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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1921
Page
1
The reply from De Valera is characterized as neither a rejection nor an acceptance. It is described as more an inquiry, with an answer deemed necessary to facilitate future dealings.
Dublin observers report that Eamonn De Valera’s letter to Prime Minister Lloyd George is neither acceptance nor rejection of Irish peace proposals. It raises questions needing answers and is not seen as breaking off negotiations. No excitement greeted Lloyd George’s Paris return amid Irish discussions.
London reports cast doubt on De Valera's response to British peace proposals. With rumors of a crisis within Irish circles, informed observers suggest the Sinn Fein leader may seek clarifications on specific points before a settlement path. The mood remains cautious amid historic negotiations.
San Franciens Aug 12 reports two suspects, a woman named Dail Mase and a man, connected to the disappearance of Rev. Dr. Patrick Heslin, Catholic priest. Investigators and Justice officials discuss possible leads, with Archibishop Hanna and local detectives pursuing the primary suspect linked by informants to the priest’s vanishing near Wenalatn coast south of San Francisco.
A drowning victim identified as Ethel G Reed of Oak Tree WL New York was swept to death at Ningare Falls on August 14 after a fall from a rock. She underwent an operation but died while being treated and the case is noted as a fatality from the river gorge incident reported Thursday.
Gloversville and Johnstown in Fulton county suffered two hours of complete darkness last night as a flock of blackbirds perched on high tension wires two miles from Gloversville caused a short circuit burning off the lines. Dead birds lay among the fallen wires, cutting power across the region.
In Los Angeles, sheriff’s officers tied to the J Belton Kennedy murder report the discovery of the butt of a twelve gauge shotgun in the Pacific Ocean near Santa Monica. Camper William Wylie found the rusted but bright gun butt on a bench after the surf receded and handed it to a local paper for a reward. A district attorney’s divers had searched nearby for the weapon.
A proposed world speed record was announced after trials in the Solent, with a motorboat reportedly reaching 50 miles an hour. The current record holder Miss America, owned by G. A. Wend of Detroit, allegedly achieved 7585 miles an hour at Detroit last September.
A fragmented report notes a rapid arrival related to English speed, with garbled OCR suggesting a transportation or racing context. No clear date, place, or names are readable. The text hints at a dramatic entry or event in Detroit but lacks concrete details.
In Mason City Iowa last night two planes became entangled about 500 feet up during a practice for upcoming fairs. Ray Kees, a stunt flier, attempted to transfer between aircraft and crashed to the ground, killing Rock and W. W. Johnson, while Flay McWhorters was seriously injured. The trio were practicing for an exhibition at fairs.
Washington Aug 12 More than 200 farms on government reclaimed lands will open to entry by former service men next month. For sixty days after opening only veterans may file, others to be accepted later if any remain unclaimed. The farms lie on the North Platte irrigation project in Wyoming and will open Sept 6, with 57 more on the Shoshone project opening a week later.
Williamstown August 1 9 The government restraint ends unrest as workers seize factories but face limited gains Senator Tittoni of the Tealinn Senate notes that the movement wanes among the people. Italy sees wider labor agitation while capital labor relations press Parliament to act on factories and fields amid ongoing unrest.
Edward R. Stephenson, barber and itinerant preacher, says he killed Very Rev James E. Coyle after a disputed marriage. He described the confrontation at St Paul’s rectory porch and said the priest insulted his daughter Ruth by calling her husband “dirty dog.” Stephenson, called “Marrying Parson,” had a history of performing marriage ceremonies at the county building. He had no regular pastorate and was not ordained. recently he left the Methodist church and affiliated elsewhere.
Washington Aug 12 rail roads report they hold limited coal reserves and plan few immediate purchases as urged by the Interstate Commerce Commission. Bangor and Aroostook line expects 40 000 tons by winter from 25 000 now, a three to four month supply. Maine apple prospects fall due to July drought. New England fruit and vegetable crops show mixed results with onions and peaches below normal while hail and heat affect Connecticut and New England orchards.
Heidelberg reports Earth passed through a comet tail on Aug 5. W W Campbell at Lyck observatory near San Jose observed a bright object Aug 7 brighter than Venus, three degrees east and one south of the sun. Five witnesses saw it. experts think it may be the nucleus of a bright comet, aligning with Germany’s prior report.
Washington Aug 11 The tax revision bill faces further delay as Republican House wage committee members confer with the Senate finance committee over American valuation provisions of the Fordney tariff measure. House consideration paused yesterday. Bacharach of New Jersey renews effort to lower income taxes for single and married filers with net incomes 4000 or less. Proposals include higher exemptions for heads of families and dependents, three year back tax settlement limit, and a potential shift to a graduated manufacturers tax on candy.
Washington officials say University of Pennsylvania trustees may release Major General Leonard Wood from his grave to become provost. If approved Wood would head to the Philippines as governor general after an overseas investigation for President Harding. The university action hinges on trustee consent and congressional authority for the role.
An 18 foot candle memorial is being produced in New York to honor Enrico Caruen. Inmates from an orphan home provided $10,000 for the candle’s dedication. A derrick in the creator’s shop will raise the candle and daily fire will burn for thirteen years and seven months amid the Pompeii Madonna motif.
Masked men assaulted LF Matthews, 20, in a daytime incident on Okie Avenue, according to local police reports. The victim was hospitalized with injuries described as non life threatening. authorities launched an investigation and are reviewing surveillance footage and nearby witnesses.
