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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1917
Page
10
The White House says Wilson and advisers discussed Italy's situation, focusing on immediate military action and allied assistance. Supplies especially coal are seen as essential for Italian munition factories, with heavy guns and mountain artillery identified as key assets in the new defensive line alongside British support.
Officials caution that Italian actions, while significant, will not turn the war. Setbacks are viewed as a spur to allies, with confidence that General Cadorna can hold the Teutonic push. British artillery passage through retirement signals resilient Italian defense under new line.
The Catholics and official Socialists declare party lines set aside in wartime Italy. German troops in the offensive boost Italian resolve, with General Cadorna’s bulletins shaping a national sense of trial. Press voices foresee a large scale decisive battle and orderly retreat while Germans seek to terrorize politically.
German forces push toward Venetia from the northeast and east, threatening Udine as they advance about 20 miles. The Italian, German, and Austrian authorities give no clear updates on Trentino, while fears mount of a major eastern offensive. British troops endure cold and hunger after saving their guns as Haig pushes gains near Passchendaele with Canadian units seizing Crest.
An official statement notes twelve British aircraft attacked Piermasens near Saarbrucken hitting factories and gas works. Bombs also struck the Saarbrucken railway station area and lines. Passchendaele is claimed captured by Germans, though Canadians later retook. Artillery actions in Aisne and Meuse fronts described as minor.
King Victor Emmanuel met Vittorio Orlando who agreed to form a cabinet and took the oath as premier. The lineup includes Barons Sonnino foreign affairs, Colosimo colonies, Sacchi justice, Meda finance, Nitti treasury, Alfieri war, Deloneice navy, General Alfredo allolio munitions, Barenint education, Bart public works, Militani agriculture, Gufelli labor, Faret posts, and Bianchi transports.
Washington Oct 30 The death from natural causes of William Roberts of Boston a private in the American expeditionary forces was announced in despatches from General Pershing His next of kin is his father Alfred Roberts of Boston Alfred Roberts could not be located in Boston last night.
Fitchburg October 30 William Lavalle aged 40 was killed while waiting for a car in South Fitchburg when struck by an automobile owned by Worcester attorney C. C. Milton. The car was driven by George Casavant of Worcester as rain obscured visibility and lights from an approaching vehicle.
A fleet of 24 fishing vessels landed at the South Boston pier generating strong receipts for groundfish. Prices quoted by wholesalers include cod 7 to 8.5 cents, haddock 7.5 to 8.5, pollock 5 to 7.5, hake 6 to 9, and cusk 6 to 8.75 cents per pound. The AngIe Marshall yielded 30,000 pounds of fish and $2500 revenue on its maiden voyage.
Privy councillor and Bavarian premier since 1906 Count von Hertling is described as a conservative leader likely to steer policy along reactionary lines yet not a puppet of junkers. At 74, he is noted as possibly the oldest prime minister, with views against annexations but support for German peace aims and guarantees from hostile Belgium. He cautions about Alsace Lorraine, supports a confederate state, and emphasizes Germany’s independent aims and end to substandard imports via submarine warfare.
Johnny Dundee of New York out fought Jimmy Duffy in every round of a ten round lightweight bout. Dundee weighed 121 and 1/4 pounds while Duffy weighed 134 and 1/2 pounds for the matchup held in New York City.
A full moon over the American sector in France brightens the field aiding snipers while hampering patrols in No Man's Land. The Associated Press reports conditions as U S troops hold the line under moonlit skies.
Americans in the trenches report a sunny clear day in France with frost covered hills at night. Gunners used improved sighting conditions as both sides fired sporadically. some American shells burst near German trenches while a few German projectiles caused no serious damage. Several soldiers show dents in their shrapnel helmets. First wounded arrival at base hospital is listed in excellent condition.
Despite recent bad weather there are no sickness cases linked to the issue. Officials praise the perfect physical condition of the men as the reason for the absence of illness.
About 500 machinists and helpers halted work at Bethlehem Shipbuilding Fore River yard in Quincy yesterday afternoon. Authorities say no formal strike appears planned, but workers seek wage scale adjustments and plan a meeting in Alpha Hall, Quincy, this afternoon.
Reinald Werrenrath baritone gave a varied recital in Jordan Hall with Harry Speir at the piano. He delivered Italian German French and English songs with poise and dramatic finish showcasing Wolf Duparc Bainbridge Crist and others. An encore featured Spier’s Whitman setting This is thine hour.
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