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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1916
Page
1
German forces secure a foothold amid heavy fighting as Allied units press forward. Latest reports indicate 11,387 German soldiers captured in ongoing operations, signaling a significant turn in the battlefront dynamics.
Report from Lambin and Dee notes Germany met to counter Entente influence and to discuss proposals for new international covenants. Discussion covers abolition of general military service only within a broader union, naval limits, and possible international governance of sea traffic to curb future conflict.
Paris reports French forces have reached USA87 prieo on the Verdun front since December 19 as a German counter-attack along the Meuse secures and riotes at Chambrettes Cam. The official statement notes artillery bombardment on our lines near Cacheran village and Hesonvidx with intermittent cannonading elsewhere on the front.
Paris dispatch reports Petit Parisien stating the Rumanian army is safe with survivors regrouped beyond the Soreth river at Jasmay and Bes sarabia. Russian forces hold the overall front as Romanian units are reconstituted, ready for future operations.
Berlin dispatches report the German steamship Prince Friedrich Wilhelm, long anchored at Odde near Stergen, Norway, reached Stavanger by wireless to Sayville after breaking the British blockade outside Bergen. A line of British destroyers and torpedo boats reportedly crossed the episode, and the German steamer was seen by a cruiser.
The Pranz Friedrich Wilhelm, a 17 002 ton twin screw steamship built in 1907, formerly sailed Bre men to New York for North German Lloyd. It was off Bergen on a Arctic cruise when Britain renewed activity in Mesopotamia after seven months, with no new move known beyond an official note. The British march toward Kut el Amara prompts speculation that General Maude could have captured Kut el Amara in the past three months if desired.
London on December 18 witnessed militant suffragist Sylvia Pankhurst and supporters attempting a demonstration at the East India Dock gates. A large crowd mobbed the speakers as police intervened, rushing Pankhurst and her companions to a police station. The prisoners were bailed for examination before a magistrate.
In Aris Lemnos residents declare King Constantine forfeits throne and appoint a committee of prominent citizens to convey the decision to the provisional government at Saloniki. Dispatch from Saloniki to the Havas agency notes the local move.
New York December 18 Thomas Cochran president of the Liberty National Bank will become a partner in J F Morgan Co on January 1 He rose from penniless youth to prominence after being discovered by Henry P Davison in Wall Street days His rapid ascent followed a plan to reorganize Astor Trust Company with Davison as chairman and Cochran as an active organizer.
The Brazilian bark Nethus with 12 crew members was lost during a snowstorm off Marungat on the New Jersey coast. The tow line failed under wind pressure while in tow of the Garibaldi, and the vessel disappeared before 7 pm Friday. Efforts to locate the crew continued into Saturday as rescuers sought any trace amid the hazardous seas.
New York December 18 war department ordered a temporary stop to floating the US transport Sumner which grounded off a coast last Monday night. Col John M Carson Jr said work would resume when weather allows. The ship's life boats were recovered and sent to New York, and salvage attempts may recover intact parts if possible. High winds and rough seas hindered crews and a British ship was reportedly sunk in the same storm.
London faces rationing changes as two breakfast and luncheon courses are allowed while three courses for dinner push caterers to limits. Hotels and restaurants report difficulties arranging meals with cereals bacon eggs for breakfast and two course lunches common in modest venues.
A preparedness platform proposed by the American Defence Society urges universal military training for youth and military age men. It calls for immediate rifles, ammunition, machine guns, and artillery, a reserve stockpile, a mobile army, and costed certification stations across five island groups from the Pacific coast to the Philippine Islands, plus naval reserve preservation.
Washington reports that the Lewis machine gun, widely bought for Britain and Canada, is condemned as a service weapon. Secretary Baker states the war department bears responsibility, not the ordnance chief, and boards previously found the gun unsuitable for extensive Army purchase.
An explosion damaged a Boston police station in the North End, walls torn and glass shattered. Four officers were inside, three asleep in a dormitory above the blast. Police suspect retaliation linked to recent meetings by industrial agitators. several suspects questioned with no arrests.
Reported found shot dead at their residence near Mason City TL. The couple, aged 53 and 82, were described as wealthy owners of firetfeee assets. Bullets riddled the house as authorities pursue the killers, with mentions of a recent £5,000 sum linked to the wealth.
President and Mrs Wilson will host a family anniversary party in Washington tonight to mark one year since their marriage. The event is described as a small, intimate gathering with domestic ties and official celebration at the White House.
Maj. Scott told the Senate military committee the army still favors discarding the volunteer system. He warns universal training would be democratic, reliable, efficient and economical and could render the U S immune from attack in a few years. He cites mobilization needs with a million and a half troops ready at outbreak, another to follow.
A supervisor of home economics will be placed in charge of Vermont's high school system when suitable rights are secured. Assistant Louis Vioyd B, assistant dean at the state college of agriculture, has directed agricultural teaching in high schools since the start of the academic year and may be appointed in two or three months. Professor Jenks notes the development of the junior high school idea and departmental plans for further automating high school work. Clyde M. Hill was appointed supervisor of junior high schools as junior high schools opened. The agricultural and home economics staff have seen many new teachers appointed as part of the expansion.
In Washington on November 18 the FTC met with newspaper publishers and paper jobbers to seek relief from high print paper costs. A plan proposes larger newspapers cut purchases next year by five percent, while smaller regional papers could receive more supply.
Washington December 18 news reports winter wheat sowing across 1916 area at about 40 million acres, up from revised 1915 fall planting. Progress rate around 88.7 percent by December 1, below last year and the ten year average of 90.2 percent.
