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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1917
Page
4
The Admiralty reports a successful Monday raid by British naval airmen on the Warssenaere airdrome in Flanders. A naval aerial patrol engaged a German squadron, destroying one Albatross and driving another out of control while all British aircraft returned safely.
The article presents Theodore Roosevelt in a revealing war era piece, describing a straightforward, forceful voice as he tackles a subject growing in importance. A notable October Ladies' Home Journal feature promises broad reach and value with its 154 pages for 15 cents.
Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria led renewed German assaults near the Ypres Menin road in Flanders yesterday. British forces, under Field Marshal Haig, repelled two breaches and stabilized the line. German casualties mounted as heavy artillery rocked the sector east of Ypres.
Reports say northeast of Verdun infantry actions slowed, while German attacks near Bois de Chaume were repulsed with liquid fire. Berlin claims trench gains on Monday, artillery duels continue on the Aisne, Austro-Hungarian mine at Monte Nero failed to yield ground, Italians repel attacks on Bainsizza, and Russian advances near Riga are checked by counteraction.
General Verkhovsky reports France and Great Britain assured they will not seek a separate peace harming Russia. In Moscow, Duma president Michael Rodzianko warned of German plans and urged allied unity against any peace at Russia's expense.
A bundle knitted by Mrs Campbell for a British recruit was presented at the Fifth Royal Highlanders of Canada rally on the Common. The gift included two pairs of wristers and socks and a $2 bill to aid dependents. George H. Bright of East Boston was first to volunteer, receiving the knitted items. The event drew speeches by Colonel Dennis and others, with 65 British and Canadian applications filed at Bromfield street. The band and detachment then moved to Worcester for another recruiting push.
Private John F. Sullivan of the Canadian Overseas force died at Central Maine Sanatorium from gas attack injuries on the western front in Europe. His funeral will be held Friday with the Black Watch Regiment arriving to participate in the British recruiting campaign and a firing squad detail from the Portland artillery district.
Recruiting stations report rising numbers as the Black Watch of Canada begins activities. At Tremont row U S Army station notes 84 applicants Monday and 20 more by 3 PM Tuesday. Marine HQ reports seven applicants and two acceptances, including Albert L. Bradley who passed a prior heart murmur disqualification. Coast Artillery and cavalry enlistments rise while civilian applicants must join aviation duties.
Four and a half year old Woodrow Wilson Fleming, son of Mr and Mrs John Fleming of 38 White Street West Somerville, died in a blaze at their summer cottage at Bellflower and Fremont streets Lexington. An oil stove exploded starting the fire as Mrs Fleming stood in the yard and neighbors restrained her from entering the flames.
The coal shortage disrupts city schools but about 12 000 tons are now delivered to 20 schools by 12 companies. School Committee Business Agent William T. Keough says the supply will last well into December.
The West Shirley Street School in Ayer was closed by the local Board of Health after six diphtheria cases were found. Thirty five pupils attend, with teacher Miss Elizabeth Markham and several relatives placed under quarantine or observing illness.
Gaston B. Means remained in Cabarrus county jail without bail awaiting the October term grand jury on a murder charge in the slaying of Chicago widow Maude A. King at Blackwellder Springs on August 29. The grand jury convenes October 29. Means, after a preliminary hearing, agreed to be bound over to the higher court with counsel citing the need for papers seized in a New York raid and possible extradition warrants as reasons for delaying testimony.
The defense argued the State did not present sufficient evidence to sustain a conviction. They challenged yesterday’s expert testimony claiming Mrs. King could not have fired the shot that caused her death.
A flare-up during shell filling at the Newton Manufacturing Company plant in Lowell caused an explosion that killed Harry J. Clain and seriously injured another worker. Six more laborers were badly burned while making shells for the government.
The 101st Regiment of Infantry fund reached 42415 dollars yesterday per a statement by treasurer J H O Neil. Checks should be sent to J H O Neil treasurer care Federal Trust Company 8 Devonshire Street Boston. The accounting to date is listed.
The American Foundrymen's Association and the American Institute of Metals hold a major session at the Mechanics' Building. Officials estimate contracts exceeding $1,000,000 will be placed with exhibitors and allied firms. Boston show hints at surpassing last year's $600,000 Cleveland total as casting machinery and processes are showcased. Nearly 1000 delegates and friends enjoyed a Boston Harbor sail in the afternoon.
Plain malsified cocoanut oil provides a greaseless, safe shampoo alternative. Rub into wet hair to produce rich lather that cleanses scalp and hair, rinses easily, and leaves hair smooth, bright, and easy to manage. Available cheap at most drug stores for family use.
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