United States Reasserts War Rights in Mandate Notes
Washington reports new notes sent by the American government to Japan Great Britain France and Italy asserting full rights arising from World War I and demanding agreement on mandates before adoption The notes reference Japan's reply on the Yap Island mandate and state department officials would not discuss the documents publicly noting they cover allied and associated powers rights and pass through Geneva to the councils of the League of Nations.
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Washington, D.C
Xew
Japan
Great Britain
France
Italy
Paritie
Equator
State Department
Colby
United States
Colly
Wmap
Penitix
Pacific
Leagues of Nations Council
Geneva
Supreme Foundil
United States Notes Grave Attitude On WWI Issues
Paris reports a lengthy note from Charles Hughes to the French foreign office. the document dated April 4 asserts U S rights on World War I settlements and is sent to Britain and Italy for cabinet review. Analysts say it signals a grave U S stance on alliance decisions and mandates in the Pacific, while reserving U S rights in postwar settlements.
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Paris
Charles FB. Hughes
United States
State Department
Washington
Qatlume
North Pacific
Yep
Arisin
United State
Milwaukee Socialists Lose Big In Municipal Race
Milwaukee reports show only four precincts tallied with Mrs. Victor L. Berger winning a seat on the school board while Seidel former socialist mayor lost decisively for at large alderman to William B. McKinley. The daylight saving measure passed.
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Victor L. Berger
Milwaukee
Seidel
William 8. McKinley
Death of Montpelier Civil War veteran Harran at 85
Charles Harran aged 85 of Montpelier died at his home shortly before midnight after a long life that included service in the Civil War with the Second Vermont Regiment where he was twice wounded. He leaves a widow and several children and was linked to long married couples record in Montpelier. Funeral plans unspecified.
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Charles Harran
Montpelier
Cab
Curtis Harran
Moreton
Cn. FP
Vermont
G A. Ri
Harran
Sarah Rourne
Lo DP. Lawrence
Fife
Lawrence
Mex Lawrence
Berlin Street
Tarran
Lucinde Knight
Worcester
Ideaie Childs
Seldon Harran
Howard Dirge
Nellie Podge
Myrtie Conner
Emma Nichols
Middlesex
Tre Harnin
Edwards to be promoted to major general in coming list
Secretary Weeks plans to include Brigadier General Clarence R Edwards in the forthcoming general officer promotions to be sent to President Harding for transmission to the Senate. Edwards commanded the fifth division in France and was relieved from front-line duties amid earlier political controversy involving ex-Senator Weeks.
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Washington
Clarence R Edwards
France
Weeks
Touay
Edwards
Werks
Massachusetts
Edwards’ Mane
Harding
Senate
Witton
Gen Wood Still For Preparedness
General Lenard Whets left for Seattle today on the way to the Philippines after speaking at a public greeting. He said we must be ready and that we want to be a force of peace but cannot do it by being a linguistic artiste. He added we do not want the largest army and navy in the world, but we do want the best.
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San Francis
Slater
Lenard
Seattle
Philippines
Epeakina
Worcester Strike Gains Momentum Amid Protests
In Worcester the general strike by bolting construction workers continues since April 1. Union leaders report increasing pay protests and recall that six electrical fan tractors and a builders finishing company joined a move at the old state permitting grounds. Employers prepare to respond as more firms consider actions against striking workers.
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Masa
Lad
Asec Clathoe Ane
Greek Premilitary Satisfaction Statement Report
An April dispatch from Athens via the Associated Press outlines military leaders expressing satisfaction with war readiness. It notes discussions between Greek and Turkish factions, involvement of state banks, wartime planning, and efforts to maintain regional unity amid tensions.
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Athens
Asaneiatet Pressi—itutine
Anstotia
Genmarin
Ueorge
Protest to Cremany
Fragmentary OCR text shows a protest labeled protest to cremany with references to a referendum, a religious witness, and a call for reverence. The readable portions mention meeting, approval, and a campaign around clemancy, but details are garbled and names or dates are unreadable.
