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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1920
Page
1
In New York and Chicago today the grand lodge officers directors and trustees of the outlaw union refused to resume work without further concessions. They reiterated earlier demands and added new ones, warning there will be no return while members face discrimination.
Chicago April 1 Strike leaders arrested for treason and expected to leave their unions. Freight movement grows in control Western states see higher volumes while traffic improves overall. Railroads lift freight embargoes as workers return. far western states report limited disruption. California shipments risk spoilage due to halted train service.
New York reports April 17 strike actions as railroad managers set period to open talks for wage increases. The Amalgamated and Allied unions push for higher pay, while commuters fear delays. Authorities pledge to enforce orderly operations amid possible walkouts.
Train service data indicate mail trains are returning to normal schedules after disruptions. Officials note resumed punctuality and stable departures across routes, with carriers estimating standard frequency and reliability in coming days.
At a special meeting of the Baltimore & Ohio passenger trainmen with J A Nee as chairman, workers voted to resume duties at noon restoring passenger traffic. Officials said the move would bring back several hundred on strike and restore normal service. Activity appeared across collieries and railroads with passenger service reported normal and coal cars rushing to mines.
Detroit on April 17 reports continued strike action in the Detroit district as workers idle due to freight tie ups. The Packard Motor Car Company plant plans to close, compounding factory stoppages and extending the disruption across the area.
Railroad workers in southern Austria have struck, and a powered strike by railroad and transportation employees at Belgrade has interrupted traffic in Serbia.
In Madi on April 1 a riot among workers left fifteen dead and many wounded. Authorities regained order after the disturbance at Ave Tertius station where the clash occurred.
In Prague the criminal court sentenced Baron Joachin Albert, Baron Yoo Plater, and Mele Hohenlohe Lannenterg for attacking members of a French commission at the Ernits. They received fines in marks after testimony and security patrols scanned spectators.
A garbled report notes the American steamer Bellemin was aground at La Seyne sur Mer harbor and later towed toward Toulon. The accompanying details mention a date in April and a subsequent transfer of crew or cargo, with unclear timing and sequence of events.
In Cork Ireland April 17 charges of wilful murder were brought against Premier Lloyd George. The inquest into Mayor MacCurtain’s death found the late lord mayor died from shock and bullet wounds, murder organized by the Royal Irish Constabulary and officially directed by the British government. The verdict named Lloyd George, Lord Lansdowne, Diin MacPherson, and several R I C officers among those charged.
Berlin April 16. Finance minister Wirth warned the nation that Germany could slide into a severe crisis within a year unless living practices change. Former defense minister Nowke echoed fears of rising wage demands and expanding railway deficits, predicting a deficit of at least twelve billion marks and a looming debacle if the public remains insolvent and frugal.
San Remo Italy April 7 The Associated Press reports the United States status at the allied conference opening Monday remains unresolved. Questions center on whether an American delegate or observer will attend as Italy’s Premier Nit proposes German and American representatives clarify their roles.
An April inquest in Quincy into the killing of Paymaster Frederic A. Parmenter and guard Alessandro Barredelli, of the Slater Morrell firm, seeks clues to the five bandits who looted $20,000. Twenty five witnesses testified as authorities pursue descriptions of the robbers amid scarce leads including a speeding car on the Taunton turnpike.
New scheduling notes report April 17 as many steamers sail for Europe with over 3,500 cabins filled in the rush. Demand for first and second cabin space is unprecedented as British, French, and American lines sell nearly every available berthing through August and into September. Constrained passenger flow follows Holland America strike and repairs delaying the Oceanic and Olympic class ships, while prewar Atlantic routes gradually resume under new ownership.
San Francisco editors to wear overalls during working hours starting day. In Vancouver an overall league is formed. Salem Oregon post office workers except carriers wore overalls today and carriers asked postal authorities in Washington for permission to drop uniforms for clothes like coworkers.
Rowton April 17 74 runners from the east and middle west entered today for the Boston Athletic Association marathon from Oakland to Rowton. Marking its 24th annual reviewal the event serves as the official try out for America Olympic long distance team. Entrants include former winners and Peter TriVoliday of New York born on the plains of Marathon. Participants listed Henry Kanto Chester Mase Clovis Hourdelais Brockton Maes Joseph Clement Framingham Tom Deverau Greenfield James Henigan Boston Willie Kytonen New York Millard Estey Hopkinton Carl W A Linder Quincy Tomy Lilley Hoston Edward Denathan Fitchburg Henry Kujala Worcester J Cyril Taylor New Bedford.
Boston on April 17 police detained three men whose car carried 40 new suits marked Style Shop New Haven. The men gave names Jacob Goldberg Morrie Friedman and Charles worded that the clothing was given them at Providence HK last night.
Schenectady NY April 11 The International General Electric announces a 200 contract for electrifying a steam railroad spur along a 76 mile stretch between two points on the Panama Brasil line plus 16 more miles later. Electric operation expected to begin in July. Locomotives for the project to be built at Erie Pennsylvania.
