the State Board of Control. He succeeds Dr. Charles P Bancroft who was removed. The appointment runs for one year at a $5000 salary.
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