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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1920
Page
1
British premier declares martial law in part of Ireland after two terrible events. government actions urge surrender of all arms and uniforms by a set date. authorities state measures are necessary for public safety and order.
London reports Premier Lloyd George announced martial law would be applied in parts of Ireland with arms surrender required by a set date. Those found with arms after the deadline face death or military court, while uniforms also carry penalties. Safe conducts may be offered to Sinn Fein members for talks with the government to seek peace.
A trio was claimed to have been lynched within fifteen minutes in a remote location. Authorities have not confirmed details, and the incident is under investigation. Local residents report chilling rumors but official statements are scarce.
Miss Mary MacSwiney and P J Guilfoil testified before a Washington committee on the Irish question. Guilfoil described a Clare county raid where soldiers beat and threatened a priest to force a murder confession and the looming violence surrounding Cork’s Lord Mayor. In San Francisco a mob lynched three inmates after taking them from county jail, hanging them at a cemetery as authorities watched. The raid involved burning and pillaging by troops, and the mob used cars with lights to illuminate the hanging site.
A fragmented report notes the execution of a prisoner nicknamed Song Bird on his birthday. The text references a crime gang and a guitar theme, but readable facts are limited and unclear due to OCR corruption.
In Christiania Norway on December 10 the Nobel Peace prizes for 1919 and 1920 were awarded to Leon Bourgeois and Woodrow Wilson. A Wilson message was read by Albert G Schmedeman as Parliament officials and diplomats attended the ceremony in the House of Parliament. J G Loveland handed the prizes to the French and American ministers. The last Parliament award was in 1908 to Theodore Roosevelt.
Brussels reports rail traffic halted both directions between Belgium and Germany since yesterday with rumors of a German coup d etat. Belgian foreign ministry says no confirmation for such a plot, noting the suspension may concern only parcels traffic and that no solid evidence supports a pending revolution.
Edith C. Strauss argues in Thrift Magazine that price relief requires national cooperation and personal responsibility. Citizens must curb luxuries, study income, budget, and spend wisely to restore economic security and support industrial, agricultural, and professional sectors.
Mrs Samantha Vaughn of Waterbury Center died last night at her home after a week of illness. Born in 1833 in Stowe, she was the last survivor of a family of 11 children. Survived by daughters, sons, and many grandchildren, with services planned at Waterbury Cemetery next weekend.
In Trier on April 9 the Italian destroyer Espero mutinied aboard forces commanded by Captain Gabrielle D Annunzio and steered toward Fiume after the crew seized the vessel at the three mile limit. The commander was locked in his cabin as the mutineers took control and sailed away. The incident involves clashes within the D Annunzian fleet and a chase by the submarine chaser No. 05 PN.
Mrs Rebekah Simons visits Mrs Laura Cheney in North Ethel Seaver, now at Fred J Poor's livery stable after a sale to J T Jamieson. The stable enjoys steady business as new owner plans to boost patronage. Local events include O E S chapter 87 meeting Monday night December 11 with social hour and refreshments. Modern Women nest holds annual meeting next Tuesday. Millie Drury from the lunchroom away on vacation visiting friends in another state. Bemamia Seton seen in the Downs store. Movie plans with upcoming serial at the church. Rev A M Markey of Centenary M B Church preaches Sunday at 10 45 in the morning service The Hand of Vision. Parsonage open Thursday eve at 7 30 with song and fellowship at William O Tone’s home. Pastors emphasize congregational attendance. Avery intended to attend the church gatherings with long attendance expected.
Dec 10 report from Mariom lists President elect Harding meeting with Herbert Hoover to discuss cabinet prospects and associations of nations policy. The Hughes visit signals early consultation on administrative program with broader conferees anticipated.
Joseph E Lachanis of Manchester is nominated by Wilson Washingtoe to be United States marshal for New Hampshire. The announcement notes Lachanis as the appointee from Manchester and includes brief biographical details.
New York officials consider a plan to bring coal from Pennsylvania via two 14 inch pipes using water pressure. Reginald P. Bolton presented the idea to Mayor Hylan and the city dock and health commission, noting a 2000 foot elevation drop and a potential 74 million tons annual supply, pending recommendations.
Hyde Park dispatch reports Arthur Madgett, 38, a lumberman, indicted for first degree murder in the death of Amy Shonio, 19, whose mutilated body was found near a cemetery in Jolm sort leet last August. Trial set to begin next Monday at 2 PM before Judge Sherman R. Moulton. state to be represented by Archibald and Tracy.
