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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1920
Page
2
A burglar pried open a jewel box in a New York hotel and ordered a guest to surrender. The intruder was attacked by a brave guest, ending the clash after a sharp struggle in the lobby.
In New York on December 24 a short intruder broke into the Murray Hill Hotel suite prompting Robert L. Tyland and Robert L. Ireland to pursue. Ireland and his wife Mrs. Treland fought back as the burglar fled, with police expanding an anti-lawlessness campaign and recalling officers to active duty. Fifty-one arrests were made that night amid a citywide push to curb crime.
Buenos Aires December 23. The foreign office announced Bainbridge Colby will be received and Argentina will dispatch a warship to Montevideo to bring him to Buenos Aires. A memorandum from US Ambassador Frederick J. Stimson says Colby’s visit will prove no lingering friction with the United States and will affirm fraternal friendship.
The Kav News reports Christmas boxes for American soldiers on the Rhine with homemade candy, popcorn balls, Salvation Army doughnuts, and a dinner in mess halls. Funds from Americans aid German children with clothing and toys, Santa will present gifts, and the Kav News will publish a pictorial edition.
New York December 21 Joe Lynch newly crowned world light heavyweight champion will take a month off before resuming the defense of his title.Ke d le chief manager announced the plan after Lynch secluded himself following a recent fight with Pete Herman.
In Cork on December 24 military forces raided the village of Chundulane, capturing 26 individuals. Local authorities reported the operation targeted suspected insurgents west of Camara, with ongoing investigations into the identities and charges against those detained.
Fragmentary Montpelier report describes a winter incident near Slate Street and Keen Aard captains. It notes remarks by officials and references to the legislature, with unclear details about a fire, tenancy, and local events in Montpelier.
Local police reported a burglary as suspects entered a Beene County residence during the late hours. The incident disrupted a home on Moent avenue as officers investigated a possible theft and questioned witnesses.
In Braintree, report notes a crime spree around Christmas trees. Local residents recount a bold thief who stole a prized tree, leaving the town puzzled as officials search for a culprit amid holiday cheer. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A proclamation issued by Rear Admiral Thomas Snowden under Wilson directs a gradual American withdrawal from Dominion affairs in Santo Domingo after four years of occupation. A representative commission and a Wilson-appointed adviser will draft constitutional and election reforms while noting improved finances, sanitation, public health, and education.
Philadelphia sources report Premier Clemenceau clashed with President Wilson over German terms at the peace conference. Teaish Bowman, head of the American Geographical Society and adviser to the American peace commission, quoted Wilson as saying he may not meet Clemenceau again. Bowman described Wilson warning against concessions of the left bank of the Rhine and the Saar and urged a fair German settlement, though he noted a solution was eventually found.
Weather outlook shows considerable cloudiness with light to moderate snow in parts of the Atlantic states. Temperatures remain cool with a warming trend expected midweek as precipitation subsides and crews resume outdoor work.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a discharge or jury matter involving Washengran and possibly a district or department in West Albany. The readable portions mention appointees, a juried proceeding, and references to a West Albany department, but the text is incoherent with many garbled terms and names, making factual extraction difficult.
Harry Manaster also known as Foley and Larkin was recaptured in Chicago after escaping from the Massachusetts state prison where he faced life for the murder of Patrolman Joseph Rober. He, with Herman L. Barney and Charles Ward, escaped May 26, 1920 via ventilator to the roof. Ward surrendered four days later. Barney later turned himself in August. Warden Shattuck had flirted with the wager Manaster would return for Christmas dinner.
Washington officials could not confirm a Christmas pardon for Debs today as President Wilson reiterated his stance against freeing Eugene Debs, who is serving a ten year sentence in a federal pen for violation of the espionage act.
Hyde Park case of Arthur Mudgett due to close in Lamoille county court today. Jury expected to stay sequestered until next Monday as prosecutors and defense finalize their arguments over Amy Sheale’s July 31 death in Johnson.
Local notes list Miss Carrie Beckler visiting Marehfield to upend Christmas and others visiting family on Railroad Street. Names include Orpheus Bisaneero from New York City and Victor Gignune of Homer Fitte Co. in a busy town gathering with multiple arrivals and visits for Christmas.
