17 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1918
Page
1
Panic drives German columns across Belgium as Belgian forces strike a decisive blow. The retreat broadens as French and British units lose touch with rear guards, signaling a long awaited Allied disruption of the German army.
Allied dispatch reports German retreat on a large scale in northern Belgium. French cavalry nears Thielt seven miles from the Ghent Bruges Canal as Belgians push along the Thourot roads and gain on the Germans who are withdrawing rapidly.
Rumors from Berlin claim potential surrender and Kaiser's abdication. Reports spread across Europe though no confirmations exist yet. Washington awaits verified dispatches as tension grows.
Bulletin reports from London Amsterdam Copenhagen and The Hague claimed a German capitulation and Kaiser abdication under Wilson's terms. The stories, widely believed and even doubted by cautious officials, were suddenly withdrawn as groundless.
Washington observers discount reports of the Kaiser’s abdication or Germany’s collapse. Officials expect any change to mirror the state of German military power, with timing uncertain and dependent on Allied advances as news filters from London Paris and Rome.
After Wilson’s reply to Germany’s peace offer went to press on Monday night observers predicted major developments. The item notes continued discussion and signals potential shifts in the war effort with more details expected on page five.
An advertisement claims Father Johns Medicine wards off grip and pneumonia without alcohol. The brief text promotes the product as a preventive tonic with claims of health protection.
Special cable from the field describes German hopes for an armistice and troop withdrawals. Germany reportedly plans 20 km retreat while Allies pull back 10 km then a 30 km neutral zone before withdrawal begins. An American sergeant captured by Germans was released after being fed and told the war would end soon.
Germany's federal council accepted amendments to Article 11 of the constitution. The changes require consent of the federal council and the Reichstag for declarations of war unless invasion or coastal attack already occurs. The article also clarifies that peace treaties and treaties with foreign states within imperial competence need the same consent.
Basel Switzerland Oct 16 German Reichstag to meet Friday to discuss President Wilsons note according to the German press with focus on the international response to US proposals
David Stone a Boston University student and witness for Congressman Peter F Tague was struck outside the Ballot Law Commission hearing at the Massachusetts State House. He suffered a deep lip gash as two youths and others surrounded him and a punch landed. Stone returned to the hearing room where the proceedings continued.
A publishers of Ford Owner Magazine in Milwaukee distribute a free book that explains simple maintenance to keep a Ford in good condition. The guide includes a chart showing standard repair charges. Send 2 cents for a three months trial to receive the book free.
Citizens urged to buy bonds to fund military equipment and improve gear for the service members, emphasizing action over discussion and collective support for the armed forces.
During the final three days of the Fighting Fourth Liberty Loan drive, New England must raise $40,000,000 per day. Officials face a tremendous task across six states as residents rally to meet the quota.
A fragment urges readers to buy Liberty Bonds on page 20 col 1, framing the purchase as a chance to have a finger in the "great pie" of crushing Kaiserism. The line reflects wartime propaganda tone and urges immediate action.
A brief ad style note encourages associating flowers with Penn, urging readers to consider the university's brand in floral references and gifts.
A Kiev report says Nikolai Lenine was wounded by a bullet in the shoulder in an attempted assassination. The shot was fired by M Dwanitzke of the Soviet information bureau. Dwanitzke was arrested.
Amsterdam dispatches report Austrian Emperor declined to accept Premier Wekerle's cabinet resignation. He stated full confidence in the ministers and warned that if any quitting occurs the Hungarians will act after buying more Liberty Bonds.
The item recalls the 1859 start of the Siege of Sevastopol and the 1914 sinking of four German destroyers by the British cruiser Undaunted off Holland. It also notes a century-old event a year ago with a German fleet entering the Gulf of Riga and defeating the Russian fleet near Moon Sound.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity expects fair skies Thursday and Friday with gentle west winds. Washington reports fair weather for New England and eastern New York, light winds along the north and middle Atlantic coasts, and temperatures slightly above average on Thursday and Friday east of the Mississippi.
Temperatures recorded at Thompson's Spa show a high around 65 and a low near 49. The report notes averages of 58 for yesterday compared with last year’s reading, with multiple times listed in the afternoon and evening.
Sheriff Wooster and a mobile corps held a day of investigation into the murder of Dennis J. Clifford a 68 year old farmer and woodcutter who lived alone near the town turnpike. An arrest was anticipated for tomorrow with leads tracing to Lowell Massachusetts.
Public indignation rises after a fatal attack in Merrimac county. Clifford, described as a quiet hardworking man, fought fiercely for his life, with the inquest and the state of his residence revealing details of the struggle.
Douglas Fairbanks flew from Washington to New York to sell one million dollars worth of Liberty bonds to match Bernard Baruch’s subscription. He secured the funds from Pliny Fisk of Harvey Fisk & Sons, a firm noted for Civil War era bond sales by Fisk’s father.
F Gray Co. will sell men’s overcoats in fine black Kerseys Meltons Scotch Heathers and Tweeds heavy Ulsters Auto Coats Ulsterers. Thousands to select from at prices ranging from 14.00 to 40.00. F Gray Co Washington cor Hanover Sts the busy corner.
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