Rout ed Bandits Be ing Hunt ed by Villa Hunt
Mexicans and Col. Dodd's Cavalry pursue routed bandits across the frontier trail. Cavalry units take up the chase in pursuit of scattered Villistas, seeking to corner and round up the fugitives.
01 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1916
Page
1
Mexicans and Col. Dodd's Cavalry pursue routed bandits across the frontier trail. Cavalry units take up the chase in pursuit of scattered Villistas, seeking to corner and round up the fugitives.
El Paso and San Antonio dispatches describe Colonel Dodd’s 400 cavalry pursuing Villa’s scattered bands after a Guerrero engagement. Reports indicate Villa may have fabricated a leg injury to mislead pursuers while American forces press the pursuit toward Casas Grandes and the Sierra Madre country.
Washington reports celebrations over Colonel Dodd's pursuit of retreating bandits and dispersal success. President Wilson and War Secretary Baker congratulated Funston and Pershing by wire as the news spread nationwide. The Mersey Dock Strike ended with workers returning to their jobs this morning.
German forces made a night advance at Vaux forcing French troops to yield ground in parts of the village. The action allowed German units to establish a foothold in that sector and tighten positions ahead of further operations.
German forces mounted two heavy attacks in the Verdun region east of the Meuse with one gaining a foothold at Vaux before being repulsed. A violent bombardment near Malancourt preceded further assaults along the Le Mart Homme line. French forces claimed to have driven off the attacking units after initial gains. Strong artillery activity continued east of the Meuse and in the Argonne as German trenches south of Saint Marien were blasted. A German plane fell within German lines near Tabure after being hit by French guns.
Ambassador Gerard reported to the State Department that Germany has only newspaper reports on the attacks on the steamers Syssex and Englishman. Berlin’s investigation, expected to take a week or more, must determine if submarines attacked the ships.
In Washington on April 1 the Senate judiciary subcommittee approved Louis D Brandeis for the Supreme Court by a 3 to 2 vote. Chilton Walsh and Fletcher voted for confirmation while Cummings and Works opposed. Republicans. The full committee is expected to remain evenly split and each member will file a separate report. The full committee meeting is set for Monday with action not expected until later.
In Woburn April a street railway strike erupted after the Bay State line refused to reinstate Conductor John J. Martin, former local union president. Eight conductors and motormen walked out, threatening a citywide stoppage if service is restored with strikebreakers.
Lloyds reports the sinking of the Norwegian steamer Memento with crew losses. Also noted, the Neravgian steamer and John Pictard schooner were destroyed. Paris reports a hospital ship Portugal sunk in the Black Sea by a German torpedo, with many wounded, despite Cross signals.
In Milton, April, State's Attorney Hopkine visited the case against Sherman Wade charged with assaulting an officer and firing at him. A chattel suit involving Wade and property at a saw mill is noted, with references to a high power rifle and a failed attempted shooting incident.
At the regular Central Labor Union meeting in Eivtre the resignation of Sec Sylvie L. Candi was announced and George Maker was named temporary secretary. Carde’s resignation prompted discussion of future leadership and a complete officer slate to be elected at the next monthly session.
The state presents evidence in an alleged murder case involving Charles Leighton and Sharon residents. The morning fracas allegedly involves teams driven by Orlo Wheeler and others, a sled incident, and a five shot title.
Five Zeppelins raided eastern counties last night. One descended near the mouth of the Thames and was captured by a British patrol boat. after the crew were removed the airship sank. Official reports list 28 killed and 4 injured. Bombs were dropped in various localities with unknown results. Hostile aircraft also attacked the northeast coast, details pending.
Former preceptress Miss Isham, once head of the Burlington school faculty, was warmly greeted at Goddard Seminary during a Friday reception marking the reopening of the school for juniors. The event featured alumni, faculty, and orchestral music, with renovations to parlors including new ceilings, lighting, and a complete oak-finished cellar mission? furniture funded by the Godland Record fund total ing 4704 dollars, enabling a thorough update.
A city judge rails against movies as corrupting youth after two nine year olds admit petty thefts. Court hears that milk bottle thefts and other minor acts reflect influence of cinema. Magistrate warns of stronger penalties despite defense arguments. recommendations call for parental and community actions.
Various Barre men assume duties as the new fiscal year starts April 1 following March elections or aldermanic confirmation. Several officers qualified late or before, with changes limited to fire department chief and city physician salaries. assessors begin their duties and inventories are filed for property assessments.
Clinton M Bassett died Friday evening at Kin horme following a yearlong illness. He was married 25 years to Mildred Crown and leaves seven children, his mother Mrs John Johnston, and brothers Herbert Bassett and James Bassett. Born April 17, 1870 in Thirre Town, he worked as a granite cutter and later in the lampers unit. Funeral at the home on Summer Street Wednesday after ten, with interment at Maplewood Cemetery.
Jury returns verdict for plaintiff in Gardiner Arnold of Leevity vs Stanters et al. awarding about 7000 from American News Vending Company. Directors blamed for fraud. damages sought were 10,000. Trial lasted from 10:40 AM to 4:00 PM with mixed denials and defense assertions.
Announcement to Hedding Methodist Church reports Rev Elmer F Newell to be transferred from the Vermont to the New England conference with a Massachusetts charge. He expresses gratitude for Barre’s support and explains the move as desired for better opportunities, noting family and parish ties and potential succession plans.
A fragmentary report describes a Methodist lay conference session with a joint meeting of ministers and lay members planned for the afternoon. Remarks by Bishop Hamilton opened the program, with delegates named to represent Montpelier and nearby towns at the general conference. discussion covered lay representation and church governance.
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