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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1917
Page
4
Lenin proposes a three month armistice and a peace conference of elected representatives not diplomats. Kerensky reportedly escaped Petrograd, with Korniloff loyalists and troops shifting sides. Petrograd seeks normalcy as reports diverge on Kerensky’s fate and frontline morale.
Petrograd shows few signs of conflict as crowds gather near the Winter Palace. Bullet holes dot the red walls and shattered windows contrast with the absence of fresh destruction after last night’s bombardment. Soldiers assume control while civilians resume daily life amid quiet streets.
From Helsingfors a report says Baltic fleet and army committee delegates pledged support to the revolutionary committee. The revolutionary committee at Reval has taken control of key strategic points.
At the Smolny Institute a woman, Mme Kollonty, was named to head the public welfare department in the revolutionary government. Lenine and Trotsky presided over a mixed Bolshevik delegation as they outlined aims of the military revolutionary committee including abolition of capital punishment and release of political prisoners.
London analysists largely view the Russian coup as a German plot to neutralize Russia. The Times blames Kerensky for weak rule. The Morning Post questions revolution’s success yet notes Russia’s national honor. The Daily Mail says Russia’s war role was minor and the coup barely changes Allied hopes.
Berlin announces that Dr Karl Helfferich asked Emperor William to relieve him as vice chancellor and minister, with the Emperor agreeing on condition he accept another official post.
London November 9 Andrew Bonar Law the chancellor of the exchequer warned that it was impossible to forecast Russia's course. He said the balance in favor of justice civilization and humanity rests with the United States whose natural resources and resolute people would shape events America would not falter once it had begun.
The State Department said America will not change its approach to aid for Russia despite the Petrograd crisis. It emphasized continued support for contracts funded by U S loans for shoes and clothing for civilians amid the de moralized country's upheaval.
With no word from ambassadors and Russian telegraphs blocked by revolutionaries in Petrograd officials in Washington express cautious hope. Secretary Baker cites historical resilience of Russians and expects a return to order and liberty as the turmoil subsides and a proper government forms.
Washington November 9 the fuel administration confirmed a six dollar per ton price for Connellsville coke and extended the same rate to the entire country in a ruling made after steel producers agreed to the price. The action followed inquiries about outside Connellsville coke and was issued to fix coal pricing in the industry.
Ottawa dispatch reports J. T. Davis of Bradford Mass is listed as wounded among Canadian overseas casualties issued today.
The British French and Italian talks created a permanent inter allied military committee. General Diaz becomes first in command with Badoglio and Grandino next, while General Cadorna remains on the committee alongside Foch and Wilson. The move signals closer western front unity and shared command across nations.
The government issues a decree ordering the port of Rio Janeiro closed. The notice states the action and date, reflecting a financial or security measure affecting trade and movement in the city.
Paris reports the meeting of British French and Italian premiers led to a plan for an inter allied war committee. The panel would include each power's premier or war council member and a permanent military delegate to review and decide on operations plans.
Dartmouth men in Boston gathered at the Hotel Bellevue as the football team prepared for the Penn State game. President Hopkins read letters from Dartmouth men at the front and noted a freshman class with 40 percent from outside New England. Alumni praised the college’s wartime conduct and the racing spirit, while Charlie Donahue mocked rival “informal teams.”
Addresses by President Ernest M. Hopkins and Coach Spears energized Dartmouth men. Harry Hillman and Horace G. Pender plus Charles Donahue and Buck Chandler attended as notable figures. The Bellevue red room ceiling bulged as students joined in Wah-hoo-wah and Eleazer Wheelock. Matt Bullock performed the solo part of the classic song. President Hopkins delivered the evening’s key speech.
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