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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1917
Page
5
Democratic chieftains urge the State convention to pass resolutions at Faneuil Hall endorsing President Wilson administration and the war declaration against Germany. They express confidence in Allied victory and a world democracy, aligning platform with united support.
Resolutions committee urged backing the President and supporting social reforms including old age pensions health insurance and a state university. Planks on Ireland Belgium Poland and war conscription were discussed while a lightweight night before gathered few old leaders and many vacancies.
The testimony recounts a wartime or crime case where Wakelin and his wife reveal how their secret was exposed by a dictograph. Spicer reads a recorded dialogue showing fear and avoidance of cross examination while defense objects to testimony. The couple discuss selling a property and evading exposure as details unfold.
Boston class schedule announced for Grace Parker Paul Jones Chutes School of Dancing at 29 Beacon Street. Morning and evening sessions begin on October 13, 16, 18 and 19 with telephone contact B B 2918 M for details.
The article outlines how Von Bernstorff and Hugo Schmidt arranged a 1.7 million dollar loan in New York intended to influence a leading French political figure for peace talks during February 1916. It cites State Department transcripts and telegrams between Bernstorff and Jagow, noting secrecy and the involvement of Adolph Pavenstedt and Bolo Pasha.
Wisconsin statesman Robert M. La Follette prepares to defend his stance before the Non Partisan League in St Paul as part of a public speaking engagement.
With adjournment set for 3 p m the final day centers on the La Follette public utterances debate and two hours of replies by Kellogg and others. The Senate adopted a resolution empowering a sub committee to probe the speech for factual accuracy, while reports opposing disloyalty inquiries into Senator Stone were also adopted.
History traces the Boston Journal and Herald merger and subsequent ownership shifts from its 1833 origin through 1914. Key figures include Charles O Rogers Eben Draper Frank Munsey Matthew Hale Walton Green and Charles Ware with moves to Washington and Water streets in 1860 and multiple editorial shifts.
Washington Oct 5 The Federal Trade Commission seeks production cost data from major oil and gas firms as it weighs two paths to lower prices. A voluntary industry agreement or licensing under the fuel administration are both seen as possible routes to reduce costs for government and public. The inquiry, ordered by President Wilson, covers war material costs.
Governor McCall issued a proclamation declaring October 9 Fire Prevention Day. He cited Massachusetts fire losses totaling 10 million dollars last year and urged widespread fire prevention education for all residents.
Pittsfield reports all Berkshire County woolen mills announce a 10 percent wage increase to take effect next Monday. The rise represents about 50 percent for common labor and 45 percent for skilled labor over the past year, affecting approximately 3000 workers.
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