Federal Aid for Disabled by Special Commission
Washington, D. C., April 6. Three definite recommendations to President Hanting were agreed upon by the special commission investigating care and treatment of disabled men. They include a central government authority for all soldier relief, a decentralized administration bringing aid to soldiers' homes, and a permanent building program with increased hospital appropriations. Charles O Dawes, chairman, indicated work on the report would begin tonight in executive session. Colonel FW Galbraith Jr. of the American Legion praised the progress and said the decisions align with the Legion relief program. Colonel Cholimelay Joons testified bureau work is expanding with new arrivals and rising export figures, noting veterans now seek government aid they once hoped to avoid.
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Washington, D. C
Hanting
Special Commission
Charles O. Dawes
Chicwga
Subd Hy
FW. Galbraith, Jr
The
American Legion
Legion
Cholimelay Joons
Sear Trek Bireau
Forty Claimants to File WWI Injury Claims at Barre Legion Club
Chairmen Robert J. Markie of Barre post No. 10 announces two evenings this week for claimants to present at the Legion clubrooms on Cherry Street to file forms for state Legion headquarters. About forty have signed intentions, eight live outside Barre. Claimants should bring discharge papers and a physician’s certificate if available.
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Robert J
Markie
Barre
No. 10
Climante
Legion Club Rovs
Charel Street
State Legion
Washington
Legion
Mackie
Legion Rooms
Welek
Mapkie
Trady
Cleime
Ietcher
Montpelier
Marre
Barré
Talk of the Town: Weather, Workers, and Seasonal Plans
The item reports on weather conditions and seasonal labor, noting widespread preparations and retirements. It mentions Vermont figures, New England echoes, and community actions as winter ends and spring arrivals prompt activity across town.
Herrick Accepts Ambassadorship to France Return in Summer
Myron T. Herrick will accept the post of American ambassador to France, a duty he held at the war’s start. Nomination soon, with travel to Paris in early summer. Friend say health and family losses delayed him but he now agrees. He faces rent for the embassy building unless funds are found.
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Washington, D. C
Associated Press
Myron T. Herrick
France
Taft
Herrick
Paris
Embmany
State Department
Sid
New York Saloon Keepers Shock as Police Drive Looms
New York April 1 Police move to enforce new state liquor laws signed by Gov Miller will begin in earnest today. First Deputy Police Commissioner Leach and Acting Chief Inspector Jee T announce an order to mobilize all 13 000 officers to prevent illicit alcohol and transportation. Home brewers face seizure of paraphernalia and possible searches with warrants as the crackdown begins.
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Ho Burr
State Board of Hygiene
Burrhee
George EC Sanders
Calais
Tay
Burnham
Stefaffe Hex
Magre Hue Toon
Montreal
Earle AC
Hayden
Diateiet
Rummnissinger
Stowe
Morrisville
Bark
Burpy
Key Woodbury
Almot
Montpelier
Tren
Beach Street
Font
Burlington
Timothy Hornbrogs
G. Brown
Brown
Murlington
Ladden
Mittos
Smith
Rowley
Bohseh
Marsing
Bramington
Ceptsin
Woedewt & Cooving Hark Vermant
Teoeks Epeet
Miami
New York
Leach
Jee T
Godard Seminary Baseball Team Faces Tough Start
Coach Joseph Leahey leads Godard seminary into the third week of the month against Norwich University second team with a reshuffled lineup and keen competition for nine starting spots. Hurling strength shows promise with four candidates vying for first base and a deep field battle among outfield contenders as Angac and Cyran draw hoop-season attention.
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Joseph Leahey
Godard Seminary
Sester- Fay
Aeminairy Teat
Norwich University
Pamtidates
Mellurghan
Lack
O'Leary Willey
Far Eatcher
Finn
Biante
Shattock
Connolly
Cytany
Kelley
Bowers
Oufield
Munster
Flannagan
Jarvis
Wilkes
Jonns
Clough
Beville
Wall
Angac
Cyran
Winster
Sexnon
Polsom Divorce Case Details and Proceedings
The report outlines a divorce case in Potosom with references to proceedings, witnesses, and motions. It notes the absence of certain filings, mentions the involvement of the wife and husband, and describes court actions over the year. Details on the court venue in Washington and names connected to the case are included with limited clarity due to OCR errors.
