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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1917
Page
5
An order by Standard Oil raised wholesale gasolene to 25 cents a gallon. Texas Oil Company announced a 1 cent increase to 26 cents a gallon. Boston offices offered no explanation. This follows a Jan. 17 rise from 23 to 24 cents, surprising motorists at the start of the driving season.
Portland officials say deputy sheriffs will reinforce city staff guarding the water supply. They will patrol at night along the aqueduct from the Sebago Lake intake to the reservoir to ensure security of the system serving Portland and suburbs.
New York March 1 plans to replace Cunard tonnage lost to the German submarine campaign were disclosed in the official note announcing contracts for six ocean going ships ranging from seven thousand five hundred to twelve thousand tons. Two vessels will be built at Fore River near Boston one at Sparrow's Point near Baltimore and three at Union Iron Works in San Francisco all by Bethlehem Steel subsidiaries.
The Campfire Girls sent a telegram to President Wilson pledging the 88000 members to preparedness at home by caring for children, economic food preparation, first aid, and guarding the health of women nationwide.
An advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children. It claims gentle internal cleansing relieves constipation and assorted ailments from feverishness to sour stomach, urging parents to buy the 50 cent bottle made by the California Fig Syrup Company with full directions on the label.
Prices fell widely as potatoes onions and seafood dropped from recent highs. Pork rib chops eased to 26 cents a pound and rump steak to 38, while lamb fore quarters and other cuts showed declines. Eggs, beans, cabbage, and citrus fluctuated, with rice and macaroni rising as staples tightened.
A brief whimsical note quotes Colonel Corn telling Sam that honesty is best. The item previews a page of light entertainment in the upcoming Sunday Post.
A committee of Boston men appointed by the Chamber of Commerce of the United States to assist the War Department in purchasing supplies in event of hostilities. The group will cooperate with the quartermaster's office to secure supplies at right prices and quickly, determine where and when items are available, and assess quality.
A public safety committee and the Chamber of Commerce began coordinating to equip the Massachusetts militia for war, sending a letter to General Leonard Wood after his conference noted equipment shortages. A navy yard conference led to plans for a large volunteer support meeting, while Red Cross appeals for 50000 dollars to sustain sewing and nursing programs. Mayor Curley authorized a recruiting tent on the Common to recruit Marines.
Indianapolis March 1 Indiana members of Congress were urged to give instant and unqualified support to President Wilson in his defense of American rights in a joint resolution passed by the State Senate under suspension of the rules late today with no dissenting vote.
An old advertisement promotes Dr True's Elixir, claiming it cures intestinal worms and stomach disorders in children and adults. It cites symptoms like swollen lips and bad breath, includes a testimonial from Mrs. Georgia Philpot of Houston, and mentions a long family history and worldwide reputation.
The Boston display of Vitalitas invites free sampling to demonstrate a natural medicine said to aid chronic illnesses. Billed as safe for delicate stomachs, it claims to restore vigor without narcotics, claiming broad improvements for indigestion rheumatism nervous debility and liver or kidney concerns at a Woodward Fremont demonstration today.
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