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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1914
Page
1
A message from Amsterdam to London states that German forces began a retirement movement at Dixmude but the report does not align with recent official statements. The article notes uncertainty and ongoing updates from authorities.
Reported German retirement near Dixmude as battles rage along the Yser canal and Lys. Russians push about 30 miles past East Prussia border, Austrians swept back to Cracow gate, while overall outcome remains uncertain amid multiple theaters.
Paris reports a French foreign office yellow book detailing 216 pages and 160 documents outlining the negotiations after Austria’s note to Serbia on July 24 1914 and Germany’s declarations against Russia on August 1 and France on August 3 1914. It describes Triple Entente declarations and German military plans.
An unclear fragment preserves mentions of artillery and names like Gaye Freeh and Samet Semony. The readable items suggest a battlefield or weapon exchange scene, but details are severely garbled with no clear event, location, or date.
Reports from the front north of Arras in Bellum indicate lively artillery exchange but no infantry assault. The Aisne front shows intermittent artillery fire along its length. Argonne fighting continues with no change in the situation. No notable developments in the Woëvre district or the Vosges.
London reports King George’s tour of France excites popular imagination. Newspapers highlight it as the first time a reigning monarch has been with the armies in the field in 171 years. The event stirs national pride and interest among Britons.
London telegraph desk reports from Amsterdam that the German front near Dieppe is retreating. A Central News correspondent notes a general German retirement as troops pull back from the area.
Wireless dispatch from Bertin to Landen notes no significant developments in the western front. Brief, sparse update indicates routine status with no fresh offensives or movements reported by late signals.
Tokio dispatch reports a serious mine disaster in Hokkaido, northernmost of Japan's main islands. It is reported that 447 miners are dead.
Brookline Mass Dec 1 Lucius Tuttle ex president of the Boston and Maine railway died last night at his home from angina pectoris He had been frail since an operation years ago which required amputation yet remained active til a week ago Born Hartford Conn March 11 1846 he spent forty five years in railroading serving seventeen years as president of the Boston and Maine The road grew from a small line to a major system under his leadership retired four years ago He was long a political force in New Hampshire amid accusations of strong lobbying and influence by the railroad in Concord and at state legislature.
Judge Haley denied the motion for a change of venue in the murder case of Lionel B and Mir Alice Pelletier. The trial will begin here on Thursday in Houlton Maine, with charges connected to Mildred Sullivan.
Dr Charles, superintendent of Health of Providence, addressed the American Public Health Association and urged caution against false statements about respiratory risks. He warned that reliance on untrue claims misleads the public and endangers health, stressing the need for accurate air quality and cleanliness information.
Alfred Bebeau of Springfield Maia was indicted for violation of the white slave act. He surrendered to Marshal A P Carpenter in Brattleboro and was brought to Rutland to await hearing in this city. A special U S court session may be held in January to decide the case. Rebeau was handed to authorities by bondsmen from Springfield who located him at a Rhode Island relative’s home in Pawtucket. The government alleges he induced 17 year old Cora Dennie of North Hero to accompany him to Springfield in an interstate case. he claims they were married, she says they were not. The accused vanished from his Burlington counsel’s sight the night before the November date. Judge Martin ordered jail forfeiture.
About two hundred men attended the Democratic caucus in Haxter's hall called by the city committee to choose a postmaster candidate to succeed George F. Peasn. D. A. Bruton nominated W. S. Smith. no other names were offered. Chairman John Dyer denied the caucus was called by petition of five percent of Democrats.
A Burlington resident, John S. Wright, describes fleeing Antwerp during the German advance. He details a trek to Holland on foot with fellow Americans, noting thousands leaving the city and the perilous escape route via Paris and Antwerp. The account emphasizes the danger and relief after reaching safety.
President Wilson discussed his forthcoming annual message to Congress with his cabinet in Washington on December 1. The plan remains short and largely reiterates known legislative goals including conservation bills, a government-owned Marine bill, a Pilip pine bill, and regular appropriations. He does not push an immigration bill.
Two armed men robbed a J. P. Hood & Sons branch in Jamaica Plain, forcing cashier J. W. Thompson to surrender 2400 dollars at gunpoint. They bound him with window cords and escaped, while upstairs Oe Company employees remained unaware of the crime until later.
Brattleboro officials report the local contest will be settled tonight if possible as the Democratic state committee meets in Burlington to decide whom to recommend among candidates Major Frederick W. Childs William H Heywood Michael J Moran and Harry R Haus The committee will inform all four contenders of its decision immediately after voting Major Childs a Windham County figure faces cross party endorsements while Rit trades Hackies the incumbent congressman seeks renomination under mixed administration backgrounds featured are industry ties and local business leaders with Moran and Heywood described as strong contenders
Deputy Sheriff Whittemore wired 10 to inquire of Vine about printations amid demoralization among area shippers.
In New Haven on December 1, Alexander Lickson Wiley of Hinghamton South Carolina was named captain of Yale’s football squad amid a tumultuous selection. Details are unclear as garbled text describes the ceremony and individuals involved, with mentions of several observers and local authorities.
Arthur Cardini, early Thalian stonecutter in Barre, died at his brother Edward Cardini's home 527 North Main street this morning after a week of illness from pneumonia. He leaves two brothers in Italy and Montpelier, and a widow, Antonella, who was visiting Italy. Born July 1845, he came to America young, moved to Barre in 1902, worked for Harrison Granite Co. until recently. He was a member of Granite City camp 4696, Modern Woodmen of America, and the stonecutters' union. Funeral from the house Wednesday at 2 p.m. burial in Hope Cemetery.
A frozen, broken body found near the Central Vermont track on the George Benjamin farm at Intercity park is identified as George Allen or Lowe, known as Lawiston Shim, an itinerant umbrella mender. He likely died Friday night from exposure after being struck or worsened by a train. an autopsy was planned.
A morning fire in Beaver, Fairfax, started in Henry Bissett’s pigpen and spread to the Bissett dairy barn and Thomas Crow’s dairy barn. It destroyed hogs, four heifers, eight young cattle, farm tools, a silo and hay, with some cattle badly injured and one infant sheltered nearby. The Bissett house was saved despite partial insurance.
Investigations point to a lumberjack death near a Central Vermont train in Montpelier. The victim is identified as A Shepard, who had worked in Fayston woods for Contractor Gibson of Groton, with Gibson confirming the likelihood and noting the red sweater found with the body. Corroboration comes from Orville Fine, who saw a man answering Shepard’s description in a saloon Saturday morning. Gibson stated he would seek further details about the man in Fayston yesterday afternoon.
Circular from HL J Smith, president of Centre Vermont Mail Way C, announces abolition of master car builder and other chief posts. W Gillespie named mechanical superintendent in charge of motive power. T A Sammerskill and J K Vitesimane reassigned. Ailbee and Allens wine Ape St TLE 2 shaster Aer Wullder mentioned.
Local coverage outlines eight municipal elections with brief notes on candidates and polling. Details are sparse due to OCR text. readers are urged to check official notices for precise dates, races, and ballot options.
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