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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1917
Page
1
In the U S Army sector in France conditions are reported normal with artillery continuing. The weather is showery and much colder as troops hold positions and monitor activity.
Over two days three German planes swept American trenches. The French commander orders junior officers and NCOs to join patrols, while higher ranking officers like majors hesitate to stray from usual duties.
A series of new levies start today: one cent per ten cents on admission to movies theaters and concerts. one cent per twenty cents on express shipping. five cents on messages costing 15 cents or more. eight percent on railroad and steamship tickets over 56 cents. ten percent on train or boat seats berths and staterooms. and three percent on freight charges.
The new schedule raises first class letter rates to three cents per ounce except "drop" letters within the same postal district. Cards and private mailing cards rise to two cents unless printed. War taxes on tobacco move to full effect.
An unfamiliar tax dodger type appeared in Boston yesterday. The piece notes the war tax dodger from 1861 and 1898, now described as extinct but revived with renewed obstinacy and futile dodging antics.
A public meeting in Ford Hall under the Committee on the Ratification of Constitutional Amendments presented the anti-aid amendment as the greatest treaty of peace for the commonwealth. Delegates from Roman Catholic Jewish and Protestant groups defended the proposal arguing broad support from their faith communities and explained the intended change.
Berlin reports a continued Italian retreat as Cadorna's forces approach the Tagliamento River with no stand yet made locals claim. Berlin also reports claims of 120000 prisoners taken and 1000 guns captured during the drive.
Nadine Veprinskaia Troubetzkaia youthful widow of Prince Troubetzkaia was killed in battle on the Caucasian front and was an original member of Russia s Battalion of Women. Continued on page S seventh col.
Paris Oct 1 Jules Cambon said M Skobeleff former Russian minister of labor elected by Soldiers and Workmen to represent Russia will not attend the interallied conference. He stated allied governments refuse to consent to Skobeleff taking part, noting the meeting is a consultation of great powers, not open to all states or non-government members.
The Grand Trunk freight handlers in Portland reach a wage agreement after a Portland Adjustment Commission hearing. The new scale pays 32 to 35 cents an hour for ordinary freight, 38 cents for ore, and 40 cents for overtime and holidays, about five cents higher than prior company offers. Workers will return to their jobs in the morning.
The Gray Clothing Corner at Washington and Hanover streets promotes men's suits and overcoats in blue gray brown green and blue serges. New winter fabrics include trench coats Ulsters and Chesterfields with a special price this week of 9.90.
Two statements opposing the proposed anti-aid amendment were released. One was signed by Monsignor Michael J. Splaine Henry V Cunningham and Francis E Slattery and the other by Charles T Daly.
A Boston Catholic Federation statement notes a newspaper attributed claim about a consultation. It says representatives appeared before the Bill of Rights committee hearings to protest the anti-aid amendment and related actions. Francis P. Garland is referenced in the cited statement.
Washington announces the Elgin Butter Board will close for the war period under an agreement with the food administration. Hoover requested the closing to let market conditions govern prices during the war, noting the board had long set U S butter price standards. A second ad lists clothing bargains from F Gray Co.
London reports fourteen British merchant ships over 1600 tons sunk by mine or submarine in the past week. Four smaller vessels were also lost, with no fishing craft involved. The data cover multiple weeks from July to October, reflecting a decreasing trend in U‑boat losses.
The war office reports in Paris that from Oct 23 to 27 French forces captured 12 157 prisoners including 237 officers. Artillery actions occurred north of the Aisne near Pinon and 180 cannon were taken.
The week ending Oct. 21 saw 26 vessels sunk, 17 over 1600 tons and eight under. The following week reports a decline of three ships in the larger category and four in the smaller class.
Bargain notice offers boys overcoats priced at five dollars and reduced to 2.90 for sizes 3 to 10 years. From F Gray Co located at Washington Street and Hanover Street.
Rome reports varied engagements yesterday on the hills of St Daniele del Friuli and along the Ledra canal with Italian covering units enabling a continued movement toward a new line. Berlin reports claim about 1000 square miles of Italian territory overrun and over 120 000 Italians captured with more than 1000 guns seized.
All Saints Day observed as a holiday in Louisiana. A German squadron defeats the British in a naval battle off the coast of Chile in 1914. The note recalls submarine Deutschland reaching New London, Connecticut, on its second Atlantic voyage a year ago.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for fair Thursday and Friday with little temperature change. Gentle west winds accompany the midweek outlook for New England and eastern New York.
Main Street in St Joseph Missouri distributes a free booklet showing the effects of tobacco habit and a method to stop in three to five days at home. People are urged to send name and address for a copy. Elders' first Jose address 605.
Washington reports all export restrictions will be waived to aid Italy against the Austro German invasion. The Italian government may take the materials it needs most to the limit of its tonnage capacity, regardless of shortages at home.
Secretary Lansing and Count Di Cellere review Italy’s need for ships coal and munitions. About 100000 tons promised by Shipping Board with four vessels already delivered. Italy faces coal shortfall of about 2000000 tons for winter and looks to Spanish tonnage and Italian ships to supplement American ships. Bread ration reportedly larger than France or England.
A new wickless lamp by W. H. Hoffstat of Kansas City claims 300 candle power at one cent per night. It is advertised as safe, portable, and offered on a free trial with a request for local referrals and agents.
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