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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1917
Page
1
A proclamation declares the U S coastlines along with Canadian and Cuban waters as active war zones marking the first step in a U boat campaign to be waged in American waters. The action signals intensified maritime security and defense measures for the period ahead.
Berlin is expected to declare war zones along US Canada and Cuba coasts. Germany plans to send large submarines across the Atlantic to attack army transports and supply ships near seaports to intensify unrestricted submarine warfare.
Andrew J. Peters announced his bid for Mayor of Boston last night amid a contested field. The anti Curley forces are expected to focus on his campaign as questions remain about Crosby Gallivan’s status in the race.
Melrose officials settled a $35 claim after a police officer’s billy drove apart two fighting dogs near the Melrose depot. The officer’s club struck a dog and shattered a plate glass window at Captain Walter M. Barrett’s paint store. Barrett filed the claim and the board approved payment, signed by Mayor Adams.
The Associated Press reports that study of American units in France and their ongoing plans show preparations for a strong offensive once U S forces join French and British troops on the western front.
The passage discusses learning from French and British experiences while asserting that American soldiers must be trained in a distinctly American way. It notes that differing temperaments require tailored methods and previews the approach for the first American contingent.
More than 4000 people at Tremont Temple yesterday night endorsed a Win-the-War meeting urging the nation to pursue a decisive finish for permanent peace. Speakers warned that a stalemate would empower Germany and threaten democracy.
Citizens signed subscription blanks pledging monthly contributions during the coming six months to sustain the wartime sacrifices. The crowd cheered as they declared their legal acceptance of the required payments, demonstrating broad local backing for the effort.
The German Emperor arrived in Constantinople and was greeted by the Sultan and leading officials. He rode with Enver Pasha to the Yildiz Kiosk to review the Guard of Honor. A Reuters despatch notes plans to inspect the Dardanelles defenses after two days in the capital.
The Eastern States face a sugar shortage with no relief until late November when Hawaiian and Western beet crops arrive. The food administration urged reduced candy and sweet drink consumption and warned retailers have current stocks at fixed prices, advising the public not to pay more than in the past 30 days.
The administration blames widespread consumption for the sugar shortage beyond loyal homes and notes large exports to France to supply their ration. Beet and Hawaiian sugar are priced at 71-4 cents per pound, interior retail at 81-4, while cane sugar targets about nine cents to the consumer. Louisiana producers are urged to join the agreement.
Washington reports the Shipping Board is studying exempting all men in shipyards from military service to ensure the 1 000 000 ton shipbuilding target by March 1 and 13 000 000 tons in two years. Chairman Kurley met with President Wilson. AFL leader Samuel Gompers supports the plan and offers cooperation.
New England has passed the first 100 million dollars in the Second Liberty Loan drive aimed at 300 million. Officials report 77.737 million tied to activity through Monday at the Boston Federal Reserve Bank with unrecorded subscriptions over 23 million added yesterday, the largest single day yet, completing the first milestone.
The funeral of Ezra C Fitch Jr a private in the Royal Highlanders Fifth Black Watch was held yesterday noon at his father's home 246 Beacon Street The Rev Samuel McComb canon of the Fre Cathedral of St Barnabas and St George Baltimore formerly assistant minister at Emmanuel Church Boston read the services
The article argues Germany's blockade of the Atlantic coast could reshape US war preparations. U boat fleets threaten troop transports and army ships, prompting possible recall of destroyers and patrol craft to guard American shores. Officials note Germany’s plans shift away from convoy success to new submarine strategies.
Iowa voters nationwide will decide whether to adopt statewide prohibition. Late returns show 197270 against 196341 for the proposed constitutional prohibition amendment, with statutory prohibition remaining in effect as results come in from most counties.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for fair weather on Wednesday and Thursday with light northwest to north winds. The New England forecast also predicts fair conditions for Wednesday and Thursday.
Anonymous letters and organized propaganda from German agents aim to stir unrest against the army in New England. Secret service agents trace hundreds of false cantonment stories spread by word and letters, with officers and men reporting weekend furlough impressions.
One thousand pupils on New York's Upper East Side protested the Gary system of administration at Public School No. 171. Police reserves quelled the riot after fourteen arrests. many windows were broken as nearby pupils joined the march.
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