Nations Meet Plan Return to Stability
The Geffox Conference opened by Italy's premier urged restoration of order amid a 33 nation parley. Officials voiced hope for success at the stability gathering.
10 Apr 1922
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1922
Page
1
The Geffox Conference opened by Italy's premier urged restoration of order amid a 33 nation parley. Officials voiced hope for success at the stability gathering.
Genoa April 10 delegates begin economic conference opening in St George’s Square. Premier Facta reads welcome message from King Victor Emmanuel. Wirth and Schraner among German officials visit Facta and Schanzer. Plans set for opening speeches by Facta Toddo Barthieu Wirth and Theunys with interpreters.
Beijing reports twenty three French soldiers and one German foreman killed with ten others injured in a Huetten Smelting works explosion during a search for concealed arms. martial law measures were proposed as authorities investigate the event.
A terse report from Pawtotet Kansas notes April 1 as the date for troop withdrawal orders affecting the Mill District and surrounding areas. The article records officials and local oversight, with references to Cabiert Cort and Mayer Raters in the process, and mentions a denial or delay in the action. The sparse text indicates a formal military movement or disengagement linked to a larger command structure.
Washington reports an accounting of about 350 million dollars in enemy property held by the U S government. Thomas W Miller, property custodian, cites plans touching German assets and American claims against Germany, noting possible tax effects and a looming tribunal for adjudicating claims. The 33 000 active trusts detail salaries fees and advertising costs prior to and after March 4 1921, with assets returned to Cleveland Bergdall and other holdings noted.
The leviathan merchant ship reached Newport News this morning and was guided to a special berth at the shipyard. Rear Admiral Mugh Rodman of the Sixth Naval District and Rear Admiral Phillip Amirews, of the Norfolk Navy Yard, inspected and accompanied the ship through Hampton Roads.
The scene shifts to Washington where the naval appropriation dispute heats up as Congress debates funding for fleet power. Leaders push for a robust naval program while ensuring strategic flexibility, with attention to costs and international commitments.
A federal judge issued a temporary injunction forbidding nine union members and officers from interfering with free competition among coal workers in West Virginia. The order, granted in Charleston by Judge George W. Mel Tin tin, requires abandoning tent colonies of strikers in Mingo county within thirty days. The petition was filed by Borderland Coal Company and 62 other operators from West Virginia and Kentucky.
Indianapolis April 10. The second week of nation wide suspension of work by union coal miners began with an intact united front. John L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers said the program is functioning 100 percent and non union fields show the International union gaining strength as he remains at the Indianapolis headquarters directing the action.
The miners demand a $3 per ton wage rise, prompting operators to warn higher costs will fall on consumers. Spokesman Warringer says the 19 demands reduce production, threaten 1921 output, and could affect 72 million to 95 million tons mined in recent years as negotiations resume to end the strike.
The Attorney General in Indianapolis said federal court actions and wage conference talks may be involved in ending the ongoing strike that began April 1. He refused to detail the purpose of his visit, stating the matter would be investigated and held until further notice. The dispatch notes traders in Pittsburgh faced a tense day amid county and farm pressures.
Oklahoma City April 10 the body of Lieutenant Colonel Paul Ward Beck was shipped to Washington for burial at Arlington national cemetery. His mother Mrs Ravhot Beck his son Paul Beck Jr and nephew John Beck accompanied the casket while Post Ficoll officers paid final tribute using fallen petals from four aircraft. Day was exonerated by a coroner jury finding he acted in self defense when Beck allegedly attempted to assault him. no charges were filed.
In Nashua New Hampshire 200 strike sympathizers clashed with mill guards at Nashua Manufacturing. Firearms were discharged into the air as reserves arrived and William Wyosadski was arrested on rioting charges for inciting the crowd to call for police.
In Pawtucket R I on April 10 the twelfth week of the Blackstone valley textile workers strike opened with all mills affected heavily picketed. At Spinning Company workers were driven up streets amid silent policy by officials while police and soldiers kept order and more trucks operated than previously. Crown Manufacturing likewise saw pickets on both sides of the state line with numerous trucks bringing workers to the mill.
