21 Nov 1918
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1918
Page
1
Yankee units push into German soil opposite Briey and Audun le Roman as Dickman’s Army advances into the Duchy of Luxembourg following retreating German forces.
Boys and girls from New England are invited to Fenway Park next Saturday at 10 30 for ceremonies and entertainment marking the presentation of two sacred cows from India to the city of Boston by the city’s part owner children.
A large and enthusiastic meeting in favor of the absolute independence of Ireland was held at the Gaelic School headquarters in Boston last night. Peter Monroy presided. The gathering adjourned to Sunday evening when it will meet in Corinthian Hall at 1651 Washington Street.
Tonite two jazz bands perform continuous music at St James Hall located at 20 Huntington Avenue. The event plays through the evening with no intermission listed in the advertisement.
Twenty German submarines surrendered to Rear Admiral Reginald Tyrwhitt at sunrise thirty miles off Harwich. They mark the first U boats turned over to the Allies.
An eyewitness reports that the first batch of 20 German submarines surrendered at sea this morning. More than 80 additional U boats are to be handed over to the Allied naval command before week’s end.
Continued on page 18 fifth column urges readers not to neglect a cold and promotes Father John’s Medicine with a brief daily reminder.
Report from a late night incident describes a hold up at a crap game in the Carney building. Revolvers were produced while players lost several hundred dollars. Police seek six suspects. twelve Boston men lament the losses. no arrests yet.
Terrence McCloskey, America's youngest war veteran and a key figure in the Yankee Division, arrived home in Dorchester on a Wednesday morning. He was greeted by the Catholic Club and district representatives. He will be 17 next May and has endured gas exposure and multiple wounds from his role as a dispatch runner between front trenches and divisional HQs. In his year and a half overseas he participated in three major operations.
W. H. Hoffstat, Kansas City, offers a 300 candle power lamp with no wick or chimney. Claimed safe for a child and inexpensive at one cent per night. Free trial available and agents wanted, inviting one local referrer per area to participate.
Paris reports Versailles readies to host the conference with Grand Trianon interiors restored and the Hall of Mirrors prepared for the plenipotentiaries. Washington says Wilson’s trip plans advance with expected announcements on the peace commission and journey details.
The American army of occupation rests on German soil after a peaceful invasion begun with forces crossing a 10 mile front from Briey to Audun le Roman. American troops crossed into Luxemburg as well, with Luxemburg City expected to follow in another day.
Navy officials indicate plans to move the President and a Senate delegation to the United States across the Atlantic aboard a government transport liner. A dreadnought and destroyers would form convoys as talks continue in France. The President intends to remain in France indefinitely until all major war issues are settled.
Burdett College advertises courses for ex soldiers in business and shorthand starting any Monday. Classes at 18 Boylston Street. Enroll now for practical training and quick entry into civilian work.
The Warthe Vistula front checks the German advance as of 1914. Today marks the anniversary of early World War I actions with snow halting Belgian operations a year ago.
Partly cloudy and cooler Thursday in Boston and vicinity with a fair Friday and moderate northwest winds. Central and eastern Maine may see snow or rain Thursday then fair Friday. Northern New England stays cloudy and slightly colder with possible precipitation. winds along coastlines shift from north to northwest.
One of the two Trench armies of occupation moves forward in line with United States forces as the allied advance continues. The report notes ongoing pressure along the front and coordinated actions with American units.
President Wilson announced that the public service will discharge officers as rapidly as possible, excluding those with commissions in the regular army. About 160,000 officers face separation under the War Department circular. Discharges will be by law and resignations will not be considered. Recommissioning in the officers reserve or regular army will depend on fitness eligibility and vacancies.
Fifty two well known couples will contest in the preliminaries for the $600 gold prize at Crescent Gardens, Revere Beach, tonight. The event advertisement promotes the competition and venue.
A Boston Elevated vestibule car ran wild down Commonwealth avenue Brighton and crashed into the Lake Street waiting station. Mrs. Achsah H. Kendall died en route to Peter Bent Brigham Hospital. Injured: Henry Tenter, Levina Fahling, and Emma Preston. Motorman Fred Patient to be summoned. Cause believed to be imperfect air brakes. Station destroyed and several windows shattered.
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