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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1917

Page

4

Burial Plans for Col. Joy

The funeral of Colonel Franklin L. Joy of the First Corps Cadets who collapsed during the Joffre parade will be held tomorrow at 2 30 PM from Grove Hall Universalist Church Roxbury corner Washington and Wilder streets Eight sergeants will bear the casket with firing squads and Taps to be sounded Interment at Forest Hills cemetery The service will be led by Reverends George L Perrin and Charles R Tenney

Franklin L. Joy First Corps Joffre Grove Hall Universalist Church Washington and Wilder Streets Roxbury George L. Perrin Charles R. Tenney Southbridge Forest Hills Cemetery

Wilson Sees Suffragists in Historic White House Return

President Wilson met a suffrage delegation in Washington on May 14 for the first time since the war began and did not commit, though attendees said they were encouraged by his attitude. The group included J A H Hopkins, E A Rumly, John Spargo, Virgil Hinshaw, Abby Scott Baker, and Mabel Vernon. former Governor Walsh did not attend.

Washington Wilson Walsh Massachusetts J. A. H. Hopkins New Jersey E. A. Rumly The New York Mail John Spargo Virgil Hinshaw Abby Scott Baker Mabel Vernon

Kerensky warns of disaster in Russia at Petrograd rally

In Petrograd delegates crowded a front meeting where A F Kerensky minister of justice voiced the gravest concern since the revolution. He admitted his confidence failed and warned that disaster loomed over Russia's internal crisis.

Petrograd London A. F. Kerensky Russia

Kerensky laments wavering Russian resolve and future of bread

In Petrograd, M. Kerensky warns the public that freedom is stalling under strain and discipline must replace drunken bravado. He fears Russia may soon fail to provide bread and supplies as the war drags on, urging a swift reinvigoration of army and citizen resolve.

M. Kerensky Petrograd Russia Russkia Vella M. Andreyeff

Turkey Signals Peace Offer to Russia

Turkey says it would be agreeable to peace efforts if Russia consents to lay down arms and hold talks, signaling a possible path to deescalation amid ongoing tensions and war. The remark appears as Ankara seeks a negotiated settlement.

Turkey Russia

Colorado Dream Come True Says International Traveler

A famed world traveler calls Colorado a dream come true praising its mountain scenery sports facilities motoring roads and ozone. The piece promotes Colorado vacations with Rocky Mountain National Park Estes Pikes Peak Mesa Verde and Denver among attractions and urges readers to request illustrated literature and plan trips via Rock Island Lines Travel Bureau in Boston.

Colorado Rocky Mountain National Park Estes Pikes Peak Mesa Verde National Park Colorado Springs Denver Rock Island Rock Island Travel Bureau Old South Bidg Boston S. L. Parrott

Germans press for separate peace and Russia’s fate in war talks

German officials push for Russia to accept a separate peace while Turkey appears to aid that aim. Russia reports reverses in Mesopotamia and Caucasus as Britons question the wisdom of any separate peace. The British chancellor notes Germany’s tactic to split the allies, stressing no separate peace is officially wanted.

Council of Workmen's and Turkey Germany Russia Baltic Sea Danubian Rumania Caucasus Mesopotamia Petrograd Erzingan Diala Great Britain Austria-Hungary House of Commons

Choate's Sudden Death Linked to Exposure and Strain

Joseph H. Choate dies suddenly after a morning illness. Reports attribute his collapse to exposure and stress during a period in the city, with illness appearing only that day.

Joseph H. Choate Joffre Viviani

Choate 8 Decade Outsized Legal Figure and Envoy Dies

Obituary recounts the life of a renowned American lawyer and diplomat. Born in New England, Harvard graduate, partner at Evarts Southmayd and Choate, rising to premier New York bar leadership. Though a Republican, he served as ambassador to England from 1899 after a constitutional convention stint, later celebrated on many public occasions.

Mr. Choate United States England New England Rufus Choate Harvard Phillips Brooks New York Evarts, Southmayd and Choate Bar McKinley London The Union

Choate’s inexperience noted yet praised as diplomat

The remarks highlight Choate's lack of political training but emphasize his cheerful temperament and six years in England. He earned broad acclaim for linking English speaking peoples, became a popular lecturer on American institutions, and was made a bencher of Middle Temple, a rare honor for an American born lawyer. His post-dinner speeches were regarded as a national asset.

Choate England Atlantic Middle Temple London

Study French In The Ninth Regiment Officers

The Ninth Regiment includes French language study in its officer training to lead branches in battle on French soil. Officers will learn signaling, shooting, and battlefield commands to discern orders from French officers.

John L. Advocates Roosevelt in France amid rally and cheers

John L. urged that Roosevelt lead a European expedition and be seen in France. He praised Roosevelt as the greatest man today, urged universal military training up to age 60, and defended saloon keepers while recounting his own 26 year battle with alcohol. Clarence W. Rowley read a petition to Congress requesting Roosevelt's Europe trip.

America John L John Sullivan Roosevelt Clarence W. Rowley Congress Europe

Speech at Faneuil Hall Ends With Roosevelt Debate

Sullivan ridiculed Roosevelt and predicted a public uproar from mothers if sons were sent to trenches. John F Malloy argued for Congress and the President to decide Roosevelt's fate, facing boos over socialistic talk. The crowd supported the resolution as Rowley urged unity at the meeting.

Sullivan Roosevelt Johnny John Mr. Rowley John F. Malloy South Boston Mr. Maloy Boston America Congress

Charlestown Child Killed by Automobile

Three year old Edward F. Lynch son of John Lynch of 49 Cambridge Street Charlestown was killed yesterday afternoon when struck by a automobile near Sullivan Square. Harry J. Zollinger of 110 Union Park Street South End driver of the machine was arrested charged with manslaughter. He was released on bail.

Edward F. Lynch John Lynch Cambridge Street Charlestown Sullivan Square Harry J. Zollinger Union Park Street South End

Freight Clerk Killed Crossing New Haven Tracks

Frank Fahey aged 73 was struck and killed by a freight car while crossing the New Haven railroad tracks on West Fourth street in South Boston. He was employed as a freight clerk and resided at 664 East Fourth street, South Boston.

New Haven West Fourth Street South Boston Frank Fahey East Fourth Street South Boston

Simple Remedy Prolonged Life Claims Boost for Laxative

An old health ad promotes Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative aiding bowel regularity in the elderly. It cites a Davenport, Iowa user and notes the product costs 50 cents, with a free trial bottle offered by Dr. W. B. Caldwell of Monticello Illinois.

Dr. Caldwell Robert le Forgee Kirkwood Boulevard Davenport Iowa

Plant Juice Miracle Reported by Medford Woman

Mrs Mary Tucker of 81 Cross Street Medford Massachusetts testifies Plant Juice relieved 17 years of indigestion dyspepsia and associated pains after weeks of use. She reports weight gain improved sleep and renewed vitality and notes her son was cured of stomach trouble. Plant Juice represented by Houghton and Dutton Co. drug department man.

Mary Tucker Cross Street Medford Mass Houghton & Dutton Co

The Crying Need of the Woman of Today

Dr Ferdinand King previews an article arguing modern women need more iron than decades ago. He promotes Nuxated Iron as a simple remedy to boost strength vitality and endurance in two weeks, with money back guarantee from druggists.

Ferdinand King New York King

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