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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1914
Page
10
Amsterdam dispatch quotes Berlin Tageblatt editorial rejecting the idea that England’s destruction is the war’s main aim. It argues Germany fought because Russia threatened and fears Russia’s growing power, urging continued resistance to Russia becoming the world’s dictator.
King George and Queen Mary, who left London for Sandringham last week, returned to the capital today amid routine royal movements.
New York Oct 20 The Dutch steamer Veendijk, usually sailing Baltimore to Rotterdam, was seized by a French cruiser near Chevours and later Havre. Under gunfire the French authorities removed tens of tons of flour and provisions, paying full value for the cargo. Berlin Oct 20 German circles say torpedo boats sunk off the Dutch coast w were old vessels of little value, yet the loss fuels pride in the navy.
Washington reports American Consul Donegan in Magdeburg says Germany will permit shipment of raw sugar to neutral nations. Current surplus 150 000 to 200 000 metric tons with 800 000 more later. beet crop to yield at least 2 500 000 tons. American vessels urged for transport of German origin sugar.
The Navy announced occupation for military purposes of strategically important islands in the Marianne, Marshall, East and West Caroline groups. Jaluit in the Marshall Islands was seized Oct 14. German vessels were found and two were sunk or captured. Yap in the Caroline group was reportedly occupied, with claims tied to a broader plan by Britain and Japan to seize German Pacific naval stations to curb German cruiser activity.
At the Japanese embassy in Washington the occupation of key islands in the Marianne group was described as aligning with Japan's prior claims to protect its shipping and that of its allies from German cruisers. No new official statement was issued beyond the earlier note after the Marshall Islands seizure, and no word had arrived from Tokyo about the latest action.
Petrograd dispatch notes a report from the ministry of the interior claiming a Germany controlled secret society operates in Roumania to sway public opinion through the press. It alleges a capital of 4 400 000 dollars. The note also cites devastation after the Austrian invasion of the Russian governments of Lublin and Kholm with 4 250 houses burned and losses of 1 500 000 dollars.
An extraordinary Costanzi Theatre performance in Rome tonight benefited needy emigrants who had returned to Italy. It raised about £20,000 with Enrico Caruso among the artists appearing, marking his first Rome appearance since 1908.
Calls for medical and surgical supplies came from American Red Cross officers in France Russia and Servia. Additional shipments to Petrograd Paris and Belgrade units will begin in a few days to bolster relief efforts.
An advertisement touts Poslam as a perfect skin healer, eradicating eczema cases and stopping itching with daily improvement. It urges use without harm and suggests asking druggists for Poslam or requesting a free sample from Emergency Laboratories in New York. It also promotes Possum Soap for daily use at 25 cents and 15 cents.
The El Rado liquid hair remover is promoted as a quick, gentle product for removing hair. A few drops deliver instant results, leaving skin smooth and antiseptically soothing, with a money back guarantee. Sold in 50 cent or 1 dollar sizes at drug stores, department stores, or directly from Pilgrim Mfg. Co. in New York.
In Rutland Vermont on October 20 a suit by all stockholders of the Rutland road Company against Dr. W. Le Webb of New York and other directors was argued in federal court. The plaintiffs seek an accounting of the railroad's affairs amid charges of fraudulent stock deals and mismanagement by former directors. Counsel debated a motion to amend the bill, with Judge Martin reserving. Four hours were allotted to each side to present arguments on ordering an accounting.
Jacob Watchmaker, once a Revere real estate promoter, received a year and a day in East Cambridge jail for conspiring to conceal 33116 dollars from his bankrupt estate trustee. Former Rep David Mandcovitz faced trial with him. the jury disagreed and he was discharged.
After the indictment was placed on file a court proceeding moved forward. Officials noted the filing status and prepared for further legal steps as the case proceeds through the judicial process.
A conference at 30 State Street launched a nation wide drive to relieve thousands of destitute Hebrews in Europe. Isaac Heller was named chairman of the Central Jewish War Relief Committee of Massachusetts and David Stern elected treasurer of Beth Hamedrosh Hagedal.
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