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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1918
Page
5
The article reports New England must surpass a seven million dollar minimum quota and the Boston area should aim for five million, as nationwide Red Cross fundraising pushes toward a total exceeding one hundred million with a final goal of at least one hundred fifty million to meet growing world needs.
The Atlantic division of the American Red Cross surpassed its $35,000,000 goal with large city and industrial district giving. Boston and New England states report strong subscriptions, with firms and individuals pledging thousands in support as campaigns run through Monday.
The New England division’s total in the second Red Cross war fund drive stands at 6,457,159, trailing its 7,000,000 goal by 542,841. Campaign Manager Bernard W. Trafford and thousands of volunteers push to surpass the mark tonight with district tallies from Maine to Berkshire County.
The Red Cross national fund top line reached 86.689 million dollars as subscriptions advanced toward the 100 million dollar target. The May 24 update from Washington shows a further 22 million added to the second war fund, bringing the drive closer to completion.
In France the war sees heavy artillery activity with multiple engagements in the Somme area. German forces raided British lines at Bucquoy southwest of Arras, taking prisoners. The Kemmel region and Lys River sectors report heavy fire, and guns along the Scarpe near Arras and between Moreuil and Montdidier remain active.
The fighting continues with air battles and bombings along the western battle front. German attempts to bombard Paris are not renewed, while American aviators defend the city. Toul sector troops are reshuffled with Bavarian reserves replacing withdrawn units. Analysts say northern redeployments hint at renewed offensives in Picardy and Flanders. A large German force nears Kursk near the Dnieper Don region despite assurances not to advance in Russia.
Rev. Dr. William Harman van Allen condemned pacifists as traitors at the Church of the Advent. He urged two or three public executions to prove loyalty and criticized Sinn Fein among Irish-Americans for opposing England.
Camp Devens officers face a request from State Deputy Daniel J Gallagher of the Knights of Columbus to bring 20 hospital soldiers to Boston for John McCormack’s concert at Mechanics Hall opening a drive to raise 50 000 for the order. The plan would send the men by auto to Boston and back to Ayer with 20 front row seats. Gallagher says McCormack sent a 1000 check for their tickets and the soldiers deserve the outing after weeks in hospital.
State House announcement by Henry B. Endicott federal food administrator for Massachusetts and Judge Abraham K. Cohen says men aged 21 to 31 with deferred draft status should not change jobs in food wholesale or retail until full anti idler rule regulations arrive from Washington. This guidance affects registrants currently in food manufacturing or sales.
NPA Tuc BERG In Arlington May 24 Anna N nee Ahlberg 37 wife of John Berg services from home 81 Henderson st Arlington Sunday May 26 2 p.m. Relatives and friends invited Bruce In Roxbury May 24 Francis J W Bruce beloved husband of the late Frances Bruce new Mulien funeral from his late residence 28 East Cottage et Monday May 27 funeral notice later.
Boston's Own 301st Regiment of Infantry reaches full war strength at Camp Devens amid a division-wide buildup. About 2800 new recruits joined the unit, with most transfered from the Depot Brigade, and the force now numbers roughly 3600 men, largely Boston natives.
The depot brigade shows transfers from other units but lacks full war strength. The 76th Division intensifies training with staff officers, field problem drills, and signals work. Cavalry recon, communications corridors, and trench reconnaissance occur as divisions move toward possible new division status amid maneuvers around Lancaster and Harvard.
Funeral services for Mrs Jessie M Barron wife of Clarence W Barron publisher of the Boston News Bureau will be held tomorrow at 1 PM at 234 Beacon Street. The Rev Milo H Gates of the Church of the Intercession New York will conduct the services.
Grace Lusk admitted on cross examination she kept her relationship with Dr. David Roberts secret for over two years and sent unsigned, discardable letters. She recalled events before and after the Mrs. Mary Newman Roberts shooting, including planning self harm, while stating she never intended to kill Mrs. Roberts.
Food Administrator Endicott ordered Adolph Berube's Palmer street bakery closed for three and a half days after guilty finding by the food administration department. He must pay $50 penalties to Fall River branches of the Red Cross Y M C A and the Knights of Columbus for using rye flour as a substitute and making bread with insufficient substitutes. Inaccurate reports were also cited despite prior warnings.
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