01 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1918
Page
1
report details Belgian success at Ostend and sea coast evacuation seen as certain. British battle plans in Cambrai hint at retreat from Grecian and Serbian territories. army demobilization expected with boats surrendered. Allies to gain free passage through the country and may seize key strategic points. ammunition ceded to Allies.
From the Belgian front the British and Belgians pressed Saturday west of Dixmude to south of Ypres, advancing rapidly to occupy Roulers and nearing the key railroad and military base at Menin, as American and French forces join a broad allied advance along six sectors from the North Sea to the Meuse.
The advance threatens to turn the German front in Belgium and force a retirement of German forces. The development signals a potential shift in the western theater with significant implications for frontline positions and strategic posture.
Mrs. Henry Douglas Brown, wife of a Vanderbilt Hotel attache, testifies in Atlantic City that Charles Mellen did not advance her an 8000 loan. She confirms reconciliation with her husband and notes she has been ill. She had previously been mentioned in Mellen’s Pittsfield testimony over the $2000 payment for the Dear Douglas letters.
Word arrived in Boston that Captain and Acting Major Joseph W. MacConnell of the 101st Infantry was killed in action on September 12 during the St Mihiel drive. Official word reached his brother, Attorney James W. MacConnell, as the first day of the American army’s great offensive in the St Mihiel salient unfolded.
New York story notes saloon keepers rush to renew licenses on the final grace day after Bulgaria's surrender raised hopes of an early war end. Manhattan offices tally 3059 saloon licenses and 349 family liquor store licenses versus last year's 3733 and 483, while Brooklyn shows a smaller decline with 400 fewer applications.
Twenty sailors aboard a naval tender capsized in the harbor while returning to their ship. Eleven men were rescued. None of the dead have been recovered as search efforts continued. The report notes naval authority and calls for action to support bonds.
President Wilson urged the Senate to adopt the federal woman suffrage amendment as a vital war measure. The Senate again did not vote today and leaders expect a final roll call tomorrow. Advocates hope for two thirds while opponents insist on solid party lines, though the President’s pressure strengthens passage prospects.
The President went to the Capitol at one o'clock to explain why he views favorable action on the resolution as necessary. He argued approval would enable America to lead the world to democracy and be judged by its deeds. Continued on Page 9 Fourth Column.
Emperor William has accepted the resignations of Count von Hertling and Admiral von Hintze, according to the Zeitung am Mittag of Berlin. No official announcement has been received locally.
Emperor William addressed Count von Hertling saying he cannot accept his resignation as chancellor and recognizes his sacrifices. He urges the German people to cooperate more effectively in deciding the fatherland's fate, with heavy heart over the decision.
An old ad promotes Father John’s Medicine as a safe preventive for grip symptoms. The copy highlights alcohol free preparation and its claimed health benefits.
Reports from the six New England states show the Fighting Fourth Liberty Loan attracting about 80 million dollars on opening day. Official records at the Federal Reserve Bank list 44.8 million in yesterday’s totals with 319 banks participating, while Boston reports 18.057 million.
Massachusetts labor leaders John F. Stevens and Edward F. McGrady urge a minimum six million dollars in bonds for the fourth Liberty Loan. A broad-state appeal to labor organizations asks them to exceed prior efforts and again “hit the Lellseye” to support the government.
Basel Switzerland September 30 cholera has broken out in Berlin with seven cases and six deaths according to advices received here. The Hun is on the run. Keep him running. Buy a bond.
Fighting resumed early today as Pershing's troops press German positions northwest of Vietum. Reports indicate German efforts to reinforce the present line rather than retreat to the Kreimhilde line, with continued heavy engagement across sections of the front.
Late yesterday German counter attacks stalled American progress near Exermont and Clerges. Artillery hit the Bethincourt feld hospital and set it on fire. German forces filtered through the line on the Argonne left to try a rear assault, delaying the American advance while clearing forest pockets. Air activity persisted in rain with American pursuit groups claiming 20 German aircraft and 17 balloons destroyed in three days.
The notice states allies are advancing on all fronts and the Fourth Liberty Loan will be the final punch to insure victory.
Boston battled the Spanish influenza crisis as 171 more lives were lost by 10 p.m. one day, 142 from influenza and 29 from pneumonia. The day marked the worst siegeday yet, with 35 more influenza deaths and 9 fewer pneumonia deaths than the day prior.
After a conference with Dr. Draper of the U S Department of Health, Henry B. Endicott announced the emergency health committee's wish that all church services be avoided next Sunday as health precautions intensify amid favorable weather and rising health measures.
The report states Austria’s collapse is anticipated following the surrender, with Bulgaria already out of the war and Turkey expected to seek peace soon, signaling a broader conclusion of hostilities in the region.
The armistice with Bulgaria is described as a purely military convention. Bulgaria will evacuate Greek and Serbian territory, demobilize immediately, surrender transport and munitions, and cede Danube navigation control to the allies. Allied troops will occupy Bulgaria. evacuated Greek and Serbian portions will be held by Greek and Serbian forces. The agreement omits any territorial rearrangement and leaves King Ferdinand's status to Bulgarians. The armistice remains until general peace is reached.
Fragmentary weather notes list temperatures and times with scattered figures. It shows yesterday’s average around 57 degrees and a year ago near 56 degrees, with entries in hours and fractions.
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