A Hay State Street Railway electric street car carrying 34 passengers toppled on a sharp curve at the foot of Conamont hill in North Tiverton, B. I. One of the severely injured was Mrs Henry Borden of Fall River. Six passengers were hospitalized at St Anne's with cuts and bruises while others received minor injuries and were sent home. The car, en route from Newport to Fall River, ran beyond control on Domini cut street.
Ail merchants association stores will be open each evening this week. Fitzgerald has returned to White River Junction after visiting relatives on North Main Street. Dr Ryan, a U S surgeon from Boston, arrived Saturday night for several days of city business. Mrs Hall of North Melua Street leaves for Hartford Conn to visit friends. Mr Hall, a granite worker, will depart later this week for Mer tford, while Miss Killen Medds has plans to return to Manchester N H. Pred Ordway goes home to something after several business stays in Morrieville. Kemefik of Washington returns to Parte after umpiring a Raleigh night game. Mr and Mrs I A Biker arrive on Saturday night. Nyrice departs for several days in the city on a hint trip.
London December 18 the peace note of the central powers was handed to the British government today by the American Ambassador Page. He called at the foreign office and, in the absence of foreign secretary A J Balfour, presented the note to Lord Robert Cecil under secretary for foreign affairs.
The Vatican announced that Pope Benedict has no intention to mediate among the belligerents at present. It said neither the pope nor the Holy See have made or wish to make any comment on Germany's peace proposals and that while he desires peace, intervention now would not hasten the end of the conflict.
London report says Premier Lloyd George was much better this morning and his secretary stated he would make his promise statement in the House of Commons tomorrow. The tone suggests a clearer plan for addressing key issues in Parliament.
Frederick A. Walcott told senators and representatives at Miss Mabel T Boardman’s home that a fund of 8500000 would aid European non-combatant relief and act as a peace influence. He urged a combined popular and congressional source, noting US income and relief offerings to date as context.
United States district attorney for the southern district of New York announces he will not seek reappointment when his term ends May 7 and will return to private practice. Resignation of his chief assistant Roger J. Ward was announced Saturday as the Supreme Court weighs Mr Marshall's appeal to avoid punishment for contempt amid impeachment charges linked to actions against Labor's National Peace Council.
Martha Henstecbr of Kingston New York deeds her home at 875 00 to three trustees to be used as a sanatorium for International Ladies Garment Workers' Union members suffering from tuberculosis. The house will be transformed into a haven for girl victims of the plague and Miss Henstachel, 20 years old and a union worker, undertook the act during settlement work related to factory and home fire safety.
Rutland on October 10 a runaway horse crashed through a hotel window injuring Dr. Gilchrist as the carriage veered toward West Street then returned to its stable. The physician received medical care at St James hospital for deep cuts and blood loss with shock. Also noted is the death of David Bolles a long time Barre carpenter born August 9 1844 survived by a large family and funeral at the Bolles home on Trow Hill led by Rev Lipsky of the Hedding Methodist Church.
Rutland dispatch reports Middletown Springs chosen for a new large hotel funded by Astor capital via Trained Avery. The Montvert site, dismantled years ago, is slated for development as a several hundred thousand dollar project. Waters tested by experts are deemed among the best for curative purposes, attracting long standing medical interest.
Charles A Pure administrator of John J Bean of Middlenry filed a suit in Addison county against the Rutland railroad to recover damages claiming negligence. Bean was a shipper of a car of potatoes and was killed when his head struck a passing lower beam as the train started.
Early execution orders for Sing Sing inmates emerge as reports say prisoners plan to renite their sentences and face the chair. Details reference a Kiliel and Kilplen arrest, two Buffalo raptakre suspects, and a warden agreement amid a tense court scene.
Mr and Mrs Roy A White and their four children died when their home was destroyed in an Interoclant incident in Cheyenne Wyoming. Bodies of Mia White and two others were found among the ruins. A nine month old baby survived briefly but died from burns. The fourth child remained missing. Roy A White was electrocuted after jumping from the third floor amid live wires.
Barre police arrested Charles Young and John Laforrest after a poultry theft spree that left 20 chickens missing from George J Willey’s Berlin poultry yard. Witness Willey testified to the night theft and suspects sought buyers for chicken meat, with premium on proceeds. Both pleaded guilty to grand larceny and await sentencing by Magistrate AL W Scott.
Norman Fuller Arnold, Dartmouth College freshman, died at Mary Hitchcock hospital after an accidental 220 caliber rifle discharge. Born December 10, 1808 in Hyde Park, Mass, he was treated after the shooting on December 3 and succumbed following relapse and failed operation. Survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Arnold and brother Richmond. Body to Hyde Park for services at Episcopal church with Rev. Ham officiating.
Edward J Bartlett died Friday morning of liver cancer. Funeral held Sunday at 2 PM at the Congregational church with Rev S PyllomAcld of Montpelier and Rev A W Hewitt officiating. Bearers were Roscoe Bartlett Clement Bartlett William Arima Chester Sanborn and Walelap aid Clinton Burnett. Washington county sheriffs and Junior Order of Medicine attended. Burial in Hm village cemetery. Large turnout from Montpelier, Marre, and surrounding towns with many tributes and expressions of sympathy for the Bartlett family.
Eleven survivors reached here yesterday aboard the Marine Aires after a Spanish steamship was wrecked in a storm near the Canary Islands. Reports say forty others, including the captain, were lost. Survivors were saved by a private steamer and brought to safety.
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