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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1917
Page
2
At a commemorative meeting, a woman named Mrs Hale was arrested along with Whitehead after shouting insults at the President. Police and federal agents cleared the hall amid cheering and hissing as crowds followed them to the station. Bonds set at $500 each.
A reader from Boston argues that Red Cross gifts to National Guard troops in federal service should extend to Regular Army soldiers as well. He notes equipage is similar, soldiers are far from home, and asks the society to consider regulars in its next distribution.
Thousands line the streets as 65 drafted men from Revere march in farewell parade led by Mayor Alfred Hall. The procession includes Captain Ernest Acker and a review by residents, with participation from city officials and local groups such as fire department police and various fraternal organizations.
A 2 PM parade escorted by Naval Reserves from Commonwealth Pier moves along Beachmont to Revere City Hall where Mayor Hall and others salute the drafted men. Three bands play as crowds cheer and organizations join the tribute to the conscripts.
Passengers aboard an American liner arriving today said wireless distress calls were picked up last Friday from an unknown vessel being shelled. The liner reportedly altered course and speed as it neared the American coast. Officers would not confirm the reports, citing naval regulations banning disclosure of wireless or sea engagement details.
Reports reaching Atlantic port describe Belgians forced to work in mines and factories living on less than half rations. Mr and Mrs Ralph C Norton of Chicago, relief workers among Belgian refugees, say food shortages are extreme and they seek further aid.
A Boston Post report details the Provincetown Fund aiding fishing families after a sea tragedy. Mothers with several children receive weekly allowances from Myrick Atwood at the customs house while others share stories of hardship and the hope for winter support as New England donors respond.
A Winthrop resident testifies to Plant Juice relief for indigestion liver and kidney issues after a month of use. He describes improved appetite sleep and energy and credits the remedy as grand. The Plant Juice Man distributes at The Drug Department of Houghton & Dutton Co. stores.
The Rev. Dr. van Allen condemned hyphenated citizens and urged that loyalty not be divided in a second marriage. He warned divorced men and women rarely succeed in a new union during a Church of the Advent sermon.
The Railroad War Board announced a new coordinating committee to supervise export movement by rail to Allied buyers. Members include C. H. Shaeffer as chairman, E. Level, J. G. Rodgers, R. B. E. Stevens, D. L. Ewing, Colonel Chauncey B. Baker, C. B. Burton, and LD. W. Cooke, with possible additions from the American navy and British admiralty. The aim is to prevent port congestion and reduce export yard buildup.
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