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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1916
Page
1
After Bonar Law declined, the British king offered the post to David Lloyd George as Asquith tendered resignation, aiming to end the government crisis and restore leadership.
London December 6 The Westminster Gazette reports A Bonar Law declined the king's invitation to form a cabinet and Lloyd George was asked to be premier. The king sought a solution in a palace meeting with several leaders including Law Lloyd George Balfour Henderson and Grey. Asquith's resignation looms amid coalition tensions and a potential return to leadership within days.
Amsterdam via London December 6 Berlin Vorwaerts, the organ of the German Socialists, argues against the idea that peace is near. The paper says enemies are too deeply provident to trigger war and that only calamities will be spared the European people. It adds that British leaders do not rule long and that even their strong men cannot avert failure.
Kastan Duma president M. Rodrianko faced insults during a heated session sparked by M. Markel. Markel accused Rodrianko of insulting the body, prompting chair Boeteanke to leave and the assembly to eject Markel after one sitting amid rising tensions.
Herbert Henry Davie Peiros former diplomat and minister to Norway died at Maine General Hospital. Born April 11 1849 in Cambridge Massachusetts he studied at Harvard Exeter and Cambridge then pursued mining studies in London. He served as third assistant secretary of state and held key posts including envoy to Norway from 1905 to 1911 and counselor in arbitration for the United States. He received honors from France Norway and China.
A Chicago statement from Progressives and key Republicans urges sharing influence in party affairs to win Progressive votes. The group of Rowell Pinchot Robins Garreld White and Ickes says permanent Democratic control is impossible and calls for reorganizing the Republican committee to guarantee reform and social justice. The note insists Progressives are not supplicants but citizens seeking justice.
Edith Colby, a newspaper reporter from Thompantals, Montana, was found guilty of second degree murder today for shooting and killing A. C. Thomas, a politician. The penalty for second degree murder ranges from 10 to 12 years.
In Alstead on Sunday hunting deer, two youths were involved when Ralph Whitman aged 18 fired a repeating rifle, fatally wounding Joseph Horely aged 22 who was struck in the rear. Horely died yesterday morning after being taken to a local doctor and then to the farmhouse.
New York report details William Withers, conductor at Ford's Theatre in Washington, who led the orchestra the night Abraham Lincoln was shot. Withers died last night after attempting to escape, having been fatally wounded by John Booth during the incident. Col. Withers was 90 years old.
Disjointed war dispatch describes Teutons attempting to cut off escape routes from Bucharest as Russian forces clash along Carpathian fronts. Reports claim Romanian and Russian units struggle to form a retreat line while German units push toward the capital, capturing positions and threatening Mare.
Franco-Serbian forces pushed north of Monastir on the Macedonian front with heavy artillery, capturing 126 prisoners in yesterday's fighting as reported by the war office. The bombardment continued as troops pressed the advance.
Rome reports Premier Hoswill told the Chamber of Deputies Italy will fight vigorously to restore Belgium Serbia and Montenegro and keep war until their restoration is achieved. He notes 2100 factories are producing war materials with one fifth of workers being women, rising daily.
Wireless dispatch from Dec 6 cites Turkish headquarters confirming a tank capture in Dobrudja and the seizure of prisoners including six British officers. Reports also claim a surprise attack north of Salaiye in northern Persia and a push to the rear of enemy lines on the Caucasus front with repulsed Russian counter-attacks.
Mark L. Mantey of Manchester Depot died just before 6 p m aged 67 after arteries burden. He was manager of Dination Cash Store Chester crater and owned by W Hulett and A W Vierton. Survived by wife How ard N and two brothers George W and Morton. The funeral arrangements incomplete.
Reston Dne G No-license forces gained four Massachusetts cities yesterday as Fall River Haverhill Leoming ster and Taunton shifted from wet to dry. Brockton Salem Cambridge Waltham stayed no license while Bedford remained wet with reduced margin. The pro license side saw clergy backing wet interests. Eleven cities voted for core issues. Springfield retained government structure in a federal charter vote.
Washington reports claim Britain's curtailment of coal at foreign ports threatens U S shipping. The policy, under international comity and treaty pledges, risks delaying or halting ships between the United States and destinations like the Philippines and Seattle, crippling trade and raising costs for owners. Officials note several ships have already faced fuel shortages and detentions, with broader impact on global commerce.
A Vermont Baptist Day event in Boston drew 275 pastors and laypeople for services at the Billy Sunday tabernacle on Huntington Avenue. Two ministers were unable to attend. one evangelist filled engagements. Henry Hond and Col. Silas A. Taley financed the Vermont delegation for a week in Boston. Governor Met followed the evening service with praise for Billy Sunday.
