Dead Man's Hill Center of Major German Attacks
Report from Verdun and Meuse fronts notes Berlin claims gains near Dead Man's Hill while French observers warn the outcome may determine Verdun. Germans briefly take small trench elements west of the Meuse but are repulsed elsewhere. heavy bombardments hit Deuwymont and Vaux as spring movements hinder Russian Italian fronts.
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Verdin
Dead Man‘s Hill
Meuse
Paris
Verdun
Berlin
St. Elphus Hoe
King George
Whee
Waris
The
Dead Man's Hill
Corbeauy Wood
War Office
Deuwumont
Deuwymont
Vaux
Asquith Denies Allies Seek to Strangle Germany
London reports Premier Asquith addressing a government reception at Lancaster House after a visit by French senators. He rebutted Hermann von Bethmann-Hollweg’s peace terms, arguing Britain and France entered war to defend sovereignty, not destroy Germany. He called for postwar negotiation free of military rule.
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London
Lancaster House
Asquith
Herman
von Bethmann Hullweg
Germany
Pedee
Ase
Great Britain
France
Europe
Pristia
Pele
Republican convention set for Montpelier May 26
Burlington April 11 The Vermont Republican state committee decided to hold the state convention at Montpelier city hall on May 26 to elect four delegates and four alternates to the Republican national convention. Primary caucuses will be May 10 to choose town and city delegates, with discussions on the new primary law and efforts to ensure fair expression of Republican wishes without endorsing any candidate.
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Burlington
Montpelier City Hall
Republican State Committee
Vermont
Shoul
Wilson
J. B. Searles
St. Johnsbury
SB. Waite
Hyde Park
Stanley (. Wilson
Chelsea
Earle R. Kinsley
Rutland
Guy W. Bailey
Essex Junction
Bailey
Alarm Eases as Daybreak Brings Calm to Columbus New Mexico
Columbus New Mexico April 11 relief spread after a night of alarm rumors though some residents remained uneasy. Deputy Sheriff Tusley requested militiamen be sent to bolster border security while regular troops were placed on standby to handle any repeat raid. Local authorities urged calm despite lingering fears of further trouble.
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Columbus
N. M
Tusley
El Paso Arrests Sweep Mexican Political Circle
El Paso on April 1 reports Bifego Baca a renowned southwest lawyer and former Socorro district attorney was arrested in connection with General Salacar’s border escape. Also detained were General Saragoso and General Careveo, tied to Felix Diaz interests. The raids followed claims related to gun running, neutrality violations, and a Sonora revolutionary attempt. Baca had previously represented Salar at trials and was acquitted. Salcar reportedly escaped from Albuquerque jail after a prior arrest.
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el Paso
Tex
Bifego Baca
Southwest
Socorro
N. M
Tampico
Huerta
Vera Cruz
Careveo
Ororco
Felix Diaz
T! Naezat
Raca
Salar
Int Jler
Salcar
Albuquerque
Sonora
Baca
Lter
American Woolen Raises Wages in New England and New York
Boston reports a 10 percent wage raise effective April 17 by the American Woolen company. About 26,000 employees in New England and New York will gain, with expectations of similar increases in other textile industries.
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New England
New York
Boston
American Woolen Company
Self-Defense Proved in Mendom Assault Trial Rutland
Calvin A. Rion of Mendom was acquitted by a Rutland county jury after admitting stabbing John McLaughlin in self defense at his home. The court heard prosecution and defense statements as Rion sought probation while becoming an alibi witness against Joseph Martin. George Warren of Fair Haven pleaded guilty to receiving stolen goods linked to recent Center Rutland robberies.
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Rutland
Calvin A. Rion
Mendom
Tris
Futland
Jon
John McLaughlin
Rick
George Warren
Fair Haven
Theryne
Center
Boode
V. Poulin
P. M Phelps
Faith Haven
Joseph Martin
Dentes Insults to Flag in Net York Address
In Washington Irving High School, Net York, April 11, 1919, Pennsylvania labor leader and state legislator alleged to have denounced the flag and flag burning in a speech. He claimed his remarks referred to the constabulary and funeral service context, sparking local controversy.
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Act of Pennsylvania Constabulary
Pennsylvania State Federation of Labor
Washington Irving
Net
York
Pennsylvania
Coal
Fiugewes
Maurer Ideclaves
Contest Withdrawn In Probate Of Danial Greaney Will
A contested probate hearing faded after Nel Beney withdrew as contestant in the will of Daniel Greaney. The proceeding involved Beary Collin and Ibert Reopenid as parties while the court certified the matter to the probate court for the estate’s further handling.
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Wineoski
Rumiy
Mis Nelbeney
Daniel Grearey
Collin Et al
Ibert
Mantel Greaney
Villa falls and defeats in sight says Gavira
General Gavira, Carrancista commander at Juarez, says de facto forces can seize Villa if Amarkan troops withdraw. He asserts the expeditionary army will press the Villa bands as soon as the regime can reach them. He claims Villa has smaller numbers and fewer supporters now, and survives only through luck or a miracle.
