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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
1
London observers and foreign diplomats express undisguised anxiety as Bolsheviki approach Warsaw. The situation is said to be as grave as August 1914, reflecting deep concern about Russian and Polish developments and the potential impact on Europe.
British officials face anxiety over the Russo Polish situation as Soviet armies push toward Warsaw at a six mile daily rate. Poles retake Brody, a Russian advance is checked near Radzively, and American Kosciusko squadron forces engage near Miklase with heavy Bolshevik losses. Munitions from Britain arrive. French officers bolster Polish HQ as talks hint at delaying armistice. US Legion sends anniversary messages praising Britain and the Anglo American alliance.
A prominent speech urges Tennessee leaders and voters to balance party loyalty with national duty. The address emphasizes service, unity, and preserving constitutional norms amid partisan tensions. It references state politics, public service ideals, and calls for responsible governance by elected officials.
Belfast reports a peace proposal tying Irish independence to international guarantees in a Sinn Fein government deal. An intermediary, once with a known firm, forwarded the plan to Premier Lloyd George for direct talks. The report notes emphasis on safeguarding British imperial interests through a peace treaty.
London dispatch reports British officials pressuring Russian leaders to accept the proposed armistice with Poland. The message, relayed to Premier Lloyd George and party leaders, stresses immediate adherence to the plan amid ongoing Allied diplomacy before Parliament.
The naval tank Steamer Brazos, after a fuel air speed test in standard and full power, departed Rockland Aug for a six hour fuel consumption test at Wi knots. The torpedo boat destroyer Pruett, launched at Bath, will start official trials here on Aug 17.
Government forces are to be sent to Lower California to suppress Esteban Cantu's insurrection. Troops mobilizing at Guaymas and Puerto Isabel in Sonora and other ports, with General P Elias Calles noting the mobilized men will not exceed 1000 and many are saloon keepers and gamblers.
Five robbers entered the Lenox Turkish baths in New York, held up five attendants, and escaped with about $10000 in valuables as police began investigations. The incident occurred in August, with initial reports detailing the break in and losses. Authorities are reviewing surveillance and witness statements to identify suspects.
San Diego report says Captain Le Le Cepeda commander of the Mexican federal armed yacht Tecate was killed in Ensenada by a Canty faction firing on him during patrol duties in Lower California waters. The Newark officers forwarded the details after receiving reports yesterday.
Population figures released show Providence RT population at 297 AMS with a 13,208 rise, a 20 percent increase. Multenmath County including Portland totals 275,806, up 49,017 or 18 percent, highlighting regional growth trends.
An unclear report notes a vessel aground on the African coast near Miers with mentors and the Macy Paleer referenced. Details are fragmented but indicate grounding near Galveston on May 30 and involve several named figures in the shipment.
London reports Premier Lloyd George told a rich deputation that Irish unionists show growing support for broad self government. The group denounces the Irish Crimes Bill and favors a unified all-Ireland scheme with Ulster treated by agreement while offering a constituent assembly elected by proportional representation.
London reports Premier Lined George faced a question in the House of Commons about Archbishop Mannix from Australia on his planned arrival. Government officials indicated he would not be allowed to land in Ireland, with steps to enforce the decision deemed necessary.
Armenian forces repelled attacks in the Chaour region and captured the city of Guero after fighting in disputed Armenia Acerbefidian regions. Nouri Pasha, brother of a high official, seeks to rally forces to oppose the Armenians.
A mixed American athletic delegation was formed including gymnasts and officials for the Antwerp events. The group was led by Lemurt, with Galen in charge of the party. Members include several amateur athletes destined for the U S army program and flagging weather considerations for travel.
Fragmentary report notes a discussion in Montpelier about preserving a camp fee and related measures. It mentions the “Ver eseat Settee” and a meeting planned for Saturday, with unclear details and several garbled terms.
Oklahoma City August reports Rep resentative Scott Ferris leading early today over Thomas Gore for the U S Senate renomination in Tupeday primary, while Gore's headquarters refuse to concede. Harreld of Chicago City leads Cul Jean of Ket in the Republican nomination race amid ongoing counts.
Dayton dispatch reports Governor Con, the Democratic nominee, under pressure to finalize details after Saturday’s events. Party leaders including White and Senator Harrie were en route for preconferences, as Con vows an offensive campaign and an acceptance speech aimed to be understood by all.
In incomplete returns from Mt Vernon and St Louis count ies Breckinridge Lane holds a lead over Ket son ter the Democratic senatorial nomine as results continue to drift in from the Whumpffieiel district. Republican Speer party officials expect a tight finish with Breckinridge Lane favored to win.
In Boston on August 5 Charles Ponzi noteholders crowd Pi Alley for the Securities Exchange’s re opening. Only about fifty noteholders appeared for 60 percent interest in 90 days amid reluctance to sell to speculators at a discount. Early in the run, speculators bought notes at about 10 percent off and cashed them in, with one claiming a $14,000 profit in a single day.
Lexington Kentucky August 6. Hundreds of farmers and county officers armed with guns ropes and pitchforks search Madison Jessamine and Fayette counties for Bulford a 28 year old mulatto accused of assaulting 16 year old Mrs. Charles Saucers of Valley View Madison County one mile from Lexington.
A 1000 pound safe stolen from Levin and furnishing store July 20 was found near Graton New York. The safe had a dynamite blowout and was rolled into a brook. papers were wet but mostly intact. Less than $50 was inside. An automobile truck backed into an alley, a window was pried open, and the safe loaded onto the truck.
