24 Apr 1914
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1914
Page
1
Rebel leader Carranza warns of coming conflict as U S forces position along the Mexican border. Significant movement of land troops signals readiness to engage if hostilities with Huerta escalate and Carranza opts to fight.
Report states additional land troops are being moved toward Vera Cruz Huerta as Marines and warships remain in the area. The piece notes the United States plans to press its presence and implies a potential assault on the city amid ongoing tensions.
Washington dispatch reports Villa wishes to salute you affectionately and asks no anxiety. A cable from The Pan-American Union notes 300 federals 10 miles outside Vera Cruz with 5,000 men at Soledad. Passports are reported exchanged as officials move.
Vera Cruz reports describe American and bluejackets extending a five mile cordon around the town, with outposts toward Tejar water works and Marines securing lines into the city. Washington debates the Mexican crisis as Carranza's stance shapes U S action. Galveston transports carry forces under Major General Wood to Vera Cruz amid embargo shifts and refugee handling.
A brief note outlines a relief effort to aid Mexicans around Vera Cruz, describing the call for donations and support to assist civilians amid the region's turmoil. The item emphasizes humanitarian aid and community response without detailing organizers or exact figures.
Washington April 24 Nelson Sloughnessy the American left see in Tor Vera Crug last night escorted by General Auerta staff. A telegram from OShaughnessy to the navy department asks permission for a special train to enter Vera Cruz with Mexican troops and for escort terms. Admiral Fletcher will send a chief of staff to meet OShaughnessy and Mexican officials en route from Mexico City despite possible obstacles.
Washington April 24 Secretary Daniels announced the creation of a special service squadron for the east coast of Mexico. Rear Admiral Cameron Winslow will command the force, which includes the battleships New York and Texas, armored cruisers Washington and Montana, and smaller vessels. The squadron, to sail from New York, is intended for blockade and in shore duties with ships ranging from battleships to small gunboats.
Con co id N Hy April 24 Mrs Miles Bay mourns her son Rufus B Percy born June 9 1801 Highgate Center Vermont who died of wounds from Vera Cruz while serving in the United States Marine Corps since January 1911 he served on ships in Cuban waters Panama and Central and South America and expressed his mother’s pride in being a patriot.
Telegraphic advices from American Consul Guyant report anti American rioting at Enen dda with three federals and locals attacking Americans. The monitor Cheyenne stationed in San Diego will move to the Mexican city promptly. Madrid reports Spain’s King Attonis is open to acting as mediator if both sides agree.
Guernsey cattle breeders from across Vermont formed the Vermont Guernsey Breeders association at the Pavilion hotel in Montpelier. Col Herbert T Johnson was elected president with Elbert Tonney as vice president and Mark Moody as secretary treasurer.
Several Batre party disputes heard in chancery court at Mont Sag with cases involving Granite and Empire quarry interests. Judge Slack reserved decision on a petition seeking a receiver to sell property and address claims, while alimony and support orders were resolved in related matters.
Burlington reports the death of Hamell Hammell, 34, a Munn Al Harvester Co. representative, at Mary Fletcher Hospital after a ten day illness linked to endocarditis from a head injury. He was unmarried, survived by parents and siblings, and burial is planned in Martens, New York. He previously suffered a severe nosebleed after striking his forehead on a train entry in Montpelier.
St Albans April 24 Upset schedule changes on the Central Vermont effective May 3 affect travelers. Southbound Train No 18 is discontinued while new No 4 runs weekdays at 4 p.m. local to White River Junction. No 10 adds sleeper Montreal to Boston. No 6 shifts to 11:48 p.m. ex and halts only at Montpelier, Fayet, and Hier Junction for the branch.
Duxbury widow Apiah A William Richanle died this morning at her home on the Maretown road after a long illness. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sameel Deavitt and a longtime resident of Duxbury. Survived by husband and two daughters, Miss Jensen of New York state and Miss Ethel at home. Funeral set for this afternoon at one, with interment in Prime cemetery in Duxbury. Weather: increasing cloudiness, warmer interior, moderate shifting winds.
Hardwick April 24 Vermont Methodist conference elected five elders including Orlo B. Barnard Albany Harmon Hi Dorsey West Berkshire Glens W Douglass Glover and George H Lock Sheldon Rev H G Howard of Walden tapped as temperance agent to press statewide prohibition. Forthright reports praise temperance drive and Montpelier Seminary funding efforts.
The article recalls a school program with organ, vocal solos, a male quartet, readings and exhibitions of student art. Superintendent Dukeshire reports no deaths last year in parsonage homes changing to mention Rev C D Lance’s appointment and sudden illness and death within two weeks of last year’s conference.
Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Barre announce a packed observance next Monday evening for the ninety fifth anniversary of the Seeing of Indeper Order of Odd Fellows. Dr W N Dryant of Lidiow will be principal speaker with a program of music and literature including Mrs C G Carr Miss Mary Patterson Ur M Lynde George Mackay and Miss Glee Wood. The anniversary committee is Prink W Jackson PG BR Alexander Duncan G F1 and John McDonald Siauatha lodge No 120 LO O F will assist.
Vienna April 24. Emperor Franz Joseph coughed badly during the night but his overall condition remains unchanged according to an official report. Fragments from the dispatch note restlessness in the capital and growing public unrest in Mexico City as reports reached that American troops had landed at Vera Cruz.
Refugees flee Mexico City as mobs chant death to Americans and trample the Stars and Stripes. A train carrying 50 fugitives heads toward Vera Cruz while U S officers prepare to depart. Looting and threats escalate, with American clubs ambushed and windows smashed.
London April 24 The Mexican City correspondent reports a cable from Sir Cecil Rice British ambassador in Washington stating that the British charge Thomas Hobler has started for Vert Crux to meet Admiral Fletcher for negotiations. The aim is a potential peaceful British mediated solution, though some doubt U.S. reception of any such idea.
In Barre a decision will be reached at a special city meeting tonight on exempting the Narre Hotel property from rotation for five years. Supporters argue exemption saves the city more revenue after five years than taxes on a vacant lot, while opponents fear loss of public assets. The result hinges on voters choosing whether to approve the exemption amid heated debate.
The ballot asks residents if they will exempt the proposed New Hotel Property from taxation for five years. The plan envisions a hotel on a vacant lot on Washington Street next to the Aldrich Public Library, starting in 19157.
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