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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1917
Page
1
Mayor Curley's daughter will present a 150000 dollar fund to Marshal Joffre for relief of French children made fatherless by the war. French flags fluttered in Boston as crowds welcomed Rene Viviani and Marshal Joffre amid tri color demonstrations.
Three dramatic moments marked the French war mission in New York on May 10. Rene Viviani spoke to the Merchants Association pledging continued fight for Alsace Lorraine, and declared the Stars and Stripes meaningful only from the European trenches. Marshal Joffre laid a wreath on General Grant's sarcophagus, then greeted French residents at the Public Library with Viviani and others, amid hundreds of French sailors aboard visiting warships.
A Belgian relief official declares he will possess absolute authority to set prices. He claims he can cut flour costs in half while ensuring profits for farmers millers and retailers, arguing that current prices are outrageous and unjustified.
Ottawa dispatch reports American war casualties announced by the war records office. Killed in action is G. W. Woodliffe of Cambridge Massachusetts. Also listed are wounded R. Corriveau of Lewiston Maine and shell shock case G. Daniel of Westbrook.
F Gray Company advertises all wool indigo blue serge suits for men at 9.96. The sale is listed for their Washington and Hanover Street locations.
Photo from yesterday shows firemen restraining a blaze that endangered the cupola and top floor of New York City Hall as crews worked to confine the flames. Firefighters moved to secure the historic structure amid the emergency.
Thousands of spectators observed Marshal Joffre alight from his car and walk toward the tomb as granite inscriptions recall the phrase Let Us Have Peace. The solemn procession marks a moment of reverent reflection and national gratitude.
Fire men contained a blaze in the wooden clock tower of City Hall after an hour of effort, with Fire Commissioner Adamson attributing the incident to a workman leaving a charcoal furnace unattended near the cupola during roof repairs. The historic building, noted for marble and beauty, dates back two centuries and survived the alarm without major damage.
Despite short crops and high demand, Carter's Tested English Seeds report unusual sales records since entering the country. The firm promises prompt order execution and offers daily office hours from eight to six, with seed experts ready to advise on gardening.
A committee agrees on draft age limits 21 to 31 for compulsory service. The decision notes married men would not receive exemption and outlines policy implications for future conscription.
The Washington article states exemptions from the selective draft remain as drafted by the general staff. Absolute exemptions include U S officers, state and territorial officers, recognized divinity students, and members of recognized religious sects whose creed forbids war though noncombatant service may apply. The President may also exclude local officials, certain federal workers, sea service personnel, essential industry workers, dependents, and those deemed physically or morally deficient.
Congress breaks long deadlock on the selective draft by agreeing to a compromise conscription measure to raise a great war army. Details note a new system of selective service and a plan pressing toward quick enactment.
Former Governor J Q A Brackett was declared elected a delegate to the constitutional convention after a recount of the eighth district votes. He defeated Claude L Allen of Melrose by 21 votes, overturning the initial result.
John Tombine of Little Nahant lost control on Nahant Boulevard and hit a fence, suffering a fractured right arm, fractured jaw, and probable internal injuries. He is in critical condition at Lynn Hospital. Tombino is 20 years old.
Bay State Street Railway urged six cent fares through a Senate petition by President P F Sullivan, but leaders expect no passage this session after the Public Service Commission rejected a similar request. A recess commission study and a public ownership inquiry are likely instead. Sullivan said the road’s net income is too low for needed improvements and urged higher fares or public operation.
Havana reports say the May 10 bomb targeting President Menocal also sought to kill American Minister William Gonzales. The device was timed to explode while Gonzales was in the palace with the president.
F Gray Co advertises 500 men's all wool worsted suits in new spring shades. Sale at F Gray Co located at Washington and Hanover streets. Price stated as 15.00 with 7.90 unit offers.
General Edwards announced steps to relieve National Guard units in New England from policing railroad bridges culverts and yards. The move aims to free troops from guard duty across multiple sites and transfer duties to civilian authorities.
After a meeting with New England railroad leaders the general announced managers must find ways to patrol their property. He said National Guard under federal orders will be sent to war training camps, and warned railroads to prepare private patrols to replace state troops.
Thomas McFaun a 67 year old carpenter of Washington street Weymouth will appear in Quincy District Court charged with felonious assault on 12 year old Bertha May Wolfe of Middle street Hast Weymouth The child was rescued from a cottage yesterday by Mrs Catherine Martin and Mrs Flora A Clarke who heard her scream Police say McFaun enticed the girl into the cottage while she walked to a store nearby
Herbert Hoover calls for empowered majorities in food trades to curb a minority of "pirates" he says exist in every trade. He argues swift control could cut flour to eight dollars per barrel in New York from twenty and prevent wage and industry dislocation, while ensuring fair profits for producers.
Washington May 10 Herbert C Hoover who directed relief in Belgium will become food dictator of the United States for the war period according to administration plans for handling the food situation disclosed today.
A United States consular notice from one year ago urged Americans to leave Mexico amid rising tensions. The advisory warned travelers and residents of potential dangers and advised seeking safer locations.
Forecasts for southern New England call for fair conditions Friday and Saturday with little temperature change as westerly winds diminish and become variable. Northern New England should see fair weather Friday after rain in northern and eastern Maine on Saturday, then fair conditions.
The fragment notes average and historical temperatures with figures like 51 13-24 and 55 3-24. It also includes a stray percentage line and unreadable codes such as 36.23% Oy MBs and 60.m. amid a messy OCR read.
National League games featured Pittsburg 11 over Boston 4 and New York 5 over Cincinnati 2. American League scores showed Cleveland 4 over Washington 3 and Chicago 0 over New York 1.
London May 10 The official report of a secret session of Parliament tonight says that Winston Spencer Churchill opened the discussion and dealt with the general military situation including Russia the western front the strength of the United States and the submarine attack question.
The discussion covers losses of personnel and matériel, Balkan diplomacy, submarine threats, and food supplies. Lloyd George details preserved tonnage sunk monthly since last August, planned new tonnage for the coming year, and food self sufficiency by 1318. Asquith urges openness and publication of the premier’s speech.
Front page ad promotes men’s suits and topcoats at special price 9.90 with black, blue, brown, and green options. Silk lined and single or double breasted styles available. See them and save at Fray Co. Wash and Hanover Streets.
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