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EL Daas
Tex
Gabriel Gavira
Carranea
Juarez
Amarkentt
Gavira
Hagh B. Scott
Villa
Career ended by bullet in Chicago hotel tragedy
Neby Apeil M Min Jen F Howard, daughter of Michwal fate son, a wealthy tree marinfactarer of Chic eagy, and wife of Joseph Howand, actor and writer of popular songe, committed witicide by shooting at a tocel hotel last night. An actress acquaintance Who wan with her at the time alt Mea, Hewat temporarily demented Chicago. April II Mire Joseph How sr whirrmeriltest stabehder ak Pimalia est eae ee the sete. I pied many columns in Cleinage wwe Oreges, hy ea Witherpone. name ef the Civiststione the Hewatort buat een rut oe the nreepepers nevers! years at her seonet maine to Howend.
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Neby Apeil
M—Min Jen F. Howard
Michwal Fate
Chiceagy
Joseph Howand
Tocel
Hewat
Chicago
Joseph How
Rumor of Villa Death Circulates in Washington
Unconfirmed reports in Washington claim Mexican bandit leader Pancho Villa may be dead. Carranza officials noted no confirmation, citing dispatches from the war end state departments and rumors of Villa's recent injury and impaired condition after a hurried flight.
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Washington, D.C
Villa
Touay
Quertars
Road Work Meeting in Montpelier for Vermont Highways
Washington county road officials met in Montpelier to hear Highway Commissioner Bates discuss road building. He urged wooden guard rails, robust bridges and culverts, cement culverts, and better drainage. Lively talks followed with local officials and a luncheon at the Pavilion Hotel.
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Washington County
Metoria
Montpelier
Stoddard Bates
Derby
R.S. Corrier
Barre
Mestpelier Board of Trade
J. BR. Estee
Lawrence A. Kelly
Vermont
Vermont Automobile Association
Lester H. Greene
Pavilion Hotel
Fortis Abbott
Washington County Farmers’ Assacnation
K. J. Cleaves
The
Automobile Club
Major Boutwell
H. D. Hopkine
A. F. Hawes
Bates
German reply on Sussex and other ships delivered
The German government’s response to U S inquiries about the Sussex and four other vessels was delivered to the American embassy in Berlin via London. President Wilson and his cabinet met without decisive information and agreed to continue gathering evidence on the broader submarine issue, despite Germany’s disclaimer of responsibility for the Sussex.
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Berlin
London
Sussex
Washington, D.C
Wilson
Lansing
British Steamship Ellaston Believed Sunk After Attack
Lloyds reports the British steamship Ellaston believed sunk after a mine attack near Seilly Island last week. The unarmed Ellaxton portion of the crew is reported saved. Dutch steamer Biundijk, attacked mine off Seilly, beached with cargo damaged by water.
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London
Lloyds
Ellaston
Biindijk
Seilly Island
Verdict awards $1 074 to N W Van Cleve in contract case
Burlington April 11 A county court verdict awards plaintiff N W Van Cleve $1 074 plus costs after a breach of contract with Eastern Fruit and Nut Co over a Grand Isle fruit farm. The defense alleges fraud and plans to seek Supreme Court review. Foreman A F Hunt led the jury.
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N. W. van Cleve
Burlington
NLCW
Veen Cleve Te
Eastern Fruit and Nut Company
Cass
Supreme Court Fom
Thia Wan
Grandele
Stanton
A. F. Hunt
Hinesburg
Former Barre Resident William Davidson Dies at 76
Northfield Falls mourns William Davidson, a Ware granite cutter who recently lived in Barre County. He died after months of ill health, survived by his wife, three children, his father, and siblings. Born in Peterhead Scotland in 1870s, he learned the trade there before moving to Barre area. Interment planned in Barre cemetery with burial in family plot.
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Barre
Northfield Falls
William Davidean
Davidson
John Emelie
Sisse Alice Tavidson
Maree
Thomas Davideen
George Devuleon
Ami Edward Davies
Mgvidteen Wan Tern
Teterhead
Scotland
Almerica
Marre
Speakers From The Front Address Vermont Dental Society
Front line speakers will address the Vermont State Dental Society in Burlington. The event notes the 400 annual meeting to be held at Van Ness theatre Wednesday through Thursday, with retirees starting. Harvard University guests He, Stemi, and Cunlienen share experiences from the front in France.
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Vermont
Burlington
Huerlingrtens
Apeit U
Mertig
Vermont State Avental
Weetyoedny
Suman
Stemi
Cunlienen
Harvard Anit
Ascended 14 800 Feet by solitary climber
A lone climber reportedly reached 14 800 feet in a difficult ascent described as a solitary effort. The report notes the feat occurred during a challenging expedition with emphasis on endurance and risk. No injuries or official acknowledgments are listed.