Lowell Massachusetts reports a mutilated body believed to be John McGiray of Middlebury Vermont found in the Wetoe and Maine railroad yard after a northbound Dolind express passed. In his pockets were a letter from his mother dated December 28, a post card from the express company, and letters addressed to Walter E Derek at Springfield Vermont with signatures and details linking to John Metray of Middlebury.
Reston Dee and Sabite Inneome await trial for a murder tied to a feud with Tunecume over alleged payments to the latter's wife. A hanging occurred on Charles Street after a quarrel dating to the prior dispute.
The steamship John Lambert, listed as American, was shelled and sunk near the French coast after being attacked by a submarine on November 22. The Lambert’s sixteen crew members abandoned ship, rode lifeboats for twelve hours, and reached the French coast. The vessel had been towed from Bordeaux and was reportedly among twelve Great Lakes ships the French line planned to buy, though formal transfer had not occurred.
Washington reports Berlin sent preliminary reply to a German request for information on the Linked Huntinh Tiner Alaska incident. Secretary Lansing says the reply adds to department information but offers no comment on Germany’s view. Other cases include the Marine, the Arabia, and the Chemung inquiries, with Italy’s Palermo and other details noted.
Madrid reports the Italian steamship Palermo carrying 23 Americans was torpedoed near the Spanish coast. Survivors were landed in Walangfrugell, with one American sailor wounded, three others seriously injured. The ship carried 388 mules, 163 horses, and 1452 cases of explosive.
In Burlington on December 6 Peter Downey of Waterbury faced a charge of adultery after alleging a robbery. The state's attorney, T. Hopkine, moved to nol pros the case in city court yesterday. Downey had been arrested on a warrant and linked to a grand larceny claim involving Irene Power, with accusations she stole 290 roan diam.
High bids derailed the planned Taundey dormitory at the Vermont State Board for Feeble Minded Children in Brandon. An emergency shed and henhouse stand in, while $53,000 has been spent to date from a $65,100 appropriation. The campus currently houses 43 inmates, with the new dormitory raising capacity by 70. After January 1, a waiting list of 75 to 100 applicants is expected. Minor legislative amendments will address commitment law defects.
Preliminary steps at the fourth national conference on marketing and farm credits led to the creation of a national milk producers federation. Delwern AOANK and 11 dairymen from Avery section attended. A provisional constitution and bylaws are to be drafted with GW Bush of Little Falls NY and A L Brockway of Syracuse NY named among members. The group aims to reduce milk prices to consumers and stabilize a volatile market to prevent future strikes.
The Rutland County Farm Bureau shows a deficit of 191 858 for the year per secretary A Vail Allen of Fair Haven at yesterday's annual meeting. Last year yielded a surplus of 8280 due to big donations and new memberships. Ten people attended, including women with a special session. a sharp membership drive was approved to boost treasury funds.
The December term at Caledonia County Court opened with Judge P M Ruthe r presiding. Attendance was small, with only two members from other towns. The jury calendar listed 48 divorces and nine state cases. The Wright versus Virtue case drew attention as it reached the docket.
City of Lewiston faces water supply issues after a leak found by Clerk Callahan of the water commission. The leak, measured by a meter test, shows average consumption and potential revenue impact as authorities reassess source reliability and billing terms. Local paper notes the situation and authority actions.
Barre Milk Producers Association arranged shipment of 8000 pounds of milk to Boston via WH Hood & Sons at Vernon freight rates, higher than other sources. Prices include 2.26 per hundred pounds with premiums for certain quality and handling, plus extra cents per hundred for processing steps. Shipment weighed at Randolph agent Abrat S.000 pounds billed today, with depot and equipment updates planned. delivery expected to continue to Wileston within days as prices likely ease after Feb and March.
The Caledonia County Bar held its annual dinner at New Avery House with Harvey Tigett presiding. Officers elected for the coming year include President Fushi Mays, Vice President Joseph Tollens, and Secretary Treasurer Guy Wy Hill. trustees named were Alexander Uninet, Payid Ba. Torker, Johnsbury, and Walter Dutton of Hardwick. Discussion covered hospital needs and a cantoleration proposal followed by member talks.
Brattleboro and area rail lines win petitions to be excused from building an underpass. The Vermont Public Service Commission also grants a stock exchange arrangement involving New England Telephone Telegraph Company, Vermont Telephone Telegraph, and Franklin County Tele chore Company.
The State Game Commissioner tallies county by county totals up to the bunting season, with Indiana counties listed and figures ranging from 64 to 181. Names and places include Winillsana, Favex, Addivon, Wenningtom, Chitten ion, and Branklin among others.
A derailment on a freight line injures the brakeman and several workers as cars derail during yard maneuvers. Rescue teams treat the injured, and the incident halts operations while investigators assess the wreck. Nearby, the scene includes damaged equipment and shattered rails at the yard.
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