Girl for Murder Trial Recants Her Story
Peter Lange of Fair Haven stands accused of killing Owen Hayes whose body was found in the Castleton river. Madeline Lange, 15, testified her previous statements were false and that Louis Bishop told her of incidents linking her father to the death. Medical experts suggested drowning as the cause, while the state argued for a fatal head blow and a bruise as proof. The defense sought to bar the child as a witness but the court allowed her testimony.
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Rutlend
Peter Lange
Fair Haven
Madeline
Longe
Owen Hayes
Castleton
Fails Haven
Louis Bishop
Bishop
Hayes
Jowane Waylum
Weterburs
Hayes Wae
Linge
American Sunday League Forms In Pittsburgh Amid Blue Law Debate
In Pittsburgh on April 6, incorporation of the Anti-Blue Law League of America, Inc was announced. Arthur Smith says the group responds to nationwide demand and advocates a wide open Sunday for religion recreation and rest. The league aims to curb Sunday restrictions wherever Blue Law agitation exists.
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Pittsburgh
Delaware
Anti-Blue Law League of América, Inc
Mitte
Burgh
Arthur Smith
Teague
Highway Conference Reveals State Policy Amidst Absences
The state highway commissioner met with Governor Hartmess and 8.6 Bates, a commission member, while Senator Bryant could not attend. They informally outlined road policy and noted Bates remains on the board despite rumors. Sharon’s district appointment prompted openings in Caledonia and Windsor counties, with Barre, M. L. Dy, WN. Daddy, Miditte, Dadkes, Rentolph, J. O. Towle, Knoeturg, and A. S. Cobleigh announced as accepts for new assignments.
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Hartmess
Bates
W. N. Bryant
Renee
I A
Sharon
Roger Dix
Haw Resi
Opr
Caledonia County
Windsor Csounty
Barre
Lawdy
Daddy
Miditte
Dadkes
Rentolph
Towle
Knoeturg
Cobleigh
New
Funeral of Mrs Curtis Delayed by Turbulent Weather
The funeral of Mrs Curtis was postponed due to severe weather and poor road conditions. Officials arranged an alternative service at a later time, with family and community members expressing sorrow and support.
Springtime at Barre Woman's Club Delights Audiences
The Barre Woman's Club staged Springtime with Minx Marie Ritcher guiding Barre’s amateur actors. The production featured period costumes from 1868 through present day, strong performances by Leone Reynolds and George Stew, and memorable numbers like Till Our Dreams Come True and The Rainbow Trail, earning sustained audience applause.
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Lee Pagel Ion
Me House
Barre Woman's Club
Barre
Minx Marie Ritcher
Grant
Elena Barberi
Elvira
Max Fisher
Rob Hie Brewster
Ralph
Oliver James Brewster
Ena
Margaret Roberts
John Booth
Tom
Higgins
Florence
Trembley
Abigail Tomkins
Hobbie Brewster
Priscilla
Jack
Ing
Little Mise
Doris Lander
Dane
Vermont Supreme Court to Rule on Governor Hartness Bills
The Vermont Supreme Court will hear a special term at Montpelier on Thursday to decide if Gov Hartness acted legally signing bills after final adjournment and if a special session must reenact them. Officials note petitions against Secretary of State to promulgate the acts may affect all post adjournment measures and raise questions on the state tax budget and highways appropriations.
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Hartness
Vermont
Vermont Supreme Court
Montpelier
Toetiee
John H. Watson
G. L. Hunt
John McAvery
Benjamin Gates
Secretary of State
Ft Narod
Waleer Scott
Back
Gore Ornor Hartness
Hartnese
Werner Hartness
Herralas
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Polsom
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Rutland
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Anti-Blue Law League of America
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Soreng Tallwing
Cher Dinewnend
Ahernaine
Liana Mitom
Barre Opera House
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Naughton
Arenes
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Sete
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