A crowded notes page records Frank Jennings from Boston visiting for business. The Spaulding house on Abbott avenue is sold to Wil. Mam Innis. Local residents return from Rutland with updates on family trips. A lawn party is planned at Mrs. Waterman’s on Orange Street Friday afternoon. Several residents and visitors are mentioned visiting, traveling, or warning motorists. The piece blends brief social items with misread spellings and scattered names from the town.
Police investigate after vandals opened the grave of Casper Izert in Holy Cross cemetery and severed the head, with the head carried away. The body dates from October 12, 1912, and authorities seek to identify the culprits while noting the casket of Izert’s wife was pried but untouched.
FW Babbitt of Bellows Falls becomes the first candidate to file governor primary petitions with the secretary of state. He submitted over 1500 signatures while several rivals filed partial petitions. Attorney General Frank C. Archibald visited the secretary’s office to obtain blanks, noting the filing date’s unusual timing and hints of possible opposition to re election.
Mrs Hy Dodge of Swampscott Massachusetts and her daughter stayed at the Avenue hotel in St Johnsbury yesterday and reported a diamond pendant valued at $1000 missing from a envelope in her bag. A faulty mail search traced the envelope to the Woolworth store where it was found after the envelope had been tampered with and swept up.
New York August 3 Alain Preeman of Revebank Staten Ueland is dead and his brother-in-law Tsar Hot Imek is hospitalized with fatal wounds from a wartime conflict. Detwern the ta wh were Hitler professionals accuse others of deceiving customers.
Phyllis Lake, Tear chd daughter of Mr and Mrs Pt Jake of St Albers, left home early Tuesday while family slept. Parents say there was no reason for her departure. she may have sought work. Described as five feet tall with dark hair, wearing a grey coat, patent feather Pett end fight pik cloth hat with velvet rim.
Several companies disclose planned capital actions. Reynolds Company of Burlington notes a certificate amendment indicating a decrease from 180,000. others including Kelad Taylor of Bratiletero and New England Take Manufacturing of Pesieed report adjustments tied to capitalization.
A hay soaked by fog blew onto a high voltage line near the Libby farm between West Berlin and Northfield, burning a wire and breaking insulators. The outage cut 3,000 kilowatts to Barre and 500 kilowatts to Montpelier. Inspectors found further insulation damage at Wesley Child farm in Middlesex. Service restored by 6:00 a.m.
Retin Miles of Burlington was arrested by Montpelier Police Chief Connolly yesterday afternoon after a crash with James M. Boutwell of Montpelier near West Berlin. Miles faces a reckless driving charge. Bail of 600 was posted by Charles Kingsbury for Miles’s appearance. Boutwell’s suit claimed damages of 500.
Harry A. Black secretary of state suspended the operator license of Sol Simon Seckel of Newport for 20 days after a collision near Newport where he failed to report the accident. Curthe Parmer of Wolpott reports a collision with an automobile on the long bridge in Hel Jon’s Falle. HA Blanchard of Wond stock and F A Walker of St Johnsbury have asked for blanks to report accidents.
The funeral for James Rae, who died after months of illness, was held yesterday afternoon at 2 o clock. Rev. Frank Blomfield of Ber Ber Congregational church officiated the prayer service at the home and the remains were laid to rest in the family plot. Attendees included granite cutters and lane men from Clan Cordon. Flowers were sent as expressions of esteem.
An incident at a Ryregete plant left laborer Keet Reegate dead after a 10 foot fall from a post. Authorities investigate. brother and sister reportedly reside somewhere in New England.
Incomplete OCR reads as a legal note from Orford Maine dated Aug 5 mentioning Willie and Dans, a motorized or maritime reference, and a summons to a beach event with dense garbled names and dates. The text is partially unreadable, with several proper nouns and locations unclear.
Mr and Mrs Richard Raymond and their infant Jean of South Main Street were in a Ford when the vehicle swerved and fell 800 feet into the White River near Willis Howard farm, killing the baby instantly and injuring Mrs Raymond. Raymond escaped with facial cuts and bruises, while help arrived to free the victims. The crash may have been caused by steering problems as the car rolled three times and landed at the riverbank.
Miss Helen Daniels of East Montpelier underwent appendectomy at Barre City Hospital. Miss Mae Dale resumes work. Lonice Capanari of Bank Street on two weeks’ Woolworth vacation with friends at Woodbury Pond. Mr and Mrs H Messer and Amherst guests drive through White Mountains for pleasure. Mrs T G McCarthy of South Main Street visits daughter in New Haven for two weeks. joined in Montpelier by niece Johanna McCarthy. Miss Bessie Morrison, student nurse at Newport Hospital, vacationed with Mrs Christing McKenzie in Graniteville, returns to duties. Faroe Farson, from Exton Glove Shop in Montreal, returns home to Lanret Street, ill under nurse care. Robert Imtah of A Tomasi Mock I arrested for furnishing liquor. arraignment expected today. Thomas Carroll arrives to attend National Retail Monumental Dealers’ convention in St. Louis next week. Two Dodge cars collide at Seminary and North Main. minor damage. Granite cutters leave sheds to attend baseball game between Kern Colored Giants and Montpelier team. Giants not yet defended in state. Ward reports abduction of John Robertson’s sister and family. delays in transportation noted. Arrival of Mr and Mrs John Miller and family from New York for Barre visit. extended to Sunday.
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