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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1917
Page
3
Senator Weeks declared yesterday he opposed sending American troops abroad to aid the allies. He said that sending troops to Europe is impractical, even if desirable for other reasons, in an interview at the quarters of the Republican State committee.
Senator Weeks argues for universal training before an army and supports immediate actions by Congress. He envisions defending shipping, warns of German submarine threat, praises the navy, and backs a billion dollar loan to France and England guaranteed by the US government. He says war declaration would be the only remaining option if Germany threatens the United States.
New York reports outline plans to recruit for the navy by assuring dependents will be cared for while service members defend the nation. The Navy League hosts National Service meetings with Sir Herbert L. Ames noting Canada’s Patriotic Fund and substantial subscriptions. A War Relief Fund proposal aims to mobilize United States support if war comes.
The petition of Mayor Curley for a mandamus to compel Francis A ll clerk of the Suffolk Superior Court to file an itemized budget with the City Council was set for hearing on April 6 by the Supreme Judicial Court after a conference between Campbell and Lyons counsels. The postponement was requested after the conference.
On March 27 automobile owners and chauffeurs offered vehicles to Mayor F. B. Stacy for patrols linked to the Home League being formed. The move follows successful vehicle patrols by the police department, with expectations of many cars available for duty.
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