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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1918
Page
5
The Danish steamship Oscar N. carrying 400 passengers docked in New York and was searched at Halifax and upon entry. Officials suspected some German refugees might be attempting to reach America and that minor royal refugees could be aboard in disguise. No German was found.
Doctor Talbot warns nine of ten infant and childhood diseases stem from faulty diet. He advises balanced meals, mid day heavier calories, lighter supper, limited sugar, cautious fats, and careful introduction of fish and meats with attention to bone removal and chewing.
The Supreme Court granted requests to expedite hearings on appeals by Eugene V. Debs from Indiana James A Peterson of Minnesota and Jacob Frohner of Missouri. The hearings were set for January 6 1919 on convictions under the espionage statute.
A letter from Mrs. C. M. Edd Jr of Providence Rhode Island dated March 8 1918 describes a severe scalp itch and dandruff. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for two weeks she reports complete healing with restored sleep and hair. The ad urges Cuticura for delicate skin and offers free samples by mail.
Advertised as a real iron blood and nerve tonic, Peptiron claims to aid recovery from influenza and grip. It targets worn-out men and women, school-tired youths, invalids, and the aged, promising to restore red blood cells and increase strength, with druggists noting its merit.
Lieutenant Julius Fulcher of Mingo NC recounts aboard a U boat after the German line Deutschland attacked the Ticonderoga on Sept 30. He describes brandy hospitality, captivity days, increased hostilities, and a night voyage to Kiel before being offered passage home on a surrendered submarine.
Burns trains in peak form for a heavyweight bout with Norwegian challenger Einer Johansen at the Grand Opera House on Thursday night. He believes his weight disadvantage will not stop him from reversing their previous result. Ventres is set to wrestle Kilonis in the undercard.
Statewide effort urges every family to buy at least one War Savings Stamp on Thanksgiving Day. Purchasers’ names will be sent to the State House and then overseas to General Pershing. Massachusetts seeks to rise from 45th to meet a $78,000,000 1918 quota, with $58,000,000 still needed before Jan 1, 1819.
Allied warships cleared mines in the Bosphorus and entered the Black Sea visiting Varna Galata Eregli Samsun Sinop Trebizond Batum Potia and Novorossysk from Constan tinople. General Franchet d Esperay arrived in Constantinople. Ad mentions Bromo Quinine Tablets with pharmacy slogan.
A humorous exchange follows a police alert about many chickens with green legs. Officers dispute the clue and investigate a break in at F. C. Frick's poultry place where 400 birds were stolen, with color confusion over the greens and possible misidentification by residents.
Rear-Admiral Spencer Wood, commanding the naval district, said he would be glad if the police stiffen their treatment of sailors involved in crime and he would cooperate with authorities. He criticized leniency toward rowdy sailors and stressed protecting the good name of Boston.
The Navy demands full punishment for law transgressors and Admiral Wood urged citizens and organizations not to give money to sailors begging during Thanksgiving or other leave periods. He warned against aiding sailors in such cases and said there is no need for sailors to seek charitable help.
The Commercial Cable Company announces that transatlantic messages between America and Belgium have resumed subject to censorship and delay. Messages will be accepted at the sender's risk.
In the Boston Post Sunday Magazine, Mabel Herbert Urner advances the tale of Helen and Warren. Helen’s rare moments of genuine joy punctuate the next installment, promising further drama in their marital saga.
Washington November 25 plans to help thousands of war workers return home as government bureaus shift from war to peace. J C Sofield is to prepare recommendations, Secretary Baker said it would be tragic to leave workers suddenly jobless. A transportation subsidy or bonus for short discharge notice has been suggested by officials.
Women can choose from two delightful materials crepe Georgette and crepe de Chine. Fileno's mall orders filled on the fifth floor.
The women’s shop warns that Bolivia cloth is nearly exhausted with mills halting Bolivia fabric. Availability is uncertain and shortages may worsen. Limited styles remain but coats are offered at 35 45 50 and 55 dollar price points, including belted, crystal, and fitted options. Filene’s mail orders filled.
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