Crossing Cemented Siding for Barre Power Plant Link
Barre and Chelsea Railroad gets public approval to lay a cement bound crossing over a highway between Graniteville and Impper niteville to serve Boutwell Milne & Varnum's new Barre quarry power plant, with safeguards and a dogman requirement. The commission also grants Waterbury Light & Power permission to sell its franchise to Montpelier & Barre Light & Power, with conditions covering mortgages and legal obligations. Miner orders project work near St Johnsbury to widen the river crossing and extend tracks along the east shore.
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Barre & Chelsea Railroad Company
Varmont Public Service Commission
Graniteville
Impperniteville
Koutwell, Milne & Varnum Company
Barre
Publi Service Commission
Boutwell, Milne & Varnum Company
Ite
Marre & Chelsea Railroad
Boutwell Station
Iensiteville
Public Service Commission Alsc
Waterbury Light & Power Company
Multipetier & Barre Light & Mower Company
Waterbury
Waterbury Company
Montpeller & Barre Light & Power Company
Montpeller & Barre Light & Powey
Montpelier & Parte Tight & Thewer Company
Tin Montpelier & Barre Light & Power Company
Ssa
St. Johnsbury
Maine
Shila
Pasorepale
St. Jabmotaire
Remeneehie
St. Hentevey
Saltatile
Redmond
Farewell reception for Rev and Mrs Newell at Barre church
A large Barre crowd gathered for a farewell reception honoring retiring pastor Rev. and Mrs. E. B. Newell of the teading M. E. church. Speakers praised the couple’s faithful service, presented gifts, and wished them success at their New England conference assignment. The event featured musical selections, a portrait gift, and a supper hosted by church volunteers. The Newells depart for Worcester, Mass, for the conference, with Mrs Newell planning to visit Centerville after.
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Teading M. ER
BF. Newell
Julies
Ane Drews
Glenn Carpenter
Eugeny
Glysson
Newell
Newells
J. B. Reardon
Universalist Church
Ministers’ Union
Reardon
Mise Burleigh
Deaconess
W. M. Shaw
Trinity M. E
Montpelier
Vermont
Spon
Mr. Newell
Davia
North Barre
RK. C
Skinner
Barre
L. Fd Martin
Wallace
Bite Self
Spence
New England
Hisself
East Havre
E. M. Lyon
B.r. Dewis
Alice Parcham
Powers
J. H. Johnson
Ray Waterman
W. Scott
Rey
Worcester
Mass
New England Methodist Conference
Centerville
Cape
Thrugh
Mra Newet
Therm
Cobble Hill School Closes Amid Scarlet Fever Concerns
Cobble Hill School on Cobble Mil Kare Town suspended sessions last week to curb scarlet fever spread. Dr KU Malley Barry Town health officer said cases appeared in families with students, making reopening unlikely for now. Ventilation and cleaning measures underway as authorities report several exposures and ongoing monitoring.
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Kare
Ku, Malley
Barry Town
Oliver
Norwich in Triple Tie at Weekend Meet
Unclear OCR text implies Norwich involved in a triple tie event with Wastingtom and DCC during a weekend meeting. Mentions Michigan and Wisconsin style references, noting looming Saturday competitions and possible league or conference context. Names and details are garbled, but there is emphasis on a tied result and upcoming events.
Witnesses Testify In Cross V. Rich Case In Washington County
Miss Evelyn Brown testified about the August automobile accident noting the car crossed the road edge and the engine skipped. Russell Allen described the car’s driving, front wheels leaving the highway and brakes, while Dr W B Mayo joined on the morning call.
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Russell Allen
Seth
Rieh Va
George H. Cross
Washington
Allen
Crees
Evelyn Brown
Francis O'Brien
Kingsbury House
Mr. Cross
Mrs. Green
Misa Trews
W. B. Mayo
Northfield
Hand Polishing Clash Delays Local Factory Labor Pact
Quiney and Muse report widening chasm between manufacturers and polishers amid a strike, with no agreement on hand polishing terms after meetings. Leaders from both sides met but adjourned without resolve, while talks on machine polishing progress.
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Quiney
Muse
Wis
Toans
Binse Deckiel
Polbelinns
Mnyene
Thei Weber
Mapulacaerets
Somnittes
Willam Sevden
Robert Miers
William Deoren
Ane Alay
Fragmentary New York Notice on Amvijed Pistimnaton and Plot
Fragmented OCR text describes unclear references to New York and Amvijed pistimnaton. Mentions Mira Kloten Vi Me ASHI and U S government. Content is garbled with no clear events, dates, or identifiable entities beyond scattered names.
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New York
Plti
Leo P
United States
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Berita
Finas
Call
E. Baca
Calvin A. Rich
Greaney
Will
Joseph E. Howard
U. S
William Davidson
Ned
W Solithary
Caulerder
Marvart
Haughton
Public Service Commission
Boutwell, Milne & Varmum’s
E. ¥. Newell
Cobble Hill
Norwich
Przfeet Seve
Wastingtom
Dcc
Michigan
Evelyn & On
Quincy
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