15 Sep 1917
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1917
Page
1
U S investigators reveal new facts in the Maude A. King case. The Chicago widow was shot in the head during a car trip near Concord North Carolina with Gaston B. Means and friends. District attorney says evidence points to a crime motive and preparation.
A Vienna despatch reports the central powers view Pope Benedicts peace proposals as a suitable basis for negotiations. They call for arbitration disarmament and a settlement of the Balkan question while urging allied willingness for joint benevolent discussion before publication.
A Provincetown fundraising event hosted by Fitzgerald Lawn raised donations that surpassed the $20,000 mark. Organizers report ongoing contributions as supporters applaud the charitable impact and hear stories of workers aiding the cause.
Subscriptions to aid the families of Providence lost fishermen are mailed to John J. Martin in Boston. The Post will acknowledge all gifts. Yesterday’s contributions include donors from Boston Somerville Chatham Orleans New Bedford and Bryantville totaling 20298 44 to date.
The Provincetown Fund for widows and orphans of fishermen lost in the recent hurricane rose above $20,000 as receipts from the John F. Fitzgerald lawn fete at Hull were tallied. Donations totaled 1325 plus other cash and checks at Exchange Trust Company. Dr. Fitzgerald raised 1725 with 400 given to the Soldiers' Comfort Fund and the rest to Provincetown bereft families.
The ex mayor led a fundraising effort to aid soldiers and Provincetown sufferers, coordinating donations and efforts to support both groups simultaneously.
Seven year old Anna Bandervick of 444 Street Charlestown was struck by an electric car on Chelsea Street. Doctors say she fractured her skull and she was placed on the hospital's dangerous list after the incident occurred at nine last night.
F Gray Co offers men fall suits and overcoats at 9 90 today. Blue serges cassimeres worsteds silk lined overcoats in black thibets. Located at Washington and Hanover streets. Limited stock sold today only.
Georges Longy the oboist and founder of the Longy Club returns to Boston after a three month stay in France near the Somme. He travels with his daughter to visit Madame Longy and to attend the conservatory commencement and bring new music for Boston audiences this winter.
Readers recall a wartime whirlwind at Abbeville with General Pershing observers, a German air raid above at night, and a ceremonial procession featuring the British King, President Poincare, and the Prince of Wales at the Abbeville Hos.
Thomas Evans, 65, of 117 Avon street Malden a relief man at the Metropolitan sewerage station Malden bridge Charlestown was assaulted and robbed last night on a side street near Sullivan square. Three men jumped from an alley beat him and stole his change. He suffered a cut over the eye and facial bruises. The attack occurred shortly after 11 o clock.
Mount San Gabrielle changes hands amid intense fighting with heavy losses reported on both sides. Allied and opposing forces clash in a pivotal battle opening new front lines and shifting strategic positions.
The Italian embassy in Washington reports a decisive blow to Austrian forces forcing retreat from Monte San Gabriele. After three weeks of fierce fighting, Italy claims the crest and surrounding positions are captured, opening the way toward Trieste.
Italian forces pressed toward San Gabrielle after seizing Monte Santo on August 25 under General Cadorna. Reaching the mountain summit several times, they stalled due to strong resistance, hindering progress east of Gorizia and on the Carso front.
National League New York defeated Boston 5 to 0. American League results include Boston 6 over New York 65 and Cleveland 66 over St Louis 1. Philadelphia 2 over Washington 1. Chicago 7 over Detroit 3.
Elihu Root defined citizens duties during wartime in Chicago at a major patriotic rally. He said the U S declaration of war with Germany changed relations of all inhabitants to the subject of peace and war and defined what constitutes a traitor in the wartime era.
Before the declaration the public debated whether the United States should continue the war against Germany. The article records expressions of opinion and the unsettled mood as the nation weighed its path ahead.
The snippet notes a lighted vehicle condition at 6 25 p m and a date reference to Vera Cruz evacuation in 1914. It also recalls Taft's birth and Wilson's order historic events as anniversaries and a British Columbia prohibition vote from a year ago.
Weather forecast for Southern New England calls for increasing cloudiness Saturday with rain at night and likely Sunday. Northeast winds will strengthen by Saturday night. Northern New England expected to stay fair Saturday with rain at night or Sunday.
Yesterday at Thompson's Spa the report shows varied readings with highs around the mid 80s and lows near 60s. Averages indicate 61 yesterday and 74 a year ago, with scattered figures across multiple stations and times.
A mayoral decision is announced through a wire to a brother, reflecting a personal message rather than an official statement. The content centers on leadership choice and its implications for local governance.
Congressman James A. Gallivan announced his mayoral candidacy last night in a telegram to his brother Joseph C. Gallivan of South Boston. The message states he will fight unflinchingly to remain in office and finish the contest.
The article notes Congressman Gallivan's early candidacy declaration, aiming to face Mayor Curley. It mentions reform forces weighing endorsements, potential rivals like Andrew J. Peters backers, and possible bids from Fitzgerald, Curtis, Kelcher, Campbell, Murray, Billings, and Fitzgerald. Gallivan is portrayed as a strong reform ally with solid city support and a personal feud with Curley shaping a likely sharp, hard fought contest.
Colonel Henri Claudon designated to supervise 149 French army officers who will serve as instructors of instructors at 32 army camps. This move follows months of officers training in the city.
Petrograd radicals clash over a new firm policy as property owners face disqualification from public office. Kerensky's administration encounters rising resistance amid mounting unrest and political maneuvering.
Petrograd dispatch of Sept 14 reports General Korniloff has not yet surrendered. Loyal to him are some of the striking battalions still in the field.
Amsterdam Sept 14. Dr von Kuhlemann the German foreign minister has asked the Argentine legation at Berlin to telegraph Count Luxburg German minister in Argentina to come to Berlin to report according to advices received here from Berlin.
In Stockholm on September 13 the French minister to Sweden visited the foreign office to demand an explanation for cable despatches from the German minister to Argentina routed via the Swedish legation.
Stockholm reports that O A H Everloef secretary of the Swedish foreign affairs ministry has taken a leave of absence to assist in special investigations tied to the Swedish Argentina revelations. He has placed himself at the disposal of the minister of justice for the inquiry.
Stockholm today reports the Swedish government will reform conditions in the foreign office. The move follows cabinet meetings official conferences with the King and talks with Ira Nelson Morris the American minister and other entente ministers.
Petrograd reports chronic disorder after Korniloff revolt suppression. Extreme radicals gain ascendancy and Premier Kerensky resignation is feared inevitable, threatening anarchy as no single leader emerges to unite discordant elements.
The Petrograd Council of Deputies meeting ended with Bolsheviks gaining decisive power by a 279 to 150 vote. The motion excludes not only Social Democrats but all representatives of property-owning classes from power.
In Brockton on West Elm Street 13 year old Joseph L. Foster shot himself in the heart just before 8 pm. A heavy revolver lay beside him. A theatre party driving by swerved to avoid him. Found note to a girl and farewell to Miss Abbie Kinney. The act occurred before Ex Governor Douglas’s home.
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