Antilles Transport Sinking Claims 70 Missing in War Port
The Antilles, an army transport, was torpedoed returning to the U S after foreign service. About 70 men are missing, 167 saved from roughly 237 aboard. Officers and crew were largely saved. several engineer officers lost. The attack, details scarce, underscores U boat risks to American wartime transports.
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Antilles Liner To Southern Ports
The Antilles a 6878 ton freight and passenger liner of the Morgan Line owned by Southern Pacific was a noted New Orleans to New York run carrier. Taken by the government for wartime service early in the conflict Captain H I Boyde remained master and many crew were recruited by the quartermaster department reflecting wartime mobilization.
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Antilles Steamer Details and Genoa Mission 1914
The Antilles built by the Cramps in Philadelphia in 1907 measured 421 feet with a 53 foot beam and 37 foot depth. Withdrawn from coastwise trade in Sept 1914 to sail to Genoa Italy to repatriate about 400 Americans stranded by wartime events. Under Captain Boyde the ship left Genoa Sept 12 and arrived in New York Sept 26 led by L F Loree of the Delaware and Hudson Railroad.
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Our boys are offering their lives why do you hesi tate about your money
A bold wartime appeal urges readers to support Liberty Bond drives stressing sacrifice by servicemen and the need for funding the war effort. It emphasizes civic duty and the urgency of investing financial resources for victory.
First M E Church Thanks Newspapers
The pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church thanks the Boston Post for extensive publicity aiding the church efforts. He notes attendance has doubled and praises press cooperation with patriotic service and Liberty bond support as the church plans community programs.
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SACRIFICE in INVESTING in LIBERTY PONDS
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Mansfield Attacks McCall Over High Massachusetts Food Prices
Frederick W. Mansfield Democratic candidate for Governor repeats calls for action to lower food costs in Massachusetts. He claims three large Boston warehouses hold goods at high prices as they deteriorate, urging Governor McCall to delegate power to him or the Boston Board of Steam to release stored food and cut prices within a week. He cites eggs bought at 28 cents now selling for 50 cents and argues the war is not to blame for price increases.
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Do you prefer to LEND or to LOSE Buy a BOND
A concise pitch asks whether you favor lending or losing and urges buying a bond as an alternative investment. The message uses bold binary framing to evoke risk and opportunity. It targets readers considering fixed income options and financial security.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Offer Calomel Alternative
An advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild laxative and liver aid, replacing calomel. It claims quick, gentle action without teeth or gum damage, addressing headaches and lethargy linked to constipation, with 10c and 25c boxes sold by all druggists.
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German Leader’s Condemnation Exposé Sealed by Kaiser
A famed German critic faced imprisonment for denouncing Kaiser policy and the armed ruling power. Public copies were burned by order of the Kaiser. An American recovered the sole surviving copy, and the Sunday Post will publish the most striking portions tomorrow.
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