Washington D C Dec 24 Opportunities for trade with Spain are highlighted in a Commerce Department report by Trade Commissioner Arthur Young. He notes Spain holds a favorable balance of trade at 72 million dollars after the war, imports are limited, inflation is contained, and U S exports to Spain include about half cotton.
Great Barrington Mass early today a fire destroyed the summer home of Harry C Eldredge a New York stock broker. His family fled in night clothes from the blaze Mrs Eldredge was cut while escaping through a window Constance and sons Harry and William were uninjured The loss was estimated at 25000 dollars and the cause was not determined
Deputy sheriffs said an overheated whiskey still in the basement of a church rented by a man led to a fire yesterday in Hanford Washington. The church was not badly damaged and investigators issued a warrant for the man involved.
Cards announce the marriage of Rose M. Vrow of 14 South Malin Street and Jo hynm, Mase, in Lynn last week. The piece also describes a Vermont university crowd arriving, snowy street conditions, streetcar delays, and hunters along Graniteville trails with ongoing pursuit and a mix of local social notes.
Local officials report the seizure of 26 barrels of whiskey from a southbound freight car billed from Montreal, containing 100 to 125 quarts per barrel. The value would approach 25,000 if delivered to the consignee. Car inspected on arrival. odor detected by depot employee led to removal of contents and diagnosis of liquor.
Barre area residents travel for Christmas visit relatives mix with local events and oblong notices. Recap includes names such as Philips Fyerett Ricker Cecil Webster Mine Hamel George Fowlie and Ada Edwards with births marriages and hospital updates. Community church events and policing district notes appear amid holiday movements.
Ensign Kunz reports Santa’s baskets delivered by Salvation Army volunteers to 25 Barre families. Food items include rice, oats, butter, coffee, and cans of vegetables, plus bread, fruit, and Christmas treats. Grateful townspeople supported the fund through kettle donations and store boxes.
Ellis of North Montpelier led as standing student for the first term with a high percentage, followed by Jillian Avery of East Barre and Faye Abbott of Cabot. Other top academic scorers included Lawrengs Jackman and Doris Smith, with first honor in the commercial department awarded to Helen Rossi.
A crowded social page lists Harvard post graduate Cyril Marrion visiting friends at Pi in the city, Mrs. Harry Allen and daughter from Warren visiting Edna Allen, Carroll's orchestra playing for the mid year alumni ball, and various locals dining, traveling, and hosting Christmas events. Also mentioned are visitors from New York, Worcester and Montreal, a football injury, new half dollars distributed, and preparations for the Pilgrim Tercentenary celebrations.
A Montpelier water dam case seeks 25000 in damages for highway and road repair costs plus 20000 for general highway damage due to dam backwater from No. 2 dam on the Winooski River. Names include Montpelier & Barre Light & Power Co, Morey, Deavitt, Frost Electric, Corry and Deavitt Frost Electric firms. A separate suit by Julia Andrews of Roxbury targets John Barton Payne, Central Vermont Railway director general, for 5000 in injuries from a April 1919 train alighting incident. Andrews alleges knee injuries broken ribs bruises and internal damage after being thrown to the ground.
The January term docket shows Washington county cases including Daleey Shortlan vs KE HL Broville W Hambleton vs U Aja Granite Co Harlan W Kemp vs U J Brock estate and the sole new state case State vs Zoe Tiehodewu Windsor County centers on alleged neglect of a minor child.
Alumni from Spaulding High School gathered for a large 1908 era reunion in Room A with former principal A. H. Jackson presiding. Eva G. Smith attended, and various performances recalled school days while Dean Doyle noted prophetic anecdotes. The event, lasting from 8 to midnight, featured singing dancing and refreshments by domestic science students.
Teen Shontelle, who had four prior escapes, was stopped during a fifth attempt at the Washington jail in Montpetier. Sheriff Tracy supervised the thwarted breakout as Shontelle faced transfer to the state prison or another institution amid a damaged door and improvised weapon use.
Fragmentary OCR reads about a new trustee named Graskte Sevigs Beak and mentions Cal Apreinted. It references a trust funded by Frank Starke and related donors, with vague notes about a center and a beneficiary. The legibility is poor and many names are garbled.
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