Mrs. and her father Dr. Qrange T. Harding planned to surprise the daughter with a wedding scheme. A telegraph writer and assistant Mint Ale Severn noted the father’s contemplation of marriage, a detail previously unknown to others.
The Russian federation was rejected for admission by a large majority at Festenlag's session. Resolutions favored strict 48 hour week maintenance while opposition to overtime was noted. A separate note reports weights at birth and mentions several informal wine references, with unclear context.
Collins M Graves of Bennington, a 50 year old lawyer and former state s attorney, postmaster, and Vermont legislator, was named the federal prohibition director for Vermont. The appointment, announced by Commissioner Blair, follows his earlier selection 10 days ago and marks Graves as a longtime Bennington public official.
At Alton New Hampshire a passenger train struck the White family car at a grade crossing. George W White his wife Clara and daughter Alma Clancey were killed instantly. Another daughter Blanche Reynolds died later at a Rochester hospital. The family was returning from Wolboro after attending the funeral of their son James.
A Boston conference examined five weeks of trial evidence against Nathan A Tufts, sought removal as Middlesex district attorney by the attorney general. Chief Justice Rugg and four Supreme Judicial Court justices heard arguments that alleged improper use of office. No decision date was announced, but a ruling was expected before the court recesses.
Albany Aug 12 Charges have been brought against Lt Colonel Ransom H. Gillett commanding officer of the 105th Infantry New York National Guard. The accusation claims he used subordinate officers in uniform at the Troy armory to aid strike breaking for International Paper. Gilles denies the charges and says he will aid an investigation.
Two hundred fifty representatives of the American Legion arrived in Paris at 4:43 PM led by Major John G. Emery. They were greeted with smiling and ceremonial honors by Parisians who welcomed veterans returning in triumph.
A reception at Cherbourg for the American Legion group precedes their departure for Paris. Major John Emery leads the party, Marines and others march the decorated streets after a city hall review by the mayor. Train departure to Paris scheduled for the evening.
Members and officers of Barre Vermont American Red Cross celebrate winning the Roll Call Honor Flag presented by Division Manager Arthur Rotch of Boston. The flag hangs in the Aldrich Public Library as proof Barre’s chapter “went over the top” with the largest Red Cross fund-raising figure in the New England division. Mrs N D Phelps reports the Barre branch surpassed all others in the region, reflecting strong local support for Red Cross work after the war.
Vermont state agriculture department notes Aug 1 filings show 1 563 herd tests comprising 18 652 cattle, likely exhausting tuberculosis funds for the new fiscal year. Officials urge early applications for 1922 funds, citing past private testing costs and limited indemnity by the federal government. Vermont reports 407 accredited herds with 1 785 cattle, plus 1 870 nonreactor herds, and 612 reactors found in the last test.
Workers and imported laborers launched logs from Bellows Falls down the Connecticut River toward Hinsdale New Hampshire for pulp supply. Manager G Uhedel of Champlain Realty Co noted the move followed a remark about a planned bank drive by International Paper and described wind conditions as a key factor in the downstream journey.
A fragmented account notes a Senate approval of an immigration amendment discussed in the chamber of deputies. The proposal, described as using restrictive language, faces debate over its impact on labor and gendered employment policies.
Canada reports a stronger wheat harvest with an expected total of 23 million bushels more than last year. Officials note improved yields across major provinces and anticipate steady exportable stock for the season.
Edward Cerasoli of Barre appeared in Montpelier city court to answer a charge of operating an automobile while intoxicated. He pleaded not guilty, and a trial was set for Aug 19. Inspector Finnessy investigated the accident on the Meilleur Middlesex road near the Bailey farm. Cerasoli, accompanied by John Camalli and Richardo Calderara, returned home overnight for further investigation. The car was damaged and towed to a Barre garage. no one was injured.
Charles Ashley, a 70 year old passenger, saved his bag of sugar as George Lee’s car went off a five foot bank near the Flannagan coalhouse in Moretown. Mrs Pelky suffered a broken collarbone, three fractured ribs, a dislocated kno r and other injuries. she was listed in serious condition. Inspector Finnessy investigated yesterday afternoon. The car struck a four horse lumber team from Green Mountain Lumber Co on a narrow road and could not pass. Ashley reportedly remarked I saved by sugar. Lee was questioned about his attempt to pass the lumber team.
Wellington resident was arrested by Inspector Are Gregg and Deputy Sheriff H. C. Lawson on drunken driving and assault charges. He allegedly collided with Frank Colmagni’s car, beat Colmagni, then slept in a garage until jailed. He appeared in Montpelier court, case continued.
Hatoul Dix of Proctoreville told the Secretary of State that he hit the daughter of George La Motte while driving along the street. The child crossed the road with her father present and dodged back, resulting in the knockdown. The car’s driver, Puente, controversies over whether the road was being approached at speed as the cars neared. E. F. Merrill of New Haven reported that his machine struck Mr. Pullman, who sustained serious brain injuries.
Fragmentary report details a fatal accident at Forestdale involving Mrs. Mithel Shed of Branton and injuries to Mrs. Ida A Cahee Therese EF Calew and others in the Shedd car. July 4 incident near Whiting Mire in St. Alans left Mrs Shedd with a bruise rib after the car overturned dragging the oiler day, unclear names and sequence.
Fragmented notice mentions Hartness and military review at Camp Devree with a change in schedule. Secretary of Waroutlined inspection and mobilization steps plus a gathering in Springfield. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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