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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1917
Page
9
An advertising expert from New York cites his wife’s weight loss and health gains while endorsing Arbolone Tablets. A Philadelphia address user claims 3 packages reduced weight by 20 pounds and notes the product stops cravings, dissolves fat, and offers a safe, prompt reduction sold through thousands of druggists.
A new method using Silmerine promises natural looking curls and waves. The preparation is described as harmless and residue free, leaving hair lustrous and fluffy after brushing. With simple directions, results appear within three hours and last long.
Official bulletins describe raids east of Vermilles and near Epehy and Lens as successful. French artillery actions on Vauclerc and Californie plateaux and near Chevreux cited. German bombardment of Rheims noted with Italian and Austrian counter actions on multiple fronts. Bulgarian front mention of naval bombings at Kavala and air attacks.
Amsterdam dispatch reports the Austrian emperor proposes a full restoration of Poland, free passage through the Dardanelles, and even a loan to Russia. The ideas were discussed by Count Czernin and German Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg at headquarters.
A Reuters despatch from Petrograd reports a government change leading to Levolsky’s appointment as ambassador to Great Britain, replacing Zingiz Sazonoff who was recently named for the post.
Classified ad urges women who feel tired pale and worn to have blood checked for iron deficiency. The copy targets symptoms of fatigue irritability and melancholy and promotes seeking medical testing.
May 22 Parliament reopened and interpellations on war conduct were presented in the Chamber. Premier Ribot addressed the deputies regarding the interpellations and urged Russians to fight Paris in the contemporary political discourse.
In a tense session, Premier Ribot defends France's wartime policies, urges cooperation with the military, and calls for restitution of lost provinces. He rejects annexation and emphasizes a durable peace while backing Russia as it reorganizes. A submarine policy debate is scheduled for May 31 and June 1.
The article warns that most soaps and shampoos contain excess alkali that dry the scalp and brittle hair. It recommends refined coconut oil as a mild cleanser, using one to two teaspoonfuls with water to produce a rich lather and rinse away dust dirt and oil, leaving hair soft and manageable. Coconut oil is inexpensive and available at pharmacies for family use.
In a letter to Guy Emerson Roosevelt calls it the duty of every man and woman who can afford it to buy Liberty Bonds to ensure guns ammunition food and clothes reach soldiers at the front. He says he has invested in the bonds.
The chamber discussed France's military policy and the issue of delegates attending the International Socialist conference in Stockholm. Attention centered on Premier Ribot's speech with broad praise for his statements on Russia as Socialist leaders offered hearty congratulations.
Moscow responds to Washington with a cable from Foreign Minister Tereshchenko praising U S ideals. The note states Russian democracy shares America's liberty traditions, supports the coalition for justice, and fights to secure freedom of nations and lasting peace without conquest.
Stockholm May 22 report that German submarines captured three Swedish steamers carrying freight for Finland. Submarines patrol the Bothnian Gulf and operate with Zeppelins seen off Sweden’s east coast. Water traffic to Sweden has been temporarily halted.
A Hungarian source reports a continuous strike in all Budapest munition factories since May 1, with confirmation received in Stockholm via London dated May 22.
The report notes a pause in large offensives on both the British and French fronts with minor trench raiding and artillery actions. Haig prepares to strike along the Hindenburg line west of Bullecourt and the Avecourt Queant line, while Germans renew costly counterattacks near Moronvilliers and engage in heavy artillery duels around Rheims. The Isonzo front shows reduced fighting and Austro Italian actions shift toward Trentino.
A delayed Paris report states Brazil losses another boat in a maritime incident. Details are scarce as authorities investigate the cause and assess damages to the fleet.
The steamer Tijuca sank off the Brittany coast yesterday after sailing from Pernambuco for Havre on April 9. The 2304 ton ship, built in 1883 at Newcastle, is owned by a Rio de Janeiro navigation company. part of her crew were rescued.
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