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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1917
Page
7
Paris reports a Moroccan soldier Gobain guarding a bridge near the front shot down a German biplane with a single army rifle in moonlight. The aircraft crashed, its two crew killed, and a nearby gasoline tank exploded injuring two rail workers. Gobain received a medal for marksmanship.
In Paris the meat ban on two weekdays pushed meat to one dollar per pound and fish to prohibitive prices. Vegetables soared, potatoes scarce, beans and rice costly, and sardines jumped. Amid price spikes, speculation and illicit coal deals flourished, with officials empowered to seize coal hoards and prosecute suspects.
Crew passengers on a British steamer tell how the American schooner Rebecca Palmer of 2666 tons gross sailed from Savannah November 9 for England. They say a submarine attacked off the Irish coast in December, shell fire damaged the ship, forcing it to be laid up and likely remaining in England after the war.
Paris June 30 M Malvy interior minister after a cabinet meeting sent instructions to department prefects to ban retail sale of spirits testing over 18 degrees in cafes and saloons except during main meals hours. Adult men can buy during those hours but women and minors under 18 cannot at any time. Bottled goods limited to two liter quantities to deter small bottle purchases. Beer wines cider imitation wines and aromatic wines under 18 percent alcohol remain allowed along with fruit liqueurs under 23 percent alcohol.
Rome June 30. Prof G Sergi, noted anthropologist, says war youths raised amid Armageddon will be more energetic, frank, humane, and defend their rights while respecting others. He cites boys from 13 to 18 handling vines, cattle, and work under grandfathers, turning schooling into life’s school. War shapes a stronger, self confident next generation.
Cape Town June 30 Gen Louis Botha premier of the Union of South Africa appeals for loyalty in Robertson speech. He condemns republican propaganda and urges cooperation of the two white races to maintain constitutional ties with Great Britain. He notes Britain’s fleet as crucial to the country’s safety.
London cJune 38 The Times reports King George re revived the dormant Marquis of Mitfordhaven for Prince Louis of Battenberg and created Earl of Medina for Prince George, with Prince Louis’s second son named Lord Joula Mountbatten. Prince Alexander of Teck becomes Earl of Athlone. The changes follow the king’s move to drop German origin titles. Vancouver cJune 50 The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Co merges with Union Steamship Co of New Zealand, forming a Canadian Australian line from Vancouver to Honolulu and Sydney.
Pamphlet touts Poslam cream and medicated soap as rapid relief for eczema and related skin eruptions. Claims itching subsides, skin cools and soothes, with daily improvements and harmless use. Provides free samples address in New York City.
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