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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
1
War cabinet reshuffle looms as Kitchener may quit, Lloyd George to succeed him. Unionist and Labour leaders to exit cabinet, Redmond offered Secretary of Ireland, Asquith confirms upheaval signaling Liberal government near collapse. Fisher to stay.
London reports in the Pall Mall Gazette link Kitchener to calls for viceroy seat in India or return to commander in chief. The British cabinet faces upheaval as Russia suffers a decisive setback in Galicia with German-Austrian forces routing and Przemysl likely to fall. Italy may enter the war, with the Chamber of Deputies due to reconvene tomorrow.
Governor Walsh vetoed the labor pure milk bill after a long legislative battle. He said existing laws already cover its provisions and that it would harass a returning Massachusetts dairy industry.
Close to the Governor say his message notes a year old law requiring milk handlers to obtain local health licenses, preventing sale of unsanitary milk. The veto defeats a bill letting state authorities override local boards and prosecute. Farmers aided by the State Grange and mass meetings opposed the measure backed by the Massachusetts Milk Consumers' Association and introduced by the State AFL.
The Republican State committee held a large banquet at the American House honoring party members of the Legislature and local chairmen. Speaker Sam Winslow praised President Wilson amid strong cheers for Senator Lodge and the European situation, urging unity behind the President.
Miss Alice Regan a former Malden Hospital nurse was bound gagged and attacked in the Woodland near the Malden Hospital. Her companion William Cronin of Stoneham was beaten to insensibility by two teen suspects Sunday night.
Astronomical notes report Moon phases from May 13 to June 12 and daylight length rising by 1h 46m since the shortest day. Evening star Saturn and morning planets Venus and Jupiter marked visible. notable anniversaries include North Carolina's 1861 secession and Marseilles plague of 1720. Auto lamp timings set for 7:34 and 8:04.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for fair conditions on Thursday with unsettled Friday and possible showers after. Moderate northerly to easterly winds accompany the outlook. Washington notes New England will be fair Thursday and Friday with rain to the southwest.
Rome reports that Italian government authorities have decided upon war against Austria Hungary. The announcement comes amid rapid diplomatic and military actions reflecting a unified wartime stance. The public dispatch notes shifting government positions as events unfold.
London May 19 In the Cabinet reconstruction talk the most striking idea is to appoint John E Redmond Irish leader as Chief Secretary for Ireland The notion marks a dramatic shift in English Irish relations amid wartime reforms and the reaction to a God Save Ireland moment in Parliament
The remark reflects a historical clash between traditional reverence and emerging secular critiques. It notes how cultural norms framed offenses, challenging established religious decorum and provoking discussion among contemporaries about limits of speech.
For Business and Pleasure use the Boston and Worcester trolley for Worcester and intermediate points. Ex press and accommodation service advertised.
A note emphasizes extending safeguards to American sailors aboard ships, focusing on ensuring basic safety standards and protections while at sea. No further details available.
Washington officials clarified that the United States does not demand a complete abandonment of submarine warfare. The note targets the method of conduct and the visit and search issues, while preserving the legal rights of the United States.
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