03 Nov 1917
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1917
Page
1
German forces begin a rapid pullback in France with a hurried retreat toward Laon as French units close in. The movement is described as the first step in an anticipated general retreat, while Italian positions along the Tagliamento River reportedly remain firm.
Report from Vice Admiral Sims states the army transport Finland was torpedoed in a war zone, four days after departure. Casualties include two naval armed guard, two army enlisted men, four civilian crew members. a naval seaman is missing. three members of the armed guard among the dead.
Washington November 2. A cable miscue attributed to Kerensky's remarks on Allied war burden. Corrected wording shows he said the allies must take the heaviest part of the burden, not shoulder the burden of the war.
After an hour and a half on the witness stand yesterday Attorney Hurlburt questioned Mayor Curley before the Finance Commission, seeking details on municipal finances. The exchange centered on budgeting practices and potential irregularities.
A heated session features Corporation Counsel John A. Sullivan accusing Chairman John R. Murphy of framing him up and denouncing the commission and local newspapers while the Mayor introduces the name of a dead man during testimony.
Dr. Karl Muck proposed resigning as conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra on a Symphony Hall platform with Major Henry L. Higginson present. Both he and the orchestra were absolved from any refusal to perform the national anthem, which would be played at future concerts. Later he conducted The Star Spangled Banner with notable skill before a tense audience.
The strains of the anthem from a 2500-strong orchestra moved the audience to stand and join in a vigorous, growing chorus as the performance neared its end. The piece continues on Page 10-Fifth Col.
All Christmas packages and letters for the American army in France must be mailed before Nov. 15. Address packages to John Brown Co 7 100th Infantry AEF with sender name and address in the upper left corner. Seven pounds is the weight limit and postage is 12 cents per pound.
German war office reports a systematic withdrawal from the Chemin des Dames line on the Aisne front, with a potential impact extending from Craonne to Arras as observers expect a major strategic retreat. The move unfolds quietly Thursday night as German forces pull back from the hilly sector.
Despatches from the Italian front report General Cadorna's forces firmly continued their operation. Details on battles and movements are carried on page four with fuller coverage and updates expected.
An Associated Press correspondent with the Italian army reports the Tagliamento River in its lower course is about twice as wide as the Charles River at Harvard Bridge, making it a strong barrier against invasion.
Anniversaries include poet William Cullen Bryant born 1794. Historic German naval raid on the British coast in 1914 sank three vessels. Also marks the one year anniversary of Victor Carlstrom's 900 mile Chicago to New York wartime flight in 8 hours 37 minutes.
The cash and carry milk delivery system continues until December 1 but milk tickets will be discontinued today. Milk sold without tickets stays priced at 11 cents. Food Administrator Henry B. Endicott announced the change last night.
Small dealers protested the sale of milk tickets at 10 for $1, claiming the practice harmed fair competition and led to higher costs for customers. Authorities moved to tighten controls to curb ticket misuse and ensure equitable pricing.
Forecasts call for fair conditions in Boston and vicinity this Saturday and Sunday with rising temperatures. Northern New England will be fair Saturday and Sunday with warmer interiors, while Southern New England similarly remains fair with a warmer overall trend.
The weather table records yesterday's temperatures with highs and lows around 49 to 60 degrees and an average of 43 degrees. It also compares yesterday's figure to the previous year's average, showing 53 degrees last year.
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