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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1919
Page
10
A 1919 report details the first phase of the Ypres battle. Allied efforts to turn the German right flank failed, with frantic counter attacks around the defences at Ypres described by General French.
Field Marshal Allenby recalls the first phase of the battle of Ypres during late October and early November. He highlights the heroic stand of cavalry and infantry along Wytschaete Messines Ridge and the risks if the German breakthrough at Kemmel had succeeded. He notes divisions, reinforcements, command changes, and mounting ammunition concerns as October 29 marked a critical turning point.
The First and Seventh Divisions regained ground after heavy day losses. A line extended from north of the Ypres Menin road to Kruisen, with the Seventh joining the cavalry at Kruisen. The northern Haig line reached Reutel and Poetelhoek, then connected with the Ninth French Corps east of Zonnebeke Station. German forces of the 27th German Reserve Corps and Sixth Bavarian Division faced a severe check with heavy losses. London Scottish reserve sent to Ypres by motor omnibus.
The note promises continuation tomorrow in the Daily and Sunday Post. It previews a crucial phase of the battle of Ypres.
The All-Newton Welcome Home celebration honors local servicemen with decorations citywide. Governor Coolidge, General Edwards, Admiral Dunn, General Sherburne, and Colonel Bunnell will attend the parade, reviews at City Hall, speeches at Norumbega Park, vaudeville, a banquet, and a grand ball. Over 1200 service men are expected to participate.
Heavy snowstorms in the Andes stop rail travel between Buenos Ayres and Valparaiso. Snow slides damaged the Transandine railway and bridges, delaying a bi weekly service. North American businessmen were stranded and had to divert north via the east coast. Officials say repair will not begin until September or October.
A mass meeting under Bishop O Dwyer Branch of Friends of Irish Freedom will be held at Aquinas Hall Norfolk Street Cambridge tomorrow evening at 7 30. Speakers include Joseph Smith William M Hogan James J Aylward Mrs Frank C Scanlon Mayor Edward W Quinn and Rev Michael J Doody. The event supports the Irish Freedom Fund Association drive.
June 7 1914 marked a pivotal moment when Mollie Waddy and Tony the elephants were presented to Boston by the city after donations from fifty thousand children. Governor Walsh delivered the animals to Mayor Curley as crowds cheered at Fenway Park with former Mayor Green and elephant owners William Orford in attendance.
Curator Morse freed Mollie Waddy and Tony for a farewell roam at Franklin Park as the Junior Red Cross Drive in Boston plans an anniversary reception. Assistant Harkins led the elephants out for a playful day of mischief before returning to the city to show appreciation for the donors and children who funded their home.
Charles M. Clarry, 62, a heating engineer of national reputation, died suddenly yesterday at his home on 69 Moreland Street in Roxbury.
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