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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
4
Advert says Poslam ointment calms itching and eruptions from eczema quickly. Claims direct action and strong healing energy, comparing favorably to other treatments. Says free samples available from Emergency Laboratories at 243 West 47th St New York City.
Washington reports Food Administrator Hoover says prohibition should be decided by legislation, not by executive food control measures. He asserts Congress should act on the issue, framing it as a legislative matter rather than a government mandate.
Representative Randall of California criticized administration plans and warned of an orgy of drunkenness, stating a full war prohibition bill would be pressed in Congress this session.
The Senate read President Wilson’s letter to Senator Sheppard opposing Rep Randall’s amendment that would block a $6 million agricultural appropriation unless the president uses food control powers to ban grains for beer and wines. Wilson argues it is unwise to force executive action and notes whiskey stocks and potential demand shift. Hoover favored prohibition, according to Senator Sheppard in reply to Senator Gronna.
The Massachusetts State House dome once covered in 23 karat gold may receive a removable battleship gray coating to deter potential pilfering. State House Commission members and naval authorities approved the plan to shield the dome while preserving the gold beneath.
Secretary McAdoo appeals Massachusetts Liberty Loan chairmen to mobilize efforts to secure pledges from at least 1,000,000 citizens before the campaign ends. The message was sent to county chairmen supervising the War Savings Stamps effort.
A 1918 appeal celebrates Liberty Loan work and promotes War Savings Stamps to broaden ownership. It highlights a Parker School in Woburn where pupils raised funds and converted them to War Savings Stamps, earning a White House letter of congratulations for civic effort.
Crowell and Thurlow owners of the four masted schooner Samuel W Hathaway say the vessel has not been sunk and is now en route to Para Brazil. They report she left Norfolk two weeks ago and should be south of the submarine zone.
Washington June 6 state governors were asked by the committee on public information to issue proclamations designating the Fourth of July as a day of celebration for foreign-born residents in the United States. The idea has been approved by President Wilson.
Industrial health topics from employee and employer perspectives will headline a conference tonight in New Bedford. The event is sponsored by the State Board of Labor and Industries in cooperation with the Massachusetts Medical Society.
Mayor Peter approved salary increases for 420 city employees in the annual budget. The raises cover workers in health, welfare, registry, parks and recreation, printing and cemetery departments.
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