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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1917
Page
10
Johnson warns war drafts strain rosters as Cleveland Philadelphia and Boston teams lose players. Chicago may stay largely intact due to dependents exemptions. Owners meet December 12 to set a wartime schedule aiming for 140 game season beginning around May 1.
Boston manager Jack Barry says he and teammates Shore McNally and Shorten are prepared to serve in the nation’s call. He doubts an exemption will be granted but will follow orders whether or not relief is sought, as Big Leaguers wear Uncle Sam’s uniform and stand ready to do their duty.
Ottawa Ont November 21 casualties list shows J. E. Stephens of Somerville Massachusetts wounded while serving with Canadian forces. The report notes his inclusion amid oversea deployments and marks the wartime loss status.
New York actress Mrs. Mackie promotes Orlex powder as a home remedy to color gray hair to black brown or light brown. Each 25 cent box includes a $100 gold bond guarantee that it contains no silver lead zinc sulphur mercury aniline coal tar or derivatives and claims the product won’t rub off or feel greasy.
About 826 pupils from Oliver Wendell Holmes and Marshall Schools in Dorchester attended a patriotic program at Magnet Theatre, directed by Augustine L. Rafter. Alexander Vigdor donated the theatre for the benefit for Ward 19 enlisted men. The show titled The Glory of the Nation featured a patriotic reel and songs, ending with America. A second matinee is planned Friday, aiming to net about 100 dollars. Teachers and ushers included John J. Connolly Roger Powers James F. Rockett and John J. Cummings.
The article describes Jack deSaulles visiting his mother Bombey deSaulles in bed after a courtroom day. Sheriff Phineas Seamon notes her fragile recovery and devotion to her son while reporters describe the uneasy atmosphere and ongoing jury selection in the murder court proceedings.
Copenhagen reports that all concerts lectures and public meetings in Munich Bavaria are prohibited from December 1 to mid February due to a deteriorating fuel shortage. The measure aims to curb energy use as the shortage intensifies.
Governor McCall is expected to present further remarks denying West Virginia Governor Cornwell’s demand to extradite John Johnson a Black man wanted in Charleston for allegedly attacking a 13 year old white girl Johnson was released here yesterday in the eventful case reflecting tense cross state legal pressure.
Governor McCall refused Johnson extradition after findings that local sentiment and press access could prejudice a fair trial. Assistant Attorney-General Nelson Brown cited doubts about the girl’s age and potential misrepresentations. West Virginia authorities may refile or seek Supreme Court review.
Captain Monk Russell named by Huntington School swimming candidates. More than 20 hopefuls respond, balance likely, with meets arranged against Worcester Academy English High School and Mechanic Arts High School.
Lah man V. Bower of Milwaukee Wisconsin elected captain of Wesleyan University varsity swimming team in Middletown Connecticut. He is a senior and former member of the Varsity relay and distances squad and belongs to Alpha Delta Phi fraternity.
The baseball world and Boston fans may be surprised to learn this morning that one of Barry's most dependable pitchers, a premier right hander, has almost decided to retire from baseball.
Ernie Shore a North Carolina professor now at Charlestown navy yard favors military life over baseball and plans to enter Harvard radio school in January for a three month course then seek an ensign's commission. He topped by 5000 a year with the Red Sox but aims to stay in service. Del Gainer is his roommate and may enlist to join him before snow.
In East Cambridge last night Trinity A A bouts featured Roxbury rivals Charley Parker and Harry Young in the 125 pound final with Parker winning in three rounds. Bob Josephs topped Dan Kramer in four rounds in a special bout. S S Donnelly edged Andy Gorman in one round to claim the 185 pound final. Jack O'Brien defeated N J McGowan in the 145 pound final. Tommy Fall, the national 110 pound champ, beat Will Stanley in three rounds while Johnny Mooney of Newton defeated Gus Ottiano in three rounds.
Washington November 21 The Navy reports destroyer Chauncey was sunk in a collision in the war zone Monday morning with heavy loss of life. Commanding officer Lieutenant-Commander Walter E Reno two junior officers Lieutenant Charles F Wedderburn Ensign Harry G Skinner Jr and 18 enlisted men were lost. Victims include men from South Boston and Bedford Massachusetts.
The casualty list names 20 enlisted men and three officers, with next of kin details including mothers, fathers, siblings, and friends. Admiral Sims stated the destroyer sank in a collision early Monday, with 70 survivors and eight missing.
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