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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1916
Page
1
In Sioux City Charles E. Hughes told a mixed audience that a surrender of the Adamson law could not be repealed. He said if arbitration failed he would address the American people, set up an impartial commission, and direct public opinion to prevent a railroad strike.
French and Italian Marines gain control of the capital as riots spread in the streets. Allies deliver an ultimatum to the king demanding abdication. The report states the entire navy has been transferred to French command.
Professor William E Hocking replies to Hugo Munsterberg challenging evasions and trivialities He demands Munsterberg state his relations to the German government and publish the original German text of his letter to the chancellor for proper judging of translation.
London reports a dramatic shift as Greek monarchy trembles under a political crisis. The series of events in Athens today includes drastic measures by the allies amid rumors of Constantine’s secret conspiring. A republic seems possible as moves threaten to force the king from the throne.
Mayor Brann will personally drive the patrol car one day each month in Lewiston Maine. The plan follows Patrolman Lizotte’s disabling injuries and ensures regular salary payments while he recovers at home.
Lionel de Jersey Harvard, first Harvard graduate named Lionel Harvard, was shot in the chest while serving with the British army on the western front on September 25. He is in a base hospital on the Isle of Wight, resting comfortably and out of danger.
James Moran formerly of Stoneham was found murdered yesterday morning in a railroad tool house of the West Shore railroad in Limestone New York by railroad police. Moran had left Stoneham about a month ago to take a position with the railroad.
A meeting to promote Alvin T. Fuller for Congress was held last night at the Ward 6 polling booth in Everett. A committee was named to campaign for him and a large rally is planned for Friday night.
Judge Thomas P. Riley a Democratic candidate for Lieutenant-Governor told party leaders he would oppose substituting ex-Governor Foss for the Senate seat currently held by John F. Fitzgerald. He warned he would campaign for Senator Henry Cabot Lodge if Foss were nominated.
Judge Riley states he will not stand for Foss and would back Lodge if Foss is nominated. He blasts Foss as a betrayal to the Democratic party and vows to oppose him, signaling a contentious senatorial race.
Paul Murphy aged 7 of Draper avenue was killed when struck by a car driven by William H. Bannon as he left the Chauncey street school yard witnesses say the boy ran into the path of the machine and the accident was unavoidable.
Chicago mayor Thompson testified he based license revocations and restorations on Chief Healey's recommendations. He said restorations were typically supported by reputable citizens influential businessmen and even ministers.
The German professor is accused of trying to advance peace by undermining American citizenship. Dr. Hocking declares the controversy closed and that this letter will be his last in the dispute. He suggests Munsterberg answer frankly every question put to him to end the squabble.
Alfred E. Long of Allston and a State Street broker was held in 2000 bonds in Superior Court after being charged with larceny of 3849 tied to a stock transfer. The alleged theft occurred Sept 5 from Henry O. Woodward and others, with prior minor larceny charges pending. He was arrested Sept 13 and brought before the court after inspectors seized him on an indictment warrant.
The man who died after being rescued from the Charles River near the North Station yards in Massachusetts General Hospital yesterday morning is identified as Richard J. Hogan, 45, of 16 Stone Street Charlestown.
Mrs. Harry Keene a 30 year old from Poland Maine was killed when the automobile she rode in overturned on the new State road near Bridgton Maine. Mrs. Herbert Pillsbury of West Bridgton was thrown clear and escaped serious injury though bruised. A pile of empty ice cream cans rattled under the rear seat as the car rolled.
The French liner Espagne was reported safe at sea after sailing from New York to Bordeaux. A wireless assurance from her commander confirmed the vessel's safety as rumors of German submarines near the American coast persisted.
Vice Admiral Fournet presented a grave document to the Greek government as allies seized three remaining Greek warships. Marines landed at Piraeus and Athens, occupying key sites while loyalists cheered the king. The war minister ordered troops to guard post office square to avert clashes with French forces.
A compact history note recalls Americans taking formal possession of Porto Rico in 1898 and marks the Allies landing at Enos in Bulgaria a year ago, alongside a reference to St. Luke's Day and a 5:28 evening time cue.
Fair weather continues with cool temperatures in Boston and vicinity on Wednesday. Thursday brings sunny skies and a gradual warming trend as northwest winds shift to variable.
Average temperature yesterday was 58.9 with a high 68 and low 44. One year ago yesterday the average was 60.11.
Mrs Viola A Ling advertised four months ago for a husband and was engaged to a man who fled on the wedding day. The desertion drew Robert J Bradley of Moretown VI to her, leading to marriage. Last night Mrs Bradley set off to join the man she bears.
Bradley a wealthy farmer from Moretown Vermont marries Mrs Ling in East Boston after a mail tale of heartbreak. He arrives with ring tooth set and witnesses attend as the ceremony is performed by Justice James Fraser at 8 pm. The bride departs for Vermont the following morning to begin a new life.
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