London April 11 Stanley Baldwin told the House of Commons that Britain would seize any available advantage in tariff relations with the United States as trade concerns dominate debate. He outlined a policy aiming to protect national commerce amid economic pressures and global competition.
Cambridge dispatch reports Tug Wilson also known as Edward Murph captured after assault on Metropolitan Park Policeman Philbrick and linked to the Feb 21 Somerville Trust Co robbery. Suspect identified by companion Surmah Doyle of Nedford. Doyle and Crosby charged in court while Philbrick's condition improves. Wilson faces multiple counts including attempted murder and robbery.
New York April reports a tentative improvement in business mood amid a convention of about 20 associations and 1,000 visitors. Dr. Hugh P. Baker of the United Paper and Pulp Association discusses demand, inventories, and market conditions as manufacturers gather with the National Paper Trade Association to assess orders and copyright issues.
A fragmented local text reports calls for socialist groups to aid miners amid labor strife. It cites a national executive committee urging organized and unorganized workers to unite, framing the miners' struggle as the general workers’ fight.
New Haven April John A Toddin of Cal attended the election events for the Knights of Columbus supreme master. The unnamed speaker described Reddin as attorney and longtime leader on the organization’s board of directors during a four-year term marking a historic fourth degree leadership milestone.
Auto victim's father Louis Lebel killed by machine in Barre October 16 1921. Joseph Lebel, over seventy, hanged himself in his Montpelier woodworking shop amid family note he had not acted rationally. Police and witnesses described planned setup with nails and leather thong. family members notified as funeral plans began.
John V. Rowen of Hotel Barre was elected to the conerttive committee of the Hotel Association of Vermont during its annual meeting in Rutland Wick. A. Martin W. H. Jerry RF Cather and EA Ellie also named to the committee. Rowen returns to Barre enthused by plans to boost Vermont summer vacation business and praised continued work by ITL. Derrah to survey statewide conditions and explain why Vermont missed full vacation business. The group discussed improving roads and hotel values, with support for preserving highway access and promoting state tourism.
A fragmented AP style notice from New York hints at crowded turnout and rising concerns over a local race. Vague phrases reference Bevin and Crete Lee Tap, with unclear positions and dates, suggesting a heated contest and strong public interest despite missing details.
The Barre community mourns Mrs. Christopher Bruce Yale known as Mary Grigg, a former Spaulding High School graduate and Barre resident. She died in the Paris to London air crash that killed all seven aboard, after marrying Yale the previous winter. Her mother Mrs. Sarah Grigg and brother James Grigg survive, with the family long involved in local affairs.
The Barre Trust Co opened for business at 123 North Main Street in the northern Quarry Bank building, offering full banking services. The new institution features modern facilities and expects to welcome patrons, with deposits and Christmas Savings plans tied to Barre’s banking community.
Dr F P A Warner of Washington died Sunday evening after 12 years of failing health. Born in Malor Oct 1558, he studied medicine at Burlington and West Topsham, lived in Dever and Mori mowth, and moved to Wartb kingtem earlier in life. The obituary notes his prominence in imperial circles and mentions his death announcement in today’s paper.
A largely attended Barre Granite Manufacturers Association session reviewed the granite market as war time price pressure and rough stock costs push prices up. Seven quarry owners announced a unified plan to adjust Barre granite pricing by about 20 percent, aiming to revive trade and stabilize the industry amid a general recession.
Baldwin Lowery Company to resume operations under Ohio bill after agreeing to terms with the old settlement. The firm plans to continue work with a reduced crew as it navigates the new legal framework and labor conditions.
Fragmentary OCR notes from Concord NH describe cutters and quarrymen showing spirit at a gathering. The text is garbled but hints at a turnout near a position and a possible speech or demonstration by local workers with ties to an American shop.
Roald Amundsen launches a Arctic expedition from Central Park, with a crew including S.R. Ruhl and the crew’s tower of fire. The journey proceeds through icy domains as they seek a new route and record the maiden legs of a long cross continental traverse.
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