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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1917
Page
3
Senate testimony revealed civilian control of the department and intricate methods. Quartermaster General Sharpe said the army is 100000 woolen overcoats short and many coats do not fit. Shoes were too short and at Camp Custer a detail waited for another to return so they could have shoes for target practice.
Washington reports that 12 federal land banks have issued loans totaling 820 824 000 in six months since full operation of the farm loan system. An additional 75 million in loans are approved for future negotiation at five percent interest, funded by farm loan bonds or treasury appropriation. Applications reached 91 000 000 but were reduced to 80 000 000 by appraisers.
Peking reports President Feng Kuowhang and Premier Tuan Chisjui urge a new constitution and reorganization of Parliament to better coordinate executive legislative and judicial branches. Disagreements linger over whether reforms should be enacted by the national council or a newly summoned Parliament.
Chicago market notes a weak bid for corn with Friday’s opening quotes near Thursday’s levels. January prices hovered around $1.24 to $1.25, with May near $1.25, then eased across the board on moderate selling.
The advertisement touts Peptiron as a new iron tonic aiding anemia and thin blood. It claims easy digestion and rapid improvement, noting ingredients like pepsin, celery, gentian and sedatives for nerves and digestion, recommending one or two pills after meals for quick results.
Burlington reports Vermont Red Cross campaign continues to Christmas Eve with 25,000 new members statewide. Caledonia County far ahead with 1,866 of 1,460 quota, Lyndonville organizer Gilbert M. Campbell optimistic totals will rise. Windsor, Rutland, Franklin also exceed quotas as workers press on to meet the goal.
Washington reports that men of draft age can seek immediate service in the aviation section of the signal corps by enlisting after passing an aviation exam. Exemption boards will coordinate with districts. Observers and NCOs are limited. engineers from recognized schools may qualify. Enlistment remains through local boards.
Washington December 22 The council of national defense urged friends and families not to send food to soldiers as camps and cantonments have ample supplies. A large amount of private food has been wasted or spoiled and may threaten the health of the men.
In Southbridge Massachusetts a woman Ida Frost aged 36 and a dying man were found in a home on Leachmine road between Sturbridge and Holland. Frost had been shot and died earlier. The man, shot in the hand, was found nearby and survived briefly. Police ponder whether the killer was Wrest or if a broader crime spree occurred. Frost had not lived with her husband for some time.
Major General William A. Mann commanded Rainbow Division forces moving Nelson troops from Cheamon to France. He relieved the burden of disability earlier and will retire next July after preparing for duty with the United States Army, signaling a return home.
Elena Theodorini a famed Buenos Aires opera singer was arrested by a French cruiser on espionage charges linked to Count Luxburg. Theodorini, long a friend of Luxburg and part of a theatrical circle, had recently lived in Argentina since 1884 and later faded from the operatic scene. Her arrest followed a halted steamer near Montevideo and broader diplomatic intrigue surrounding German covert efforts.
An Argentine woman files to become a naturalized citizen, the first woman from a foreign country to do so. Last year she attended a New York festival in her honor by Metropolitan Opera stars, then returned to fuera Aros to February Inet.
Washington Dee 22 To boost war savings stamps and certificates as Christmas gifts Postmaster General Koona directs postmasters in lending cities to sell unlimited stamps to individuals firms or corporations while the old limit of 1000 in stamps at a time is waived. Treasury reports note an organized drive in communities to urge people cashing Liberty bond interest coupons to convert proceeds into war savings stamps.
General Pershing issues a general order barring all alcoholic beverages from members of the American Expeditionary Forces. Authorities will enforce sobriety with midnight stand inspections and strict accountability for any violation.
A garbled summary notes federal aid for post roads and forest roads. It mentions the United States Department of Agriculture, road construction funds, and anticipated multiyear totals. The text implies state participation and public road programs though specifics are unclear.
Appropriations to meet federal aid dollar for dollar are outlined for several states including New York Illinois Michigan Rhode Island Nevada Iowa Florida and Vermont with emphasis on matching funds and eligibility requirements. The document enumerates the states and notes the intended dollar-for-dollar linkage.
German efforts to disrupt Red Cross recruitment in New York lead campaign managers to seek Justice Department investigation. impersonation of Red Cross officials, frequent phone calls to Red Cross headquarters, and alleged interference by four minute men described by publicity director Frank Preabtey.
Fragmentary diary style note discusses the Batcheviki receiving education and negotiations with Germany on a proposed armistice. The Roeian proposal envisions shared control, no troop movements, and German evacuation of specific inland regions. Mentions German preference for four weeks' writimition and privileges of movement.
The article analyzes Allied and Russian positions on peace terms with Germany, noting US support for a Russian platform without indemnities. It discusses Bolshevik prospects, Kornilov and Kadet leadership, and the need for revised peace terms to keep Russia in the war while pressuring Prussia. The piece cites Wilson and a broader strategy for a winter peace drive.
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