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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1915
Page
1
First authentic description of a great battlefield near Loos. Plucky New Troops of Kitchener's Army push through inferno of fire and lead German machine guns, creating havoc but not stopping the advance. Scottish regiments among those first to break through.
Washington reports the first long distance wireless telephone transmission from Arlington Virginia to Mare Island California, 2500 miles, using Navy radio and AT&T Western Electric. Secretary Daniels says the test paves way for inland to sea calls and future military and commercial use.
Ed M Grath notes the Phillies are champions of the National League and will hold the title until someone wrests it away. The article describes the end of hope for the Quakers’ access to the title as they faced a decisive setback yesterday afternoon.
A somber moment marked the Braves 5 to 0 defeat with Grover Cleveland Alexander credited for the pitching. The event was unofficially named Pit Mo ran Day though the speech and pomp overshadowed the ceremony.
An outline for a Worcester area trolley expansion considers intermediate points and a faster express service. Officials discuss integration with existing lines and potential benefits for commuters.
The Hogan family claims their name is now Homond after a court bid to change from Hogan to Homans failed. Mrs. Hogan insists the change occurred in another state, but refuses to reveal where. Protests from the Homans and Hogan clans accompanied the petition, which sought social and business reasons. The court denied both the Hogan to Homans and Hogan to Mailes changes.
Charles Sumner Bird pledges support to ex Congressman McCall if McCall secures a Progressive platform at the Republican State convention on Saturday. Bird’s letter to McCall marks the day's most notable political development.
British dispatch describes fighting at Loos starting Saturday morning and continuing on the same ground. Units vanished in smoke but sent brief messages on the day’s severity and apparent gains as a clearer narrative emerges from the front.
Portland and Gloucester times noted with sunrise and moon phase changes. Saturn shines as morning star while Venus and Jupiter light evening skies. auto lamps to be lit at 6 pm and 6 30 pm. Anniversary: Wilton Lackaye born 1862. One year ago Austro Italian naval event. Russians defeat Austrian rear guard in Galicia.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for fair weather Thursday and probably Friday with moderate northwest winds. Washington reports also note New England should remain fair through Friday with similar winds.
The Harvard Stadium project for temporary wooden bleachers faces permit questions. Mayor Curley vows action, while the building commissioner and corporation counsel discuss drawing approvals and legal routes for issuing or denying the permit.
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