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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1915
Page
1
A 1915 edition notes President's call for Germany to halt submarine killings. It emphasizes a firm note insisting unarmed merchant ships be visited and searched and passengers saved. The United States asserts it has never conceded Germany's right to submarine warfare under blockade pretenses.
French forces pierced German defenses in the Arras region capturing a blockhouse and chapel at Notre Dame de Lorette and widening a line break that disrupts communications with Douai and Cambrai. Additional gains along the front from Lille to Boisselle signal a likely massed offensive by Joffre to supplement the British push at Lille.
Washington observers report the Dernburg matter may force Germany to recall or expel him. The administration seeks to end his influence here as neutrality debates intensify. German agents and neutrality leagues embarrass Washington while officials scrutinize U S statutes for action.
Germany via Ambassador Gerard tells the United States submarine commanders will avoid harming neutral vessels not engaged in hostilities. Damaged neutrals will be paid for in the war zone, with regret expressed for accidental harm. Germany cites Britain's blockade as justification for its submarine warfare.
President Wilson prepares a draft note to Germany demanding adherence to maritime law after the Lusitania disaster. The message, to be sent within days, cites prior incidents including the Falaba sinkings and Cush ing attack and seeks an official explanation and commitment to international rules.
Rome May 11 Continued military preparations sweep the kingdom with expectations of war within hours. Rumors say Prince von Buelow the German ambassador may depart for Berlin as public alarm runs high. Royal family autos moved to Verona for army use and freight to Germany via Switzerland ceases. Passenger train service to Swiss frontier declines.
The President expresses deep concern over German propaganda efforts amid rising tensions. Officials warn of sustained influence campaigns targeting public opinion and allied unity across multiple fronts.
Continued box scores show results across leagues. In the National League St Louis defeated Boston 5 1 Chicago 5 Brooklyn 1 Cincinnati 2 New York 1 Philadelphia 4 Pittsburg 2. In the American League Detroit 5 Boston 1 Cleveland 3 New York 1 Washington 2 Chicago 0 Philadelphia 3 St Louis 0. In the Federal League Chicago 6 Brooklyn 4 Baltimore 6 St Louis 1 Kansas City 7 Newark 0 Pittsburg 1 Buffalo 0.
Daily sky report lists moon phases from May to June and full moons through year. Astronomical events include Saturn as evening star, Venus and Jupiter as morning stars, and a midnight comet sighting. Anniversary item notes Henry Cabot Lodge birth and Puerto Rico bombardment in 1898. Vehicle lamp times set for 7:25 and 7:55.
Forecast calls for fair conditions in Boston and vicinity with moderate south winds. Washington report notes New England will see fair weather Wednesday and Thursday.
Anthony F. Wilding of New Zealand former lawn tennis champion and Davis Cup team member killed in the fighting at the Dardanelles. He held the rank of second lieutenant in the Royal Marines.
In Queenstown on May 12 a persistent rumor claims Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt's body has been recovered on the Irish coast. Webb Wade, Vanderbilt's secretary, is investigating the report as officials verify details.
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