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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1918
Page
27
Rear Admiral Spencer Wood, commandant of the first naval district, warns shipmasters and factory managers of dangers to troops and sailors from whistles bells and other celebrations tied to troop transport sailings from American ports.
Rear Admiral Wood warns ship masters and factory managers to avoid any whistles bells or displays celebrating troop transport sailings. He notes a nearby enemy submarine and states demonstrations could reveal naval details to the foe. Americans should refrain from discussions of sailings to prevent aiding the enemy.
The 76th Division completes transport to the new cantonment as officers, draftees, and troops move to camps. General Hodges departs from headquarters on July 2 as New England draftees arrive for training and reorganization into the 12th Division. The 301st Regiment known as Bostons Own, celebrates July 4 aboard trains en route to embarkation.
Dailey of Cambridge a former Cubs catcher, Fore River worker, deemed nonessential by local board. Dartmouth star Daniel Turner among registrants. Lynn’s Thomas Scollins seeks service after two terms in army. Worcester’s Edward Scanlon pleads against rejection for size. Lowell sergeant pleads guilty to theft. Milford Private Shaughnessy also pleads guilty. Springfield’s James Keefe appointed Knights of Columbus huts secretary. Connecticut to supply about 2200 and New Hampshire 721 soldiers tomorrow.
Walter Johnson of Washington was offered at least 300 dollars per game to pitch for the Duluth team under the Crowder ruling. Telegrams were sent to Claude Hendrix and Henry Severeid seeking similar moves. Hub Perdue joined Duluth to pitch for the new league as officials pursue top shortstop targets amid strong team rivalry.
New York July 24 four new aviation fields on Long Island have been named after Major John Purroy Mitchel Major Raoul Lufbery Lieutenant Colonel Henry J Damm and Lieutenant Colonel C G Chapman American aviators killed while flying The announcement came from Major General William L Kenley in charge of aeronautics in Washington
Livermore Falls Missouri July 24 striking night shift workers at the Chisholm mill of the International Paper company cite unpaid May and June bonuses as the cause. A meeting of night workers at the For Soyth mill is set for tomorrow to decide if action will spread there.
Kunhardt born in Hamburg 42, long based in Manchester Massachusetts Boston linked officer says he will be interned at Fort Oglethorpe or similar camp until the war ends. He was arrested after surveillance and searches of his Manchester and Boston properties with two women and a man present during the capture.
Dublin reports seized by police reveal Irish Volunteer leaders in Cork Kerry and Limerick detailing the 1916 Easter uprising and German deception. Dated September 1917 the documents cite German treachery and the futility of the rising as officers recount failed landings and orders from Pearse and Monteith.
On July 24 at Toledo Fort Miami track three harness world records were set during the Grand Circuit meet. Bertha McGuire earned a 2:04 1-4 mile in the Fort Miami stake for four year old fillies, breaking the previous 2:04 3-4 mark held by Joan and Mary Putnam. The six heat race featured Esperanza and Blanch Carter, with the event noted as the fastest six heat and sixth heat on record. Wilkes Brewer driven by Pop Geers was scratched after the third heat, and Driver Murphy did not win.
The opening Bay State Circuit meet in Greenfield saw the local track record fall four times as Dr Kilbourn posted 2:11 1-4 in the 2:16 trot first heat and Frank Drury clocked 2:10 1-4 in the 2:13 pace. Seven heats were run in the 2:16 trot with Patrick Duluth winning.
Harrison New Jersey July 24 Fred Fulton heavyweight champion of Minnesota has been classed a draft delinquent and may be taken into custody on advice of Henry S Wise chairman of Local Draft Board No 125 New York City Fulton failed to appear for physical examination and is listed in Division A Class 1 on grounds he is in a non essential occupation The Harrison board referred the case to the attorney general pending action by authorities
Bobby Dyson of New Bedford high on a string of 18 wins returns to action against Charley Mitchell of Braintree in a 10 round feature at the Commercial AC. Dyson, sidelined with a lame mitt, has trained in Chelsea under Jack Leonard and aims to prove his form Friday night.
The Italian motor pace champion Vincent Madonna defeated Victor Linart in two straight heats at the Revere cycle track before the season’s largest crowd. The first race covered 10 miles and the second 20 miles, run with Madonna starting from the scratch line and pacing behind Linart for most of the distance.
The Duxbury Yacht Club hosted the women’s race with 11 o’clock start and NE breeze. In the 15-foot Knockabout class Wilelmina with Sabina Dwinnell won 1 hour 36 minutes 10 seconds, Kit with Emily Burns 1 44 07, while in the Bay Bird class Wiki Wiki skip Helen Maxwell led to 1 28 40 with Kildee Eleanor Allen 1 29 18 and Dewitcher Amy Grannis 1 30 38.
Enthusiasm runs high as local and New England auto dealers plan a key convention in the city to form a New England section of the National Automobile Dealers Association. A luncheon at Hotel Brunswick precedes business as the group aims to grow to about 300 members and to unite a nationwide recruitment drive. President Vesper and Secretary Peake will speak, highlighting wartime cooperations and a broad conservation program to cut material use and overhead.
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