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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1912
Page
16
The report describes Germany and Austria bound in a tense wartime stance with borders under strain and fighting men called to arms in Germany and Russia, highlighting a nerve racking international situation.
Prominent Hebrews from this city and New York met at the American House to discuss forming a national Jewish organization. Judge Leon Sanders led the New York delegation and Isaac Heller led the Boston group, focusing on issues affecting the Jewish people in several countries.
The speaker proclaims the retirement of Mr. Georges Sr and notes the junior partner has slashed prices across the Million Dollar Stock to move cash quickly. He boasts historic sales, claiming November offers bigger clothing values than any January or February, driven by strong public response.
Washington November 24 Congress will reconvene soon for a final short session of Republican control. Few Senators and Representatives had arrived, but discussions have been active over plans for the winter's work and the prospects for a tariff session next spring when Democrats assume control of all government branches.
The three month session will focus on appropriations and pending laws from the long session. Senate impeachment trial of Judge Archbald opens December 3, while measures to limit the president to a six year term and create a labor department are slated for early action.
The Bureau of Domestic and Foreign Commerce reports that by end of December 1912 the United States will exceed four billion dollars in foreign trade for the year. The October totals put exports and imports solidly toward a new record, surpassing the 1911 high of 8.626 billion dollars.
The chauffeurs stage their fourth annual dance at Old Fellows Hall with Governor Voss and Mayor Fitzgerald among the expected attendees. About 400 couples are anticipated to attend as the organization lists officers William J. Hennebury president Howard Lambert vice president Joni H. Head secretary Edward J. Hargins treasurer and Richard A. Tobin executive committee chair.
Thomas Hope 31 a fireman aboard the British steamer St Quentin arrived from the West Indies and, with both hands manacled, begged Lieutenant John Clark for freedom. He claimed Captain Aitken had placed him in irons and said he escaped from the carpenter shop after the ship tied up.
A security detail of 50 police officers from Watertown Newton and Cambridge and 200 private guards protects Hood Rubber Company factories in East Watertown to prevent clashes between I W W strikers and returning workers. I W W leader John J Ballam demands union recognition as workers resume duty. Hood officials accused of discrimination against union members.
After 21 days of training the 1912 recruits will depart Sofia for garrison duty in Macedonia. Greek and Servian forces are ready to move to Tehatalja if peace talks fail. Rail communication extends to Demotica Eski Baba Kirk Kilisseh aiding front concentration. Bulgarian plenipotentiaries arrive at Tehatalja for talks between army positions.
Diplomatic alarm rises as the Danube flotilla nears Belgrade and Adrianople endures fierce siege fighting. Bulgarian and Serbian reinforcements struggle through floods and snow toward Tchatalja, with heavy guns aimed at Nazim Pasha's lines. Bulgaria ships troops from Saloniki for Gallipoli, while Serbs capture Ochrida near Monastir and fronts elsewhere hold steady.
Vienna reports the censorship aims to avoid alarming the public while signaling decisive action if Serbia resists. Preparations include mobilization measures, with Russia’s near-frontier corps increasing to war strength, and troops and materiel movement toward East Galicia amid rising tensions.
Nov 24 Belgrade reports occupy Ochrida Albania with no resistance. Greece offers ships to aid Servian troops along the Adriatic after inquiry. Monastir's fall labeled bloodiest. Zekki Pasha fled toward Florina, Dravid Pasha toward Lake Presta, Fethi Pasha killed as Turkish center collapsed. Servians pressed Cherna river crossings amid heavy losses.
Paris reports the Revolutionary General Labor Federation convened to curb war efforts. A special committee was formed and a 24 hour general strike planned to test worker support, with talks on hampering rail and telegraph services if mobilization orders are issued.
Kiamil Pasha acknowledged the Young Turk arrest followed a plot to overthrow the government. He said the matter is with a court martial and emphasizes Turkey’s impregnable position at Tchatalja. He blames Europe for indifference and notes Russia backs the Balkan league.
The Sultan of Turkey asks King Victor Emmanuel I to urge Montenegro and Servia to ease Austrian tensions and offer terms acceptable to Turkey. Servia uses Queen Helena's kinship to press disarmament efforts to gain Adriatic access. The note recalls the recent Turkey Italy peace and seeks amity and improved relations.
United States cruisers Tennessee and Montana left Gibraltar under Rear Admiral Austin Knight for Turkish waters to protect American citizens. The Tennessee headed to Smyrna and the Montana to Beirut after a luncheon with Gibraltar's governor.
A fire at institutions for the mentally afflicted in Amity Long Island caused one male inmate to die. Two frame buildings were destroyed and several hundred inmates were led out for safety as the blaze threatened other structures.
A blaze at the Brunswick Home for the insane and adjacent facilities started from a defective light wire, threatening about 60 patients including 15 bedridden. Guards evacuated all but one boy, Fritz Monrady, who reentered to save a pet canary and perished in the flames. his body was found among the ruins. The boys’ cottage and several nearby buildings were destroyed or damaged, with bucket brigades limiting further harm. About 1000 patients remained sheltered in Loudon’s Hall and the Long Island Home, which were not evacuated.
The Socialist Union in Rome proclaims Arturo Giovannitti as a candidate for the Chamber of Deputies to represent Carpi in Modena. He and Joseph Ettor face murder charges in Salem Massachusetts over the Lawrence strike. If convicted, Italy would likely rally for action and a general strike may be called.
A large audience attended a sacred concert in Boston College Hall last evening, seen as the closing feature of the week long bazaar benefiting a Community House for the Fathers connected with Boston College.
A misplaced switch caused a collision between an empty passenger train inbound and a freight train at Dorchester yesterday. Both locomotives damaged and several cars wrecked, but no injuries were reported.
Tu doy Tea is described as bright and golden with a fragrant bouquet. A cup is said to cheer you up and offer a delightful det.
Baptist clergy in Greater Boston discuss the American Baptist Publication Society revision of the Bible. They praise Professor Townsend's Post article as a fair review while some ministers condemn changes especially in Psalms and wording. The group agrees the King James Version remains primary for churches and homes.
Saloniki dispatch reports the seventh Bulgarian division is leaving the city. Twenty nine Greek vessels have been engaged as transports for the withdrawal.
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