At 8 am today in New York the field began the 104 hour race, with leaders Bruce and Coburn at 458 miles and 8 laps, followed by Dehsetes and Persyn at 1654 miles and 7 laps, Vanhevel and Vandenburgh on 1658 miles and 3 laps, and Spears and Lawrence and Su ter on 1458 miles and 4 laps. Fogler and HM set the 19th place mark at 2.05 miles after 104 hours of racing.
The Lotus quartet of Rowton featured at a Montpelier superintendents conference with an evening appearance in Hurtington and a daytime entertainment here before heading to Northfield. Speakers included Eli Ranger Island and Judge H. H. Howe who discussed school future plans, funding expectations, and tax implications. Charles Huble of Boston University Extension outlined program changes, while Ethel Cady Ble Arvin and others reviewed attendance, salaries, and promotion matters.
Readable fragments describe a confused plea and shifting blame in a tense statement. The text mentions attempts to place responsibility on others and a reference to editing or correcting lines. Overall it reads like garbled transcribed dialogue with no clear event or participants identifiable.
Representative Kuennon of Minnesota charged on the House floor that foreign governments finance radical movements, urging a two year immigration restriction and deportation. He claimed Spain is a seething mass of anarchy and warned of 10 to 15 million Europeans potentially migrating if tonnage were available.
William Harper Mitchell a former Barre barber died at his parents home at 11220 Summit Street after a ten weeks illness with meningitis He was born in Aberdeen Scotland July 21 1882 and came to Barre in 1904 He married Alice Reason of Granville in 1914 and is survived by his wife son William Harper Mitchell Jr his parents and three sisters The funeral will be held Monday at 2 pm from the Summer Street house with burial at Hope Cemetery Elmwood receiving vault will be used until spring when interment takes place Rev William Kittredge to officiate
Nine year old Rena Mae MacAuley daughter of Mr and Mrs John MacAuley of Websterville died after a week long pneumonia illness. She had recently returned from Nawmont Saskatchewan with her mother and had been staying with an uncle Edwin Russ on Fl more street before falling ill. Survived by parents a brother and two sisters all of Websterville and Graniteville interment will be in the cemetery.
Scattered fragments show Montpelier reports of a Barre company fleeing with secretary Tres ta near 180 shares of stock valued around 100 dollars each. Mentions of estate transfers, Edward Connelt, Hartigan, and wages ball, with references to Bevernor and Gor pinnae amid unclear details.
Montpelier and Barre Light and Power Company announces a fuel based charge increase effective January 1 1921 affecting bills from January 31 1921 onward. Manager C S Cookson explains the amendment ties charges to fuel costs and kilowatt hours sold, aiming to cover higher operation costs and secure a fair return per Public Service Commission guidance.
The Sacred Heart convent hall hosted a Mother Goose musical presented by the piano and music school groups. Junior and senior students wore costumes and performed scenes with Bo Peep, Miss Muffet, Jack and Jill, King Cole, and others, ending with a chorus and a final charade to Our Song.
In federal court at Montpelier Judge H. B. Howe sentenced Kusabe Prairie to four months in county jail after conviction for selling liquor, while acquitted of possessing liquor. The trial showed a $800 license issue and an attempted release of his mobile home after payment. Other docket notes covered juries and subpoenas, with several defendants released on various terms. The district attorney had sought a heavier sentence. Prairie’s attorney had urged a fine.
Miss Belle Sanner served as maid of honor as Marie Hopttie Sanner and William Johnston of this city wed last night at 6 in the bride’s parents home 165 Coburn Avenue Baltimore Maryland The ceremony was performed by Reverend George R Sanner with George R Jr assisting The couple plan an extended honeymoon to Philadelphia Trenton New York Boston Barre and will return early February The groom is a LeClair McNulty salesman and is the son of Mrs Isabella Jarmston of Blackwell Street.
Hardwick resident Walter E. Leach wed Dessie F. Wild in Barre last evening. Rev Lipsky officiated as the double ring ceremony was performed at the church. The couple, both of Hardwick and Marshfield respectively, will reside in Hardwick after their wedding announced by Mr and Mrs Robert W. We of Marshfield.
In New York on December 10 traders noted another fall in basis prices affecting oemtel and freight components. The broker's wife reported changes in the Porto Rico quote and a shift in terms of cont from ere et many erally, with implications for rent and transport costs.
A fragmentary OCR note mentions Fort te Fire and Se with garbled phrases about testing, ranting, and a question What bene of WT. It also references a trenchant trance tone and a tentative deadline or event. The readable items are place names and incomplete quotes.
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