New Bedford April 17 strike by loafers outages spread to all city mills after notices circulated. Nashawann and Tassie mills not affected. Union reports allied lodges in Hathaway, Pompak and Whitman joining forces with strikers. A Fall River meeting set to decide support for New Bedford workers amid ongoing plant talks. Next loafers’ alliance meeting scheduled Monday morning.
A San Remo report circulated that the allied conference may seek immediate admission of Germany to the League of Nations. Local observers deem this highly improbable, noting the league's rules require existing members meeting certain conditions. The matter remains unsettled amid ongoing diplomacy.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe ship sales in New York with references to multiple steamship lines and Atlantic lines. The text mentions a sale of vessels and mentions the seller or broker Wile. Details are incomplete and unclear.
Fragmentary text describes American workers amid turmoil in Angora and Asiatic Turkey. References to Kemal and Allied forces are fragmented, with unclear sequence and missing details.
A partial, garbled report notes rejection of a request by Mexican troops to cross into American territory. The fragment references Washington and dated items, with unclear names and roles amid a broader and uncertain military permission dispute.
An April incident on Main Street ended with a rapid draw and a single discharge after Khaw fired at a man who appeared to flee toward the bakery rear. Darkness and confusion followed as witnesses described a tense pursuit and subsequent police action.
A garbled OCR account describes a Montpelier city hall scene. It mentions a bronze pistion of phere Darling and references votes, women’s roles, and a mysterious morning gathering. Details are unreadable but imply a formal council or committee proceeding with uncertain outcomes.
A fragmentary dispatch notes Romania purchasing engines amid unclear details. The text mentions an unidentified contact or source and references Lemencine and numbers, but specifics are unreadable. The item reads as a terse wire with partial figures and names, lacking coherent context or dates.
Massachusetts Attorney General J Weston Allen ruled that women may not vote in the state until the state constitution is amended or Congress enacts federal suffrage legislation. The opinion states ratification alone does not grant voting rights and that suffrage requires state action or federal law, addressing April 27 primaries after the state’s ratification.
The Vermont public service commission found the March 14 crash that killed five crew members and five passengers resulted from carelessness by the freight train conductor and engineer and by the Gussett’s station agent. Engineer George Cady died in the wreck. Conductor Charles T. Phillips and station agent Elmer A. Spafford were identified. The inquiry noted ambiguous handwriting on an order and linked the accident to combined carelessness and negligence of extra No. 2 crew in failing to stop or pass correctly.
Washington April 17.41 officials report the United States will not be represented at the San Remo peace conference. The State Department confirms no delegation will attend, marking the first formal U.S. absence since Secretary Polk departed last December.
Washington dispatch states John Reed, an American magazine writer, was not executed as reported and remains jailed in Ale. The April 7 report clarified Reed’s status, noting he is alive and in custody.
A garbled report indicates Ambassador Johnson, referred to as Doe, aimed to reach Rome by nightfall with aides Kem and Robert Uederweed Tokoeee. The group reportedly planned travel through northern Italy amid a broad strike disrupting regional transit and government duties.
Supporters filed with the Vermont secretary of state to place Henry Ford on the Democratic ticket but his assent was not filed, raising doubt about ballot placement. No other Democratic filings were reported. Herbert Hoover had not assented to a Republican filing, so his name would not appear. Leonard L Wood and William Grant Webster filed as Republicans.
The 224 anniversary convert and dance of the Ladies Auxiliary of Clan Gordon drew nearly 600 attendees including ex service members and family. A varied program featured vocal solos, readings, dances by the Naughton Sisters, bagpipe accompaniment, a grand march, and a long evening of dancing with Gilbertson's orchestra. Intermission served luncheon refreshments and the event honored the auxiliary's founding with thanks to officers and the amusement committee.
About 200 attended the Grane site lode annual communication with officers elected at the outset. A report praised a successful year as the Eastern Star served a baked spaghetti meal after the business session. The program featured tunes, songs, readings, and selections by various members in an orderly, festive gathering.
Byron B. Jackson a farmer long associated with Barre and Montpelier area died at his Highland Avenue home after a bed rest injury led to a fatal hemorrhage. Born in Woolory, he moved to Barre young, worked as a stonemason and later as a planer in local shops, living 21 years in age and leaving a legacy tied to family property and community service.
Ad. McHugo Jr a brakeman for Barre & Chelsea RR was crushed when a lead car derailed near Graniteville this forenoon. He died minutes after being freed as two cars of grout were pushed along by the engine. His father was the train engineer. He was 25, recently served in the engineers corps, and was engaged to be married.
The jury awarded Jennie Syne ve Ray itcher one thousand three hundred fifty dollars in a note value and interest. Simon Sword ve Harlow Folco foreclosure on village water lines will be heard May 4 with court recess till April 27. Nancy Giwon ve Hubert D. Tijlman divorce heard Friday afternoon on intolerable severity with testimony noted. A woman described as well educated, related letters show reference to her education and a New York background. The article mentions a veteran’s death, a spouse’s departure for Fremantae, and military stationing in town with protests and delays.
A fragmented item notes liquor sellers in Bay State eyeing changes and potential licensing shifts. It mentions debates over age limits and beer sales with references to May 1 as a key date in the discussion.
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