11 Jul 1918
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1918
Page
1
The Federal Fuel Board of Boston issues an order forbidding coal for heating to residents and businesses in Boston until likely December 1. Wood burning is allowed for those who can obtain it, but coal use is prohibited for heating, not cooking, under the emergency measure.
Food Administrator Hoover argues for a graduated excess profits tax and higher war profits taxes, with proceeds returned to the national treasury. In a public letter to Senator Simmons he condemns moral profiteering but supports profits tied to capital effort, aiming to curb paternalism and reduce government interference.
A brief note cites Milowers at Penn focusing on analytical thinking and problem solving. The item underscores a methodical approach to study and a commitment to scholastic achievement.
Democrats statewide voice support for Colonel William A. Gaston as the party's gubernatorial candidate after the Boston Post editorial urging Gaston for governor. The editorial sparked broad approval and a sense of unanimous nomination in the state party.
Philadelphia July 10 The Emergency Fleet Corporation announced it has adopted War Labor Conference Board policies as part of its shipyard worker program. About 650000 men in 157 yards are affected. The plan bans strikes and lockouts, allows union rights, prevents discharge for union membership, bans coercion, ensures equal pay for women, and enshrines the eight hour day where law requires it.
Supporters of national prohibition win a battle as the Senate declines to strike the prohibition amendment from the $11,000,000 emergency agricultural bill. Senator Saulsbury of Delaware argued it was general legislation and should be removed, but the ruling was not sustained.
The record notes the consideration of the amendment followed immediately by Senator Phelan speaking, with further discussion continuing on page five.
Madame Marie Botchkarova a colonel in the Russian army and former commander of the Woman Battalion of Death met with President Wilson at the White House today. The conference was conducted through an interpreter.
President insists the aid to Russia will not require thinning Allied lines in France and Belgium. He states victory depends on defeating the German army, with Russia redeemable after that success.
Allied forces press advances in Albania as French and Italian troops push Austrians, while German offensives are feared on the Western Front. Bulgarians said war weary amid shifting fronts, with Allied attention lingering on Balkan gains.
A brief fragment notes that the offensive in this world region may not yield far reaching results but holds interesting possibilities within the movement.
Movie star Doug Fairbanks and his film crew battled a large forest fire in Eagle Rock Valley, saving several summer cottages. Surrounded by flames, Fairbanks used brush and axe to escape, suffering severe burns to his limbs and chest but escaping serious injury.
Lieutenant Quentin Roosevelt, youngest son of ex-President Roosevelt, shot down his first German aircraft this afternoon while American forces pressed north of Chateau Thierry on the Marne front.
Lieutenant Roosevelt and three other pilots flew near the German lines at 5000 yards eight miles inside. He misidentified three enemy planes as friends then opened fire. After 50 shots tracers hit the nearest German craft, which spun and fell 2000 yards through the clouds.
Roosevelt escaped after two German fighters attacked his plane in a 2000 yard spinning dive. He brought his aircraft back to base, unscathed, while the other German planes were still in pursuit.
Paris July 10 General Pershing in a general order decreed July 14 France national holiday as a day of celebration for the American Expeditionary Forces.
Myer Cohen of Brookline, engaged in Boston in army uniforms manufacture, was instantly killed last night in Hingham when struck by an electric car as he repaired his stalled automobile near the car tracks.
An advertisement urges readiness in wartime with a savings account at Cosmo politan Trust Company located at 60 Devonshire Street Boston. The message emphasizes preparedness and financial security during conflict times.
The Russian question remained a key issue for President Wilson and his advisers. Despite Crecko Slovak breakthroughs in Siberia reducing the need for allied supplies, Wilson stayed firm that efforts must keep Western Front pressure intact. He believes victory will come on the western front and eastern victories lose significance once Germany yields.
In this view of the case it does not much matter how far Germany penetrates into Russia or how much eastern territory she can dominate.
The snippet lists TODAY'S ANNIVERSARIES noting John Quincy Adams born 1767 and recalls a 1915 report of Russians being driven back by Austrians on the Bug River. It also mentions the prior year's passing of an enemy trading bill prohibiting commerce with Germany and allies during the war.
Generally fair weather expected for Boston and vicinity on Thursday and Friday with little temperature change. Light to moderate south to southwest winds are forecast across New England on the same period.
A fragment from a weather page shows average temperature yesterday 69 with ranges 18 24 and a comparison to yesterday last year at 62 with a 10 24 range. Times mentioned include morning and afternoon periods.
American League saw Boston edge Cleveland 2 1 as rain halted play and Philadelphia defeated Detroit 5 1 while Chicago beat New York 5 4. National League opened with Boston 4 Chicago 1 and Cincinnati claimed 7 0 over Brooklyn in first game then 5 0 in second. St Louis swept Philadelphia 4 3 and 7 4 in two games. Eastern League results included New Haven 6 Waterbury 0 New London 7 Worcester 1 Springfield 5 Hartford 3 Providence 2.
American pursuit planes in squadron formation penetrated German-occupied territory north of Chateau Thierry for 50 miles and pursued several German aircraft today.
American reconnaissance crews reported gathering information and watching enemy preparations. They flew over several newly built German airfields including one linked to the Richthofen flying circus. The missions were conducted at about 5000 yards altitude and all crew members returned safely.
King Albert and Queen Elizabeth of Belgium flew to England last Saturday to join the silver anniversary festivities for King George and Queen Mary. They attended a concert by the Be orchestra in London and were welcomed amid cheering crowds as Earl Curzon praised their wartime sympathy for Belgian suffering and soldiers.
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