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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1918
Page
1
Report of a breaking revolts in Bulgaria and German intrigue in Russia sent via Hungary to a German newspaper from Amsterdam. Holland seeks allies' friendship amid Central Powers turmoil as revolts spread.
Amsterdam reports a revolution in Bulgaria and a Dutch shift toward entente ties. The Hague dispatch notes plans for an internationalized Scheldt. In London, Ebert questions any legal method to compel WilhelmHohenzollern’s surrender and warns Germans face bread shortages and blame for war’s outbreak.
Paris dispatch reports President Wilson preparing to speak plainly while studying the situation. Informal talks continue ahead of the peace conference, with health and access to US war officials guiding his oversight. A few personnel and estate updates are noted in Bremeline probate matters.
Paris December 17 President Wilson's official visit to Paris closed with a reception described by the Paris edition of the London Daily Mail as a memorable tribute to a distinguished guest. The ceremony was formal but a grateful tribute to a sister nation whose aid helped preserve the liberty of Germany.
General staff designated units and divisions as reserve reinforcements for occupation duty in Germany. The 97th and 4th Motor Machine units join 10th and other formations slated to be sent back to reinforce American forces abroad, with selections announced by war department.
Three men were burned to death and seven others injured in a blaze at a location in Syracuse New York on December 17. Fire crews battled the flames as neighbors looked on. Investigators probe fire’s origin and cause.
Archduke Maximilius named as the choice of Austrian monarchists on December 17 with a stated time at 2 o'clock. The report notes the nomination by monarchist factions and indicates formal acceptance or discussion scheduled in Vienna.
An Annapolis conference heard Governor Brumbaugh call for schools to educate both foreign and native-born populations, require English mastery for immigrants within five years, enforce native-born education, and establish continuation schools. He urged training in definite trades, thrift education, and a mobilized national loyalty, while criticizing sending youths abroad for university study. Arizona’s Campbell urged compulsory arbitration to curb strikes, with boards balanced between labor and employers and governor as member. Manning of South Carolina pressed unity after the war.
London dispatch cites Marquis of Crewe, former secretary for the Calumet era, arguing that responsibility for Wilhelm II and top German officials rests with governments not jurists. He advocates surrender for trial or execution by executive act to prevent future mischief.
Paris reports say Spanish investigators have examined the German camp Lapgensalza and found the treatment of French prisoners ruthless and unjustified. The Fetit Journal notes the inquiry confirms the shootings as excessive and unneeded amid the war.
Paolo Thana di Hevel, former chief of the ura stall, is noted in a brief report about a change in delegates among Italian representatives.
A brief bulletin from Storkholm dated Monday December 1 reports bombardment activity against Bolshevik forces. The notice notes incoming fire and counter action by local troops. No specific units or casualties are provided in the readable text.
In Lisbon Portugal Admire Cantine booen vieeied am ad Portugal in suerte Eicuska Domi, che she anveadinated iste Gatwday night. Castro elected president after a late night vote count amid tense public interest.
Washington December 17 Samuel Untermyer of New York testified before the Senate committee investigating German influence while noting his efforts for peace and his decline to serve as counsel for the German embassy. In Warren, George Greenslit's trial for shooting Oscar Heath opened with juror absence and pretrial delays. Heath later died from wounds after the Oct 1 incident at Greenslit’s land.
The troop ship Maui from Brest docked in New York bringing 1101 military and civilian personnel home. The port welcomed a mix of army and navy aviators and officers including B. Aatis a Greek diplomat and Bishop Thomas F.P. Davies. The Prinses Juliane and Carania also arrived with smaller contingents from America and Australia amid rough seas and late weather.
The German commander in Hungary, Von Mackensen, is reported interned by Hungarian authorities after a Tebes action on demand of the alien. Hungarian government informed the Hitler leader that the Luter...
A government move signals the war revenue bill will pass soon amid renewed debate. Officials indicate continued discussions with legislative factions and anticipated committee actions as the session proceeds.
Fire likely started in the boiler room at Cleve avenue factory last night. Night watchman Michael KE Mel is missing after being last seen near the second floor amid electrical lighting. Fire threatened nearby gas tanks of the Rutland Railway Light and Power Co. and water streams blasted to cool tanks during the blaze.
Paris dispatch reports Secretary Lansing plans a conference to organize the war effort. He meets with officials, begins resignations of duties among wartime departments, aiming to mobilize American resources for looming measures.
Christmas club distributions at Barre Savings Bank and Barre Building Bank Trust Co total nearly 75,000 in checks to about 2 300 subscribers. The 195% year saw 49 015 distributed to 1 076 at Barre and about 51 000 to 1 200 at Quarry Savings, with wartime constraints acknowledged. Bankers call thrift habit strong and note hope for new clubs next year.
A W Dunham reported in a Canadian casualty list may refer to Harry Dunham brother of Mrs John W Gordon Ottawa Ont Dec 7 A W Dun a of Marre VT listed among the wounded in today s Canadian casualty list The whole divvy ated may Denke tether of Mrs John Arden and a former well known athlete at Goddard seminary He has been with the Canadian forces almost since the outbreak of the war.
Barre launches a Red Cross membership canvass directed by Fred W. Baskerbt to enroll workers and families citywide. Effort seeks 5 cent or 1 dollar per member with 40 percent to home branches and county chapter. Ward captains supervise four days of questioning, dinners, and signups with expirations under system wide share.
Report on Barre City Hospital shows 121 more patients treated in 1918, averaging 61 daily and 524 total for the year, with expenses rising to 4,008.70 guiding care under war conditions. Endowment and staffing details noted, along with community support and upcoming expansion plans.
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